Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn. This is a great enemies to lovers romance. Its the story of Riley who has moved once again and her mom promises this will be the last time. Cole is the star football player and part of an elite group of kids. What he says goes and everyone follows him. When Riley and Cole share a secret kiss this puts a target on Riley’s back and when Cole can’t get her out of his head he treats her even worse. Riley is no shrinking violet so when he’s mean to her she stands right up to him and doesn’t back down. This fascinates Cole even more. He’s almost obsessed with her. He pretends he doesn’t want her but is not going to let anyone else have her. There is a fine line between love and hate and Cole is pushing those limits to the core. Will he finally freeze Riley out or will Riley come out on top in outsmarting Cole? Read this fun romance to find out!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tausha Treadwayhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTausha Treadway2023-04-17 18:34:412023-04-28 11:11:57Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Tausha Treadway
This is a prequel to the Hidden Valley series and boy does it do its job. We meet the main characters Riley and Cole and gain a bit of background knowledge on them both. We also are privy to their introduction and sparks immediately fly; however, there are complications. I really liked this prequel because it’s a quick, easy read and it provides great information and it definitely leaves you wanting more! *Ends on a cliffhanger*
A nice little start to this series. We get a decent introduction to all of the main characters a year before the events in Savage Lies. Riley and her mother are in a new town again, and only this time, things are different. Her mother says they will be staying a while and to get comfortable, but Riley is waiting for the other shoe to drop.
Savage Lies picks up a year after the events in Savage Start. Riley and her mother are back in town once again, and Riley has every reason to be weary. Her mother assures her they are there to stay and that she needs to get comfortable. The biggest problem she has is Cole Savage and the fact that he will do anything to get her out of his life and town.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Brittanyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBrittany2023-04-16 19:18:392023-04-17 13:36:04Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Brittany Angel
Savage Lies, the first book in the Hidden Valley Elite series by Isla Vaughn great read. This bully to romance grabbed be instantly. Riley and Cole, the main characters have something that draw them together and that is what make reading this so profound. The teenage drama, the family dysfunctions, and the emotions in this book grab you even more to make this hard to walk away kind of read. The supporting character are amazing too and hope some get their own book along the way. This is the first book that I read by this author and I am hooked. I love that this series is darker then the normal high school stuff. This is not that type of read. The author really showed emotion in creating this series. Each character is their own, each plot comes with drama that make this series strong. I can not wait to read all the books in this series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heidi Eich Woodringhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeidi Eich Woodring2023-04-16 06:30:582023-04-17 13:30:57Savage Lies Hidden Valley Elite Book 1 by Isla Vaughn Review by Heidi Woodring
Isla Vaughn’s Hidden Valley Elite Book 1 “Savage Lies” was amazing! I stayed up all night reading because I could not put this book down! Riley is a girl with secrets who is not only gorgeous, but she knows how to protect herself, she doesn’t let anyone mess around with her. Cole is the Elite of Hidden Valley High School and always goes after what he wants, and what he wants is the new girl Riley. Cole is not only a star player on the football team, but he participates in underground fights with his brother Damon, and his cousins Phoenix and Shane to help raise money for his cousin’s college tuition. Unfortunately if Cole or the boys got caught he could risk losing any chance any of them have at going to their choice college. Cole makes sure that everyone in the school knows that Riley is off limits, he wants her cold-shouldered and no male is allowed to date her. Cole gets dirt on Riley, while she gets dirt on Cole, and they both go back and forth trying to one-up the other, while trying to fight off the electrical passion that they have between them. Unbeknownst to either one, Riley’s mom is dating Cole’s dad, and he’s proposed marriage. Cole figures out that Riley’s mom was his dad’s mistress when his mom committed suicide, making Cole’s love/hate relationship with Riley even stronger. What lengths will Cole go to make Riley’s life a living hell to get his revenge for the death of his mother, and will their passion for one another go unrequited or will they find an outlet to suit the two, especially with Riley sleeping across the hall from Cole?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Brandy Jo Rymerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBrandy Jo Rymer2023-04-15 23:52:432023-04-17 13:30:33Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Brandy Rymer
Isla Vaughn is an absolute genius when it comes to writing young adult fiction! I was so excited to find out that she had written “Savage Start” the prequel to the Hidden Valley Elite book series. This is a must-read to fill in the gaps of what Book 1 of the Hidden Valley Elite book series is referring to in the opening chapter when Riley mentions meeting and kissing a hot guy at a pool party a year ago. It also includes the death of Cole and Damon’s mom, which is heartbreaking but something that you need to read to understand where all of Cole and Damon’s anger comes from. This book has well-developed characters with intense details that make you feel like you are right there experiencing life as a teen during your summer break. This may be a short read, but putting the missing pieces together is vital before you move on to Book 2 in the Hidden Valley Elite series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Brandy Jo Rymerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBrandy Jo Rymer2023-04-15 23:12:202023-04-17 13:30:24Savage Start (Hidden Valley Elite Prequel) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Brandy Rymer
I’m really enjoying this series, I am so glad I got to read this enemies to lovers romance. I really like how complex the plot of the books is. It makes reading it that much better, but also makes me very excited to read the next book in the series. I’m glad I was able to read the prequel, it’s not necessary but it helped me understand better. The chemistry of Cole and Riley flew off the pages and let me feel the emotions. Great read. Highly Recommend!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Westermanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Westerman2023-04-15 23:00:252023-04-15 23:00:25Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Ashley Westerman
Savage Lies picks up one year after the end of Savage Start. Riley and her mom have moved back to Santa Monica. Riley finds herself alone, her mother off with a boyfriend that Riley knows nothing about, starting a new school. The first day Riley bumps into the eyes she can never forget, the set of lips that belong to a kiss she cannot stop feeling, tasting. Cole.
Cole figures out that Riley is the daughter of the woman his father is dating quickly. Cole decides that despite the intense attraction that he can’t explain that he is going to use Riley to inflict pain on his father. Riley turns out to be no easy target. She is spunky and fiery. The back and forth, the games, the slow torture between Riley and Cole is only adding fuel to Cole’s fire, his desire. After a couple of heated, hate filled kisses, Riley and Cole find themselves in an awkward situation. His father and her mother wanted to get married. Cole is dead set on making sure that never happens.
HOLY COW!!!! The sparks and chemistry between Cole and Riley. If these two would just ever just take a moment to have a conversation without all the hatred and evil plans. When these two finally get together it is going to be nothing but fireworks. Between the secrets and lies, Cole and Riley manage to find each other and grow close without all the drama. This book is dark, dirty fun! Can’t wait for the next one!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00M Policicchiohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngM Policicchio2023-04-15 23:00:062023-04-17 13:30:00Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by M Policicchio
Riley is used to moving around with her mom. When you both are in the con business, you don’t stay in one place too long. Or visit the same place twice. So when Riley’s mom does just that, and doesn’t clue her in on the job, Riley is alarmed. Tension rises when she runs into the elite football star, and he doesn’t even remember her. It was one-time, and they were both drunk, but man, that kiss…
Cole does remember Riley and that kiss, but his mission is make her life a living hell. He will run her and her gold-digging mother out of town, no matter what his dad says. A quick read that keeps you sucked in until the end!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Terri Jo McAllisterhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTerri Jo McAllister2023-04-14 15:12:342023-04-17 13:11:29Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Terri Jo McAllister
In this quick prequel, we meet Riley, who appears to be a con artist alongside her mom. We aren’t given much about their background but perhaps the series will enlighten us more. Riley meets Cole at a party where they share a quick yet heated kiss. Although this is a fast read, the author was able to lay out the groundwork for what to expect with the series and give us some info about our main characters. Looking forward to seeing what occurs in the first book of this series.
This is the first book in this series. It is a high school bully romance. Basically a hate to like. I read the prequel and liked it so I though I would grab this one. This one was very slow moving and I struggled a lot with it. There is little movement forward and the bullying is minimal. The story revolves around Riley and the Elite boys. The storyline gets confusing at times and the characters have little growth. The story does read easy for the most part. This does not end at the conclusion of this book. Everything is still up in the air until the next book arrives.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lisa Helmickhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLisa Helmick2023-04-13 19:50:142023-04-17 13:17:00Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Lisa Helmick
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/76854377-savage-lies” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1673615562l/76854377._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/76854377-savage-lies”>Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/23199631.Isla_Vaughn”>Isla Vaughn</a><br/> My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5483951548″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> Riley and Cole have a very brief history: a soul-changing kiss at a party. Although, Riley wasn’t invited to that party; she crashed it with her mom to rob the house. After Cole kissed Riley, she and her mom quickly left but the memory of the kids remained. When Riley returns to town a year later to live a “normal life,” Cole tells everyone she’s off limits and she quickly becomes his target. This book is fast paced and easy to read. There is a prequel but you do not have to read it to understand the context of the story. Looking forward to the next one! <br/><br/> <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/56267508-jasmin”>View all my reviews</a>
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jasmin Mariehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJasmin Marie2023-04-13 16:04:442023-04-17 13:16:23Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Jasmin Marie
I never thought I was going to be into short series like this one but I have to say I was drawn into Riley and Cole from the start. The author Isla Vaughn did an amazing job! Who knew that a woman like Riley can hold so long her V-Card (funny way to say her precious gift)? Love it how Cole, a hot guy like him can get any girls he wants was drawn into Riley but they were enemies from the start funny life, but love has its way.
This book is awesome. You’ve got a con-artist’s daughter and a playboy football star who hate each other from the get-go as they try to come to terms with everything that’s happening in their lives. Of course, they ignore each other, and try to make each other’s lives miserable while denying how they feel. I don’t think I’ve read anything else besides this series from the author, but she has me absolutely impressed and enthralled! I can’t wait to start the second book; definitely grab this one!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lucy Machardhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLucy Machard2023-04-12 20:53:482023-04-17 13:05:20Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Lucy Machard
I love novellas, and I love prequels. This prequel was FANTASTIC! I made the (not so major) mistake of reading the first major installment of the series before the prequel, and lemme tell ya, things do make a bit more sense with the prequel. I absolutely love Riley- she’s a firecracker, and a force to be reckoned with. I definitely have an intrigue with Cole- I know he has major potential, and I’m sensing some serious enemies-to-lovers vibes with this series. The prequel definitely has a sadder ending- but it leaves it perfect for the next book!
This book is book one of the series. I highly recommend reading the prequel to better understand what’s going on in book one. This book pulled me in from the beginning and I just had to keep reading to see what was going to happen.
Riley is the new kid at school. The only problem is, she was here once before very briefly. She has no idea what has gotten into her mom but she’s determined to figure it out. The only thing she needs to do is stay off Cole’s radar. That might be difficult to do. Riley remembers the amazing kiss she shared with Cole the first time around even if he doesn’t. Their chemistry is off the charts and for whatever reason, she can’t find their connection. Cole is determined to split his dad and Riley’s mom up. Riley is just collateral damage at this point.
This book is full of angst! I couldn’t get enough. I can’t wait to jump into book two and find out how the story continues! I highly recommend this series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angelina Frazzinihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngelina Frazzini2023-04-10 12:14:382023-04-17 12:32:08Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Angelina Frazzini
Savage Lies follows the prequel Savage Start. Enemies-to-lovers and high school bully are understated. This is dark and full of scandal, so much scandal. It’s also full of angst, lies, drama, and even more secrets, jealousy, and bullying.
Riley thought a new place would make a great place to hide, as she always does. Her life is still full of secrets, but this time her mom is changing the rules of the game. Unfortunately for Riley she can’t escape the one causing her so much trouble because of her mom’s relationship with Cole’s dad. She has to stay out of his way or find a way to win. Cole is one of the Elite, the leader is reality. The Elite are privileged boys who rule their private school. He hates his dad and his mom is dead. Cole’s agenda is to make his dad miserable, no matter the cost.
The characters are so easy to love, Riley, or hate, Cole. The pages fly by once you start. Savage Lies ends with a major cliffhanger. I need the next book now!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Megan Pesekhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMegan Pesek2023-04-08 21:17:492023-04-17 12:30:16Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Megan Pesek
Savage Start is a prequel and a quick read to set the stage for the rest of the series.
Riley lives with her mom and it’s obvious that they don’t live normal lives. Running cons is the mother/daughter duo’s game. They’re always running from something, or someone, and getting comfortable isn’t an option. Or is it?
Cole is the football star, all-American boy, and tough guy. He appears to have everything a person could possibly want. Along with his brother and cousins, Cole seems to run the school. Cole’s parents are not happy and neither and Cole and his brother.
Savage Start is a great foundation and teaser that makes me need to read the first book in the series, Savage Lies.
After reading the prequel novella, I have been looking forward to more of Cole and Riley’s story.
Riley has moved (again) and her goal is to graduate while keeping her head down. That is quickly thwarted when a guy that she shared a kiss with months ago puts a target on her back as soon as he sees her. However, when they find out that their lives may be more intertwined than they thought…the bullying and hatred increases. But, as we all know, there is a thin line between lust and hate…and these two cross it every chance they get. The real question is…who will destroy the other first?!?
This book is the definition of enemies to lovers..to enemies…to (you get the point). There is so much back and forth that you keep turning the pages to see what is going to happen next. A couple of words of caution…you don’t have to read the prequel to understand what is going on…and you are going to be left with a cliffhanger that has you wanting the next book! A great story that I enjoyed reading!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rosanna Ingramhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRosanna Ingram2023-04-08 17:03:042023-04-17 12:26:40Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Rosanna Ingram
There is a prequel to this story that gives more insight into the tension between Riley and Cole, but it’s not an absolute must in order to understand what’s going on in this book.
As with the prequel, Riley’s character didn’t land as well for me as Cole’s, but overall, the story has a lot of angst and build up between the two that keeps you reading. Even though I didn’t connect with Riley’s character much, I think the character development on the whole was well done, as was the world building.
If you like enemies-to-lovers new adult stories, this will probably be right up your alley.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Naomi McDonaldhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngNaomi McDonald2023-04-08 14:59:032023-04-17 12:26:16Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Naomi McDonald
Riley and her mom are closer than most mothers and daughters. That comes with the territory when you spend your lives on the run from a psychotic and dangerous ex. They’ve made their lives about blending in, getting their mark and getting out before he can pin down their location again. Last time he caught up with them, her dad almost killed her mom. It makes it a lot harder when they return to a place from a year ago and especially when her mom gets a boyfriend and tells her to forget everything she taught her and enjoy her senior year of high school. MUCH easier said than done.
Cole is elite amongst the rich and elite of his peers. He is king of the high school, king of the football field, king of his fights…all the girls want him and all the guys want to be him. But he can’t get his mind off the girl who invaded his life a year ago and left him with an unbearably hot kiss. That kiss was from none other than Riley, when they were in the area a year ago. She looked different then, with her hair dyed dark and her emo garb – and he was drunk at a house party. But she never left his mind.
The first day Riley walks in to school, it starts. The harassment from the elite, Cole seeking her out and being threatening. When his dad, whom he hates, calls and tells him not to worry about the rental house showing movement because he is letting a friend crash there, Cole finds Riley there and immediately wonders how things will be explained.
Before long, they find that they are even less likely to be able to avoid one another at all. They both equally hate and lust for one another, pushing and pulling and stealing moments they can’t resist.
There are a lot of layers to these characters and they play very well off of one another. The story is like dangling a carrot, you can’t stop turning the pages to see what happens next. There is a prequal that shares the experience from a year before book 1, but it isn’t necessary to read to understand this book – it just adds some extra when you see they ways they are all trying to survive. Book 1 ends on a great cliffhanger, cannot wait for book 2!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shea Gilkersonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShea Gilkerson2023-04-07 23:01:172023-04-17 12:18:04Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Shea Gilkerson 4/7/23
Savage Lies is the first book (minus a short prequel) to Riley and Cole’s story. I just finished this book and I am itching to get the rest in the series!! So far the set is so good! In Savage Lies, Riley and her mom, move back to California, again for a fresh start. Her mom swears this time will be different, but Riley’s not convinced. Her mom drags her into a new town, house, and identity that is supposed to keep her safe, but it quickly brings her into the cross hairs of Cole. Him and his band of untouchable academy football elites plan to freeze her out. From day one he puts a huge target on her back. Bully her but no one can touch her. She is his! Her secrets make her a target, but so do his’s. Her mom is determined to become a part of the elite’s family, but if Cole has a say they’ll both be run out of town before his dad can get them settled into their McMansion house. Riley and Cole are facing mutual destruction, but have they met their match? Both hate each other and both are so determined to take each other down. The war has begone and both might get burned!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jaimie Salmon-Colburnhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJaimie Salmon-Colburn2023-04-06 19:21:042023-04-07 11:48:44Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn
Savage Start is a short Prequel that ends with a cliffhanger which continues on with Savage Lies. This isn’t a standalone, but it gives you a little more back story with the characters in Savage Lies. In Savage Start, Riley and Cole are the main characters. Riley and her mother move to a new town in California. They move a lot and are almost always on the run. Her mom says it will be different this time, but it never is. She can’t trust being safe, ever! It doesn’t take her long to get caught stealing at a McMansion party and the guy who catches her not only takes her “souvenir”, but he also steals a kiss! Thrown off balance by his dangerous and sexy kiss, she’s distracted. And she got caught! She NEVER gets caught!! Leaving this town sooner rather than later might be the best. Cole, catching a little thief at his cousins party, is equally caught off guard by the mysterious girl. He was a little drunk, so he doesn’t remember all the details of her features, but he can’t stop thinking about the kiss and what it did to him. He’s never reacted like that before with anyone. When he catches wind of who she is, or more importantly who her mother is, all bets are off. This book is a new adult bully romance prequel about Riley and Cole’s story. I haven’t yet read the last of their story (Savage Truth), but I can’t wait to get my hands on it and all the books to this Hidden Valley Elite series! If you like enemies to lovers romance books this is a great set! I can’t wait to finish it all, but let me tell you that this prequel and the first book were enough to hook me in!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Savage-Truth-Generic.jpg1200781itsybitsybookbitshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngitsybitsybookbits2023-04-06 00:01:372023-05-06 15:25:44❣🌹❤🥀 ❥ COMING SOON ❣🌹❤🥀 ❥ Savage Truth (Hidden Valley Elite Book 2) by Isla Vaughn
This was a great 5 star read. Bully romance is one of my top favorite genres and this author did not disappoint. I was pulled in right from the beginning. My emotions were all over the place, Riley and Cole’s story was nail biting and had my frustration levels high. They both had secrets and their attraction was intense. I loved these two characters, they are both strong, stubborn and will do anything to come out on top. Who will break first? This is definitely for mature readers, there are some scenes that could be triggers for some. And the cliffhanger, ugh….the next book can’t come fast enough. I highly suggest starting with book one so that you can meet all of the characters. This series is one of my top favorites and I CAN’T WAIT until the next book in the series. 1-click and get started today.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Austinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Austin2023-04-04 12:29:152023-04-07 11:24:03Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Michelle Austin
Isla did an amazing job writing this book. I do recommend that you read Savage Start before this book so you know all about the history between Cole and Riley.
Cole is the man at school. He is rich, good-looking, a star athlete, and part of the elite group. Riley is the girl that has never really called on place home for longer than a few months. She is used to being ready to move at the drop of a hat.
Riley comes back to Santa Monica and the history she left behind with Cole. Can the past be forgotten or will he still hold onto that same grudge? Cole is used to getting his way and having people hang on to his every word and listen to him. Riley is not that kind of girl she is not afraid to push back against him.
Is there really a thin line between love and hate? Can you mend something that was broken before it even started? Can you really just get someone out of your system? High school is not easy with all of the emotions that come along with it. Read this book to find out if Cole and Riley can figure out high school relationships. Beware all is fair in love and war.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kiana Corleyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKiana Corley2023-04-03 02:21:572023-04-07 11:12:51Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Kiana Corley
A wonderful book to read. The character development and the storyline were well thought out and executed.
This book is about Cole and Riley. Riley is a girl that is not used to staying in one place for very long. She is used to not getting to know people too well because she knows that she will inevitably leave them sooner rather than later. Cole is the guy that everyone thinks has everything in the world and the best of the best. As well as being a high school athlete his life is not all that it seems to be from the outside looking in.
What happens when the jock meets a stubborn girl. In this story first impressions are important and the impressions that these two made on each other were not great. Enemies from the first talk are definitely how these two started out.
Read this book to find out, what really goes on behind closed doors of the perfect family. What causes a high school girl to have been to more schools and new places than some people move in their lifetime? Can you build trust from something that started with lies and hatred? Read this wonderful book to find out.
Savage Lies is the 2nd book in the Hidden Valley Elite series (It says book 1, but there is a prequel Savage Start, which is worth reading too). I was hooked on this series instantly. Aside from the awkwardness of reading steamy scenes between teenagers, this series is perfect. There is a good mix balance of romance and mystery. Both Riley and Cole are well developed and strong characters. Riley and her mom have a life of baggage and have lived on the run as con=artists for the last 15+ years. Now her mom says they are done and things are different. Riley is having a hard adjustment and is waiting for the other shoe to drop. She has a love hate relationship with her soon to be step brother, literally. The ending was total cliff hanger so on to the next book!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Elizabeth Sanchezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngElizabeth Sanchez2023-04-02 21:05:222023-04-07 11:11:03Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez
Set one year after the prequel savage start, Riley and her mom are back in the same town and though they have different looks the drama remains. Rileys mom is sneaking around and swears up and down this isn’t a con and Riley should settle in and enjoy the school year but she’s obviously skeptical after the running away they’ve done her entire life. The first day of school she runs into Cole again and the sparks are still there but Cole doesn’t make the connection. Their lust burns as hot as their hate and Cole is determined to make Rileys life hell… but little does he know Riley is his match in every way and won’t be taken down without a fight. Red hot enemies to lovers you can feel the palpable feelings between Riley and Cole, but can they get out of their own way and out from behind all the secrets?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Melissahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMelissa2023-04-02 18:54:262023-04-07 11:10:10Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Melissa Saxton
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