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Sin & Secrets
Anything can happen underground, and although our future is uncertain, there's one thing I know for sure…
Emily is working her way under my skin…
…and I'm letting her.
I sleep while chaos swirls around me, and all I can do is watch as anarchy brews. Recklessly, I seek comfort in a stranger, and somehow, I've let Emily thread our futures together. I should be thinking about saving my brother, but right now, she’s at the forefront of my mind.
I have to get her out of here.
I have to keep her safe…
At all costs.
Emily is working her way under my skin…
…and I'm letting her.
I sleep while chaos swirls around me, and all I can do is watch as anarchy brews. Recklessly, I seek comfort in a stranger, and somehow, I've let Emily thread our futures together. I should be thinking about saving my brother, but right now, she’s at the forefront of my mind.
I have to get her out of here.
I have to keep her safe…
At all costs.
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Skyla Madi
59 books2,066 followersSkyla Madi is a twenty-something international bestselling author of a mixed bag of hot romance!
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Though signed with Hawaiian based publishing companies, Limitless Publishing & Crave publishing, Skyla lives in sunny Queensland, Australia, where she spends most her time indoors writing with one hand and raising her three children with the other.
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- Reading romance
- Eating cake
- and writing for her husband's independent comic book series.
Skyla is available and open to messages on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and here on Goodreads, and you can also contact her via email @ skylamadi@outlook.com
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April 30, 2015
3.5-4 STARS!!
“Twisted” is book2 in “Broken” series and picks up where book1, “Broken” ended. Emily is angry with Jai for what he did (in the previous book). She feels Jai betrayed her in some way. She still struggles to accept her live had changed, but she knows she can’t fight and/or kill. She is a fighter, but not that kind of fighter what that monster, Skull expects.
Jai knows Emily is still angry and maybe she hates his guts, but he did what he thought is necessary to keep her save. She’s his responsibility now, because after all he complicated her life, so is his duty to protect her. He knows she’s not stupid and eventually she will realize she needs him as much as he needs her.
Even if he knows this strange underground world is dangerous, Jai is determined find his brother.
Even if they spent some time together and they started to know each other, Emily and Jai don’t trust each other. On top of that, everything gets complicated with Skull.
I really liked this installment. More than the first. It was more intense and more intriguing and left me wanting more. The plot was great and both main characters were likeable. Emily was a little annoying at times, not too much, but still...Jai was way better. We get to find out more about his past and who he really is and what he really wants. He’s strong and brave and I loved his determination. He wants justice and he wants the truth no matter what. With Emily once again he’s protective. Emily is very sensitive, but at the same time she’s strong. They have great chemistry and I liked them together
There are some interesting twists and turns that made the story more engaging and I have to admit I didn’t expect that ending. Huh..!
Overall, a great installment and I can’t wait to read the next book in the series!
“In the world of demons, I ended up with a saint.”
“Twisted” is book2 in “Broken” series and picks up where book1, “Broken” ended. Emily is angry with Jai for what he did (in the previous book). She feels Jai betrayed her in some way. She still struggles to accept her live had changed, but she knows she can’t fight and/or kill. She is a fighter, but not that kind of fighter what that monster, Skull expects.
Jai knows Emily is still angry and maybe she hates his guts, but he did what he thought is necessary to keep her save. She’s his responsibility now, because after all he complicated her life, so is his duty to protect her. He knows she’s not stupid and eventually she will realize she needs him as much as he needs her.
“I can be your best friend or your worst enemy, Kitten. I can help you get out, or I can leave you to rot. Either way, I’m gettto find ing what I came for.”
Even if he knows this strange underground world is dangerous, Jai is determined find his brother.
“Now I’m here.
Now Joel’s obsession is my obsession.
And nothing will deter me from my goal.”
Even if they spent some time together and they started to know each other, Emily and Jai don’t trust each other. On top of that, everything gets complicated with Skull.
I really liked this installment. More than the first. It was more intense and more intriguing and left me wanting more. The plot was great and both main characters were likeable. Emily was a little annoying at times, not too much, but still...Jai was way better. We get to find out more about his past and who he really is and what he really wants. He’s strong and brave and I loved his determination. He wants justice and he wants the truth no matter what. With Emily once again he’s protective. Emily is very sensitive, but at the same time she’s strong. They have great chemistry and I liked them together
There are some interesting twists and turns that made the story more engaging and I have to admit I didn’t expect that ending. Huh..!
Overall, a great installment and I can’t wait to read the next book in the series!
April 19, 2015
3.75 Stars
"In the world of demons, I ended up with a saint. What are the odds?"
Really enjoyed this second installment and looking forward to the next book!
"In the world of demons, I ended up with a saint. What are the odds?"
Really enjoyed this second installment and looking forward to the next book!
April 13, 2015
TITLE: Twisted
SERIES: (Broken #2)
AUTHOR: Skyla Madi
GENRE: Contemporary Romance
PUBLISHED: April 9th 2015
MY RATING: 5 Stars
5 UNDEFEATED JAI STARS
FIGHT TILL THE DEATH
It doesn't matter who my opponent is, I always win, the bigger they are, the harder they fall.
Loved loved how this book took up right where book #1 ended so there's no back tracking trying to remember..
Does a kitten have what it takes to become a lion
Loved the trepidation of what's to come, the back ground on Jai which we weren't partial to in the previous book..
The drive to take down skull, Jai's job had the shock factor, even I did not see that one coming..
Loved the angst, the unique grittiness of the story, the no holds bar within the illegal under ground cage fighting to the point of death..
REVENGE
I murdered four men in cold blood just to make it here, to prove I'm not on the straight and narrow, in the hopes to win the trust of skull and his thugs.
ESCAPE
I've just recently been introduced to this author via a recommendation on here and all I can say is how fast I fell under her spell and became a fan, the dark, gritty, rawness of her stories pulls me in each and every time..
December 17, 2015
5 "phenomenaly suspensful" stars
Jai and Emily's story continues in a gripping underground fight for their lives...
and I'll get back to you on that...and here it is...April 23rd
The second book in Broken series continues right where the first book ended – Emily (aka Kitten) is pulled further into the merciless underground fighters circle and is trying to find the way to survive from one round to another, using her wit and brains instead of muscles (and I really admire her for that) which makes her seem treacherous and a double-dealing spy BUT she manages to stay clear in her head no matter how high emotion bring her turmoil unease and anxiety.
Situations and interactions with Jai are full of whiplashes and angst and undeniable attraction, although they are both aware that there something beyond pure lust growing but they have a hard time building trust towards each other. It’s not easy to give in and let go when all the players have their own agenda and they are not giving their cards away.
After everything we've been through, after everything we've done, she doesn't need me? I take in her clothes - clothes I put on her back - and that's not all I've done. I put money in her pocket. I saved her fucking life! Twice. And she has the balls to say she doesn't need me?
"You ungrateful little -" I grip her face and crush my mouth to hers, pouring all of my frustration into it - into her.
Yes, he needs her and she needs him. No matter what she says...
We learn more about Jai, his past and what drives him to perform this insane charade in dealing with life and death fights and he becomes more and more flesh and blood rather than just steel muscle. Emily is under his skin and he acknowledges that which makes his “job” harder in keeping them both alive!
"I need her to give me a sense of normalcy - to stop me from going crazy, to keep me out of my won head."
There’s a higher motive and plan that drives Jai to act upon and Emily just happened to be his salvation, his means to do it...like the drug he can’t resist and could not and would not get out of his system. He gives in…and she’s more intoxicated with him…and they dwell with the emotions as best they can in not so ideal circumstances or surroundings…
and the passion is there...
Just to make things even more complicated - the highest crime circle in this underground organization has its own plans with marking the best fighters and Emily and Jai happened to caught the eye of the “devil” himself, the man who runs everything, the man who knows everything the evil incarnated called Skull.
And he wants more from Emily…
But Jai has a master plan too and he’s now, more than ever, ready to act… but not without the consequences….
Skyla Madi is an author I came across very recently, actually my first contact with her work was the first book Broken (in Broken series) and I was instantly hooked, on her writing style, the way she presents the story, the way she describes the characters without using the direct description she rather leads us through story telling and we are not even aware that we are already woven into it along with the characters following their tracks and actions.
I can’t wait for the final installment to see the outcome for Jai and Emily…
Jai and Emily's story continues in a gripping underground fight for their lives...
and I'll get back to you on that...and here it is...April 23rd
The second book in Broken series continues right where the first book ended – Emily (aka Kitten) is pulled further into the merciless underground fighters circle and is trying to find the way to survive from one round to another, using her wit and brains instead of muscles (and I really admire her for that) which makes her seem treacherous and a double-dealing spy BUT she manages to stay clear in her head no matter how high emotion bring her turmoil unease and anxiety.
Situations and interactions with Jai are full of whiplashes and angst and undeniable attraction, although they are both aware that there something beyond pure lust growing but they have a hard time building trust towards each other. It’s not easy to give in and let go when all the players have their own agenda and they are not giving their cards away.
After everything we've been through, after everything we've done, she doesn't need me? I take in her clothes - clothes I put on her back - and that's not all I've done. I put money in her pocket. I saved her fucking life! Twice. And she has the balls to say she doesn't need me?
"You ungrateful little -" I grip her face and crush my mouth to hers, pouring all of my frustration into it - into her.
Yes, he needs her and she needs him. No matter what she says...
We learn more about Jai, his past and what drives him to perform this insane charade in dealing with life and death fights and he becomes more and more flesh and blood rather than just steel muscle. Emily is under his skin and he acknowledges that which makes his “job” harder in keeping them both alive!
"I need her to give me a sense of normalcy - to stop me from going crazy, to keep me out of my won head."
There’s a higher motive and plan that drives Jai to act upon and Emily just happened to be his salvation, his means to do it...like the drug he can’t resist and could not and would not get out of his system. He gives in…and she’s more intoxicated with him…and they dwell with the emotions as best they can in not so ideal circumstances or surroundings…
and the passion is there...
Just to make things even more complicated - the highest crime circle in this underground organization has its own plans with marking the best fighters and Emily and Jai happened to caught the eye of the “devil” himself, the man who runs everything, the man who knows everything the evil incarnated called Skull.
And he wants more from Emily…
But Jai has a master plan too and he’s now, more than ever, ready to act… but not without the consequences….
Skyla Madi is an author I came across very recently, actually my first contact with her work was the first book Broken (in Broken series) and I was instantly hooked, on her writing style, the way she presents the story, the way she describes the characters without using the direct description she rather leads us through story telling and we are not even aware that we are already woven into it along with the characters following their tracks and actions.
I can’t wait for the final installment to see the outcome for Jai and Emily…
April 12, 2015
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#Skyla Madi does it again!!
Twisted was pulsating, terrifying, exhilarating...and as scandalous and sexy as ever!
Taking place right after Broken left off, Emily is reeling the unjustly lengths of which Jai went through to ensure her victory for her first match in the criminal world.
Every strike you throw has to be hard, fast, unforgiving, and thrown with the intent to kill.
But as this is an underground fighting ring where the rules are simple: “Fight or Die,” Emily must muster up everything within herself to get herself to the next hurdle, or be thrown as a lifeless corpse over the "railing of death."
Even if it means leaning on the only person who betrayed her and can possibly help her. Jai.
Jai never thought he’d have to be responsible for anyone again until he meets Emily. His “Kitten.” She is literally his game-changer, as she lights sentiments and emotions that he never thought possible, and will do anything to keep her safe from harm. But, who really needs the saving? This kitten sure does have claws to have made it this far in the game!
It didn’t occur to me until we got down here that maybe she didn’t need saving. Maybe she needed to be found. Her old life was pathetic, and I’m surprised she’s lasted this long. I’ve seen a lot of statistics and people like her, well, they don’t last long in this world. Or maybe she’s stronger than I give her credit for.
What will become of this unlikely duo? And when feelings are put into the midst of this brutal and twisted game of blood and domination, can Emily get out and return to the life she once knew? Will Jai be able to save his brother while taking down Skull and his entire illegal organization before time runs out? And with unforeseen obstacles, agendas, suspicion, anarchy, and deadly secrets pave their way into the mix, how will everything turn out?
Make a decision, and hope that it will be the right one. Live or die. Fight, or die trying!
I don’t know where this tunnel goes or where we’ll end up, but we keep on running anyway, leaving a mass of panic and anarchy in our wake.
☆ I received an RC via the author in exchange for an honest review. Thank you SO MUCH and CONGRATS on the birth of your baby girl!! ☆
#Skyla Madi does it again!!
Twisted was pulsating, terrifying, exhilarating...and as scandalous and sexy as ever!
Taking place right after Broken left off, Emily is reeling the unjustly lengths of which Jai went through to ensure her victory for her first match in the criminal world.
Every strike you throw has to be hard, fast, unforgiving, and thrown with the intent to kill.
But as this is an underground fighting ring where the rules are simple: “Fight or Die,” Emily must muster up everything within herself to get herself to the next hurdle, or be thrown as a lifeless corpse over the "railing of death."
Even if it means leaning on the only person who betrayed her and can possibly help her. Jai.
Jai never thought he’d have to be responsible for anyone again until he meets Emily. His “Kitten.” She is literally his game-changer, as she lights sentiments and emotions that he never thought possible, and will do anything to keep her safe from harm. But, who really needs the saving? This kitten sure does have claws to have made it this far in the game!
It didn’t occur to me until we got down here that maybe she didn’t need saving. Maybe she needed to be found. Her old life was pathetic, and I’m surprised she’s lasted this long. I’ve seen a lot of statistics and people like her, well, they don’t last long in this world. Or maybe she’s stronger than I give her credit for.
What will become of this unlikely duo? And when feelings are put into the midst of this brutal and twisted game of blood and domination, can Emily get out and return to the life she once knew? Will Jai be able to save his brother while taking down Skull and his entire illegal organization before time runs out? And with unforeseen obstacles, agendas, suspicion, anarchy, and deadly secrets pave their way into the mix, how will everything turn out?
Make a decision, and hope that it will be the right one. Live or die. Fight, or die trying!
I don’t know where this tunnel goes or where we’ll end up, but we keep on running anyway, leaving a mass of panic and anarchy in our wake.
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April 19, 2015
Skyla! Skyla! Skyla! What are you doing to me?
Twisted (Broken #2) is a heart pounding and exciting follow up to the first book Broken!
If you loved Jai in book one then you will absolutely crave for him in this book. I couldn’t get enough Jai-or Emily for that matter.
This addition will leave you wondering what could be next. You never know where these characters will lead you. It’s terrifying yet exciting. Its mysterious and sexy and filled with secrets that will have you flipping pages until the very end.
Jai and Emily are completely different people. Jai lives to protect and fight for those he loves. Emily has barely lived and has never known the depths one would go to for those they care about. She has never known the feeling of family or the comfort of love.
Jai has an agenda and he will be fucked if he allows anyone to interfere with what he is after. But he also feels an obligation to Emily- the innocent soul that followed him into the depths of hell. He will do what he has to do to protect her- but how far is too far? Emily may be innocent but she is strong minded and believes that she can find a way out on her own. She feels some loyalty to Jai- but is it strong enough to withstand a chance at her ultimate goal- to be free?
“It’s not often I see through the stoic front he puts on, so when I get a glimpse of his human emotions, I find myself mesmerized. He’s a beautiful man. Inhumanely beautiful.”
When these virtual strangers become closer as Round Two nears- secrets and pasts are revealed and these two lost souls are forced to look deeper at what is in front of them. The straight lines that once were become blurred as their feelings for each other become stronger.
Revenge. Loyalty. Integrity. Honesty.
They all play a part in the battle that leads Jai and Emily into the fight of their lives.
*** 5 Gripping Stars ***
Twisted (Broken #2) is a heart pounding and exciting follow up to the first book Broken!
If you loved Jai in book one then you will absolutely crave for him in this book. I couldn’t get enough Jai-or Emily for that matter.
This addition will leave you wondering what could be next. You never know where these characters will lead you. It’s terrifying yet exciting. Its mysterious and sexy and filled with secrets that will have you flipping pages until the very end.
Jai and Emily are completely different people. Jai lives to protect and fight for those he loves. Emily has barely lived and has never known the depths one would go to for those they care about. She has never known the feeling of family or the comfort of love.
Jai has an agenda and he will be fucked if he allows anyone to interfere with what he is after. But he also feels an obligation to Emily- the innocent soul that followed him into the depths of hell. He will do what he has to do to protect her- but how far is too far? Emily may be innocent but she is strong minded and believes that she can find a way out on her own. She feels some loyalty to Jai- but is it strong enough to withstand a chance at her ultimate goal- to be free?
“It’s not often I see through the stoic front he puts on, so when I get a glimpse of his human emotions, I find myself mesmerized. He’s a beautiful man. Inhumanely beautiful.”
When these virtual strangers become closer as Round Two nears- secrets and pasts are revealed and these two lost souls are forced to look deeper at what is in front of them. The straight lines that once were become blurred as their feelings for each other become stronger.
Revenge. Loyalty. Integrity. Honesty.
They all play a part in the battle that leads Jai and Emily into the fight of their lives.
*** 5 Gripping Stars ***
July 19, 2015
So intense! I was holding my breath the whole time I was reading! If they don't get out of this shit situation soon I'm going to lose my mind! I'm really enjoying these books! In this book Jai and Em come up with a plan. They need to find a way out of the underground fighting world! But Skull wants Emily, and Jai's not about to let that happen!
On to the next book!!!....
On to the next book!!!....
November 15, 2017
Sin & Secrets by Skyla Madi
Emily is still angry with Jai. However she still needs his protection. It takes her a while to realise this. Jai feels for Emily as he knows, he is the reason, she is in the underground. Skull has set his eyes on Emily. He is using her to get information of Jai. Jai should be happy about this, as this is what he wanted. He is waiting for Skull to slip up. He is still looking for his brother and needs as much information as follows. Skull knows more than he is letting on. What Jai did not bank on was his feelings for Emily and when Skull crosses a line, all hell breaks loose. Can Emily and Jai survive to see another day? Is Skull more powerful than they anticipated? I enjoyed this book as you really start to see the connection between Emily and Jai. A few interesting twists and turns and overall all a enjoyable read
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Emily is still angry with Jai. However she still needs his protection. It takes her a while to realise this. Jai feels for Emily as he knows, he is the reason, she is in the underground. Skull has set his eyes on Emily. He is using her to get information of Jai. Jai should be happy about this, as this is what he wanted. He is waiting for Skull to slip up. He is still looking for his brother and needs as much information as follows. Skull knows more than he is letting on. What Jai did not bank on was his feelings for Emily and when Skull crosses a line, all hell breaks loose. Can Emily and Jai survive to see another day? Is Skull more powerful than they anticipated? I enjoyed this book as you really start to see the connection between Emily and Jai. A few interesting twists and turns and overall all a enjoyable read
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March 22, 2018
Amazing!
Please see Death and Dust for my full review
Please see Death and Dust for my full review
May 21, 2015
love knowing more about the characters and what next !!!Didn't want it to end.....read it in 2 hours .... and now I have to wait for book.3!!!
please hurry with .book.3 ;)xxx
please hurry with .book.3 ;)xxx
July 3, 2017
I must say I enjoy this series so much! It might be relatively short, but so many things happens and I can't get enough of these characters !!
Will I recommend : Yes!
Will I recommend : Yes!
March 18, 2018
This book gets right to part where book 1 left it. Emily & Jai are still fighting for their lives.
Jai is a fighter, he has no fear , he knows he can take down whoever he needs to, he came to find his brother and will fight anyone that gets in his way.
Emily is a fighter but not in the physical sense, she is clever and is trying to use that to her advantage, she is fully aware she is nver going to get out of this situation easily. Skull is the scariest thing she has ever dealt with but she is trying not to show her fear, he has taking a liking to Emily, he seems to find her no matter how many people are around !
Emily and Jai's relationship is starting to grow, but they are so unsure of who they can trust. Jai is there to fight for his family and will do whatever it takes, does that mean using Emily? Emily has no family and is trying to deny the connection between her and Jai, she has never had anyone care for her before and is unsure if he is genuine, why would he care for her?
Jai tried his hardest to keep Emily aka "kitten" out of his system but he is fighting a loosing battle with that, she has got to him but this is putting them both in danger, he needs to keep his wit about him if he going to save them all.
Skull wants Emily and Jai is not going to let that happen, they need to come up with an escape plan if they are going to survive !
I loved the first book but this second book had me on tender hooks all the way through, Jai and Emily are strong characters and I love their chemistry. The pace of the book is fast and thrilling and will keep you on the edge of your seat and leave your heart pounding in suspense !
Jai is a fighter, he has no fear , he knows he can take down whoever he needs to, he came to find his brother and will fight anyone that gets in his way.
Emily is a fighter but not in the physical sense, she is clever and is trying to use that to her advantage, she is fully aware she is nver going to get out of this situation easily. Skull is the scariest thing she has ever dealt with but she is trying not to show her fear, he has taking a liking to Emily, he seems to find her no matter how many people are around !
Emily and Jai's relationship is starting to grow, but they are so unsure of who they can trust. Jai is there to fight for his family and will do whatever it takes, does that mean using Emily? Emily has no family and is trying to deny the connection between her and Jai, she has never had anyone care for her before and is unsure if he is genuine, why would he care for her?
Jai tried his hardest to keep Emily aka "kitten" out of his system but he is fighting a loosing battle with that, she has got to him but this is putting them both in danger, he needs to keep his wit about him if he going to save them all.
Skull wants Emily and Jai is not going to let that happen, they need to come up with an escape plan if they are going to survive !
I loved the first book but this second book had me on tender hooks all the way through, Jai and Emily are strong characters and I love their chemistry. The pace of the book is fast and thrilling and will keep you on the edge of your seat and leave your heart pounding in suspense !
March 27, 2018
ARC Review posted on: Girls Behind the Books
*I received an ARC from Give Me Books Promotions in exchange for my honest review*
A thrilling, emotional romance, Sin & Secrets was a wonderful read. I really liked this book.
This is the second book in this series and they must be read in order.
Jai and Emily's story continues in a gripping underground fight for their lives..
Skyla Madi proved once again what an amazing and talented author she is!! I absolutely loved this book just like I knew I would!
I am a huge fan of Skyla's work and this book didn't disappoint. It was totally not what I was expecting but in a good way.
Everything was very greatly written, I didn't feel the story dragged on at all. I wanted each of those details. It's a different read than what I expected. Her writing style is dark romance, but with this story, it alters it all with its darkest twists.
This book kept me up all night...and I've read it in one sitting...I gluped it, and that's Skyla Madi writing, for ya. Fuck it all to hell, I want more!!!!
*I received an ARC from Give Me Books Promotions in exchange for my honest review*
A thrilling, emotional romance, Sin & Secrets was a wonderful read. I really liked this book.
This is the second book in this series and they must be read in order.
Jai and Emily's story continues in a gripping underground fight for their lives..
Skyla Madi proved once again what an amazing and talented author she is!! I absolutely loved this book just like I knew I would!
I am a huge fan of Skyla's work and this book didn't disappoint. It was totally not what I was expecting but in a good way.
Everything was very greatly written, I didn't feel the story dragged on at all. I wanted each of those details. It's a different read than what I expected. Her writing style is dark romance, but with this story, it alters it all with its darkest twists.
This book kept me up all night...and I've read it in one sitting...I gluped it, and that's Skyla Madi writing, for ya. Fuck it all to hell, I want more!!!!
March 19, 2018
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Aggression, adrenaline, sweat and fear are what your heart will pound to with every page. Jai and Emily’s relationship has each character questioning their actions. When secrets are revealed, the betrayal is felt deep in your heart. Lies begin to fester and the fall out is more than small. When all becomes too much, choices are made that cause a storm of violence, fear and death. With that fear of the unknown, along with the overwhelming feeling of being alone, your heartbeat will increase as well as your breathing. The intimacy that each character endures, whether it be with death or one another only makes you want to know more. Written with a strong base that branches further without losing its strength. Perfect way to keep the reader interested and want to know what could happen next, that hasn’t already. Be prepared for an adventure you may not be ready for.
Aggression, adrenaline, sweat and fear are what your heart will pound to with every page. Jai and Emily’s relationship has each character questioning their actions. When secrets are revealed, the betrayal is felt deep in your heart. Lies begin to fester and the fall out is more than small. When all becomes too much, choices are made that cause a storm of violence, fear and death. With that fear of the unknown, along with the overwhelming feeling of being alone, your heartbeat will increase as well as your breathing. The intimacy that each character endures, whether it be with death or one another only makes you want to know more. Written with a strong base that branches further without losing its strength. Perfect way to keep the reader interested and want to know what could happen next, that hasn’t already. Be prepared for an adventure you may not be ready for.
January 18, 2018
This is the second book in this series and they must be read in order. This book picks up about a week after the first one ends. Emily is still dealing with what Jai did to help her win her first round. Skull wants her to tell him about anything strange Jai does. Emily learns about what happened to Jai’s family and why he is doing what he is doing. Jai is becoming confused. Emily is getting under his skin and now he has split focus between keeping Emily safe and continuing on what he had planned. I am intrigued and can’t wait to see where to story goes. This book isn’t very long, about 160 pages. Emily continues to grow and really come into herself and the book goes. Lots of secrets are revealed and the ending is a surprise. I look forward to reading the next book and I already have it ready and waiting for me.
I was given this book in return for an honest review.
I was given this book in return for an honest review.
March 11, 2018
Fighting in the cage gets him one step closer to what he truly wants but can he keep Emily safe and achieve what he set out to do? The underworld is a dark and deadly place, every has their own motives and everyone is trying to survive. Win or die is the harsh reality that Emily and Jai face. Can they beat the competition, stay ahead of Skull and his goons to secure their freedom?
The second instalment in this series is as fast paced as the first. Jai is even more captivating as he reveals more about himself to his Kitten. Her feisty side starts to come out to play and their connection deepens. Skull is a man to be feared and he continues to play with them, toying with his prey. I really enjoyed it and can’t wait to see where the next one takes us!
A four and a half star read.
~*~ Reviewed on behalf of Obsessed by Books ~*~
The second instalment in this series is as fast paced as the first. Jai is even more captivating as he reveals more about himself to his Kitten. Her feisty side starts to come out to play and their connection deepens. Skull is a man to be feared and he continues to play with them, toying with his prey. I really enjoyed it and can’t wait to see where the next one takes us!
A four and a half star read.
~*~ Reviewed on behalf of Obsessed by Books ~*~
June 1, 2018
Genre: Dark Romance, Suspense, Underground Fighting
Standalone: No - Read book 1 (Blood & Rust) first, also, cliffhanger
Part of a Series: Yes - Book 2 of the New York Crime Kings series
POV: Jai & Emily
Steam Level: Warm
4/5
The intrigue and suspense continue in Sin & Secrets, the second book in the New York Crime Kings series. I'm normally not a fan of Cliffhangers but this series is very well written. It's fast-paced and sucks you in. THe twists and turns are breathtaking. Sin & Secrets keeps you on the edge of you seat, rooting for Jai and Emily. Deadly secrets are revealed and you don't know who to trust. Sin & Secrets is also quite funny, with the humor helping to break up the tension. I found myself laughing out loud at times while gasping and biting my nails.
Standalone: No - Read book 1 (Blood & Rust) first, also, cliffhanger
Part of a Series: Yes - Book 2 of the New York Crime Kings series
POV: Jai & Emily
Steam Level: Warm
4/5
The intrigue and suspense continue in Sin & Secrets, the second book in the New York Crime Kings series. I'm normally not a fan of Cliffhangers but this series is very well written. It's fast-paced and sucks you in. THe twists and turns are breathtaking. Sin & Secrets keeps you on the edge of you seat, rooting for Jai and Emily. Deadly secrets are revealed and you don't know who to trust. Sin & Secrets is also quite funny, with the humor helping to break up the tension. I found myself laughing out loud at times while gasping and biting my nails.
March 13, 2018
This book kicked up in the drama department from book one. I was captivated, wanted to see if they would get out of the messy situation they were in with Skull. In this book you see more development between Emily and Jai. It helps build a greater connection to them. I cannot wait to read book three. I'm captivated by this series.
***Reviewed by Codie***
***Reviewed by Codie***
January 23, 2018
Lawd these books are 🔥🔥🔥 between the intense seedy underworld and the steamy tension between Jai and Emily I was damn near breathless. Skyla Madi knows how to keep you on the absolute edge of your seat, I FLEW through this book and I still don't think my heart rate has returned to normal.
January 23, 2018
This second book is better. We are still in the fight ring. Jai and Emily are still trying to get information on Jai's brother. Emily is now working for Skull, not that he gave her much of a choice.
We learn a lot of information in this book.
We learn a lot of information in this book.
August 10, 2018
Page turner, I couldn’t put it down.
Jai and Emily are drawn into Skull’s world of violence, with no way out except to survive. This underworld Madi has created is so believable that it’s scary, but you have to keep reading.
Jai and Emily are drawn into Skull’s world of violence, with no way out except to survive. This underworld Madi has created is so believable that it’s scary, but you have to keep reading.
December 28, 2017
Loved it
I loved this book. The ending was crazy. Cant wait to read the next book. I love jai and emilys love story
I loved this book. The ending was crazy. Cant wait to read the next book. I love jai and emilys love story
January 23, 2018
Spunky N Sassy Rating: 4.0
~~~~~~~~~~Lindsey's ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review~~~~~~~~~~
The second in an awesome series, I was very excited to keep reading.
~~~~~~~~~~Lindsey's ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review~~~~~~~~~~
The second in an awesome series, I was very excited to keep reading.
February 15, 2018
Cliffhangers
I mean, really becoming a cliffhanger Queen. I love this series so far. A must Read.....
I mean, really becoming a cliffhanger Queen. I love this series so far. A must Read.....
February 16, 2018
Wow, I am on the edge of My chair as I keep reading this series...
May 1, 2019
Angelina
January 17, 2020
I'm starting to like this series, I can't wait to read the next book :)
March 28, 2020
I love this book, I can't wait to read the next book.
October 17, 2016
Hot damn! This series just keeps getting better.
Sin & Secret picks up right where Blood & Rust left off, If you haven't read it yet, grab it HERE!!
In an organized underground fighting operation filled to the brim with seasoned fighters and murderous criminals, it really is
as simple as, Fight (and win) or Die!
Emily is still trapped underground with Skull, the man who terrifies
the hell out of her while thinking he "owns" her but who can guarantee her survival, at a price. And Jai . . . . The one she finds herself drawn to even while being extremely angry
with him over his involvement in her winning round one.
But as much as Emily wants to go it alone, she knows she
isn't cut out for the cunning and ruthlessness this world survives on. Her options are to risk it with siding with Skull or admit she needs Jai to get out alive, just as much as he needs her to find out about his brother.
Jai's mission has been to find Joel, at any cost. But that is not the only thing that fuels this dangerously gorgeous man. He has been a bit of a mystery, keeping his personal life to himself, but in this book, that's all about to change.
We get a good dose of who Jai Stone really is, what he has done to get to where he is and all about the chain of disastrous events that unfolded for Jai and his family at the hands of Skull, leaving him on an all-consuming road of revenge.
Now he is faced with a new problem. His need to protect and claim Emily as his own is outweighing using her to get information from Skull. He wants her.
But can he really keep Emily safe and get them Both out alive, or will she
need to sharpen her claws in order to survive two men with a feud that
runs deeper than first thought?
Grab it and find out!
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Sin & Secret picks up right where Blood & Rust left off, If you haven't read it yet, grab it HERE!!
In an organized underground fighting operation filled to the brim with seasoned fighters and murderous criminals, it really is
as simple as, Fight (and win) or Die!
Emily is still trapped underground with Skull, the man who terrifies
the hell out of her while thinking he "owns" her but who can guarantee her survival, at a price. And Jai . . . . The one she finds herself drawn to even while being extremely angry
with him over his involvement in her winning round one.
But as much as Emily wants to go it alone, she knows she
isn't cut out for the cunning and ruthlessness this world survives on. Her options are to risk it with siding with Skull or admit she needs Jai to get out alive, just as much as he needs her to find out about his brother.
Jai's mission has been to find Joel, at any cost. But that is not the only thing that fuels this dangerously gorgeous man. He has been a bit of a mystery, keeping his personal life to himself, but in this book, that's all about to change.
We get a good dose of who Jai Stone really is, what he has done to get to where he is and all about the chain of disastrous events that unfolded for Jai and his family at the hands of Skull, leaving him on an all-consuming road of revenge.
Now he is faced with a new problem. His need to protect and claim Emily as his own is outweighing using her to get information from Skull. He wants her.
But can he really keep Emily safe and get them Both out alive, or will she
need to sharpen her claws in order to survive two men with a feud that
runs deeper than first thought?
Grab it and find out!
For more reviews, news and giveaways, check out Saucy Reviews on Kinky Korner at;
Blog | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest |
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