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The Auction Trilogy #1
The Girls They Stole
The deal seems easy. Follow the rules. Keep your mouth shut. The payoff? Enough money to change your life forever.
But is it too good to be true?
Nicole, Dylan, Jilly and Tana need to take the deal. All for different, equally desperate reasons. But the deal comes at a price. Once they step into Madame Moirai’s depraved world it's too late. All four come face to face with the darkest depths of humanity lurking beneath the glitter of extreme wealth and elite privilege. Innocent, vulnerable girls are drugged and dragged to the auction block, their humanity stripped, and sold to the highest bidder. The crowd, billionaires, politicians, and the rich and famous compete to win the choicest girls. No one cares about their pain. No one protests the debauchery.
Not even when one of the girls ends end up dead.
Under lock and key by guards, surrounded by those under Madame Moirai's thumb, they are bound by soul-searing trauma and linked by tragedy. If they're going to survive, they must work together at all costs. There is no in between — and the clock is ticking.
Madame Moirai doesn’t tolerate loose ends…or girls who speak when they should remain silent.
But is it too good to be true?
Nicole, Dylan, Jilly and Tana need to take the deal. All for different, equally desperate reasons. But the deal comes at a price. Once they step into Madame Moirai’s depraved world it's too late. All four come face to face with the darkest depths of humanity lurking beneath the glitter of extreme wealth and elite privilege. Innocent, vulnerable girls are drugged and dragged to the auction block, their humanity stripped, and sold to the highest bidder. The crowd, billionaires, politicians, and the rich and famous compete to win the choicest girls. No one cares about their pain. No one protests the debauchery.
Not even when one of the girls ends end up dead.
Under lock and key by guards, surrounded by those under Madame Moirai's thumb, they are bound by soul-searing trauma and linked by tragedy. If they're going to survive, they must work together at all costs. There is no in between — and the clock is ticking.
Madame Moirai doesn’t tolerate loose ends…or girls who speak when they should remain silent.
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First published February 15, 2020
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March 15, 2020
Wow!
It's so disturbing and dark, and could just as easily be a true story about teens and trafficking.
I can't wait to read part two, because some sort of revenge needs to happen! But, I have a feeling that things are going to get worse before they get better.
It's so disturbing and dark, and could just as easily be a true story about teens and trafficking.
I can't wait to read part two, because some sort of revenge needs to happen! But, I have a feeling that things are going to get worse before they get better.
June 4, 2023
Very easy read to get absorbed into. I read it in the span of 24 hours and was never bored.
That being said, I did feel that it repeated itself numerous times and even though it was very short, it was almost too long for a novella that has 2 other parts to flesh out the full story. That could have been accomplished by editing down the numerous times she thinks or says the same thing over and over again.
Overall worth a read though. This author goes into details but not too difficult of a read for anyone that has trigger warning issues.
3.5 ⭐️s out of 5!
That being said, I did feel that it repeated itself numerous times and even though it was very short, it was almost too long for a novella that has 2 other parts to flesh out the full story. That could have been accomplished by editing down the numerous times she thinks or says the same thing over and over again.
Overall worth a read though. This author goes into details but not too difficult of a read for anyone that has trigger warning issues.
3.5 ⭐️s out of 5!
March 18, 2020
The Girls They Stole
This is a story of young woman's struggle to remove herself from the despair of her life. She makes the choice to enter herself into a prostitution ring to sell her only thing of value, her virginity. Who knew what a person would pay for that? Perverts, evil people. What a ride this book will give you! Fast paced, great character development and an unusual story. Great writing, a thoroughly entertaining read.
This is a story of young woman's struggle to remove herself from the despair of her life. She makes the choice to enter herself into a prostitution ring to sell her only thing of value, her virginity. Who knew what a person would pay for that? Perverts, evil people. What a ride this book will give you! Fast paced, great character development and an unusual story. Great writing, a thoroughly entertaining read.
June 2, 2024
This might be the worst book I’ve read this whole year. It is so poorly written, as though a 15 year old did it. The story is boring, slow and filled with so much unneeded shit that this book could have been half the length it is. The dialogue is cringy (“I’ve learned that the worst monsters are human” ugh cringe). The FMC is so fucking unlikeable, she just whines the whole book and takes a massive victim complex. I hated this book. If I could give zero stars I would.
May 10, 2020
I haven't read anyone else's review, so I apologize if mine is a repeat.
Also, **SPOILERS**
First, I could not finish the book. I might have been able to, if the premise had been that the girls were stolen. But, the premise is that they sold themselves. The author gives a valiant effort to justify their actions, and paint them in the most sympathetic light. I do feel sorry for anyone who would feel desperate enough to do what they do. But, I can't reconcile the never-ending "I'm a victim" monologue the main character has through the 124 pages I read. I feel like this novel will set true victims of sexual assault back 100 years, if it's read by a large audience. If you sell yourself into prostitution, and sign a contract agreeing to being used sexually, you are not a victim of rape.
I found the idea of this so offensive.
I received the invitation to read this tripe from Kindle Unlimited (so, thankfully, I didn't buy this book). The description I read lead me to believe it was a thriller, not torture porn, with a 3rd wave feminist rant thrown in for good measure.
Finally, the writing is just bad. Not bad in the sense the author has no technical skill, but the characters are 2-dimensional, the dialogue (and never-ending monologues) are sophomoric, and there is nothing in it that elicits any emotion, other than nausea.
I am giving everyone my most strenuous warning that if you are a victim of sexual assault, you should probably skip this one. Well, if you are a human, you should probably skip this one.
Also, **SPOILERS**
First, I could not finish the book. I might have been able to, if the premise had been that the girls were stolen. But, the premise is that they sold themselves. The author gives a valiant effort to justify their actions, and paint them in the most sympathetic light. I do feel sorry for anyone who would feel desperate enough to do what they do. But, I can't reconcile the never-ending "I'm a victim" monologue the main character has through the 124 pages I read. I feel like this novel will set true victims of sexual assault back 100 years, if it's read by a large audience. If you sell yourself into prostitution, and sign a contract agreeing to being used sexually, you are not a victim of rape.
I found the idea of this so offensive.
I received the invitation to read this tripe from Kindle Unlimited (so, thankfully, I didn't buy this book). The description I read lead me to believe it was a thriller, not torture porn, with a 3rd wave feminist rant thrown in for good measure.
Finally, the writing is just bad. Not bad in the sense the author has no technical skill, but the characters are 2-dimensional, the dialogue (and never-ending monologues) are sophomoric, and there is nothing in it that elicits any emotion, other than nausea.
I am giving everyone my most strenuous warning that if you are a victim of sexual assault, you should probably skip this one. Well, if you are a human, you should probably skip this one.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 20, 2020
Sometimes you're just in the mood for something a little more...salacious is maybe the right word for that. Unfortunately this book could never really decide on what side of the issue it wanted to come down on. You either embrace the topic you're writing about and lean into it OR you preach at your audience about the evils of the world. Neither side of your potential audience is going to thank you for writing titilating rape and still essentially making the girls out ot be amoral sluts for selling themselves in the first place.
The same back-and-forth is present in everything else. The characters of the girls see-saw wildly between naive, desperate girls way in over their heads one minute and world-weary survivors ready to take on the world the next. It's all very shallow and by the numbers. Pop psychology stands in for real insight and I honestly never really cared about what happened to them which...is not good.
The same back-and-forth is present in everything else. The characters of the girls see-saw wildly between naive, desperate girls way in over their heads one minute and world-weary survivors ready to take on the world the next. It's all very shallow and by the numbers. Pop psychology stands in for real insight and I honestly never really cared about what happened to them which...is not good.
January 9, 2025
How can you say the same thing 59 different ways?? Ask this author. This one had so much potential and I had high hopes. The plot was intriguing, the characters were interesting, but, the whole book was just so repetitive. I found myself skimming through many parts as the characters just kept saying or thinking the same thing.
Also, if you’re expecting some wow moment or details about the events leading up to the auction or more about the auction itself, too bad. The author seems to be too focused on character building to be bothered with details of the action taking place….what she does say feels like an afterthought…like, you don’t really need to know, just trust it was bad.
It’s a trilogy, but this girl will not be moving on to the next one.
Also, if you’re expecting some wow moment or details about the events leading up to the auction or more about the auction itself, too bad. The author seems to be too focused on character building to be bothered with details of the action taking place….what she does say feels like an afterthought…like, you don’t really need to know, just trust it was bad.
It’s a trilogy, but this girl will not be moving on to the next one.
March 10, 2021
This is the beginning of a book...
How this can be positioned as book one of a trilogy is beyond me. It’s not a complete story, it’s an introduction to a story. It’s highly repetitive, so much so that you begin to lose sympathy for the main character as her constant monologue of the same thoughts are pages long. I was waiting for some kind of twist at the end thinking the finding of a random well equipped house was too implausible, then it ended. I can’t even be bothered enough to find out what happens in ‘books’ 2 & 3. Shame as I imagine putting them together as one book with some hefty editing would actually make it a real page turner. Disappointed.
How this can be positioned as book one of a trilogy is beyond me. It’s not a complete story, it’s an introduction to a story. It’s highly repetitive, so much so that you begin to lose sympathy for the main character as her constant monologue of the same thoughts are pages long. I was waiting for some kind of twist at the end thinking the finding of a random well equipped house was too implausible, then it ended. I can’t even be bothered enough to find out what happens in ‘books’ 2 & 3. Shame as I imagine putting them together as one book with some hefty editing would actually make it a real page turner. Disappointed.
June 2, 2020
As always, the street kids' language is rough and often obscene, but the pain they experienced when they accept an offer to auction off their virginity makes their crude language understandable. Four girls from very different backgrounds decide to take the offer and are sold to extremely rich buyers. They go through an embarrassing preparation, are auctioned off, and immediately taken by the men who purchased them to undisclosed locations. The men are allowed to by kind or cruel to the girls, taking their bodies, most raping and abusing them both sexually and physically. The girls are returned to a mansion where they are put into separate bedrooms to await their fate. They are supposed to be released after five days, but the five days comes and goes without the payment. One of the girls, a very intelligent young lady, escapes from her room and discovers one of the girls has been beaten so badly that she died. The big question is: will the operators of the auction actually pay them, or will they end up in a grave? You'll have to read the book to find out.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 10, 2022
I never quite know how to rate a book like this. Because the subject is disturbing. So, it’s hard to say oooh, I liked this book. But, it completely sucked me in. Made me a little ill and sad, but I want to keep reading the trilogy to find out what happens next. Though this is the type of story that I doubt will have a happy ending.
October 5, 2022
Fantastic Story😊😀
This story was so moving, exciting, entertaining and just WOW!!!. We All know that there is True Evil out in this world, and to know their is SICK, SICK, rich A__holes that will pay BIG money for young girls is just so WRONG!!!. J.H. is a fantastic storyteller and is a PHENOMENAL writer!!!. Yes I know that this is just a story, but sh_t like this happens EVERYDAY!!!.
This story was so moving, exciting, entertaining and just WOW!!!. We All know that there is True Evil out in this world, and to know their is SICK, SICK, rich A__holes that will pay BIG money for young girls is just so WRONG!!!. J.H. is a fantastic storyteller and is a PHENOMENAL writer!!!. Yes I know that this is just a story, but sh_t like this happens EVERYDAY!!!.
May 29, 2020
Bravo
This book is amazingly pieces together. I seriously couldnt put it down. Poor girls trying to run from their circumstances find themselves in a ever worst situation. If somethings to good to be true most time it is. Smh I can't wait to see what happens next
This book is amazingly pieces together. I seriously couldnt put it down. Poor girls trying to run from their circumstances find themselves in a ever worst situation. If somethings to good to be true most time it is. Smh I can't wait to see what happens next
June 25, 2020
So-so thriller
Nicole, Tana, Jilly and Dylan all live in New York City, are 18 and are incredibly financially strapped. They are also virgins and have found a way out of their money plights by signing up for a special type of auction...only things aren’t exactly what they seem and only three of the girls survive the experience. Can those three escape?
This book wasn’t bad, at all, it just wasn’t particularly innovative. It was pretty clear who wasn’t going to make it and there were no real surprises (and, considering the subject matter, not as much sex as you might think - most takes place off the page). And, of course, there’s the age old argument that women sell sex every day, some for a house and car, some for cash, and I’m good with that, but, again, not new. There is a sequel, but I don’t think I’ll read on, Currently available on Kindle Unlimited.
Nicole, Tana, Jilly and Dylan all live in New York City, are 18 and are incredibly financially strapped. They are also virgins and have found a way out of their money plights by signing up for a special type of auction...only things aren’t exactly what they seem and only three of the girls survive the experience. Can those three escape?
This book wasn’t bad, at all, it just wasn’t particularly innovative. It was pretty clear who wasn’t going to make it and there were no real surprises (and, considering the subject matter, not as much sex as you might think - most takes place off the page). And, of course, there’s the age old argument that women sell sex every day, some for a house and car, some for cash, and I’m good with that, but, again, not new. There is a sequel, but I don’t think I’ll read on, Currently available on Kindle Unlimited.
August 14, 2024
This book wasn’t bad, at all, it just wasn’t particularly innovative. It was pretty clear who wasn’t going to make it and there were no real surprises (and, considering the subject matter, not as much sex as you might think - most takes place off the page). And, of course, there’s the age old argument that women sell sex every day, some for a house and car, some for cash, and I’m good with that, but, again, not new.
May 6, 2021
This is an interesting story with a strong female protagonist, and a quick read. It is told in first person narrative from an 18 year old’s perspective, so the voice is a bit simplistic and crude. I will finish the trilogy, but am not compelled to read any more novels by this author.
July 10, 2022
No descriptions as to what they went through. Story was kind of bland.
February 17, 2023
I read it and then forgot I read it until the last 30% when I was like "hmmm this sounds familiar..."
I didn't find any of the characters to be particularly likeable.
I didn't find any of the characters to be particularly likeable.
October 3, 2023
TLDR:
Hooked from the prologue—WHOA, that was intense! It didn’t really get any less intense from there—and it was mostly well done.
“I’ve since learned that all the monsters [in the world] are human.”
—Nicole. [And … HOW TRUE.]
If you want ALL my thoughts:
This is a dark-ish read, with dark themes and, though it isn’t shown, SA and other forms of ãbüs3. I feel that it was mostly well done: great writing, good characters, good world-building. The ‘business’ side of things was well-covered as far as motivations, executions, accuracy for depicting the sort of patrons and employees, etc.
Nicole, the female lead was strong and well-designed. She definitely sounded much older than the 17/18 year-old she is, however this fits, since she’s in a situation where she would’ve had to grow up first and demonstrate lots of hyper-independence. At times, I questioned some of her vocabulary, but I do ultimately find it all plausible. She has dreams and aspirations that involve being well-educated. She’s also got ‘street smarts’ and isn’t gullible—it all works well together.
I also feel like the author did a good job of depicting children who come from different backgrounds, the difference between loving homes and non-loving homes, their different opportunities, portraying poverty, etc.
Just a few of the themes/tropes you’ll find here:
‘Hostile’ vibes.
Trafficking.
Neglected kids.
R*pe, múrd3r, violence, etc.
Sales of v!rg!ns as soon as they turn 18.
Young adults, on the run / in danger.
Billionaires (with sick fetishes).
4.5 stars.
“You never truly knew what you could do … until they forced you to do it in order to survive.”
—Nicole.
Audio:
Amazing, Sarah’s one of my favorite narrators and the overall sound quality was absolutely perfect. 🦩
Hooked from the prologue—WHOA, that was intense! It didn’t really get any less intense from there—and it was mostly well done.
“I’ve since learned that all the monsters [in the world] are human.”
—Nicole. [And … HOW TRUE.]
If you want ALL my thoughts:
This is a dark-ish read, with dark themes and, though it isn’t shown, SA and other forms of ãbüs3. I feel that it was mostly well done: great writing, good characters, good world-building. The ‘business’ side of things was well-covered as far as motivations, executions, accuracy for depicting the sort of patrons and employees, etc.
Nicole, the female lead was strong and well-designed. She definitely sounded much older than the 17/18 year-old she is, however this fits, since she’s in a situation where she would’ve had to grow up first and demonstrate lots of hyper-independence. At times, I questioned some of her vocabulary, but I do ultimately find it all plausible. She has dreams and aspirations that involve being well-educated. She’s also got ‘street smarts’ and isn’t gullible—it all works well together.
I also feel like the author did a good job of depicting children who come from different backgrounds, the difference between loving homes and non-loving homes, their different opportunities, portraying poverty, etc.
Just a few of the themes/tropes you’ll find here:
‘Hostile’ vibes.
Trafficking.
Neglected kids.
R*pe, múrd3r, violence, etc.
Sales of v!rg!ns as soon as they turn 18.
Young adults, on the run / in danger.
Billionaires (with sick fetishes).
4.5 stars.
“You never truly knew what you could do … until they forced you to do it in order to survive.”
—Nicole.
Audio:
Amazing, Sarah’s one of my favorite narrators and the overall sound quality was absolutely perfect. 🦩
February 15, 2023
The Girls They Stole
The Auction Trilogy, Book 1
By: J.H. Leigh
Narrated by: Sarah Puckett
Desperation will lead to quick decisions. Nicole, Tana, Dylan and Jilly all need to get out of their current situations. When approached by Madam Moirai, they thought they found the answer! Enough money to change their life for twenty four hours, their silence and a night they will never forget. But they may have signed a contract for much more than that! JH Leigh starts off this suspense filled trilogy with every fear I could imagine. These four women, each with a different story and need found themselves caught up in a place they may not be able to get out of. Now on the run, wondering where to go and what to do, they search for the answers needed to get them out. It's scarily realistic and amazing! This kind of suspense, you know the kind that makes your stomach turn and your heart race is the best kind. I cannot wait to see where this story goes in the next installment! So many unanswered questions! I need to know!
Sarah Puckett has begun this journey with us giving a bone chilling performance. She dials into each girl, giving them a personality to fit their situations. Attitude, fear, hope and despair, it's all there for taking. I am ready for her to continue so I can find out what happens next! Amazing narration!
The Auction Trilogy, Book 1
By: J.H. Leigh
Narrated by: Sarah Puckett
Desperation will lead to quick decisions. Nicole, Tana, Dylan and Jilly all need to get out of their current situations. When approached by Madam Moirai, they thought they found the answer! Enough money to change their life for twenty four hours, their silence and a night they will never forget. But they may have signed a contract for much more than that! JH Leigh starts off this suspense filled trilogy with every fear I could imagine. These four women, each with a different story and need found themselves caught up in a place they may not be able to get out of. Now on the run, wondering where to go and what to do, they search for the answers needed to get them out. It's scarily realistic and amazing! This kind of suspense, you know the kind that makes your stomach turn and your heart race is the best kind. I cannot wait to see where this story goes in the next installment! So many unanswered questions! I need to know!
Sarah Puckett has begun this journey with us giving a bone chilling performance. She dials into each girl, giving them a personality to fit their situations. Attitude, fear, hope and despair, it's all there for taking. I am ready for her to continue so I can find out what happens next! Amazing narration!
February 17, 2023
The only real monsters are people...
Nicole said something to that effect while offering to go down in the basement, but ain't that the truth. As a recovering Drug addict, I've seen a of girls who have been though a TON of stuff. I haven't had the easiest time myself, but it definitely could have been worse. But a lot of memories and feelings did come up while reading this, which is what a great book does. I don't get triggered very easy, I can compartmentalize like a MF. But if you sketched out by very young woman being auctioned off to the highest bidder, maybe skip this one. But the ending was great! And I can't wait to see what happens in the next book. I'm a Scorpio, revenge is like our fav thing!! (other than maybe 1 other thing very important thing! lol). But ANYWAYS, the narrator did an excellent job, as always. I've listened to quite a few books with Sarah Puckett as the narrator. She must be a very busy lady because I listen to a ton of her books. And she does an amazing time every time. I don't think I've ever had a bad audiobook experience with Puckett narrating. I enjoyed this book a lot! I plan on getting number 2 ASAP. I can't wait to find out what the plan is!
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Nicole said something to that effect while offering to go down in the basement, but ain't that the truth. As a recovering Drug addict, I've seen a of girls who have been though a TON of stuff. I haven't had the easiest time myself, but it definitely could have been worse. But a lot of memories and feelings did come up while reading this, which is what a great book does. I don't get triggered very easy, I can compartmentalize like a MF. But if you sketched out by very young woman being auctioned off to the highest bidder, maybe skip this one. But the ending was great! And I can't wait to see what happens in the next book. I'm a Scorpio, revenge is like our fav thing!! (other than maybe 1 other thing very important thing! lol). But ANYWAYS, the narrator did an excellent job, as always. I've listened to quite a few books with Sarah Puckett as the narrator. She must be a very busy lady because I listen to a ton of her books. And she does an amazing time every time. I don't think I've ever had a bad audiobook experience with Puckett narrating. I enjoyed this book a lot! I plan on getting number 2 ASAP. I can't wait to find out what the plan is!
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February 5, 2021
Genre: trafficking, thriller
Nicole decides to sell her virginity to get away from her life with her alcoholic mother. She has dreams to go to college and she needs money to do that. Madame Moirai (who she never actually meets) gets her into an auction. Well, if something is too good to be true, believe it. Five days of her life and then Nicole can move on with enough money for a new life, right? How wrong these girls are. After spending the night with the men who purchased their virginity, they are locked up. They were duped. But Nicole isn't ready to give up- she will do everything she can to save herself and the other girls.
This ends on a bit of a cliffhanger and will continue with 2 more books. This one grabs you from the start. You get to experience some of what Nicole goes through and get to follow the bread crumbs along with her to figure out who Madame Moirai is. Lastly, you will be wondering how Henry will deal with her.
Available in KU.
Nicole decides to sell her virginity to get away from her life with her alcoholic mother. She has dreams to go to college and she needs money to do that. Madame Moirai (who she never actually meets) gets her into an auction. Well, if something is too good to be true, believe it. Five days of her life and then Nicole can move on with enough money for a new life, right? How wrong these girls are. After spending the night with the men who purchased their virginity, they are locked up. They were duped. But Nicole isn't ready to give up- she will do everything she can to save herself and the other girls.
This ends on a bit of a cliffhanger and will continue with 2 more books. This one grabs you from the start. You get to experience some of what Nicole goes through and get to follow the bread crumbs along with her to figure out who Madame Moirai is. Lastly, you will be wondering how Henry will deal with her.
Available in KU.
May 7, 2021
Honestly I had high hopes for this book due to it being in my recommended books after reading Paige Dearths books (which are emotional but fantastic). I am a little disappointed because I don't think they lived up to my expectation.
This book had a lot of potential and the plot was fantastic, I just think the author didn't put enough into the book, if that makes sense. Like the author only had one main event instead of multiple and it made the book kind of un-suspenseful.
Also this might make me sound terrible but, the girls really weren't stolen, they sold themselves and while I understand what is happening to them is wrong... they put themselves in that situation. The main character keeps doing this self pity thing to and it just erks me the wrong way.
I am about to read the second book, so hopefully more action comes out of it and stays on the path it has. The characters are not my favorite either and I don't think that helps, but they might be the purpose, to portray the characters like they are boring and pitiful.
Overall it might look like I didn't enjoy it but I really did, just had higher hopes for the book.
This book had a lot of potential and the plot was fantastic, I just think the author didn't put enough into the book, if that makes sense. Like the author only had one main event instead of multiple and it made the book kind of un-suspenseful.
Also this might make me sound terrible but, the girls really weren't stolen, they sold themselves and while I understand what is happening to them is wrong... they put themselves in that situation. The main character keeps doing this self pity thing to and it just erks me the wrong way.
I am about to read the second book, so hopefully more action comes out of it and stays on the path it has. The characters are not my favorite either and I don't think that helps, but they might be the purpose, to portray the characters like they are boring and pitiful.
Overall it might look like I didn't enjoy it but I really did, just had higher hopes for the book.
August 3, 2025
“The Girls They Stole” is the first book of “The Auction Trilogy,” and I found myself so into it that I knocked it out in one day.
The thought of there being a market when people (men) would bid to buy the opportunity to take a girl’s virginity never crossed my mind. Clearly that’s something reserved for the uber rich @ssholes of the world.
Reading it from the point of view of a just-turned 18 female, whose life had been one hellish ride & signed up for the deal as away to escape, had me feeling her shame, embarrassment and anger through the transactions.
Looking forward to the second book, “The Girls They Lost.”
The thought of there being a market when people (men) would bid to buy the opportunity to take a girl’s virginity never crossed my mind. Clearly that’s something reserved for the uber rich @ssholes of the world.
Reading it from the point of view of a just-turned 18 female, whose life had been one hellish ride & signed up for the deal as away to escape, had me feeling her shame, embarrassment and anger through the transactions.
Looking forward to the second book, “The Girls They Lost.”
February 10, 2023
Wow! Did I love this! I can see what all the hype is about! Definitely not something I read about every day. The author did it with class not crass which elevates this higher in my opinion. I cant wait to see what happens next!
I did listen to this on audio. Sarah Puckett is the narrator and she did outstandingly well. The voices and the accents are all well done.
I will be recommending this to others!
I did listen to this on audio. Sarah Puckett is the narrator and she did outstandingly well. The voices and the accents are all well done.
I will be recommending this to others!
February 26, 2023
This was my first J.H. Leigh's book, and won't be my last. This is the first book in The Auction Trilogy. This story is heart wrenching, intense, and suspenseful. My heart broke for Nicole, Tana, Dylan and Jilly. It is not for the faint of heart, and contains graphic scenes. Looking forward to listening to the next book in the series to know what happens next. Excellent narration from Sarah Puckett. #FiresideAudio
March 17, 2020
Stolen
Stolen, is the ending of the book. Kinda made me mad. I didn't realize this was a series. I hate when books don't have ending and then you need to wait for the next one to be released which is to be March 2020. Even after all that I did like the book. Can't say much else about it until I get an ending.
Stolen, is the ending of the book. Kinda made me mad. I didn't realize this was a series. I hate when books don't have ending and then you need to wait for the next one to be released which is to be March 2020. Even after all that I did like the book. Can't say much else about it until I get an ending.
October 17, 2022
Will leave you wondering what else could possibly happen
What a emotional book. I was heartbroken with what these girls had endured. There are some seriously demented people in this story. Each of the 3 girls left are running for their lives now . I hope hey can take down the horrible people .
What a emotional book. I was heartbroken with what these girls had endured. There are some seriously demented people in this story. Each of the 3 girls left are running for their lives now . I hope hey can take down the horrible people .
October 2, 2023
I don’t generally like books that are cliff hangers but this series has me sucked in. I have already listened to book 2. I didn’t even take time to write a review before I dove into book two. I love that these are quick listens at (2.2x speed). The subject matter is dark and serious but I can’t wait to see what happens. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed if you like a good mystery.
February 24, 2025
The beginning of this story is character building, and then the events described in the blurb - the auction and the rapes. But where this volume really shines is in the second half in which the girls find out what happens after those events and try to escape from the house. Then it becomes highly suspenseful. I'm looking forward to the second volume.
March 9, 2020
An awesome start
Good reading and would have been rated higher if the story hadn't just dropped off. Felt like I came to the end of a cliff and fell off the edge. These type of stories are a readers worst nightmare.
Good reading and would have been rated higher if the story hadn't just dropped off. Felt like I came to the end of a cliff and fell off the edge. These type of stories are a readers worst nightmare.
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