ROMANTIC DYSTOPIA FOR MATURE YA READERS YOUNG NA READERS
In post-apocalyptic North America, rape and sexual slavery are legal. Lila Velez, desperately wants to lose her virginity before the troops visit her town, and can take it away by force. She makes plans to seduce her only friend, Rey, the most attractive man in her town. Lila does not love him, but he is the only man who has shown her true affection, an affection she is willing to take as a substitute of love.
Lila’s coping mechanism to her mother’s violent attack is her secret. A secret that will bring her closer to Aleksey Fürst, a foreign, broody man that she distrusts because his links to the troops and his rough, yet irresistible appearance. He offers Lila an alternative to her plans, a possibility that terrifies her…and tempts her in spite of herself.
All the while Lila will have to find a way to live in the constant company of death, slavery, starvation, sexual abuse and the danger of losing the people she loves the most.
Due to strong language, violent scenes and sexual content, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18.
I get up and rush toward the door. I don’t get to take two strides before my back slams harshly against a hard surface. His palms are pressed against the wall, and somehow my head ends up enclosed between them. Looking furious, he kneels on one knee erasing our height difference. We’re face to face now.
“Lila.”
The hoarse sound of his voice makes me shudder. Nobody’s ever said my name like that, with that breathy, lustful quality. I don’t want to admit that I love the way my name sounds on his lips.
Please say my name again.
My mind reels into a hazy state. Right now, the sedatives aren’t letting me think clearly. All I want is to hear him say my name.
I try to escape, but I find myself caged up in the prison of his strong arms. Eager anticipation courses through me. Something is about to happen. I want it to happen, but Gary’s voice replays in my mind. He’s a soldier and a rapist. Gary lied about everything that day. I’ll believe he was lying about him, as well.
“Let’s start your training.” Gary’s voice evaporates completely from my mind. The way his breath caresses my face sends bolts of electricity all over my body.
I’m trembling. “I … uh … swords training?”
A coy smile appears on his face, and I realize what kind of training he’s referring to. I shiver.
“Don’t be nervous.”
“I’m not nerv—” I gasp when he puts his hands to both of my hips and roughly presses them against his hardness. Rubbing. Grinding.
The sensations threat to overwhelm me. I shove at his chest, trying to put distance. “Let me go.”
He ignores me.
I try to use one of my self-defense moves, but he dodges easily and traps my wrists firmly with one enormous hand. I use all my strength to try to free myself and I can’t.
His voice caresses my ear. It makes my skin ripple up in goosebumps. “Breathe, Miss Velez. Inhale,” he inhales against my neck greedily. “Exhale.” He blows his cool breath in my ear. “Even an aroused little girl like you can do that.”
A mixture of desire and anger makes my body tremble. Is he mocking me? I insult him with every swear word I can remember and push him. Does he really want me or is he just playing games?
I shiver when he nips the lobe of my ear gently. He sucks, nibbles, and pulls. I try to conceal my enjoyment, but my traitorous body squirms under his touch. He is smirking against my neck. He knows what’s he’s doing to me, and he’s enjoying it.
His tongue trails from the hollow of my throat to the side of my neck. Aleksey is acting as though he knows he’ll get what he wants and is taking his time to savor his prey.
He places soft kisses all over my collarbone, my jaw, neck. When he nibbles my sensitive flesh softly, I realize I’m panting. The nibbling becomes harsh. He doesn’t care if I end up marked. I don’t want to admit that I love his animal touch and the way it makes electric currents sweep through me.
I am obsessed with books that present damaged characters, swoon worthy guys, controversial topics and happy endings.
Billy Mar says
It wil be one of my summer books.
kim thorne says
can the winners choose for the amazon gift card the one for the amazon.ca site the shipping is cheaper for the amazon.ca site than for the amazon.com site if live in canada.
Mya Robarts says
Amazon doesn’t allow US buyers to make purchases in Amazon.ca.
jodi marinich says
congrats on the release
francechua says
Read one of the reviews on amazon. I think I like this one. Thanks for the chance!
Sylve T. says
looks great! thank you for the giveaway!
Manahil says
This sounds really good, and I can’t wait to read it!
Lili Smith says
Sounds great!
Mya Robarts says
Thank you for hosting the Blitz. 🙂
Tracy says
Loved this book!
Sandra Watts says
Enjoyed reading your excerpt.
Emily Endrizzi says
This sounds like a steamy summer read!
Amy Pollard Woolard says
I like the cover & I really like what I have read about this book! I would love to read it poolside!!