Cole and Riley.. fire and ice.. Cole is successfully getting under Riley’s skin and slowly figuring out the secrets in her life. Will their attraction bring them together or push them apart? From the looks of it, the answer is both. These two have had a multitude of trauma in their lives and their parents are not helping.
I cannot wait to find out what happens next – this novel ended on a cliff hanger. I’m sprinting to read the next one in the series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Allyson Whttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAllyson W2023-04-02 09:41:192023-04-07 11:07:22Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Allyson Ware
Bully, Enemy to lovers romance I really enjoyed the sneak peek into Cole and Riley’s life in Savage Start which set the foundation for this book. What an emotional roller coaster. The author builds the tension, angst and highly intense emotions so well. With a mix of scandals, family drama and darkness intermingled with romance and high school. There is still more to come for Riley and Cole in book 2- which I can’t wait to read. Highly recommend.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rayne Easthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRayne East2023-04-02 05:29:352023-04-07 11:06:34Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Rayne East
This is the second book I have read by the talented Isla Vaughn. The first being the prequel to this duet, Savage Start. While not necessary to read it to understand this book it is helpful. Savage Lies picks up one year after the events of the prequel, and while the events of it are mentioned no background is given to give a full understanding of the heat and thus hatred that fuels Riley and Cole. Riley and Cole are both seniors at Hidden Valley Academy in Santa Monica, California. Riley and her mother never hit a place twice and yet for some reason they have returned here of all places. While she looks different this time Riley still remembers everything that happened the first time, including the amazing soul changing kiss with the stranger at the beach party. Cole still dreams of the little thief from the beach party, with the perfect little body that perfectly fit against his. Now a senior Cole has one goal make it through the year and escape his father, at least until he unknowingly meets his same little thief on the first day of school. While Riley recognizes him, he was drunk the first time and thus clueless now, though he feels something familiar about her tugging in the shadows of his memory. After a conversation with his dad its revealed that Riley’s mom is his dad’s new girlfriend. In his mind that means one thing only, she is trouble, and he needs to make sure they are gone quickly. Only they have invaded every part of each other’s minds. With a determination to both have her and destroy her Cole makes it known around their school that Riley is off limits. To Riley he makes if very clear that she already belongs to him so she might as well face it. Riley feels betrayed and abandoned for the first time in her life, her mom has always been her best friend and filled her in on everything but after nearly 18 years she is telling Riley to turn her back on everything she was raised to do and remember and be a normal teenager. To go out for the diving team, to go to parties, have friends, enjoy living her life like a normal girl. Can Riley survive being the target of Cole Savage? Is Riley’s mom really trying to be normal after all this time? What does normal mean to a girl raised like Riley was? I loved the prequel and impatiently waited for the main books to come out and I was not disappointed. Savage Lies continues to build the world of Cole and Riley, giving more insight to their desires, and hatred. The cliffhanger once again had me on the edge of my seat and I can’t wait for the final part of the duet Savage Truth, April 27th, 2023.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ayla Phippshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAyla Phipps2023-04-01 21:59:272023-04-07 11:03:50Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Ayla Phipps
Fantastic first read by this author. I cannot wait for the next book in this series. Well written that you do not want to put the book down. I picked up the book not expecting to finish it in one setting. The hate between the main characters that keeps drawing them back to one another is well done. The enemies-to-lover is great in this dark bully romance. Riley and Cole hate one another, yet the attraction to one another remains. There is angst, tension, drama, bullying, lies, jealousy, and secrets. Once you pick it up you will not want to put it down.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ayla Eddyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAyla Eddy2023-04-01 19:20:352023-04-07 11:00:37Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Ayla Eddy
This book is totally keeping me on the edge of my seat. You know when you are getting close to the end of the book and you realize there is no way everything can be wrapped up in the amount of book left, yep that happened. The tension between Riley and Cole is so thick. They hate each other, but they can’t seem to get past the attraction. Who will be able to discover the truth first about what is really going on?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Collierhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Collier2023-04-01 09:33:422023-04-07 10:53:22Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Michelle Collier
This book was so incredibly well written that once you start the book it will feel like within a bind of an eye it was done. This book is fast paced and keeps you turning pages as quickly as you can. I almost felt like I was skimming the pages with how fast I was devouring the words. The banter between characters adds to the charm this book has. Yes, I said charm; because even though this is a bully romance it does has a warm feeling of charm to it. The push pull dynamic between the characters is spot on and hit all my feels. There is a prequel to this book but you don’t have to read it in order to pick this one up. I would recommend reading it because it does give some background information that you won’t feel is missing if you don’t know about it but would help if you do know about it. This book does leave you wanting more not only because of how amazing it was but because you actually want to know more and what happens. This book read like a dream and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants a fast paced, jammed packed, bully romance; that can be finished in a few hours. Seriously, you will read it that quickly because you wont be able to put it down.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Barbara Bohlshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBarbara Bohls2023-04-01 08:20:402023-04-07 10:51:09Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Barbara Bohls
Though I’m not always one for a darker romance, I was immediately intrigued by the story. There’s a deeper air of intrigue to the way the author has told this story that goes deeper than your typical bully romance. While all the usual elements of a dark romance, this story isn’t lacking in spice and heat from the actual story itself. The chapters are told in alternating perspectives of our main characters and we get a look into their sides of things. Definitely one of the best books I’ve read this year, I’m going to be on the lookout for the sequel!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Gonzalez2023-03-31 18:22:582023-04-07 10:41:20Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Amanda Gonzalez
Savage Lies by Isla Vaughn is the first book in the Hidden Valley Elite series, following the prequel Savage Start. In this story, it picks up where some time has passed since Cole and Damon lost their mother. They blame their father and his inability to be faithful to their mother for her taking her life. But when Cole finds out who his father is seeing and connects the dots to Riley’s mother, he decides to make it his mission to run Riley and her mother off. The tension between Cole and Riley is fierce as they toy with each other and it is so gripping, it was hard to put this book down. I am anticipating diving right into the second book next to see where it goes next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katiehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie2023-03-31 15:51:552023-04-07 10:40:12Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Katie Turner
This is my first book by this author and it was a little on the fast side for me. It was still really good. I like enemies to lovers books and this is one of my new favorite series. I just finished it and enjoyed the characters and the story. I am definitely starting the next book right away.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kristinehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKristine2023-03-31 09:43:332023-04-07 10:37:12Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Kristine Solano-Witucky
What a fantastic enemies-to-lovers, new adult high school bully romance this one was! Isla Vaughn is a new writer for me, and I’m so thrilled that I discovered her.
Cole and Riley come from two completely different worlds. Cole comes from a privileged world, and Riley has been running most of her life with her mother. Now, their two worlds collide when they discover their parents are together. Riley is soon plunged into Cole’s world. She isn’t happy about it, and Cole most certainly isn’t. A kiss they shared in the past makes Cole dislike her even more. He has plans to destroy her and make her and her mother disappear from his life. Too bad he can’t turn his hidden desire for her off though! Riley has those same feelings for him too. Both have secrets they want to stay hidden which makes things even more complicated.
While the book is in the genre of enemies to lovers and a high school bully romance, there is also an air of suspense!!! The angst and chemistry between these two is off the charts which makes for great reading!
This is just the first book in the series, and it’s already so good! It does end in a cliffhanger, and boy what a cliffhanger it is! I know a lot of readers hate cliffhangers, but I love them! I cannot wait for the next book in the series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christie Mitchumhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristie Mitchum2023-03-31 07:32:232023-04-07 10:36:07Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Christie Mitchum
I love a good dark bully romance, and this did not disappoint. Definitely a favorite trope for me, I cannot wait to read more from this series! Cole is a true savage and has plans for Riley, but Riley isn’t so sweet and innocent herself. She knows a thing or two about life and conning someone, will they each meet their match in the other? Possibly, but you should indeed read this to find out!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashlyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshly2023-03-31 00:35:132023-04-07 10:34:11Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Ashly Renner
Savage Lies is the second book in the Hidden Valley Elite series by Isla Vaughn. It is a New Adult (High School) enemies-to-lovers “bully” romance with plenty of angsty drama, family dynamics, darker themes that may be triggers for some readers, emotion, and more. I highly recommend reading the prequel, Savage Start, before starting on this book as the story foundations begin there, as well as character introductions, and other ‘groundwork’ which knowing will help you better understand what happens in this book. As we discovered in the prequel, The ‘Elites’ are the top of the food chain at Hidden Valley Elite high school. They are brothers Cole and Damon and their cousins, twin brothers Phoenix and Shane. They are the football stars of school, and every girls dream- and they know it. It has been a year since the events in ‘Savage Start’, and Riley is back in town and enrolled at Hidden Valley. Soon sparks fly and personalities clash. Things are about to get interesting. But this isn’t a ‘light and fluffy’ read, be warned, the author takes a bit of a darker turn here which may be challenging for some. I am glad this book was ‘meatier’ than the prequel, as I was able to really immerse in the story and begin to invest in the character/s and developments- which I hadn’t been able to do in the prequel. I am so ready for the next instalment. Cole and Riley’s story started in the prequel and resumes here, concluding in “Savage Truth” (Book #2). Each of the elites are set to get their own book/s as well, making for a longer series to sink our teeth into. Bring it on! Happy Reading…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2023-03-30 22:35:032023-04-07 10:33:57Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book #1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Angela Hayes
LOVE THIS BOOK SO MUCH! I read the short prequel to this and I’ve been waiting to read this one and I never wanted it to end. Cole is 🥵 and I LOVE Riley. The push and pull/cat and mouse game they’re playing with each other, has me on edge. It’s a good thing though because I love the angst! They “hate” each other for many reasons but they can’t deny the physical attraction they have for one another. Cole has family problems and so does Riley. Can Cole get over how he’s feeling? Can Riley? If you want a book with drama and angst, read this! If you want a GREAT enemies to lovers book…READ. THIS. I promise you, you won’t regret it. This is such a great read I’ll definitely be re reading it in the near future. It’s one of my favorites! And I need more! It can’t end like that! 😭 I know this series is going to be 8 books…and knowing I have to wait till the end of the year to know how it ends is going to be torture!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Sugarhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Sugar2023-03-30 20:45:462023-04-07 10:33:35Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Ashley Sugar
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/68042074-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/1672932790l/68042074._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/68042074-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/5452061136″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> Moving to a new place isn’t easy, especially when it means moving into a new home with people you don’t even know. Riley’s life got turned upside down when her mother moved them in with her boyfriend and his two boys. She shared a steamy kiss with Cole once and then ran the other way never thinking she’d see him again. Cole is battling the hatred building inside that he has for his father. While their chemistry is off the charts he still doesn’t want to let her in. How will they cope with living together? The story is good, the characters have great development and the author did a great job in keeping me, the reader, interested. I’m looking forward to how this story progresses in the next book. <br/><br/> <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/106111308-charlisa-wahtomy-alba”>View all my reviews</a>
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlisa Wahtomy-Albahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlisa Wahtomy-Alba2023-03-30 20:19:562023-04-07 10:33:29Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba
Constantly on the run, Riley has never known stability, save for her mom and uncle, but never staying in one place comes with its advantages and disadvantages. One of the latter being she’s never had a crush or been able to do what she really loves. All of that changes when her mom moves her to California with no knowledge of what scam they’re going to run. Only cryptic messages about staying and promises that things will be different, they’re different in the fact that she can’t get Cole Savage out of her mind or out of her bubble of loneliness and off of her lips. The only problem with one of the Elite wanting you? Is the fact that he also wants to destroy her, left with no other choice she refuses to cower and run, but when a bomb is dropped on both of them, they decide to up the stakes, get away from each other and never talk again. But can they survive that long with the passion building between them all because of a kiss?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shania Webbhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShania Webb2023-03-30 20:12:282023-04-07 10:33:13Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Shania Webb
Savage Lies is Book 1 of the Hidden Valley Elite series and this book…I am totally all in! I highly recommend reading Savage Start which is the prequel and the start of Cole and Riley’s story.
Cole is part of the Elite 4 that pretty much run Hidden Valley… star football player, handsome and can get any girl….but what he cannot get out of his mind is his kiss with a mysterious girl. The girl is Riley. When Riley comes back into town and starts again at a new school, the same school that Cole and his Elite boys go to, Riley tries just to keep her heads down and get through school on a daily basis. Never count Riley out, she is a bit cunning and has no problem standing up for herself. When Riley takes Cole on…..then it is no holds bar….Cole knowing that Riley off limits to everyone else…yet wants her… but also tries to put her through hell and back. Cole believes Riley is up to something….especially mixing in Riley’s mother as well.
Does Cole succeed in freezing out Riley and th entire school or does Riley get the best of Cole in end?
This is a definite enemy to lovers high school bull romance and I love this story so much. The banter, secrets, lies, love to hate, sizzle and wit between Riley and Cole..wow……..I am so looking forward to Book 2 to see what happens next since there is a cliffhanger.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorralei Hoernerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorralei Hoerner2023-03-30 19:43:032023-04-07 10:32:46Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Lorralei Hoerner
This was a really good read! This book picks up a year after the prequel novella and starts basically right where it left off. The sexual tension was insane (even though there was a scene that made me slightly uncomfortable considering Riley was 17 during the scene) and it was just well written to me. This is a bully romance, so besides tension there’s a very scenes that may be pushing boundaries if that isn’t your thing. This book did end on a pretty big cliffhanger. Overall I enjoyed this book and I can’t wait to read the next one!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rachel Mosshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRachel Moss2023-03-30 19:34:542023-04-07 10:32:27Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Rachel Moss
This is the first book in the Hidden Valley Elite series and I have been so excited to read it. After reading the prequel Savage Start and meeting Cole and Riley I couldn’t wait to see how their story continued and boy I wasn’t disappointed. The fire and what they believe is hatred between them is off the charts. I don’t think I’ve ever read about a couple with such hate towards one another. However it is easy to see that the hate is just a mask that both wear to protect themselves. Both Riley and Cole have had traumas in their pasts which have shaped the way they are today. Cole who lost his mum has laid all the blame at his dad’s feet, and Riley and her mum are always on the run trying to escape Rileys dad. When they meet get both of their worlds get blown apart when Rileys mum and Coles dad become a couple. Now full of mixed emotions, desire, hate, feelings of being unsafe and vulnerable, Cole’s hate towards his father, they have to try to coexist under the same roof and at the same school. But how long can they both keep pretending? And what happens if the truth comes out?
This is an amazing read filled with pain and revenge but also hope and passion. I definately recommend reading Savage Start first so that you get the complete backstory to out characters and I can’t wait to see where the author is going to take us next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2023-03-30 16:58:262023-04-07 10:31:44Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Kerry Carr
Beware: This book contains mature content that some readers may find disturbing. 4.5 stars Coming hot off the heels of the prequel Savage Start is the first Book in the Hidden Valley Elite series is Savage Lies. Thankfully this book is 201ish pages so we can get our teeth into this story unlike the prequel which was only 55 pages. Having said that make sure you read the prequel first. This is an enemies-to-lovers, new adult, sports high school bully romance. This is dark and scandalous. Some of my favourite things. Being a high school romance, it is full of angst and drama, dark lies and secrets, jealousy and bullying. It is as intriguing as it is intense, and the fury and hatred is palpable. She thought a new place would hide her truth and secrets but, in a world, where the Elite exists nothing could be farther than the truth. She has made a deadly enemy but she may have lost a battle, but she will not lose the war. He is one of the deadly Elite, the Academy’s football stars, privileged boys who rule on and off the ground. Those who play to win and anyone who stands in their way is taken down. They are playing a dangerous game where lies and lives are at stake. She is now on his radar and revenge is sweet. There are characters you will love to hate and others you will hate to love and others you just want to reduce to ashes. It does end in a cliff-hanger. I can’t wait for Savage Truth. Who will win this war?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2023-03-30 16:25:512023-04-07 10:31:37Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Jenni Bishop
This book isn’t my first in this series, as I read the prequel – Savage Start. I loved this follow up. However, this one is not a standalone. I wouldn’t say that you need to read the prequel, but know that this book does not end with any resolution. Rather, it definitely is going to be continued with the second book. This book is the perfect balance of chemistry and animosity. Cole and Riley are such complex characters and their story only continues to get so much more complex. I definitely cannot wait for the next book. I definitely recommend it as it is going to be a beginning piece in an absolutely amazing series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christinehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristine2023-03-30 16:25:002023-04-07 10:31:20Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Christine Baranek
I can’t wait for the next book to come out! I’m hooked on this series! I read the prequel and now that I have read Savage Lies. I’m so happy! My only issue is it ended so quickly, I need the next book. I want to finish this story! These two characters are amazing. I love how the author has written the animosity as well as chemistry between them. Cole and Riley, what is there to say. There’s so much hate between them. But they can’t stay away from one another. Riley feels Cole is a rich spoiled kid, when in reality Cole has other motives for his hate. Unfortunately for Riley he’s taking it out on her. Cole wants to break her, but she’s stronger than he realizes. He doesn’t know what she came from, but he wants her gone. Especially since she’s now living in his house. Their story doesn’t end in this book, but it does have you on the edge of your seat wanting to know what’s next. What will happen between them? This is the beginning of a series I look forward to reading in its entirety. Two sets of brothers that are cousins, each being coupled into two books as the focus. What else could you ask for? Who else wants to jump on this wagon with me? I guarantee if you like enemies to lovers romances trust me when I say this series is perfect, but they have to be read together. No standalones here.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Beverly Place-Finniehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBeverly Place-Finnie2023-03-30 16:05:542023-04-07 10:31:13Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Beverly Finnie
After reading the prequel story I could not wait to start this book. I wanted to read more about these characters and see how their story would develop. This style book is one of my favourites and I think this author does an amazing job with this one. I was hooked from the moment I started reading and I became absorbed with the characters. They have such a strong connection that could be felt in every interaction. This author has a really strong writing style that draws in the reader and it is one that I really enjoy. I really loved reading this book and I cannot wait to read more by this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2023-03-30 15:44:352023-04-07 10:30:23Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Kerry Baker
I was so excited about this one after reading Savage Start. The tension between Cole and Riley builds throughout this book as Cole’s anger toward his father increases. This started a little slow for me and didn’t pick up until about 1/3 of the way through, but once it did I was unable to put it down till I was finished. I will be anxiously awaiting the next book in this series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Trista Martinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTrista Martin2023-03-30 12:46:062023-04-07 10:29:54Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Trista Priest
This was a fast-paced read, and the characters are well-written. While I admit, Cole was very irritating to me, I understand his reasons for not wanting his father to find happiness; his treatment towards Riley goes beyond the pale. Riley, is truly a fish-out of water in this new life her mother has put her in. While she is treading water, she must remain strong, especially when it comes to Cole and his minions. I am looking forward to more of their story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Diane Sennetthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDiane Sennett2023-03-30 10:23:092023-04-07 10:28:18Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Diane Sennett
This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites for sure. I enjoy this author’s writing style as well as their attention to details that make them realistic. This one is no different. This is the first book in this series and what a great start it is. I found this book to be well written and hard to put down. A story that had me coming back for more and characters that pop off the pages. They are connectable and bring life to the story. They added so much to the story and made it easy to read. They bring emotions to a new level as well as secrets and danger. There is great growth of the plot which added to the entertainment of the story. I really enjoyed this book and I highly recommend it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2023-03-30 08:54:512023-04-07 10:26:35Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Bobbi Wagner
I can’t get enough! Riley and cole both have skeletons and what makes the story so angsty and frustrating is the lack of communication. But I can understand not wanting to divulge your deepest darkest secrets to someone you don’t even know or can’t trust. The chemistry between Riley and Cole is off the charts. It’s nice to see that although cole wants to ice her out, he doesn’t want her hurt, that shows he does have a heart and feelings towards her. I can’t wait for the next book and to see what becomes of Riley and Cole and their relationship, as well as what kind of man her father is to instill this fear her and her mother have.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carrie Reedhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarrie Reed2023-03-30 07:40:482023-03-30 07:40:48Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Carrie Reed
Cole and Riley.. fire and ice.. Cole is successfully getting under Riley’s skin and slowly figuring out the secrets in her life. Will their attraction bring them together or push them apart? From the looks of it, the answer is both. These two have had a multitude of trauma in their lives and their parents are not helping.
I cannot wait to find out what happens next – this novel ended on a cliff hanger. I’m sprinting to read the next one in the series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Allyson Whttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAllyson W2023-03-30 05:49:032023-04-07 10:25:00Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Allyson Ware
Oh my, Riley and Cole meet again. I must say, he has some set of cojones to act like that. Big bully that needs his butt set straight. I enjoyed getting to read more of their story. Getting some more background into where Riley came from helped set the tone and the mood. Cole’s need for revenge is setting up some bad stuff down the pipeline and I can’t wait for book 3 to see what happens. This installment of the series will have you right on the edge because it is intriguing, exciting and drama filled. The elite 4 and their ”witches” create problems. The characters are so well done. If this were on TV, I’d be glued. I’m glad it’s not, the picture in my head is so much more. I couldn’t put it down. The nightmare Riley had gave me a nightmare, so I’ll give a trigger warning DV. But this a must read romance that will pull you in and not let you out. The story is believable and relatable. These characters could be kids from your town. The drama, well, let’s just say that we’ve all been there. A must read. Definitely a series on my Best for 2023.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2023-03-30 05:29:502023-04-07 10:24:22Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Shelly Kittell
I loved Savage Lies. There’s so much about this book that’s addicting. I was waiting for this book after the prequel and was so happy when it came out. I absolutely love Cole and Riley. They are both such strong characters but there both find themselves getting somewhat attached even if they don’t want to admit it to themselves because they hate eachother. I totally understand how Cole is so against the thought of Raelyn. I love the friendship Riley is finally able to form with someone and Cassie is perfect for her. Cannot wait to see what Savage Truth has In store.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Mulveyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Mulvey2023-03-30 04:18:522023-04-07 10:23:59Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Michelle Mulvey
Moving to a new town and taking on a new identity was supposed to keep me safe. News flash, it didn’t. Instead, it put me right into the most dangerous place imaginable. Cole Savage’s line of sight.
Stupid, perfect, and one of four members of the untouchable elite. They’re the Academy’s football stars, gods among their peers. And from the first day of school, he put a target on my back. All because of one stupid kiss.
My secrets are dark and dangerous. But based on the fury that drives Cole to ruin me, so are his. We’re both facing destruction, and he’s determined not to let me win.
He doesn’t know it, but he’s met his match. I’ll use his hate, and I’ll teach him that it burns as hot as his lust. And if he wants a war, I’ll give him one.
Isla Vaughn is the author of the Hidden Valley Elite series. Her romance books are full of complex characters, strong alpha males, and the fierce women who bring them to their knees. When not writing, she can be found daydreaming about owning a beach house, reading, or drinking too much coffee. You can find her atwww.IslaVaughnAuthor.com
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