Release Blitz + Review | Deception and Chaos (Chaos Trilogy #1) by S.M. Soto --> 5+ Stars! Top Fa
TITLE: Deception and Chaos
SERIES: Chaos Trilogy #1 AUTHOR: S.M. Soto GENRE: Dark Romance / Romantic Suspense
RELEASE DATE: November 1st, 2018
Sophia Cova lived a quiet, normal life, shadowed in sadness after the loss of her parents in a tragic airline accident. With her older brother being her only living relative and her anchor, Sophia is sure she’s destined for a brighter future. But that was until she was taken. Stolen from her mundane, orderly life, she was drugged, and woke to every woman’s worst nightmare. With only four grimy basement walls and a rancid mattress, she loses her sense of time, and preserves what’s left of her dignity by hurtling herself into the safety of her mind. The men, the beatings, they come and go with no reaction, until she hears one word that sends an arctic chill through her body. Sold. On the eve of Sophia’s bidding, at one of the largest sexual slavery rings in the world, all hell breaks loose in the mansion of horrors. Gunfire and screams erupt all around her, as panic rises. Snatched by one monster only to be taken by another, Sophia slowly starts to learn that not everything is as it seems. When secrets unravel, and the twisted game of cat and mouse ensues, The Puppeteer pulls his favorite strings and chaos brews. Lives are lost while the clock ticks, and only time will tell who will be killed next… WARNING: This book contains very disturbing situations, dubious content, strong language, and graphic violence. May contain triggers for abuse victims.
⭐️ 5+ "The Devil Her Savior" Stars ⭐️
Wow! I finished this book in the early morning after hours riveted to my kindle and while writing this review a few days later, I’m still speechless over this impressive story! When S.M. Soto reached out to me for reviewing Deception and Chaos, I was really intrigued and interested by the premise of the novel, but nothing could have prepared me for the level of love I had for this exhilarating story! Everything about this romantic suspense / dark romance was impeccable in my eyes; the pace, the captivating mystery, the shocking events, the definite connection between Sophia and Creed! Their powerful attraction triggered an intense anticipation in me I hadn’t felt in a while for a fictional couple!
"My body is in tatters, my mind is in shambles, but my heart,
my heart is broken beyond repair."
The book starts on a dark tone with a captive Sophia suffering despicable acts at the hands of her kidnappers. I couldn’t help but feel so intensely her agony through the striking prose of the author that only enhanced the poignant emotions! These moments are emotional and gripping, but the appearance of Creed in her dark world is so brilliant! That man is just the perfect anti-hero! He’s a vault, taciturn, keeping to himself, but constantly her fierce protector, her savior. He’s complex, persistently pushing Sophia away but also showing her a caring side under his harshness. He knows he’s a bad man and doesn’t want to taint the innocent Sophia in spite of his irrefutable fascination with her. Peeling his multiple layers was pure delight! I swooned so hard over him. I can now count Creed as one of my absolute favorite hero!!!
As much as I loved him, Sophia is also a remarkable heroine! She’s resilient and wants to heal from her traumatizing captivity. Creed’s proximity only creates a sense of peace and security in her life. I enjoyed immensely her interactions with him where she shows a sassy and determined side! She sees more than the ruthless man in him and goes for it.
"The man was like finely crafted blade - sharp, lean, and lethal. If I wasn't careful, the beautiful dangerous devil could destroy me."
My heart felt like it was going to explode from all the torture this book put me through. The high level of combustible attraction between Sophia and Creed left me breathless more than once. They also gave me chills, palpitations and hot flashes. I was a mess of sensations. They incited such potent physical reactions from me with all the feels! I just wanted them to succumb to the temptation!
Don’t let my raving about this couple fool you though. This story is so much more than a romance, with the captivating mystery behind the whole kidnapping and human trafficking. There’s new elements of the puzzle revealed here and there throughout the novel and I couldn’t help but make my own assumptions. Let’s just say that the last few chapters unraveled into an intense ending I didn’t see coming!
"For one small second, he wasn't just cold and heartless, he was my protector and a man that had the capacity to feel."
I kept the intrigue as vague as possible, because this book is best appreciated if entered blind! S.M. Soto can now count me in as an ardent fan of her writing! I can’t wait for the next installment in the Chaos Trilogy, as the cliffhanger dumbfounded me! I’m more than ready to get my hands on Blood and Chaos! I want more of Sophia and Creed’s passionate romance and the electrifying suspense at the core of this addictive series! Deception and Chaos is a new top favorite read of the year for me!
** ARC received in exchange for an honest review **
S.M. SOTO
