CREED: RETRIBUTION: A Dark Survival Romance of Tragedy and Revenge (Part Three)

Confessions of Creed #3

by Odessa Harlow

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Book 1 - CREED: SUBMISSION by Odessa Harlow
Book 2 - CREED: DESTRUCTION by Odessa Harlow
Book 3 - CREED: RETRIBUTION by Odessa Harlow

Series Name - Confessions of Creed

Genres: Dark Romance

163 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 10, 2026

Reviews

[Casper Leigh · Rating 4 out of 5]

i loved this trilogy, i need the spinoff with kane NOW.
the emotional and physical torment these characters went through continued to break my heart over and over again. im so happy that they finally got their happy ending, they deserve nothing but to live in peace. henry was adorable, im so glad they have him.

[Morgane Moustaghfir · Rating 5 out of 5]

I rarely put reviews on Goodreads as I use another platform. But the author said to review the book on Goodreads and Amazon, well I will.
This book series is a 10-star, DEVASTATING, amazingly well written story.
I read the three books in 2 days. It was addicting, the confession-style chapters is a genius idea.
The depth of each character, their mental state, their emotions, everything is well portrayed. There was no unnecessary romance and plots. Everything made sense.
Arden is such a complex character, and so well written. We can understand her female rage, and how she brings everyone together. Kane, Thorne and Rafe were such good MMC.
I sobbed when Thorne died, like literally sobbed. I think about his death and cry again. He was such a touching character.

I could spent hours writing about how these books are perfect.
Odessa Harlow deserves recognition because :
1. The idea of the book is perfect.
2. The writing is top-tier (English is not my first-language, but I see the difference between some books famous on booktok)
3. How do I not see people recommending it????????????? They are missing the opportunity to read this 10-star book series and to live through emotional devastation.
4. Did I say it was perfect????

Anyway, thank you Odessa Harlow for this chef d’œuvre 🤍

[Angel · Rating 4 out of 5]

there was a whole lot of gratatata and kaboom going on here

[Athena, the goddess of books · Rating 4 out of 5]

Set a year after the endig of the second one, this story is quite different from what I had in mind, because it is different from what usually happens: they are caught by the police. After ups and lots of downs, Arden and Rafe get their peace, but they got separated from Kane and this is a big down for them till the end. The most important up is that they have Henry to look after.

[Letitia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am emotionally distraught. I will never get over this series.

[Louise Lidforss Andersson · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5

So painful and for what MORE PAIN!! Why drag out kane so much all for a spin off my heart cant handle that, also i miss alex so much also henry is adorable also kinda excited for kane and florence but also that was so mean

[Lyndsay · Rating 5 out of 5]

“They were…saving us. They really, truly were. Those in that crowd might look back one day and wonder if being there and using their voice really meant anything, but it did. It mattered on a fucking molecular level to be seen, to know that we were not alone, and to be given those few minutes we needed to make hope mean something again.”

When I tell you this is easily a 6-star trilogy, I mean it. It has been so long since I have cried THIS HARD over a book series. Every second I was basically hyperventilating but I couldn’t stop reading. This final book was so beautifully done. Obviously there’s still so much to this world, but the author still gave me much needed closure for Arden and Rafe. I also just can’t get over how profoundly powerful this story was for the times we’re living in. These books should be on everyone’s 2026 TBR. My heart is destroyed in the best possible way and I’m going to think about these characters daily. I’m also on the edge of my seat for the spin off book she announced on that last page. I won’t spoil but I already know that story is going to be so heartbreaking and I already feel so connected to who the main characters will be. Wow. Just wow. I can’t stop crying

[Charlotte · Rating 5 out of 5]

Okay so now I need Ravenous because WHAT HAPPENED?! 😭

Fave bits and highlights

There used to be a version of us that knew how to love between hells. I want to believe it still exists. I want to hope… just this last time. Even if it kills me.

Rafe’s stricken expression fell away, his features softening. Of course you did, beautiful, he signed despite the pain in his hands, his eyes glistening. Beautiful. He’d finally called me beautiful again.

If touch was the only way he could tell me what he felt, then I would meet him there every time, letting him take whatever comfort and connection he needed, knowing I was safe in his arms and that he was safe in mine.

If it was the only choice, then I'd give him mercy. I would put a bullet between Kane Creed’s brows before I allowed him to be sold again.

I was ready to be the father of your child the first time, and that hasn’t changed. I’ll protect him with my life.

[Aifos · Rating 5 out of 5]

I went into this trilogy not really knowing what to expect, especially from a newer author, but I’m so glad I gave it a chance. For one of her first published works, it’s incredibly strong — dark, emotional, and beautifully written in a way that completely pulls you into the story. The atmosphere feels heavy at times, but it never loses its heart, and the storytelling kept me hooked from beginning to end.

The characters felt raw and real, and I already know I’m going to miss Creed and the Ravens immensely while I wait for the next installment. The pacing, the tension, and the way everything slowly unraveled made it impossible to put down… and then that cliffhanger? I’m still thinking about it.

It’s rare to find a debut that feels this confident and immersive. I cannot wait to see what this author does next. Until the next book comes out, I’ll definitely be rereading this one, because after an ending like that, waiting for Ravenous is going to feel like forever.

[Lou · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this. It made me cry so much.

I don’t typically go for these kind of books but the story has really just pulled me in and I couldn’t get out.

I really for all these characters and the author has done an incredible job of making them all understandable and all of the background lore about them flow nicely and not like it’s just trauma dumping every five seconds. Everything just flows and feels so incredibly real.

I’ve not loved a book as much as this one in a long time and I don’t think a book has ever made me so emotional.

Now I 100% need a book on Kane because it is killing me not knowing what has happened to him. Honestly, I feel like he’s someone I know and I’ve lost him as well.

The author truly did an incredible job and I really hope she continues on with this.

[Lilith · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my first time writing to any author, but I really couldn't resist telling you that the Confessions of Creed trilogy is absolutely amazing! I don't know why there aren't more readers and promotion for this incredible trilogy! It has driven me crazy at times, made me cry at times, and laugh at others. It's truly beyond words. This is almost the first time I've read books that deal with dark romance so thoroughly. You are an incredibly talented writer, and I hope you receive a lot of support and recognition for this amazing work. All the best! I'm so excited for the Kane and Florence book; I hope you can finish it soon 😭😍❤❤❤❤❤❤

[April · Rating 4 out of 5]

Still very good.

I enjoyed this series a lot.
This book felt both shorter and longer than the others. There were parts that dragged in this one. Enormous walls of text that I found myself skimming.
I was annoyingly emotional while reading the others but this book was lacking emotion for me and despite there being a certain amount of closure, it was sort of.. Anticlimactic.
I also feel like it would have been better had it included more than mainly Ardens pov.
I do love that they got their happy ending though.
Looking forward to the new series.

[Readbetweenmythighs · Rating 5 out of 5]

The final book in this series was everything I hoped for and more. Emotional, intense, and completely consuming — it felt like the perfect storm of heartbreak, healing, and undeniable passion. Every moment carried weight, every interaction felt earned, and the tension kept me glued to the pages until the very end.

No spoilers, but if you’ve been on this journey from the start, prepare to feel everything. It’s raw, powerful, and beautifully bittersweet — the kind of finale that stays with you long after you close the book.

Dying for ravenous!!!!

[civicCatfish · Rating 5 out of 5]

what an amazing series

I read these books in one sitting and can’t even be mad I’ve got no sleep these books were amazing beautiful and heart breaking and completely worth no sleep. I’m so sad this series has ended as I’m not ready to let any of the characters g, but I can’t wait for what’s next and to read odessa Harlow work again. I haven’t read in months and reading these books has brought back my own flame for reading and I couldn’t be more thankful. I can’t wait to recommend this series to everyone

[Christen Degner · Rating 5 out of 5]

I couldn’t write a review for the first 2 books.. I HAD to keep reading.. and now here I am crying in the carpool lane. These books are not romance. I mean yes technically because there is a happy ending. But these books were traumatic. Dark. Absolutely heartbreaking.. yes there was romance but the kind that rips you apart..
Would I recommend these books? Absolutely not. UNLESS I knew you could handle the HEAVY triggers in them.
If you can.. then please add them to your tbr or go read them now!

[liza · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can’t even see my keyboard as I write this I’m sobbing so hard. I hate this series I almost couldn’t finish this from crying so hard I am so beyond upset right now my chest physically hurts.

I just don’t even know what to say I don’t think I could ever recommend this to someone I’m so wrecked. All three of these books are my favourite of all time I wish I never read them.

Copied my review for all three books over from Fable because this series deserves more recognition, and Goodreads seems to help the author more :)

[Martina Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book broke me in ways I can’t explain, I haven’t cried this much since the edge of darkness trilogy.

While saying this I wish I could read it for the first time again. Creed is everything and I can’t wait to read Kane’s story. While I’m happy for the two I can’t help feel sad for how the last two years ended.

I warn anyone if you have any sensitivities or triggers this series is not for you. This is a horror romance but heavily on the horror.

This series was heartbreaking but beautiful and i truly felt for each of them.

[Lara Golubovic · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was so shocked to see this book out already knowing the other two hadn’t been released that long ago! I read it in a day and god I think we all needed that story. Well done to the author as a debut series this was incredible!

[Sofía · Rating 5 out of 5]

+5 ⭐️ Es que wow, que libro tan cruel pero al mismo tiempo tan hermoso. El final de ellos me encanto y lo merecían al finnnn! ❤️‍🩹 PEROOOO que es ese final para kane? 2 años y sigue sufriendo y ahora me tengo que esperar sabe cuánto tiempo para leer de él de nuevo?!!!! 🫠

[Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

no words

I absolutely loved! I couldn’t put these books down and I finished the series in 2 days. Definitely not for the faint of heart but it was heartbreakingly beautiful.

[Ash · Rating 3 out of 5]

what in the actual fuck is wrong with you? Why would you do this?

[Paige Booth · Rating 5 out of 5]

kane? i can not be the only one who cannot wait for the new book

[Cass Yana · Rating 5 out of 5]

loved the series! cant wait for the spinoff series

[Kerstin Nguyen · Rating 4 out of 5]

“Revenge is personal. It’s about satisfaction. Retribution…it’s restoring balance.“

[Casey Wilkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

These books broke me 🥹🥹 need the 4th one NOW

[Marina · Rating 4 out of 5]

This trilogy was really dark, painful and gut-wrenching but so addictive.

In this book there were a couple of scenes where the characters would definitely get killed, like when the two of them stormed a police precinct with full of armed people but they managed to get away unscathed and free Rafe. Well, these situations bothered me while reading it which brought the rating a bit down. But in general these books are more about emotions which are raw and soul-shattering and deliver pain every time.

Henry, my sweet child. Rafe and Arden deserve to be happy and have a family which they were deprived of. It was so bittersweet, especially with all the voicemails. The ending really broke me. Not Kane… 😭 I can’t wait for the spin-off duet about him and Florence. I already know there will be no going back after that and the author hasn’t even finished writing it yet.

[Jalynn · Rating 2 out of 5]

the series started off so strong and just did not stay that way unfortunately.