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Lust & Lies Box Set-Sexual Awakenings, Excess, Predator & Prey
Sexual Awakenings
MadHatter: Why so blue Alice?
Blue_Alice: I want to explore a part of me I’ve kept hidden.
MadHatter: Why?
Blue_Alice: Because I don’t have anything to lose.
MadHatter: That’s dangerous.
RHYS
I was on my way out of the life when she came barging in with her new appetite and unrealistic expectations of what a Dom should be. All I had left to do to break free was sell the club and walk away. Now I found I had something to walk toward. And for the first time in my life, I hoped I’d be enough for a woman.
Caring for a woman was easy for me. I had always cared for different women for different reasons. Loving a woman had always been quite a bit harder.
Doms don’t have to say I love you.
Excess
NINA
When I was twenty-eight years old, I wrote my own winning lottery ticket. A simple idea thrust me onto the fast track to wealth, and into a world I had only ever dreamt about. I submerged myself in the unfamiliar, a life that seemed all too alluring … until it lost its appeal.
I made my fortune, built my castle, and then exiled myself within its comforts once reality set in.
Far too late, I discovered I was drowning in a sea of hungry sharks. Given the choice to sink or swim, I chose the latter … and it cost me everything.
Devin McIntyre, the most dangerous shark of them all, was the last nail in my naïve coffin. His beautiful smile and amazing cock tainted me in ways I could have never imagined.
I craved him. I needed him. I loved him.
Miserable with the outcome of my prosperity, I set out to change what disgusted me most—the first decision being to rid myself of Devin. Little did I know that taking that first step would make me a slave to a man far more tempting … or that my addiction to Devin would threaten to ruin it all.
DEVIN
I was a prick, but I never hurt anyone that didn’t deserve it.
Well … until Nina.
I was a very smart man who made a very bad decision, but the mistakes I was paying for were not just my own.
My behavior toward her, no matter how unforgivable, had always been about protecting her—from me, from my wife, and from the long line of mistakes I would never be able to rectify.
Nina was finally done with me, and I knew it was for the best. I could finally keep her safe from depraved people like me. I needed her as far removed from the situation as possible. I tried to force myself to be content with her decision to move on … until I found out whom she was moving on with.
Predator & Prey
I was drawn to darkness, and he was the abyss.
Safe.
It’s a liar’s word. No one is ever truly safe.
Control is how I survived.
I lived my life by two principles: order and excellence. My moral compass steered me out of the backwoods of Tennessee and towards the woman I was destined to become, but not without gathering a few skeletons along the way. Eventually, I found success, but my restless, relentless nature still left me feeling unsatisfied. Then I met a ghost of a man, an enigma.
He wanted me submissive. I wanted to know him.
At first, I was convinced Daniello was a figment of my imagination, a beautiful and dangerous apparition with an animalistic hunger and insatiable thirst.
MadHatter: Why so blue Alice?
Blue_Alice: I want to explore a part of me I’ve kept hidden.
MadHatter: Why?
Blue_Alice: Because I don’t have anything to lose.
MadHatter: That’s dangerous.
RHYS
I was on my way out of the life when she came barging in with her new appetite and unrealistic expectations of what a Dom should be. All I had left to do to break free was sell the club and walk away. Now I found I had something to walk toward. And for the first time in my life, I hoped I’d be enough for a woman.
Caring for a woman was easy for me. I had always cared for different women for different reasons. Loving a woman had always been quite a bit harder.
Doms don’t have to say I love you.
Excess
NINA
When I was twenty-eight years old, I wrote my own winning lottery ticket. A simple idea thrust me onto the fast track to wealth, and into a world I had only ever dreamt about. I submerged myself in the unfamiliar, a life that seemed all too alluring … until it lost its appeal.
I made my fortune, built my castle, and then exiled myself within its comforts once reality set in.
Far too late, I discovered I was drowning in a sea of hungry sharks. Given the choice to sink or swim, I chose the latter … and it cost me everything.
Devin McIntyre, the most dangerous shark of them all, was the last nail in my naïve coffin. His beautiful smile and amazing cock tainted me in ways I could have never imagined.
I craved him. I needed him. I loved him.
Miserable with the outcome of my prosperity, I set out to change what disgusted me most—the first decision being to rid myself of Devin. Little did I know that taking that first step would make me a slave to a man far more tempting … or that my addiction to Devin would threaten to ruin it all.
DEVIN
I was a prick, but I never hurt anyone that didn’t deserve it.
Well … until Nina.
I was a very smart man who made a very bad decision, but the mistakes I was paying for were not just my own.
My behavior toward her, no matter how unforgivable, had always been about protecting her—from me, from my wife, and from the long line of mistakes I would never be able to rectify.
Nina was finally done with me, and I knew it was for the best. I could finally keep her safe from depraved people like me. I needed her as far removed from the situation as possible. I tried to force myself to be content with her decision to move on … until I found out whom she was moving on with.
Predator & Prey
I was drawn to darkness, and he was the abyss.
Safe.
It’s a liar’s word. No one is ever truly safe.
Control is how I survived.
I lived my life by two principles: order and excellence. My moral compass steered me out of the backwoods of Tennessee and towards the woman I was destined to become, but not without gathering a few skeletons along the way. Eventually, I found success, but my restless, relentless nature still left me feeling unsatisfied. Then I met a ghost of a man, an enigma.
He wanted me submissive. I wanted to know him.
At first, I was convinced Daniello was a figment of my imagination, a beautiful and dangerous apparition with an animalistic hunger and insatiable thirst.
- GenresRomance
916 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 6, 2018
210 people are currently reading
414 people want to read
About the author
Kate Stewart
50 books25.8k followersNew York Times, USA Today, Amazon Charts, and Internationally bestselling author Kate Stewart, a Texas native, lives in North Carolina with her husband, Nick. Nestled within the Blue Ridge Mountains, Kate pens messy, sexy, angst-filled contemporary romance, as well as romantic comedy and erotic suspense.
The Ravenhood Trilogy, consisting of Flock, Exodus, and The Finish Line, as well as the spinoff series, Ravenhood Legacy, have become NYT, USA Today, and International bestsellers as well as TikTok sensations. The Ravenhood was recently acquired for film adaptation with Kate set to co-write the script, as well as executive produce, which will kickstart her lifelong dream of becoming a filmmaker.
Amongst Kate’s other bestselling works, The Bittersweet Symphony Duet, specifically Drive, was a Goodreads Choice Awards finalist for best contemporary romance of 2017. Stewart’s works have been featured in USA Today, BuzzFeed, The New York Daily News, Huffington Post, Glamour Magazine, and translated into over twenty languages.
More info: https://geni.us/katestewartbooks
The Ravenhood Trilogy, consisting of Flock, Exodus, and The Finish Line, as well as the spinoff series, Ravenhood Legacy, have become NYT, USA Today, and International bestsellers as well as TikTok sensations. The Ravenhood was recently acquired for film adaptation with Kate set to co-write the script, as well as executive produce, which will kickstart her lifelong dream of becoming a filmmaker.
Amongst Kate’s other bestselling works, The Bittersweet Symphony Duet, specifically Drive, was a Goodreads Choice Awards finalist for best contemporary romance of 2017. Stewart’s works have been featured in USA Today, BuzzFeed, The New York Daily News, Huffington Post, Glamour Magazine, and translated into over twenty languages.
More info: https://geni.us/katestewartbooks
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January 1, 2019
Where has filthy Kate been all my life!!!!!!!
This series was beyond HOT AF!!!! This is totally different from anything I’ve read from Kate....AND I EFFIN LOVED IT!!!!
The first book...
Rhys and Vi😍
He was swoon worthy goodness and she was broken to bits! Their story was so sweet, sweeter than the other two. I fell in love with Rhys and he immediately went in my “new book bf” category! I think they immediately fell in love with each other and they both had been dealt a crap hand. Sandra, that witch...I wanted to murder her my self!
The epilogue was😍😍😍😍
The second book...
My least favorite of the three yet still unbelievably delicious! I was rooting for Aidan and boy was I surprised with the turn of events in that book😱
I knew that Devin had some good in him and that Nina...greedy nympho and I LOVED HER!!! The introduction of Aaron was excellent! I was so rooting for him too!
The third book.......
HOLY FREAKIN SHIZZBALLS😱😱😱😱😱
This was very angsty and full of yummy hot sexy goodness and Daniello ran right over Rhys in the new book bf category!!!
OMG I was so worried I wouldn’t get my HEA and my heart was a bit broken! Taylor was such a bada$$!!!!
I loved everything about this book! Her past her present and her future collide and all the secondary characters made this such an awesome read!!!
The epilogue 😍😍😍😍oh Lawd!!! Aaron got his HEA TOOOOOOOOOO!!!!
I don’t know that I could love Kate anymore! She is totally one of my faves and when she writes them dang kids in there I’m just hooked even more (imma sucker for kids😉)
So glad I read these! Now I shall rate them as a whole as they all tie in together...kinda sorta😂!
Angst⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Cheating yes but you have to read the books!!
Sexy Time⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻OFF THE CHARTS
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This series was beyond HOT AF!!!! This is totally different from anything I’ve read from Kate....AND I EFFIN LOVED IT!!!!
The first book...
Rhys and Vi😍
He was swoon worthy goodness and she was broken to bits! Their story was so sweet, sweeter than the other two. I fell in love with Rhys and he immediately went in my “new book bf” category! I think they immediately fell in love with each other and they both had been dealt a crap hand. Sandra, that witch...I wanted to murder her my self!
The epilogue was😍😍😍😍
The second book...
My least favorite of the three yet still unbelievably delicious! I was rooting for Aidan and boy was I surprised with the turn of events in that book😱
I knew that Devin had some good in him and that Nina...greedy nympho and I LOVED HER!!! The introduction of Aaron was excellent! I was so rooting for him too!
The third book.......
HOLY FREAKIN SHIZZBALLS😱😱😱😱😱
This was very angsty and full of yummy hot sexy goodness and Daniello ran right over Rhys in the new book bf category!!!
OMG I was so worried I wouldn’t get my HEA and my heart was a bit broken! Taylor was such a bada$$!!!!
I loved everything about this book! Her past her present and her future collide and all the secondary characters made this such an awesome read!!!
The epilogue 😍😍😍😍oh Lawd!!! Aaron got his HEA TOOOOOOOOOO!!!!
I don’t know that I could love Kate anymore! She is totally one of my faves and when she writes them dang kids in there I’m just hooked even more (imma sucker for kids😉)
So glad I read these! Now I shall rate them as a whole as they all tie in together...kinda sorta😂!
Angst⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Cheating yes but you have to read the books!!
Sexy Time⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻OFF THE CHARTS
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June 12, 2022
This three book box set is spicy, with a sprinkling of suspense and drama. Although they are all standalones they should be read in order as they have overlapping characters. My favourite of the three has to be the final one Predator/prey as I got more involved with the story and the spice was hotter (in my opinion!). Overall another fantastic read written Kate Stewart!
February 6, 2019
Smoking Hot 🔥
This series/box set has it all...hot sex, lust, lies, mystery, twists, turns, love and redemption. I am a huge Kate Stewart fan and it just blew me away how versatile her writing is. She hooks you with her first words and before you know it you are so submersed in whatever world she has written that it’s hard to believe it’s not real. I could give a synopsis or review of each story in this series, but I feel like I enjoyed it most going in blind. While these stories could be read as standalones, I recommend starting from the beginning because they build upon each other and have a lot of the same amazing characters. This set is amazing and should definitely be one clicked!
This series/box set has it all...hot sex, lust, lies, mystery, twists, turns, love and redemption. I am a huge Kate Stewart fan and it just blew me away how versatile her writing is. She hooks you with her first words and before you know it you are so submersed in whatever world she has written that it’s hard to believe it’s not real. I could give a synopsis or review of each story in this series, but I feel like I enjoyed it most going in blind. While these stories could be read as standalones, I recommend starting from the beginning because they build upon each other and have a lot of the same amazing characters. This set is amazing and should definitely be one clicked!
April 25, 2019
I loved all 3 stories dark romances are my kryptonite.
I read Nina and Devin's story first I thought it would be the best story why did the cousin have to be the monster i fell for him .Taylor and Daniello was my favorite i cried for all the heartache of Taylor's life. I didn't like the epilogue of Taylor's story why couldn't she go to Italy with Daniello and visit his family. Violet and Rhys there epilogue ugh did violet have a child they had sons to take care off in th the epilogue.
I read Nina and Devin's story first I thought it would be the best story why did the cousin have to be the monster i fell for him .Taylor and Daniello was my favorite i cried for all the heartache of Taylor's life. I didn't like the epilogue of Taylor's story why couldn't she go to Italy with Daniello and visit his family. Violet and Rhys there epilogue ugh did violet have a child they had sons to take care off in th the epilogue.
September 3, 2020
The trouble with reading box sets is sometimes they are wash rinse and repeat. The three books in this set are tied together by the BDSM Club The Rabbit Hole.
Book 1 Sexual Awakenings - Rhys & Violet
I think out of the three stories, this one was the one I liked best. Yes Violet did get on my nerves and I am really glad her mother called her out on her BS. But their no secrets/no lies kept falling to the wayside, perhaps a little too much. The twist was an eye-rolling moment, but not nearly as much as in book 2. 3 Stars for this one
Book 2 Excess - Nina Devin & Aiden.
Ok this story almost made me throw my kindle. I hated Devin. When Nina met Aiden you think ok this will be a triangle - all good - HELL NO - Aiden is portrayed as a kind sweet sexy musician/bar owner - laid back but by no means sexually lacking - Nina is a self made millionaire - who has Aiden investigated and when it comes back that
DISCLAIMER: I LOVE KATE STEWART, If you read Drive, Balls In Play, Heartbreak Warfare and last but NEVER least the BRILLIANT Flock & Exodus, which ruined many a reader, myself included - than you know I am not "picking" on her but this needs to be said................................................................................................................ HUGE SPOILER ALERT...............................................
Devin and Aiden have the same friggin last name - it doesn't raise a big red flag because they had different parents?????????????????????????????? REALLY?
What happens next is the worst plot twist I have ever read - and I have read some doozies.
What was done to Aidens' character was criminal - but the way Nina went back and forth - she deserved whatever she got. Oh and Devin's wife being related to Rhys demented baby momma was just the icing on this sick cake - 0 Stars.
Book 3 -Predator and Prey
We meet Taylor in Excess, she is Nina's right hand woman and then business partner. I loved Taylor in that book, she alway held Nina's shit together and had her back, but Taylor is definitely leading two lives. Her control in life does not extend to the bedroom. We are shown what made Taylor who she is, where she came from and the men in her life that led her on this path. I will admit that by the time I got to this story - I was over the whole BDSM Rabbit Hole thing and I could have cared less. But Taylor's story especially in the second half had more substance. 2.5 Stars
Book 1 Sexual Awakenings - Rhys & Violet
I think out of the three stories, this one was the one I liked best. Yes Violet did get on my nerves and I am really glad her mother called her out on her BS. But their no secrets/no lies kept falling to the wayside, perhaps a little too much. The twist was an eye-rolling moment, but not nearly as much as in book 2. 3 Stars for this one
Book 2 Excess - Nina Devin & Aiden.
Ok this story almost made me throw my kindle. I hated Devin. When Nina met Aiden you think ok this will be a triangle - all good - HELL NO - Aiden is portrayed as a kind sweet sexy musician/bar owner - laid back but by no means sexually lacking - Nina is a self made millionaire - who has Aiden investigated and when it comes back that
DISCLAIMER: I LOVE KATE STEWART, If you read Drive, Balls In Play, Heartbreak Warfare and last but NEVER least the BRILLIANT Flock & Exodus, which ruined many a reader, myself included - than you know I am not "picking" on her but this needs to be said................................................................................................................ HUGE SPOILER ALERT...............................................
Devin and Aiden have the same friggin last name - it doesn't raise a big red flag because they had different parents?????????????????????????????? REALLY?
What happens next is the worst plot twist I have ever read - and I have read some doozies.
What was done to Aidens' character was criminal - but the way Nina went back and forth - she deserved whatever she got. Oh and Devin's wife being related to Rhys demented baby momma was just the icing on this sick cake - 0 Stars.
Book 3 -Predator and Prey
We meet Taylor in Excess, she is Nina's right hand woman and then business partner. I loved Taylor in that book, she alway held Nina's shit together and had her back, but Taylor is definitely leading two lives. Her control in life does not extend to the bedroom. We are shown what made Taylor who she is, where she came from and the men in her life that led her on this path. I will admit that by the time I got to this story - I was over the whole BDSM Rabbit Hole thing and I could have cared less. But Taylor's story especially in the second half had more substance. 2.5 Stars
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May 7, 2020
This box set was fantastic! Racey and spices, angst, hidden agendas for the greater good, lust, heartbreak, love all rolled into one!
Violet and Rhys..A surprise he was holding onto that Violet didn’t expect! I loved the dynamic with her mother. These two almost didn’t make it several times, but once they found their footing, they were unstoppable!
Devin and Nina…loved these two! It’s a love triangle of sorts and you’re not sure whom to root for, Devin or Reed? I had my favorite from the beginning and he won out!
Taylor and Daniello… these two were my absolute favorite! Taylor was a bit of a mystery in Nina’s book. But we fund our about her past and her 3 heartbreaks. She had 3 loves but only one brought her out of her shell and complimented her independence. These two had to work through so many secrets to get to that point of utter trust and love.
Violet and Rhys..A surprise he was holding onto that Violet didn’t expect! I loved the dynamic with her mother. These two almost didn’t make it several times, but once they found their footing, they were unstoppable!
Devin and Nina…loved these two! It’s a love triangle of sorts and you’re not sure whom to root for, Devin or Reed? I had my favorite from the beginning and he won out!
Taylor and Daniello… these two were my absolute favorite! Taylor was a bit of a mystery in Nina’s book. But we fund our about her past and her 3 heartbreaks. She had 3 loves but only one brought her out of her shell and complimented her independence. These two had to work through so many secrets to get to that point of utter trust and love.
February 18, 2022
5⭐️/5⭐️ interconnected characters, HEAs, fun plots
5🌶/5🌶 incredibly steamy and HOT!
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If you are looking for a steamy series, this is it. Kate Stewart gets right into it. This whole series is the opposite of a slow-burn but the journey each couple takes is just as angst-filled and heart-wrenching as any. I also love that each story has characters than continue into the next one. It made me so excited! Rhys is hands-down my favourite but I have a soft spot for Daniello too. These books are full of “alphahole” dominant MMCs and BDSM / D/s relationships so if that’s your thing, I highly recommend.
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TW for Excess: a short part with BDSM torture, murder in Predator/Prey
5🌶/5🌶 incredibly steamy and HOT!
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If you are looking for a steamy series, this is it. Kate Stewart gets right into it. This whole series is the opposite of a slow-burn but the journey each couple takes is just as angst-filled and heart-wrenching as any. I also love that each story has characters than continue into the next one. It made me so excited! Rhys is hands-down my favourite but I have a soft spot for Daniello too. These books are full of “alphahole” dominant MMCs and BDSM / D/s relationships so if that’s your thing, I highly recommend.
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TW for Excess: a short part with BDSM torture, murder in Predator/Prey
July 29, 2022
Excellent dark box set!
3 standalones, with our beloved HEAs all with interconnected characters. You start out with the betrayed housewife who visits a sex club to see what she is missing. Then move to a jilted other woman working to move on from her lying ex-lover. Then we move to the Harvard educated prodigy with all the secrets. Such great characters. Kate Stewart keeps you guessing throughout each and every book. Tears and fury and heartbreak and healing. BDSM heavy and super steamy. Recommend!
3 standalones, with our beloved HEAs all with interconnected characters. You start out with the betrayed housewife who visits a sex club to see what she is missing. Then move to a jilted other woman working to move on from her lying ex-lover. Then we move to the Harvard educated prodigy with all the secrets. Such great characters. Kate Stewart keeps you guessing throughout each and every book. Tears and fury and heartbreak and healing. BDSM heavy and super steamy. Recommend!
April 8, 2020
Smoking hot!!! These three romances were dirty, dark and delicious...with some very unexpected twists that both upset and intrigued me. My favorite would probably be the first book although I did love the strong heroines in books 2 and 3 as well. I had already read some of this author's lighter romances, so these were a welcome change for me. Very steamy and not for the squeamish.
***** 4.5 ***** "I was not expecting this" stars
***** 4.5 ***** "I was not expecting this" stars
August 5, 2021
So disappointed
I wish authors would invest a little time in editing. I could excuse the use of 'too' for 'two' or 'gilded' for 'glided' if English wasn't the primary language, but in this case it is inexcusable. Correct grammar and sentence structure should be a minimum requirement.
I wish authors would invest a little time in editing. I could excuse the use of 'too' for 'two' or 'gilded' for 'glided' if English wasn't the primary language, but in this case it is inexcusable. Correct grammar and sentence structure should be a minimum requirement.
March 28, 2020
Interesting collection. The first I only read half of as the HEA seemed to be reached too soon. The second and third much more riveting with will they/won’t up to the last. The smut is not cuddly. Several scenes are assault even if consensual and others verge on abuse. I enjoyed it
January 18, 2021
Decent series. A lot of sex. Definitely not in the same league as Flock or Exodus but I truly enjoy this author and her style of writing. Looking forward to reading more from Kate in the near future!!!!
March 12, 2022
Wow!! Just wow!!!
Holy hotness these books were so intense. I loved how the characters were entwined in all 3 books. My favorite was Predator & Prey. The story line was so in depth and delved into some deep issues. I love all of Kate Stewart books, she is such a gifted writer.
Holy hotness these books were so intense. I loved how the characters were entwined in all 3 books. My favorite was Predator & Prey. The story line was so in depth and delved into some deep issues. I love all of Kate Stewart books, she is such a gifted writer.
April 27, 2021
Excellent
Great read! Love her books! I was hooked from the first one. Read all of hers- so glad I did.
Great read! Love her books! I was hooked from the first one. Read all of hers- so glad I did.
August 10, 2021
Box set dream
Each story captivated me, all different but connected. I fell in love with all of the characters and at times hated them.
Each story captivated me, all different but connected. I fell in love with all of the characters and at times hated them.
January 30, 2022
I wrote individual book reviews for each one.... Overall a 4 is generous. I wouldn't read them again
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May 3, 2022This was just ok. I did not love the first story and it made me kind of uninterested in continuing
June 4, 2022
Sucks you in!
Great read with dark themes. I really❤ enjoyed this series! Definitely a keeper! Worth the time to read it all!
Great read with dark themes. I really❤ enjoyed this series! Definitely a keeper! Worth the time to read it all!
August 15, 2022
Loved it!
I loved this box set. Kate is an amazing author and never disappoints. I love all her books and can’t wait for more!
I loved this box set. Kate is an amazing author and never disappoints. I love all her books and can’t wait for more!
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