review: scorch (the order #4) by nikki rae

Title: Scorch ( The Order #4)

Author: Nikki Rae

Genre: Romance, Contemporary, Dark, BDSM

Publication date: 29 October 2019

Ebook: 225 pages

My Rating: ★★★★★

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BLURB:

With failure after failure, Fawn finally thinks she has a way to escape the Order and make them pay for what they’ve done. Betrayal is a poison—and poison spreads. Elliot’s rising paranoia makes him almost unrecognizable, forcing Marius into the position of Owner. Her bond with both begins to grow and change beyond the roots Elliot planted in her. Between Marius’ kindness and Master Lyon’s cruelty, Fawn is torn in too many directions while the Vultures lie in wait, prepared to strike while evading a new Mainworld organization intent on taking them down
Fawn has earned her place in House Chimera, and she will fight for her family no matter the cost.
Even if that means the Wolves devour her in the end.

MY REVIEW

The fourth installment of The Order Series, Scorch continues from where Chrysalis left off. Focused on character development and the interactions between the protagonists this book bleeds raw emotion and yet again I felt enthralled by the dark atmosphere that Nikki Rae created.

“At the age of nine, my eyes had been opened. If I wanted to survive now, I needed to close them again.”

Fawn has become such a strong heroine. I love how her character arc evolved. She is resilient and headstrong and determined to do anything for her loved ones, even if it means sacrificing herself for their safety. The relationship between her and Marius deepens, even more, they have a special connection and he always seems to be by her side in the most vulnerable moments. All the tenderness and care he shows towards Fawn, and their scenes together were utterly heartwarming.

“I like scars. They remind us of where we’ve been. What we’ve lived through. But we don’t have to relive it all the time.”

On the other hand, my heart broke for Elliot. I understood his actions and why he was being overly protective of Fawn after discovering a bit more of his past. But despite all the lies and deceive, their bond is still strong and the love they share seems timeless.

“He was the one who had accepted the role as my Owner, and that meant he knew what was best, always. Even when he was wrong.”

The plotline was gripping, keeping me on pins and needles until the last page. I felt the tension between Fawn and Elliot grow with every chapter and I anticipated a twist of events but it still shocked me when it happened. And that cliffhanger!? It made my head spin, and I have no idea how things will turn out in the end.

I am absolutely hooked on this story, it has me twisted in all the best ways, and I’m eager for more. If you like dark romances then I strongly recommend reading this series.

“I hoped our love could withstand the storm I was about to unleash upon our House.”

*** Arc was provided by the author in exchange for an honest review***