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Once upon a time, I fell in love with a prince and my dreams went as far as the stars. I had my whole life in front of me. But my life wasn't meant to be a fairy tale. Everything I knew was taken away in a flash.

Broken.
Lost.
Abandoned.
Beaten.

Ten years of pain. Ten years of torture. I lost everything, and even though I'm finally free, I don't know how to keep breathing in a city that has no stars.

I don't want to give up on my past. I just need something to hold on to. Anything. And the only one that could possibly understand is someone who knows what it's like to hide in the shadows. Someone else who knows what it's like to live behind a mask.

The only thing I know for sure is that someone in this city is watching me. And I just hope to God it isn't my past catching up to me.

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Dark Romance, Mafia, Childhood Sweethearts, Masked Hero, Will Make You Cry


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"A twisty, page-turning thriller that offers equal doses of romance and suspense. An intriguing, compulsively readable start to an exciting new series." - Kirkus Reviews

"This was a riveting fast read! Ivy Smoak excels at the plot twist and having shocking moments you did not see coming!" - Debra from Open Book Post blog

"Like I've said in all my reviews, I always read Ivy's books with so much expectation because she has never disappointed me in any of her novels. I think what makes this book really amazing is that you can tell how affected Summer was by the abuse by her little cringes and reactions to touch. [...] really pulls at your heart strings." - Jia Ming from Unfathomable Reads blog

"A brilliant and emotionally dark story." - Jennifer from Goodreads

"Wow! Just Wow! This is a must read. Ivy has outdone herself this time!" - Tasha from Goodreads

"My heart is about to beat out of my chest! So good!" - Jen from Goodreads

"Brilliant! Suspenseful! Be prepared to cuddle up with a cup of coffee & get involved in Summer Brooks' life." - Tena from Amazon

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Ivy Smoak is the international bestselling author of The Hunted series. When she's not writing, you can find her binge watching too many TV shows, taking long walks, playing outside, and generally refusing to act like an adult. She lives with her husband in Delaware.

Reading Order:

Empire High series:
-Empire High Untouchables (#1)
-Empire High Elite (#2)
-Empire High Betrayal (#3) - NEW RELEASE!
-Empire High Matchmaker (#4) - Coming May 20th

The Hunted series:
-Temptation (#1)
-Addiction (#2)
-Eruption (#3)
-Devotion (#4)

The Light to My Darkness series (James & Penny's story continued):
-The Light to My Darkness (#1)
-A Whirlwind of Color (#2)
-This is Love (#3)

Men of Manhattan series (The Hunted series spinoff series):
-City of Sin (#1)
-Third Chances (#2)
-Missing Pieces (#3)

Made of Steel series:
-Made of Steel (#1)
-Forged in Flames (#2)
-Carved in Ice (#3)

Sweet Cravings series:
-Playing a Player (#1)
-Those Summer Nights (#2)
-Going for Gold (#3)

Secrets of Suburbia series:
-The Truth in My Lies (#1)
-Sweet Like a Psycho (#2)

Fantasy Novels:
-The Ruin of House Hornbolt
-Sea of Stars

Standalone Novellas:
-Best Year Ever
-A Christmas Wish
-James the Christmas Grouch

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B06XH29X7V
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Loft Troll Ink (March 13, 2017)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 13, 2017
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 2425 KB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 319 pages

Best Sellers Rank: #68,001 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #2,468 in New Adult & College Romance (Kindle Store)
- #4,461 in Romantic Suspense (Books)
- #6,420 in Romantic Suspense (Kindle Store)

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Ivy Smoak is the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Amazon #1 bestselling author of The Hunted Series. Her books have sold over 4 million copies worldwide.

When she's not writing, you can find Ivy binge watching too many TV shows, taking long walks, playing outside, and generally refusing to act like an adult. She lives with her husband in Delaware.

It’s been a wild ride to chase her dreams...

“I believe anything is possible if you’re tenacious and not willing to let go of your dreams. I still pinch myself knowing how far I’ve come after all the nos I received early on. I found a love for reading in elementary school. I was in the lowest reading class and I was determined to work my way up to the highest. So one summer, I read and read and read some more. And I never stopped. I fell in love with stories. But even though I did work my way up into the highest reading class, I never would have dreamed to be on the other side of the stories I loved so much.

I always wished I could become an author. I just never thought it was possible. But in college, I decided to chase my dream. I wrote my first novel junior year and was…denied by dozens of literary agents. I could have stopped right there. I was basically told it was a pipe dream. That there was no room for my voice in the literary world. But I really hate being told no. So I didn’t let that stop me.

I wrote another book. One I thought was much better than the one I originally submitted to agents. And instead of even approaching literary agents this time, I decided to publish it on my own. I sold maybe 20 copies of that first self-published book. The market basically told me…no.

But the third time’s a charm. With the popularity of Fifty Shades of Grey, my fiancé (now husband) Ryan Hauge encouraged me to read it. He was convinced that this genre was going to be the perfect fit for me. That the reason my first two books didn’t work was because I hadn’t found my niche. And I felt it. This was it. I was meant to be an author. And I was meant to write romance. I started writing right away. And I’ve never looked back.

The response from readers was overwhelming. I was constantly being told how different my romance novels are from what people usually read. How I didn’t follow the normal romance formula of happily-ever-afters. That my books were real, and raw, and riveting. They’re a rollercoaster of emotions, which makes sense. Because when I write, my emotions are all over the place. One minute I’m laughing with my characters, and the next scene I’m sobbing like a baby. I always say…if my books don’t make you cry, then I haven’t done my job!

The best compliment I get, though, is when people tell me that they hated reading until they picked up one of my books. So you know what? I just changed my mind. Making readers cry is important, but sharing the joy of reading is even more important. I want my books to be for adults what Harry Potter was for children. I want to get everyone to love reading again!

In 2019, Ryan and I made the crazy decision to both go full-time working on the business. We took the leap together as a team. And as soon as it was our sole focus…it exploded.

My first romance novel, Temptation (The Hunted series book 1), hit #51 on Amazon’s Best Sellers of 2020 in Kindle eBooks. It currently sits at #6 on this year’s list. It was also featured on Southern Livings most popular romance novels of 2020 at #9 – the only book on the list that was neither a new release or a TV show or movie.

And the best part – we’ve grown this amazing group of thousands of readers that come to discuss their love for my books in my Facebook Group – the Ivy Smoaksters. It’s the most supportive, uplifting community of readers. We always say…positive vibes only. The best part about all of this is being able to connect with readers in such a unique way.

I never gave up. I never let anyone tell me no. And now I’ve sold more than a million copies worldwide, exclusively through self-publishing. I don’t plan on stopping anytime soon. Because there are still so many fun milestones to hit.

I’m entirely self-published, and I love the control that gives me over my stories. But I still believe that a dream partnership with a publisher is out there. One who understands my vision and loves my characters as much as I do. We’ll find each other soon, I just know it.

And then there’s my ultimate goal - to see my stories come to life as a TV show. And it’s going to happen. Because let’s be honest…everyone wants to see that steamy, wild office scene from Temptation on the big screen. And I never take no for an answer.”

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LOVED!!

Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2020

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Summer Brooks had a relatively happy existence with her family and her next-door neighbor and best friend, Miles. The two of them were inseparable. A love for the ages that even at a young ages that summer and miles were didn’t change their bond or meaning. Then a fateful night changed everything and she had to move away.

Over the years, Summer suffered horrible things, that brought her to her new self (Sadie). This new identity and appearance helped to separate her from the horrific people from her past. Now a college student she is meeting new people, but still has to look over her shoulder and remain cautious. Then she runs into Miles on her dorm floor. But does he recognize her? She doesn’t let him close enough to build back their old relationship.

Then there is the fact that there is a vigilante within the Cory fighting crime and protecting Sadie. Sadie feels a connection to “V” and feels safe for the first time in a while. All the characters seem genuine, but are they? This read kept the readers on the edge of their seats wondering who was who they really said they are and if they are truly on Sadie/Summers side?

This book was awesome. As were the rest of the series. It was a must turn the page read no matter how long you have been in one position, and keep going until you get to the end type of series. It is exciting, sad, heart wrenching, filled with longing and romance, mysterious, and keeps you continually guessing about what will happen next.

I loved the book and series! Ivy Smoak really kept my interest from page one until the very end. Although there is a cliffhanger, it only evokes more thrill of the plot line and keeps the reader engaged. As opposed to some books that through a cliffhanger in just to keep you plugged into buying more books. This was brilliantly placed and help facilitate the story line

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Dramagirl1

Wow, just so many thoughts and emotions

Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2020

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WOW! I don’t really know how I feel about this book. It made me feel so many emotions I guess you could call that a win for Ivy Smoak. I was mad, hurt, sad, happy, hopeful, joyful. It was a rough ride. Roughest of all is that it’s a cliffhanger and you basically have no idea what’s going on. Thank god the next book is out because as soon as I finish this review I’m reading it. So if you’re wondering if you should pick up this book and you love single books with a HEA this isn’t for you. Like I said, no clue what is going on.

Story wise the lack of understanding of the entire situation really hooks you. You keep reading to see what will happen, how things will turn out, who the F ARE these people???

I am pretty frustrated with the actual romance/love story. I want her to be with Miles! They belong together! I was so made that Eli was making her fall for him in the beginning. I don’t like people with indecisive love though it’s probably realistic. I felt like she was being untrue to him. And let me just say, if V and Miles aren’t the same person I’m going to flip the F out! Fair warning Ivy!

The fact that Miles doesn’t know who she is or at the very least is pretending not to know is making me crazy. I really needed duel POVs in this book (granted I know that would ruin things if he IS V, but I need to see Miles perspective on all of this.

Sufficient to say this book has me in a tizzy. I’m an Ivy Smoak fan and this gets 4/5 stars from me it would have gotten 5 if she hadn’t had so many feelings for Eli, duel POV, and if she just would have revealed Miles and V are the same person to at least the reader (they better be!).

I’m off to continue the next book in this series and it better not disappoint!

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Great book

Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2024

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A book about a girl who falls in love with her neighbor. But her parents die and she goes to the foster system only to be abused. Testifies her abuser and now has to start a new life as someone else. But what happens when your past is staring u in the face.

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Cathyhannahrblack

Wow...OMG

Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2022

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This story had me so emotional. This story of Summer Brooks aka as Sadie Davis. It was so poignantly written from the beginning giving the back story of how she got to be where she is. Her parents killed in a car accident when she was small and who knows what happened to her grandmother and then she somehow is placed in foster homes. Then there is Miles her next-door neighbor who is two years older than her. When the story opens, they are star gazing together in his tree house and she feels like she is in her happy place watching the stars and lying next to her best friend. The accident happens that night and she ends up going to live with her grandmother. This story has a cliffhanger but since I am late to the party, I was able to get the complete series, so I am doing this review so I can discover who V is, what really happened to Summer while she was in foster care and why her and Miles stopped writing one another or did they and who her roommate and her boyfriend Levi is. This is intriguing, suspenseful and full of twists and turns. It will keep you wondering what is and who is who in this story. I would highly recommend this series.

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Riveting, intoxicating

Reviewed in Canada on October 28, 2020

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I fell in love with the main Character Summer aka Sadie because she was relatable. The characters was well developed. The story had no shortage of suspense action and mystery. I was at the edge of my seat until the very end.I would have like the author to turn up the heat just a notch. Can't wait the read the second book on this series. A must read.

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A book that sucks you in completely

Reviewed in India on February 21, 2022

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This book gave me quite a hefty dose of reality. It's not a bad thing. But if someone is looking to read this as an escape from the ugly, real world we live in....well, this one is not for them.

As a rule, I don't read books with abuse, violence and victimized women. Too many nightmares. To be honest, the blurb gave me a completely different feel about the book. What I read could not be more different than what I envisioned. And I must confess, I would not have read the book if I had known beforehand about the triggers here.

Now though, after finishing book 1, I am completely invested. Even though I didn't expect this book, I am totally engrossed in it. I don't exactly love it because nothing has happened yet that makes me fall in love. It's all suspense, mystery, mental games and betrayal. So, one disaster after another. But I liked it & I absolutely cannot help turning the pages. I simply have to know what happens next.

P. S. - I think the vigilante is Miles though 🤔

Sibila I Mello

Excelente!

Reviewed in Brazil on September 24, 2020

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Um romance maravilhoso, personagens cativantes, intrigas, drama... tudo isso junto num equilíbrio harmonioso... Indo rapidamente pra continuação em 3... 2... 1...

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Alabama

Twists and turns

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 13, 2021

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This book was not what I was expecting, in a seriously good way. I got this book thinking it was gonna be a second chance romance. What I got instead was a who done it suspence, mystery. This book is so good at keeping you wondering and leaves you wanting to get the next installment straight away!

It starts with Summer being 8 year old and in love with a Miles a 10 year old boy who lives on her street. They have a beautiful friendship and you just know they are meant to be together. However, after a tragedy they are separated, they write to each other every week, it is so sweet and moving how pure they are with each other. Until one day Miles stops writing, this is when Summer needs him the most.

The story jumps to an 18 old Summer, who is now called Sadie, as she has been placed in witness protection after she has been nearly killed by the person she was fostered to for 5 years. She is sent to New York to start college. On her first day she meets her, roommate Kins, a guy called Eli and his friend Patrick. Kins and Patrick start dating and she starts dating Eli and then she finds out that Miles is her dorm RA!!!! Although, Miles thinks she is Summer at first, Sadie convinced him she wasn't - her hair and eyes (contacts) were a different colour.

She is still hurting from him abandoning her when she needed him the most. This is where the story gets really interesting, Sadie is struggling with her new relationship with Eli, she thinks she is being followed, and her witness protection contact isn't answering her calls, the last contact she had with him was when he told her, her attacker has made bail. So now Sadie is terrified. I don't want to spoil this story for anyone, so I won't got into the details. But I will say it had me on the edge of my seat, questioning who were her friends, who where the baddies, and don't even start me on the Vigilante!!!! What to know more about him, mmm, guess you have to read the book! 😉 There are some great twists in this story and it is told through Sadie's point of view, her terror, her struggle to be strong again and her paranoia. It's written so well, you can't help but want her to be whole again, you are rooting for her. The side characters are complex and deep. Over all a great read, if you like romance, suspence mixed with a who done it, I highly recommend this book!

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