Title: The Rivalry
Author: Nikki Sloane
First published November 21, 2017
ebook
ISBN: 9781537830223
Rating: 3.98
Overview
Fans of thrilling mysteries like One of Us Is Lying and Agatha Christie classics will be on the edge of their seats with All Your Twisted Secrets. This suspenseful debut follows six high school students as they attend a scholarship dinner, only to find themselves locked in a room with a bomb, a syringe filled with poison, and a chilling ultimatum: choose someone to die within the hour, or everyone will perish.
With no idea how they’re connected or who could want them dead, Amber Prescott and her classmates must uncover the truth about their captor and each other before time runs out. As secrets are revealed and tensions rise, the ultimate question remains: who will they pick to die?
Get ready for a heart-pumping ride with All Your Twisted Secrets.
Editoral Review
Nikki Sloane’s The Rivalry is a gripping novel that keeps readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page. Sloane’s expertise in the erotic romance genre is evident throughout the book, and readers will be captivated by her ability to intertwine the romantic and suspenseful elements of the plot.
The novel revolves around the intense rivalry between two successful businessmen, Keaton Bridge and Maverick Monroe. The two men were once friends and business partners until a falling out tore them apart, leading to an intense competition for supremacy in the real estate industry.
The arrival of Sloan, a beautiful and driven woman, sparks further tension as both men vie for her affection. Sloane’s characters are complex and well-developed, and readers will be drawn to each of them in different ways.
Keaton is the charismatic, ruthless businessman with a heart of gold, while Maverick is the brooding, mysterious outsider whose secrets threaten to tear him apart. Sloan is the ambitious and independent woman caught in the middle and determined to succeed despite the obstacles in her way.
The pacing of the plot is superb, with Sloane keeping the tension high throughout the book. The sex scenes are steamy and well-written, adding depth and passion to the love triangle between the three main characters.
While the novel may not be historically or culturally significant, it does provide a fascinating look into the world of high-stakes business and the lengths people will go to come out on top. The themes of rivalry, betrayal, and redemption are universal and will resonate with readers across various backgrounds and experiences.
The only criticism of the novel is that some of the plot twists are predictable, but Sloane’s writing style and character development more than make up for any shortcomings in the plot structure. Overall, The Rivalry is a must-read for fans of erotic romance and suspenseful thrillers.
Sloane’s writing is top-notch, and the book is a testament to her expertise in the genre. The Washington Post gives The Rivalry a solid four out of five stars and recommends it to anyone looking for a thrilling and sensual read.
