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Ripple Effect: Episode Four
FINAL BOOK OF THE SERIES!
From the author of Ricochet and Backfire comes a dark erotic suspense serial ...
Episode Four: With every cause, there’s an effect, and Ripley will do everything in his power to keep Dylan safe. To hell with the consequences.
Series Synopsis:
Ripley
They call me RIP.
I’m a killer. A murderer. A psychopath.
In the eyes of the righteous, I’m a monster, born of sin and depravity.
I want to protect her, but I’m not a good man.
I want to love her, but I no longer feel.
She gets under my skin, though, and has awakened something inside of me.
Something I’d kill for.
I’m not her savior—not even close. In fact, I’m worse than the hell she’s already suffered.
I’m her vengeance. Tit for tat, as they say.
And if she’s not careful, I’ll be her ruin.
Dylan
For months, I’ve watched him.
I’ve fantasized him as my savior, my lover. My ticket out of the hell I’ve lived in for the last six years.
I never dreamed he’d be my nightmare.
Had I known what he really is, I’d have never gotten in the car that night, but life is full of cause and effect.
And sometimes the choice on offer isn’t a choice at all.
It’s the result of something already in motion, and we’re merely left to survive the ripple effect.
*This is an erotic suspense/erotic romance not recommended for readers under the age of 18 due to graphic violence and sex
This is not a standalone.
From the author of Ricochet and Backfire comes a dark erotic suspense serial ...
Episode Four: With every cause, there’s an effect, and Ripley will do everything in his power to keep Dylan safe. To hell with the consequences.
Series Synopsis:
Ripley
They call me RIP.
I’m a killer. A murderer. A psychopath.
In the eyes of the righteous, I’m a monster, born of sin and depravity.
I want to protect her, but I’m not a good man.
I want to love her, but I no longer feel.
She gets under my skin, though, and has awakened something inside of me.
Something I’d kill for.
I’m not her savior—not even close. In fact, I’m worse than the hell she’s already suffered.
I’m her vengeance. Tit for tat, as they say.
And if she’s not careful, I’ll be her ruin.
Dylan
For months, I’ve watched him.
I’ve fantasized him as my savior, my lover. My ticket out of the hell I’ve lived in for the last six years.
I never dreamed he’d be my nightmare.
Had I known what he really is, I’d have never gotten in the car that night, but life is full of cause and effect.
And sometimes the choice on offer isn’t a choice at all.
It’s the result of something already in motion, and we’re merely left to survive the ripple effect.
*This is an erotic suspense/erotic romance not recommended for readers under the age of 18 due to graphic violence and sex
This is not a standalone.
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First published April 7, 2017
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March 17, 2017
5 Stars!!
This fourth installment is dark, gritty and like the previous installments in the series held me at the edge of my seat from beginning until the end. I loved the other previous installment, but this final installment is in my honest opinion the best. Filled with action, suspense and steam is addictive, fantastically written and I couldn’t put it down for one minute. I love Keri’s writing and I’m looking forward to read her other books. If you love dark, twisted stories full of violence, destruction and passion, you have to read this fantastic series this author created.
“He may not be a hero in the traditional sense, but in my world, where violence is life and suffering is survival, Ripley is a brutal contender against the iniquity I’ve come to know.”
Ripley is ready to take down the ones who take what’s his, the ones who dared to touch what’s his, the ones who took Dylan. He will find them, he will torture them in the worst possible way and after he will kill them, slowly and painfully. Ripley is aware of the fact Dylan has everything inside his head all fucked up. All he knows is that he wants her back, because no matter what she thinks, she belongs to him. Even if he doesn’t like it, she has come to mean everything for him, so he will do anything for her to feel save and protected.
“Ripley is salt in my wounds sometimes— a deep, penetrating burn that heals as much as it hurts. It’s a sting I’ve grown to need, though, because it forces me to feel something again.”
Dylan never expected to feel so much for the dangerous man, who in such a short amount of time managed to save her in so many ways. Slowly, but surely, he’s become her drug, her addiction and she can’t do anything about that. For the first time in her life, Dylan feels safe with Ripple, but everything changes for these two when Ripple have to do some sacrifices to keep the ones who cares about safe and Dylan is forced by circumstances to confront her past.
“Sometimes our weaknesses are what make us stronger than we realize.”
Like I said above, I loved this final installment. Everything was fantastically done. From the gripping story-line to the author’s stellar writing, I loved everything. This installment is full of twists and turns and I have to say I loved how the story unfolded. The way everything was revealed was terrific and the violence and suspense held me captive the entire time.
Once again, Ripple captivated me. He is without a doubt a dangerous man, but he is so intriguing and fantastically portrayed. I loved how protective and possessive he was at time towards Dylan. The fact that he was willing to sacrifice everything for her safety, made me enjoy his character even more than before. Dylan continues to be a tough cookie. She’s smart, strong and she’s not afraid to go after what she wants.
These two characters’ relationship is without a doubt messed-up. Their connection is more palpable than ever in this installment and the chemistry between them is off the charts. As for the steam aspect, holy hotness! They are hot as hell.
“She's my perfection. My reason. My obsession. My beautiful butterfly.”
All in all, this fourth installment is a great conclusion to this dark, enthralling series. If you love dark reads, I urge you to read this series ASAP. You will not put it down for one minute!
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April 14, 2017
*****FOUR STARS*****
{ARC Generously Provided by Author}
We’re volatile and chaotic together, ripples in the water that explode into riptides, pulling us deeper. The more she takes, the more I want to give. The more I want her.
Episode Four did not disappoint in the least! It’s filled with panty melting steam, jaw-dropping revelations, and tons of action and bloody violence! I never thought that I would be so addicted to the dark romance genre but sometimes I love it even more than RomComs which truly does surprise me. What I’ve learned after having read this series, is that I love the way Keri Lake writes. Her words are hauntingly beautiful and if I go back and look at all the excerpts I highlighted, I don’t think I would be able to keep track!
What I will say about this last episode is that many questions are answered and that love does indeed conquer all. There are too many enemies and it seems their end game is to keep Rip and Dylan apart, but Rip will unleash his fury on anyone who tries to take what is his!! Ah, how I loved that dark and complex man! He made the story for me!
Even though I loved this series and believe me when I say that Keri Lake has a new fan in me, I have to say that after having finished the books, I truly wish that this had been released as one full novel, instead of being broken up into four novellas. Normally I have a truly exceptional memory – you can ask Mel and Dee, they will attest to that! However, when it came to this series I had a hard time keeping track of how each episode ended. There were way too many bad guys and some of them had multiple identities which had my brain in a deep fog! I couldn’t for the life of me keep track of who was who and what had they done to wrong either Rip or Dylan.
But even though at times pieces of the story messed with my brain, I really did enjoy reading it, for the most part, Keri Lake has become an automatic read author for me. Here’s to hoping that she writes a book for Jorgen!!
THE RIPPLE EFFECT:EPISODE FOUR is available now!
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{ARC Generously Provided by Author}
We’re volatile and chaotic together, ripples in the water that explode into riptides, pulling us deeper. The more she takes, the more I want to give. The more I want her.
Episode Four did not disappoint in the least! It’s filled with panty melting steam, jaw-dropping revelations, and tons of action and bloody violence! I never thought that I would be so addicted to the dark romance genre but sometimes I love it even more than RomComs which truly does surprise me. What I’ve learned after having read this series, is that I love the way Keri Lake writes. Her words are hauntingly beautiful and if I go back and look at all the excerpts I highlighted, I don’t think I would be able to keep track!
What I will say about this last episode is that many questions are answered and that love does indeed conquer all. There are too many enemies and it seems their end game is to keep Rip and Dylan apart, but Rip will unleash his fury on anyone who tries to take what is his!! Ah, how I loved that dark and complex man! He made the story for me!
Even though I loved this series and believe me when I say that Keri Lake has a new fan in me, I have to say that after having finished the books, I truly wish that this had been released as one full novel, instead of being broken up into four novellas. Normally I have a truly exceptional memory – you can ask Mel and Dee, they will attest to that! However, when it came to this series I had a hard time keeping track of how each episode ended. There were way too many bad guys and some of them had multiple identities which had my brain in a deep fog! I couldn’t for the life of me keep track of who was who and what had they done to wrong either Rip or Dylan.
But even though at times pieces of the story messed with my brain, I really did enjoy reading it, for the most part, Keri Lake has become an automatic read author for me. Here’s to hoping that she writes a book for Jorgen!!
THE RIPPLE EFFECT:EPISODE FOUR is available now!
Amazon : hyperurl.co/752k9k
January 2, 2017
He may not be a hero in the traditional sense, but in my world, where violence is life and suffering is survival, Ripley is a brutal contender against the iniquity I’ve come to know.
Ripple Effect was one twisty, dark and erotic mind f*ck.
It was toe curling. Spine tingling. Addicting. Violent.
Keri Lake simply outdid herself with Ripley. This is an anti-hero that I won't be forgetting for a long damn while. An anti hero that's so dark, you don't know if he'd be the start of the biggest fantasy...or nightmare.
All I know is I salivated for each and every episode and couldn't get enough.
If this serial isn't on your TBR yet, it NEEDS to be. PERIOD.
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April 12, 2017
I don't even know what to say about this book. It was truly amazing just doesn’t do it justice. Ripley was swoon worthy and I felt his damaged soul right down to my core. He was rough and masculine but also had feelings and emotions as well as a sexy god body. And Dylan was equally appealing. She was tough, sassy, strong, loyal. Their story was extremely dramatic with the best degree of sauciness.
The mystery was intriguing, the action was intense and in-depth, and the sizzle between the hero and heroine will leave you in a sweat. Suspense, without overshadowing romance, meets and exceeds!
I highly recommend Ripple Effect if you enjoy action-filled romantic suspense with great characters. This story had many layers, which kept me guessing and the pages turning!!
In short:
Hero 5/5 | Heroine 5/5 | Plot (Point, Originality) 5/5 | Writing Style 4/5 | Steam 4/5 | Romance 4/5 | Angst-Suspense 5/5 | Darkness 4/5 | Humor 2/5 | Secondary Characters 4/5 | Drama-Conflict 5/5 | Mystery 3/5 | Twists 5/5 | Pacing Fast | Action 5/5
ARC kindly provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
The mystery was intriguing, the action was intense and in-depth, and the sizzle between the hero and heroine will leave you in a sweat. Suspense, without overshadowing romance, meets and exceeds!
I highly recommend Ripple Effect if you enjoy action-filled romantic suspense with great characters. This story had many layers, which kept me guessing and the pages turning!!
In short:
Hero 5/5 | Heroine 5/5 | Plot (Point, Originality) 5/5 | Writing Style 4/5 | Steam 4/5 | Romance 4/5 | Angst-Suspense 5/5 | Darkness 4/5 | Humor 2/5 | Secondary Characters 4/5 | Drama-Conflict 5/5 | Mystery 3/5 | Twists 5/5 | Pacing Fast | Action 5/5
ARC kindly provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.
February 15, 2017
5 BUTTERFLY STARS
Review @ Vanilla & Spice Books
Preface: This review covers all four episodes in this series. I'm trying to be as vague as possible and to keep it spoiler-free so that those who haven't read all episodes yet can enjoy the full experience.
Sometimes I like to venture into the darker corners of my mind with the help of a super talented author. When I hear Keri Lake has a new book coming out I'll hand over the reins and let her take me out of my comfort zone. I trust her to make me squirm uncomfortably...and still have a good time.
Dylan is only a few weeks away from her 18th birthday and it can't come quick enough. At the hand of her uncle she suffers unmentionable abuse which she only bears in a drugged up stupor and barely remembers what happened afterwards. Her mother died of a drug overdose, or that's what authorities want her to believe, and her father committed suicide. Dylan's only tether to a semblance of normalcy and the one being she cares most about is her dog Charlie. After another horrific experience with her uncle she has had enough and flees the filthy apartment. Having no money to get by is a problem so what's a girl to do?
Ripley is a hitman for one of the mob families competing for power in Chicago. When he follows one of his targets he observes a girl getting into the car of the man he is supposed to kill. He saves her from being raped and killed...and is bemused. Rip doesn't *save* people. He tortures them, makes them beg for a merciful death without remorse. This girl, though, is an enigma to him. She is innocent and yet she isn't, she is naive and still streetwise. Ripley doesn't need witnesses yet he sends her off on her way...but...he can't stop thinking about her. So what's a guy to do?
If you think loving a man like Rip is impossible let me tell you - it isn't. In some twisted logic Keri Lake makes you believe that this cold blooded, obviously psychopathic killer is deep down a good man. He is ruthless, twisted, charismatic and single minded in his focus on his target. Dylan brings out the tender feelings inside of him he didn't think he had. Is he gentle with her? Far from it. Their love is raw, violent and volatile.
Dylan is a contradiction of naiveté and experience, innocence and jadedness, toughness and vulnerability. She fascinates the cruel Ripley and soon he finds himself entangled in a relationship with an expiry date. The more time he spends with her the more he obsesses about her and the more possessive he gets. And can I say he is HOT? Because, damn, he is!
Dylan is probably my favorite heroine by Keri Lake as of yet. She is strong with enough softness, sweetness and vulnerability to make her relatable. She has a youth about her that belies the darkness inside her. I don't think I would have survived the atrocities she experienced in her young life. Together Dylan and Rip are explosive but if you look closely there is a gentle side to their relationship that comes unexpected. I adored how they took care of each other, how these two broken souls fell in love and made sense despite their darkness.
Keri Lake's gritty writing is flawless as usual. She tackles a very real and uncomfortable subject and passes with flying colors. The mood is intense. Sinister, brutal and raw and not for the faint of heart, yet in the end you'll find yourself deeply in love with a brutal killer and the love of his life.
If you haven't read a book by this author yet and love grungy and gritty tales I urge you to pick up one of her stories. You won't regret it.
Review @ Vanilla & Spice Books
Preface: This review covers all four episodes in this series. I'm trying to be as vague as possible and to keep it spoiler-free so that those who haven't read all episodes yet can enjoy the full experience.
Sometimes I like to venture into the darker corners of my mind with the help of a super talented author. When I hear Keri Lake has a new book coming out I'll hand over the reins and let her take me out of my comfort zone. I trust her to make me squirm uncomfortably...and still have a good time.
Dylan is only a few weeks away from her 18th birthday and it can't come quick enough. At the hand of her uncle she suffers unmentionable abuse which she only bears in a drugged up stupor and barely remembers what happened afterwards. Her mother died of a drug overdose, or that's what authorities want her to believe, and her father committed suicide. Dylan's only tether to a semblance of normalcy and the one being she cares most about is her dog Charlie. After another horrific experience with her uncle she has had enough and flees the filthy apartment. Having no money to get by is a problem so what's a girl to do?
Ripley is a hitman for one of the mob families competing for power in Chicago. When he follows one of his targets he observes a girl getting into the car of the man he is supposed to kill. He saves her from being raped and killed...and is bemused. Rip doesn't *save* people. He tortures them, makes them beg for a merciful death without remorse. This girl, though, is an enigma to him. She is innocent and yet she isn't, she is naive and still streetwise. Ripley doesn't need witnesses yet he sends her off on her way...but...he can't stop thinking about her. So what's a guy to do?
If you think loving a man like Rip is impossible let me tell you - it isn't. In some twisted logic Keri Lake makes you believe that this cold blooded, obviously psychopathic killer is deep down a good man. He is ruthless, twisted, charismatic and single minded in his focus on his target. Dylan brings out the tender feelings inside of him he didn't think he had. Is he gentle with her? Far from it. Their love is raw, violent and volatile.
And as much as I fear that my demons will ultimately tear her apart, the disturbing reality is, they’d probably get drunk with hers and have a fucking orgy together.
Dylan is a contradiction of naiveté and experience, innocence and jadedness, toughness and vulnerability. She fascinates the cruel Ripley and soon he finds himself entangled in a relationship with an expiry date. The more time he spends with her the more he obsesses about her and the more possessive he gets. And can I say he is HOT? Because, damn, he is!
“This is what fascinates me about you. Doesn’t matter that you’re tied to a bed in a basement, facing all variety of gruesome outcomes, you never lose that spitfire attitude.”
Dylan is probably my favorite heroine by Keri Lake as of yet. She is strong with enough softness, sweetness and vulnerability to make her relatable. She has a youth about her that belies the darkness inside her. I don't think I would have survived the atrocities she experienced in her young life. Together Dylan and Rip are explosive but if you look closely there is a gentle side to their relationship that comes unexpected. I adored how they took care of each other, how these two broken souls fell in love and made sense despite their darkness.
Merciless and merciful. Wild and broken. He’s a raging fire, with the inclination to destroy whatever gets in his path, and I’m nothing but a small scrap of kindling. Yet the way he stares at me with such reverence, makes me feel like I’m the one holding the match.
Keri Lake's gritty writing is flawless as usual. She tackles a very real and uncomfortable subject and passes with flying colors. The mood is intense. Sinister, brutal and raw and not for the faint of heart, yet in the end you'll find yourself deeply in love with a brutal killer and the love of his life.
If you haven't read a book by this author yet and love grungy and gritty tales I urge you to pick up one of her stories. You won't regret it.
March 16, 2017
Genre: Erotic Thriller/Suspense
Type: Book 4 of 4 from Ripple Effect series
POV: First Person - Dual
Rating:
In the final episode of Ripple Effect series, Ripley and Dylan's peace was shattered when a new revelation surface. Trust became a luxury neither of them could afford and they must be smart in order to survive.
After finishing book 3, I expected a lot of things will be happening in the last book. It certainly did.
There were a lot of things that went on - some even made me wince lol! I like how the answers were unraveled. Some of them I could guess throughout the book, but I'm glad there were still things that I didn't expect.
At first I wasn't feeling it as much as the previous books because of my correct guesses, but then the author managed to flip that around. That in turn made me love the characters even more.
Ripple Effect: Episode 4 is the conclusion to the edgy, gritty, fast pace Ripple Effect series. The series would appeal to fans of sexy, high actions stories.
Books in the series:
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Type: Book 4 of 4 from Ripple Effect series
POV: First Person - Dual
Rating:
In the final episode of Ripple Effect series, Ripley and Dylan's peace was shattered when a new revelation surface. Trust became a luxury neither of them could afford and they must be smart in order to survive.
He may not be a hero in the traditional sense, but in my world, where violence is life and suffering is survival, Ripley is a brutal contender against the iniquity I’ve come to know. And that makes him a good man, in my eyes.
After finishing book 3, I expected a lot of things will be happening in the last book. It certainly did.
I do know how it ends, but pain is like a magnet. Once you’ve felt it, you see it in others and it draws you in. When you’re around someone else’s pain, it doesn’t hurt so much.
There were a lot of things that went on - some even made me wince lol! I like how the answers were unraveled. Some of them I could guess throughout the book, but I'm glad there were still things that I didn't expect.
There are times I feel I’ve touched his soul, only to find I’ve not even breached his skin.
At first I wasn't feeling it as much as the previous books because of my correct guesses, but then the author managed to flip that around. That in turn made me love the characters even more.
“Sometimes our minds are worse than the hell that surrounds us.”
Ripple Effect: Episode 4 is the conclusion to the edgy, gritty, fast pace Ripple Effect series. The series would appeal to fans of sexy, high actions stories.
Books in the series:
✥ ♛ ✥. . . (F)BR With Twinsie CC . . . ✥ ♛ ✥
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August 31, 2017
"I'd kill a motherfucker for ever hurting you, and that includes myself."
Ripley and Dylan are back in the explosive conclusion to the Ripple Effect! This fourth installment is the final novella in the four episode set. This series must be read in order and cannot be read as a stand-alone. Keri Lake offers an action packed, raw and real romance, where life and death are on the line.
"I should've believed you. I fucked up."Episode 4 picks up directly after the conclusion of Episode 3. Dylan and Ripley are in the struggle for their lives. Discoveries have been made that leave them both uncertain of what actions to take and of who they can trust. Ripley and Dylan have transformed so much from the beginning of their journey to now. Dylan, still struggling to understand her past, is hopeful for a future with Ripley. Ripley, feeling unworthy of goodness and love, want nothing more than to push Dylan away. As the struggle between the two continues to grow, there are enemies everywhere. As demons from the past continue to chase Dylan and Ripley they must learn to trust in one another to overcome the darkness that threatens to tear them down.
"Our bodies slap together with each furious thrust. My breasts take the brunt of each, bouncing hard and fast, and I grip tight to his thighs holding on for dear life as the sensation heightens."Told in dual POV, Ripple Effect: Episode 4 is a fantastic conclusion to this series. Ripley and Dylan are perfectly matched, and the dynamics of their relationship are complex and thoroughly explored. The plot is full of twists and turns, and each intricate piece is creatively weaved together as the story progresses. The dialogue and tempo flow naturally and the action is driven by Ripley's desire to protect the ones he loves. The sexual chemistry between Ripley and Dylan is explosive, and together they are unstoppable.
Overall, Ripple Effect is an absolute must read for contemporary romance fans who like a dark hero and enjoy the nail biting action. Ms. Lake is an excellent storyteller, and I always find myself invested in the characters she creates. There is nothing better than being swept away by a great story and Ripley, and Dylan is one couple that I will never forget!
***Ripple Effect***
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April 15, 2017
ALL FOUR EPISODES ARE NOW LIVE!
Dylan watched Rip for months, she fantasized about him, dreamed of who he may be and what he may be like. A slip of a girl living in a hell hole saw a man and dared to dream. Little did she know the monster she was dreaming about. The starting point and character foundation of this series sets the tone for an engaging dark romance with suspense and intrigue laced throughout. As the series unfolds the reader discovers the depths of violence wielded at Rips hand. All his reasons why are slowly revealed showing how Keri Lake is adept at crafting a story packed with suspense and eroticism with a raw quality and a gritty narrative.
This fourth and final part gave me all the answers I needed. At a certain pivotal moment, I got goose bumps, the unravelling of the story and the way it all ties together is quite brilliant. A great read for dark romance fans who love a raw quality to their reading material.
Advance copy provided for my honest review thoughts *
Dylan watched Rip for months, she fantasized about him, dreamed of who he may be and what he may be like. A slip of a girl living in a hell hole saw a man and dared to dream. Little did she know the monster she was dreaming about. The starting point and character foundation of this series sets the tone for an engaging dark romance with suspense and intrigue laced throughout. As the series unfolds the reader discovers the depths of violence wielded at Rips hand. All his reasons why are slowly revealed showing how Keri Lake is adept at crafting a story packed with suspense and eroticism with a raw quality and a gritty narrative.
This fourth and final part gave me all the answers I needed. At a certain pivotal moment, I got goose bumps, the unravelling of the story and the way it all ties together is quite brilliant. A great read for dark romance fans who love a raw quality to their reading material.
Advance copy provided for my honest review thoughts *
March 30, 2017
Same cover as book one. See my thoughts on that review.
I am incredibly bummed right now. Why do you ask? Because this series is finished. I don't want this series to be finished. I want MORE Rip and Dylan...SO much more...sigh.
What can I say about this episode that I haven't already said about the first three? The writing for all four parts was top notch. The pacing was incredible. The sex scenes were smokin' hot. Rip and Dylan were complex and well-developed characters. It had twist and turns. Murder and mayhem. Death and destruction and so much more.
Secrets are revealed in this episode. Revenge is handed out. You'll feel happy about the way things are ended, but I can't help feeling there is more story yet to be told. One can only hope so! Two HUGE thumbs up for the entire series from your truly.
March 29, 2017
Who is left standing?
Well…I survived…JUST!!
Oh my lordy this one tested me just a wee bit. I need to bleach my eyeballs…wait, I shouldn’t be joking about bleach. I need to erase the memory…wait, I shouldn’t be joking about lost memories. I need to…toughen the heck up if I want to become a Keri Lake dedicated fan. This series has been INTENSE! It would be mind games one minute, then intense violence, with evil-minded deprivation the next…but I found myself with a deep need for everything to work out in the end for these two mixed-up characters.
Up till now, I have never wanted evil characters to find redemption…unless they’re Keri Lake’s characters. She takes my pre-conceived rules and ideas and puts them on a shelf for safe keeping. I remember my rules, but for that small amount of time I’m in her (book) world…they’re not important.
Well, hubby was called in to settle me down as I gave him in-depth descriptions of what I had faced in Ripple Effect 4. Oh, this was the motherload of violence that had me shaking and shuddering, moaning and groaning, more than any other Keri Lake story I’ve read up till now.
I’m fascinated, while at times scared at the level of violence that this author can think up. What makes it even more scary, riveting and satisfying (I know, scary I even thought that word) is that you can’t help but smirk. See, the violence (in some of those cases) was well deserved. At times I wished I was administering the wallops and hits.
The game has been played and the pieces have been moved. Some of the opposition was taken out with a single move, while others were drawn out in strategic battles. The gameplan I thought the author had prepared, ended up having a few surprises in store. It was amazing to finally see the pieces move in to attack and while not the cleanest destruction…it was certainly effective.
I loved…ahhh…enjoyed…ummm…devoured Ripple Effect and I definitely think I’m getting a wee bit tougher surviving the Keri Lake experience.
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March 21, 2017
4.5 Stars!
In this final episode of Ripple Effect, all the plot elements intensify as they intersect and come to a finale. As revelations surface, Rip and Dylan are emotionally and physically tested. Acting on instinct, Dylan is forced to confront her past in the only way she is able. But Rip’s with expertise, it’s guaranteed to bring a bloodbath.
Knowing what is on the line and fully trusting what they have in each other, Rip and Dylan make the most of their time together. As it’s been prevalent throughout the series, the sexual compatibility between these characters is off the charts and Rip continues to hit all the right spots.
Preparing for what is to come, Rip is willing to make sacrifices to protect those closest to him. With such serious consequences on the line, Dylan knows what Rip is willing to do but she doesn’t want him to act alone and she knows it’s time to claim what’s due. However, those with the most secrets are aligned with powerful forces and they are also committed to defending their own interests.
To say this series was action packed would be an understatement. The narrative is edgy but also grounded. Told in dual POV, the levity of the character’s lives and how they find strength in each other offers dimension to their paths. Additionally, the plot twists enhance the ongoing story line and provide for a strong finish.
Overall, Keri Lake delivers an energetic and captivating story with intensity, realism, trust and sacrifice. I highly recommend Ripple Effect!
Ripple Effect series (must be read in order)
An ARC was generously provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.*
This was a (F)BR with Twinsie Hawkey!
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In this final episode of Ripple Effect, all the plot elements intensify as they intersect and come to a finale. As revelations surface, Rip and Dylan are emotionally and physically tested. Acting on instinct, Dylan is forced to confront her past in the only way she is able. But Rip’s with expertise, it’s guaranteed to bring a bloodbath.
“You touched what’s mine, and you don’t fucking touch what belongs to another man. Particularly one in league with the devil, asshole.”
Knowing what is on the line and fully trusting what they have in each other, Rip and Dylan make the most of their time together. As it’s been prevalent throughout the series, the sexual compatibility between these characters is off the charts and Rip continues to hit all the right spots.
“He’s hit the jackpot somewhere inside of me, and I fall forward, catching myself on the bed. His big hands grip tight to my ass while his dick hammers into me, the tension in my belly tightening into a ball of excitement ready to detonate.”
Preparing for what is to come, Rip is willing to make sacrifices to protect those closest to him. With such serious consequences on the line, Dylan knows what Rip is willing to do but she doesn’t want him to act alone and she knows it’s time to claim what’s due. However, those with the most secrets are aligned with powerful forces and they are also committed to defending their own interests.
“Sometimes our weaknesses are what make us stronger than we realize.”
To say this series was action packed would be an understatement. The narrative is edgy but also grounded. Told in dual POV, the levity of the character’s lives and how they find strength in each other offers dimension to their paths. Additionally, the plot twists enhance the ongoing story line and provide for a strong finish.
Overall, Keri Lake delivers an energetic and captivating story with intensity, realism, trust and sacrifice. I highly recommend Ripple Effect!
Ripple Effect series (must be read in order)
An ARC was generously provided by the author in exchange for an honest review.*
This was a (F)BR with Twinsie Hawkey!
For more reviews/reveals/giveaways visit:
April 30, 2017
4* death to my enemies STARS!!
What a predictable opening! After what's left of episode 3 which Dylan saw someone from the past, her mind already played the worst scenario. Her instinct kick in and everything went wrong. Poor Dylan and yet, she's still hoping for Ripley to save her. I was pissed and of course, those fucking guys already in Ripley's shitlist.
It didn't take long for Ripley to found Dylan. It surprised him at first but he didn't hesitate to finish them off. Ripley already started a war and he knows it. He became protective over her and didn't want to let her ago again. But something inside him tell other story.
This episode is a full action pack from the start. Ripley cashed out his debt to protect Dylan. He avenged every man who wronged her including the mafia. But there's a time when Ripley became weak. I know he's not all God mode and invisible. And this is the time Dylan shown her strength. To save the man she loves.
From the first episode, the story told from dual POVs which is I really enjoyed. A side to side between Dylan and Ripley. The ending shown how Ripley really love Dylan after everything they've been through. He drove her away because his martyr syndrome. The ending was a bit over the top with comeback and forgiveness. Ripley surprised me with his confession about Dylan.
However, I feel this unfinished somehow. This shit is bigger than both of them. I think this isn't the end. But I loved they're finally together. Overall, Ripple Effect is totally worth it! A great engaging story and well-written. Definitely recommended and unforgettable.
What a predictable opening! After what's left of episode 3 which Dylan saw someone from the past, her mind already played the worst scenario. Her instinct kick in and everything went wrong. Poor Dylan and yet, she's still hoping for Ripley to save her. I was pissed and of course, those fucking guys already in Ripley's shitlist.
It didn't take long for Ripley to found Dylan. It surprised him at first but he didn't hesitate to finish them off. Ripley already started a war and he knows it. He became protective over her and didn't want to let her ago again. But something inside him tell other story.
I don’t even feel feminine and sweet around the man. I’m ravenous and impatient. He makes me this way.
He’s become my drug. The rush that excites me, and the high that keeps me addicted. ~Dylan
This episode is a full action pack from the start. Ripley cashed out his debt to protect Dylan. He avenged every man who wronged her including the mafia. But there's a time when Ripley became weak. I know he's not all God mode and invisible. And this is the time Dylan shown her strength. To save the man she loves.
Ripley is salt in my wounds sometimes—a deep, penetrating burn that heals as much as it hurts. It’s a sting I’ve grown to need, though, because it forces me to feel something again. ~Dylan
From the first episode, the story told from dual POVs which is I really enjoyed. A side to side between Dylan and Ripley. The ending shown how Ripley really love Dylan after everything they've been through. He drove her away because his martyr syndrome. The ending was a bit over the top with comeback and forgiveness. Ripley surprised me with his confession about Dylan.
However, I feel this unfinished somehow. This shit is bigger than both of them. I think this isn't the end. But I loved they're finally together. Overall, Ripple Effect is totally worth it! A great engaging story and well-written. Definitely recommended and unforgettable.
Because I’m not a good man, and if anyone’s going to ruin her, it’s going to be me.
She’s my perfection. My reason. My obsession.
My beautiful butterfly. ~Ripley
February 12, 2017
What can I say other than I read this four-episode series in FOUR DAYS. It's virtually unputdownable. Each episode is plotted to be released two weeks apart but I thank the bejeebus Keri Lake gave me the review copies all at once.
Ripley is all kinds of tall, dark, tattooed
I loved the gradual progression of this series. Each episode trickle fed information, trying to figure out who are "the bad guys." Rip prides himself on being ahead of the game but maybe once he's the one being duped. By Dylan? His boss? Who?
Once you dive into this series, be prepared for quite the ride. I highly recommend this for fans of the darker, grittier side of romantic suspense. Keri Lake has found her niche in this genre and I seriously look forward to her future book series. Like....maybe Jorgen? Hint hint!
She's my perfection. My reason. My obsession. My beautiful butterfly.
Review links by episodes-
Episode One- https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Episode Two- https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Episode Three- https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Advanced copy received by author in exchange for my honest review.
February 17, 2017
5 DARK AND DARING STARS
I LOVED THIS!! This story about Rip, a lethal killer, and Dylan (I won't share her story - you need to read it) is fierce, raw, dark and highly addicted!! I couldn't get enough, even though Keri made me uncomfortable at times and I struggled with my feelings for Rip.
I'm the first one to admit that I love anti-heroes. The dark, the dirty, the dangerous, yes!! Well, Rip is all of that and more!
At times, I was scared of him and didn't know if there was anything to redeem and then at other times, my heart broke for him.
And Dylan, she was an amazing character. I can't even imagine her pain and the strength she had for enduring and surviving. Her story wasn't always easy to read, but it was real.
Together, Rip and Dylan were beyond intense!!
I can't recommend this enough, it's a must read! If you love erotica, suspense and dark reads, pick this up! Now, if you need your dark fix in doses, then reading episodes as they release would be the best bet. But, if you're a dark read junkie *raises hand*, then you might want to wait for all four to come out. Either way, READ IT!
**ARC generously provided by author in exchange for an honest review.**
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I LOVED THIS!! This story about Rip, a lethal killer, and Dylan (I won't share her story - you need to read it) is fierce, raw, dark and highly addicted!! I couldn't get enough, even though Keri made me uncomfortable at times and I struggled with my feelings for Rip.
I'm the first one to admit that I love anti-heroes. The dark, the dirty, the dangerous, yes!! Well, Rip is all of that and more!
At times, I was scared of him and didn't know if there was anything to redeem and then at other times, my heart broke for him.
And Dylan, she was an amazing character. I can't even imagine her pain and the strength she had for enduring and surviving. Her story wasn't always easy to read, but it was real.
Together, Rip and Dylan were beyond intense!!
I can't recommend this enough, it's a must read! If you love erotica, suspense and dark reads, pick this up! Now, if you need your dark fix in doses, then reading episodes as they release would be the best bet. But, if you're a dark read junkie *raises hand*, then you might want to wait for all four to come out. Either way, READ IT!
**ARC generously provided by author in exchange for an honest review.**
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February 19, 2017
I binge read episodes 2-4 on Saturday. It helped that my family all had plans of their own, so I was home all day, by myself and able to enjoy the brutal, dark, addictive world that Keri Lake invented.
In this episode, we read about the twisty, unexpected happenings of the Chicago underbelly. All the brutality in the first 3 come to a head and explode!! Admittedly, this series was a little difficult for me to read, it certainly took me out of my comfort zone, but Lake has such a way with words and impeccable story-telling abilities, she knows how to take you right to the very edge of the cliff of your own mental destruction, and when to bring you back.
Lake rocked the anti-hero, strong heroine, and mafia storylines.
Ripley was not a guy to like, love or admire, the brutality he showed others was reason enough to not only hate him but fear him. Yet, you somehow learn to like, admire and then eventually love this man. (Albeit, questioning your own sanity in the process.) I think this was because we find a "reason" he is the way he is. And when you are able to place "blame", somehow, you can look beyond the atrocities and see the good.
Dylan had been through hell and still managed to be strong. She never whined, she never gave in, she fought for her survival. I loved that she was smart enough to see her reality and go after what she wanted.
The underworld of Chicago never looked sogood bad. What made this story different? I mean, there was drug dealing, violence, killing, and prostitution, just like in other mafia books, but it wasn't formulaic. Rather, with her own flair, Keri Lake didn't just introduce the reader to this evil world, she immersed the reader, making them feel like they were a part of it, like they were fighting for their own life.
So in answer to my question in my review of Episode #1 "I am not sure where she's taking us on this f*ed up ride, I just know I want a ticket to crazy town."
Lake took us on a hell of a ride.
**I received an Advanced Reader Copy. This did not influence my opinion of the book, nor my review.**
In this episode, we read about the twisty, unexpected happenings of the Chicago underbelly. All the brutality in the first 3 come to a head and explode!! Admittedly, this series was a little difficult for me to read, it certainly took me out of my comfort zone, but Lake has such a way with words and impeccable story-telling abilities, she knows how to take you right to the very edge of the cliff of your own mental destruction, and when to bring you back.
Lake rocked the anti-hero, strong heroine, and mafia storylines.
Ripley was not a guy to like, love or admire, the brutality he showed others was reason enough to not only hate him but fear him. Yet, you somehow learn to like, admire and then eventually love this man. (Albeit, questioning your own sanity in the process.) I think this was because we find a "reason" he is the way he is. And when you are able to place "blame", somehow, you can look beyond the atrocities and see the good.
Dylan had been through hell and still managed to be strong. She never whined, she never gave in, she fought for her survival. I loved that she was smart enough to see her reality and go after what she wanted.
The underworld of Chicago never looked so
So in answer to my question in my review of Episode #1 "I am not sure where she's taking us on this f*ed up ride, I just know I want a ticket to crazy town."
Lake took us on a hell of a ride.
**I received an Advanced Reader Copy. This did not influence my opinion of the book, nor my review.**
May 7, 2017
Ripple effect episode 4 was absolutely fan-fucking-tastic! Damn you think you know but you don't! Until the very end you'll get confessions. While reading it's impossible to tell what's gonna happen next. With each episode of Ripple Effect Keri Lake manage to bring the element of surprise several times. I was captivated and was wondering what was in store for Rip & Dylan.
"It’s ironic that his violence is what saved me. That the very hands that killed have gently put me back together."
Their love is beautiful but them being together is also dangerous and might not be possible in the long run.
I loved them together. They are meant for each other in their tortured ways. And what comes out of them is one hot & sexy love story!
"She’s my perfection. My reason. My obsession. My beautiful butterfly.
I really hope Keri will think about giving one particular character is own HEA because she gave some hint that can't be ignored.
~ARC provided by the author in exchange of an honest review ~
"It’s ironic that his violence is what saved me. That the very hands that killed have gently put me back together."
Their love is beautiful but them being together is also dangerous and might not be possible in the long run.
I loved them together. They are meant for each other in their tortured ways. And what comes out of them is one hot & sexy love story!
"She’s my perfection. My reason. My obsession. My beautiful butterfly.
I really hope Keri will think about giving one particular character is own HEA because she gave some hint that can't be ignored.
~ARC provided by the author in exchange of an honest review ~
April 21, 2017
This was a wonderful conclusion to an amazing serial series! It continues on the path of a dark, sexy and action packed read! My only complaint about this four part series, is that it was in parts-- not a full story. I would have much preferred to read as a whole book instead of it stopping and getting the next part a month later!
Other that that I loved this story!
Other that that I loved this story!
April 14, 2017
♥ ♥ ♥ 5 STARS ♥ ♥ ♥
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'Veni. I came.
Vidi. I saw.
Amavi. I loved.'
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WOW!! I totally LOVED this series. I don't want to give away anything of this episode away. All I will say is that like the previous episodes, it starts off where the last episode ended. There are so things revealed in this episode. A lot of the stuff I honestly did not see coming.
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'We're volatile and chaotic together, ripples in the water that explode into riptides, pulling us deeper.'
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Ripley and Dylan have definitely gotten closer with each episode. I have loved the growth in both of them and in their relationship. They are awesome individually but damn are they perfect for each other. I just really enjoyed them both so much, no matter how effed up they are.
This entire series was a winner for me. It has everything I have come to expect from a Keri Lake book. It was dark, raw, intense and of course, it was full of smoking steam. The writing was absolutely spectacular from start to finish. This series will hook you in, to the point of being unable to put it down. I completely devoured it.
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'She's my perfection. My reason. My obsession.
My beautiful butterfly.'
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I highly recommend you give this series a try. Once you start, you won't be able to stop yourself from completely immersing yourself in this gritty underground world.
March 31, 2017
4 Stars
Well this last episode did not disappoint, it was jammed packed full of action and gritty moments. Dylan is pushed to extreme brutal limits by men that have been looking for her. But Ripley isn't going to let anyone hurt HIS Dylan as he has come to feel about her.
This episode besides being very dark and brutal, also showed the strength and conviction that both Dylan and Ripley convey. These two souls have a horrific past but together they somehow can see past their scars and become whole.
The author brought the story full circle, answering all the questions I had swimming in my brain. I loved that this story didn't skimp on the gore. It's was gritty, brutal, horrific at times and cathartic. These two damaged souls found each other and were able to survive the evil that surrounded their lives.
If you are a fan of dark, twisted, viscous storytelling with damaged souls, this author always delivers. She takes you to the underbelly of cites where evil and savagery exist and somehow gives her characters shots of redemption. Ripple Effect delivers it all.
*advanced copy provided by author in exchange for an honest review*
Well this last episode did not disappoint, it was jammed packed full of action and gritty moments. Dylan is pushed to extreme brutal limits by men that have been looking for her. But Ripley isn't going to let anyone hurt HIS Dylan as he has come to feel about her.
This episode besides being very dark and brutal, also showed the strength and conviction that both Dylan and Ripley convey. These two souls have a horrific past but together they somehow can see past their scars and become whole.
The author brought the story full circle, answering all the questions I had swimming in my brain. I loved that this story didn't skimp on the gore. It's was gritty, brutal, horrific at times and cathartic. These two damaged souls found each other and were able to survive the evil that surrounded their lives.
If you are a fan of dark, twisted, viscous storytelling with damaged souls, this author always delivers. She takes you to the underbelly of cites where evil and savagery exist and somehow gives her characters shots of redemption. Ripple Effect delivers it all.
*advanced copy provided by author in exchange for an honest review*
April 1, 2017
4.5 Stars!
Dylan is still living with Ripley & now wondering how she can ever face the reality of life without him when their arrangement is over. He's her lover but to her also her savior. He doesn't want to be her hero, but to Dylan that's exactly what he is. She excepts all his crazy & yearns to be closer to him, and to know everything about this complex man. He's become her escape & she's getting too comfortable with depending on him. He's taken better care of her than anyone has in her whole life. He always saves her & makes her feel safe. Even though he does bad things, he's a good man in her eyes.
-Ripley is salt in my wounds sometimes- a deep, penetrating burn that heals as much as it hurts. It's a sting I've grown to need, though, because it forces me to feel something again.
-I'm ravenous and impatient. He makes me this way. He's become my drug. The rush that excites me, and the high that keeps me addicted.
-In a killer's embrace, I feel something I've not experienced my whole life- I feel safe.
-Something has awakened inside of me since being with Rip.
-"I don't know what it is about you, Dylan. You touch some dark and carnal part of me."
Ripley shouldn't care so much about Dylan, but he does. She's become his obsession & his weakness because there's nothing he wouldn't do to protect her. When her past comes back to haunt her, Rip won't let anyone touch or take what's his. He will always keep her safe. Even if that means setting her free. The thought of anyone hurting her destroys him & makes him feel like losing control. He's deeply affected by her pain & she's continuing to make him feel.
I really loved this series & this last episode was my favorite. It was full of action & emotion, and we get a lot of answers. I would love a book for Jorgen next!
Dylan is still living with Ripley & now wondering how she can ever face the reality of life without him when their arrangement is over. He's her lover but to her also her savior. He doesn't want to be her hero, but to Dylan that's exactly what he is. She excepts all his crazy & yearns to be closer to him, and to know everything about this complex man. He's become her escape & she's getting too comfortable with depending on him. He's taken better care of her than anyone has in her whole life. He always saves her & makes her feel safe. Even though he does bad things, he's a good man in her eyes.
-Ripley is salt in my wounds sometimes- a deep, penetrating burn that heals as much as it hurts. It's a sting I've grown to need, though, because it forces me to feel something again.
-I'm ravenous and impatient. He makes me this way. He's become my drug. The rush that excites me, and the high that keeps me addicted.
-In a killer's embrace, I feel something I've not experienced my whole life- I feel safe.
-Something has awakened inside of me since being with Rip.
-"I don't know what it is about you, Dylan. You touch some dark and carnal part of me."
Ripley shouldn't care so much about Dylan, but he does. She's become his obsession & his weakness because there's nothing he wouldn't do to protect her. When her past comes back to haunt her, Rip won't let anyone touch or take what's his. He will always keep her safe. Even if that means setting her free. The thought of anyone hurting her destroys him & makes him feel like losing control. He's deeply affected by her pain & she's continuing to make him feel.
I really loved this series & this last episode was my favorite. It was full of action & emotion, and we get a lot of answers. I would love a book for Jorgen next!
March 26, 2017
Keri Lake!
Just finished reading Ripple Effect: Episode 4. Dear gawd, the feelings!!! I knew I would end up feeling this way.
I want MORE!!!
Episode 4 releases April 7.
April 4, 2017
SERIES REVIEW
4.5 gripping stars
‘For those of us in the flock, survival comes down to how well we manipulate, because a predator’s eyes are naturally drawn to the most innocent.’
We pretty much knew that by picking this four book serial up we’d be in for a violent twisted story that would have us gripped as we turned the pages. After all this is Keri Lake we’re talking about and once again, we were not disappointed! It was compelling, it was intense and it was utterly f**ked up. Just how we like it when we’re in the mood for something dark and gritty. We were hooked! Brilliantly written dark erotic suspense.
‘I’m ravenous and impatient. He makes me this way. He’s become my drug. The rush that excites me, and the high that keeps me addicted.’ ‘I want to absorb some of his pain, some of his punishment that surrounds him, and make it my own.’
We have to admit that we question if we would’ve enjoyed it as much as we did if it wasn’t for the fact that we read the four instalments in one sitting. The momentum would’ve been hampered, as would the uneasiness and utter intrigue we felt, if we’d had to wait. It became a race against time as we just had to know what was going to happen and how two completely messed up characters could find something akin to ‘normalcy’ in the shape of love and trust. So, we definitely recommend reading all four in one hit in order to truly feel the power behind the words; feel the impact of their crucial weight as ripples become a raging current.
‘She’s one of those rare finds that you stumble upon, covered in dirt and grime that, when you scrub away the tarnish, is actually a stunning piece of art.’
Dylan is a conundrum- her past and present all tied up haphazardly with a vicious blood-dripping bow. We get harrowing glimpses, ugly and extremely painful snippets from her past – there is no safety nor security in her life. Whilst there’s no question that she has her wits about her and a sharp intelligence with a penchant for striking back, she also has a caring and vulnerable side which she only reveals in part. This girl is overwhelmingly scarred and her consequent behaviour questionable at times. What she needs is someone who can match her in every way.
‘I’m a vengeance dealer. A mercenary. I feign loyalty to exact revenge.’ ‘There was a time I’d search for something about the bastards that would justify the kills. Something that would eliminate the guilt. Years later, I find myself searching for some reason not to kill. A glimmer of humanity inside of me. There’s nothing.’
Ripley is the ultimate anti-hero; a brutal killer with an urge for over the top violence. He’s as dark as they come, conditioned to and for evil. He’s enigmatic and a frightening force. With his own tragic and horrific past he’s a loner and reluctant to form any associations. Vulnerable? Blink and you’ll miss it … but is there a chance Dylan could expose it?
‘I hate that he has this power over me, but that’s the nature of Ripley and me. We’re fucked up- two wrongs that somehow make a right.’
Whilst being a thrilling and intricate storyline despite the excessively dark, raw and violent theme, there’s a thread of humanity pulsating through the pages which two desperate characters are clawing their way through life to grip in order to survive their respective darkness. Sometimes love comes in different guises and your saviour is who you’d least expect. When life is the actual nightmare what do you do? What can you do?
‘My little Bandit. My goddamn ruin.’
★Each Book ONLY 99c/99p★
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February 6, 2017
5++ Dark Angel Stars!
February 15, 2017
Ripple Effect is mind fuckery at it's finest. This is the last episode in this series and I really didn't want any of it to end. So I guess that makes me a little effed up in the head.
"Sometimes our minds are worse than the hell that surrounds us."
This whole series was laid out beautifully. We get tiny glimpses in each episode that allow us insight into who Ripley and Dylan are. The whole series sent shivers through me - it's mind numbing and exhilarating at the same time. Keri tells a twisted tale of violence, destruction, deceit that is thrilling, addictive and will leave you beautifully haunted by these characters.
"We're volatile and chaotic together, ripples in the water that explode into riptides, pulling us deeper. The more she takes, the more I want to give."
This last episode pulls everything together and you truly understand the inner workings of these two. Ripley knows how easily love for anyone can be used against you and yet he can't stop himself from protecting Dylan. Dylan understands what Rip is doing but she refuses to be pushed aside.
"Sometimes our weaknesses are what make us stronger than we realize."
"Because I'd kill a motherfucker for ever hurting you, and that includes myself."
"He may not be a hero in the traditional sense, but in my world, where violence is life and suffering is survival, Ripley is a brutal contender against the iniquity I've come to know. And that makes him a good man, in my eyes."
Keri has upped her game with this serial book. She really knows how to write the very dark and erotic stories that will leave your spine tingling. She knows how to push the boundaries and holds nothing back when it comes to the darker and grittier side of things. I am hoping to see more from a few of the secondary characters - Jorgen, Natalie - HINT HINT!!!!
"Sometimes our minds are worse than the hell that surrounds us."
This whole series was laid out beautifully. We get tiny glimpses in each episode that allow us insight into who Ripley and Dylan are. The whole series sent shivers through me - it's mind numbing and exhilarating at the same time. Keri tells a twisted tale of violence, destruction, deceit that is thrilling, addictive and will leave you beautifully haunted by these characters.
"We're volatile and chaotic together, ripples in the water that explode into riptides, pulling us deeper. The more she takes, the more I want to give."
This last episode pulls everything together and you truly understand the inner workings of these two. Ripley knows how easily love for anyone can be used against you and yet he can't stop himself from protecting Dylan. Dylan understands what Rip is doing but she refuses to be pushed aside.
"Sometimes our weaknesses are what make us stronger than we realize."
"Because I'd kill a motherfucker for ever hurting you, and that includes myself."
"He may not be a hero in the traditional sense, but in my world, where violence is life and suffering is survival, Ripley is a brutal contender against the iniquity I've come to know. And that makes him a good man, in my eyes."
Keri has upped her game with this serial book. She really knows how to write the very dark and erotic stories that will leave your spine tingling. She knows how to push the boundaries and holds nothing back when it comes to the darker and grittier side of things. I am hoping to see more from a few of the secondary characters - Jorgen, Natalie - HINT HINT!!!!
April 8, 2017
Now that I’ve finished this novella series from Keri Lake, I’m wondering why I’ve never read anything from her before. It was so good. Rip and Dylan had good character progression but stayed true to their core traits. It was great to watch them grow to trust one another in this world where so little trust was given.
We’re thrust right back into the chaos that we left Dylan and Rip in when Episode 3 ended. I wasn’t sure that it was possible, but I felt like Rip got even darker in this episode. He’s fighting for something he doesn’t think he deserves, but he wants anyway. It was enjoyable to see him in all his killer glory.
There was definitely a lot going on in this one, I was surprised when the major cliffhanger from Episode 3 was resolved so quickly and I was afraid it would be light and fluffy after that but Rip and Dylan still had some secrets that needed to be addressed. There were times when the secrets between them were poised to tear them apart but ultimately, they were able to bond over their shared burdens and tragedies.
**I have voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Readers Copy of this book
We're volatile and chaotic together, ripples in the water that explode into riptides, pulling us deeper.
We’re thrust right back into the chaos that we left Dylan and Rip in when Episode 3 ended. I wasn’t sure that it was possible, but I felt like Rip got even darker in this episode. He’s fighting for something he doesn’t think he deserves, but he wants anyway. It was enjoyable to see him in all his killer glory.
I won't lose you. To anyone. So I didn't save you last night. I saved myself.
There was definitely a lot going on in this one, I was surprised when the major cliffhanger from Episode 3 was resolved so quickly and I was afraid it would be light and fluffy after that but Rip and Dylan still had some secrets that needed to be addressed. There were times when the secrets between them were poised to tear them apart but ultimately, they were able to bond over their shared burdens and tragedies.
**I have voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Readers Copy of this book
May 2, 2023
Rated 4.5 Stars
Ripple Effect is a dark, erotic read that is full of twists and turns, some I saw coming while others completely surprised me.
I enjoyed every messed up part of this story especially the characters. I loved how their dark edges clashed yet melded together into something disturbingly beautiful.
Kudos to the author for crafting a story that is addictive, fucked all the way up yet hauntingly beautiful at the same time.
If you are lover of dark books then I highly recommend Ripple Effect episodes one through four you won't be disappointed.
ARC provided by author in exchange for a honest review
Ripple Effect is a dark, erotic read that is full of twists and turns, some I saw coming while others completely surprised me.
I enjoyed every messed up part of this story especially the characters. I loved how their dark edges clashed yet melded together into something disturbingly beautiful.
Kudos to the author for crafting a story that is addictive, fucked all the way up yet hauntingly beautiful at the same time.
If you are lover of dark books then I highly recommend Ripple Effect episodes one through four you won't be disappointed.
ARC provided by author in exchange for a honest review
April 5, 2017
SERIES REVIEW
4.5 gripping stars
‘For those of us in the flock, survival comes down to how well we manipulate, because a predator’s eyes are naturally drawn to the most innocent.’
We pretty much knew that by picking this four book serial up we’d be in for a violent twisted story that would have us gripped as we turned the pages. After all this is Keri Lake we’re talking about and once again, we were not disappointed! It was compelling, it was intense and it was utterly f**ked up. Just how we like it when we’re in the mood for something dark and gritty. We were hooked! Brilliantly written dark erotic suspense.
‘I’m ravenous and impatient. He makes me this way. He’s become my drug. The rush that excites me, and the high that keeps me addicted.’ ‘I want to absorb some of his pain, some of his punishment that surrounds him, and make it my own.’
We have to admit that we question if we would’ve enjoyed it as much as we did if it wasn’t for the fact that we read the four instalments in one sitting. The momentum would’ve been hampered, as would the uneasiness and utter intrigue we felt, if we’d had to wait. It became a race against time as we just had to know what was going to happen and how two completely messed up characters could find something akin to ‘normalcy’ in the shape of love and trust. So, we definitely recommend reading all four in one hit in order to truly feel the power behind the words; feel the impact of their crucial weight as ripples become a raging current.
‘She’s one of those rare finds that you stumble upon, covered in dirt and grime that, when you scrub away the tarnish, is actually a stunning piece of art.’
Dylan is a conundrum- her past and present all tied up haphazardly with a vicious blood-dripping bow. We get harrowing glimpses, ugly and extremely painful snippets from her past – there is no safety nor security in her life. Whilst there’s no question that she has her wits about her and a sharp intelligence with a penchant for striking back, she also has a caring and vulnerable side which she only reveals in part. This girl is overwhelmingly scarred and her consequent behaviour questionable at times. What she needs is someone who can match her in every way.
‘I’m a vengeance dealer. A mercenary. I feign loyalty to exact revenge.’ ‘There was a time I’d search for something about the bastards that would justify the kills. Something that would eliminate the guilt. Years later, I find myself searching for some reason not to kill. A glimmer of humanity inside of me. There’s nothing.’........ Click here for full review at TBB
THE RIPPLE EFFECT SERIES
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July 25, 2017
Yay I totally loved this story. It's released in four episodes so make sure you read them all in order.
Ripley and Dylan. Wow two fantastic main characters. All the way through I was so rooting for these two. In this episode all the questions running through my head are answered and it's all made clear.
I thought this was more angsty but maybe that's because I was really hoping these two were going to have a happy ever after.
If your looking for a dark read then I can now recommend this as all four episodes have been released. My warped head and heart loved it.
Ripley and Dylan. Wow two fantastic main characters. All the way through I was so rooting for these two. In this episode all the questions running through my head are answered and it's all made clear.
I thought this was more angsty but maybe that's because I was really hoping these two were going to have a happy ever after.
If your looking for a dark read then I can now recommend this as all four episodes have been released. My warped head and heart loved it.
December 21, 2017
5 fantastic stars!!!!
The last instalment of Ripple Effect is the best part of it and I totally loved it!
The story goes on exactly from where the previous episode had stopped. Until the very last pages, there are secrets and mysteries that come out and I am still surprised! Finally all pieces are falling together and all mysteries are solved! Ms. Lake is a brilliant writer! She succeeded to write a very dark and twisted story without being graphic or dramatic about it. The purpose of violence in the book wasn’t to shock but to give a realistic feeling in the characters and Ms. Lake was more than successful in this aspect too. Her story was full of darkness, twists, mystery, suspense, violence, tension! I was totally addicted and I couldn’t put this series down!
I won’t give any more comments in this fantastically written story as I won't make it justice!
I definitely suggest to everyone who loves a well-written, dark, twisted, violent and full of suspense story to start immediately.
The last instalment of Ripple Effect is the best part of it and I totally loved it!
The story goes on exactly from where the previous episode had stopped. Until the very last pages, there are secrets and mysteries that come out and I am still surprised! Finally all pieces are falling together and all mysteries are solved! Ms. Lake is a brilliant writer! She succeeded to write a very dark and twisted story without being graphic or dramatic about it. The purpose of violence in the book wasn’t to shock but to give a realistic feeling in the characters and Ms. Lake was more than successful in this aspect too. Her story was full of darkness, twists, mystery, suspense, violence, tension! I was totally addicted and I couldn’t put this series down!
I won’t give any more comments in this fantastically written story as I won't make it justice!
I definitely suggest to everyone who loves a well-written, dark, twisted, violent and full of suspense story to start immediately.
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