DNF @ 10%

I requested this book because it's set in my hometown, but I can't continue reading it. There are insane jumps between past and present tense that make it difficult to follow. At first I thought it was just a stylistic thing, but it happens from sentence to sentence for no apparent reason. Throw in a bit of woman-on-woman hate, and I'm out.

My first taste of A.M. Brooks's writing and for me, it was a bit of a mixed bag. The opening of Where Demons Hide drew me in but shortly after, I found myself struggling to stay invested in Blaise's story.

I liked Blaise. She was a little sad, a little lost and little broken but not one to go down without a fight. And when Jay storms into her life, it was once again turned on its head. Oh Jay. He had the best of intentions where Blaise was concerned but his execution wasn't the best. Mainly because there was so much he couldn't and wouldn't say.

With more questions than answers popping up at every turn, Blaise doesn't know who to trust. Torn between the boys of her past, her childhood and the man who has stormed in and set her blood on fire.

It was a whirlwind of lies, lust, betrayal and love.There was so much happening in Where Demons Hide, especially towards the end that my head was spinning. The final showdown where all was revealed had my heart racing. I didn't expect it to be that twisted but I was glad that Blaise and Jay both got some closure and happiness.

A 4 star romantic suspense that kept me on the edge of my seat with intrigue all through the reading of this story.

I don’t want to say too much because I don’t want to spoil anything for the readers. Let’s say it’s a scorching hot romantic suspense that had twist and turns. I didn’t know who to trust. Beautifully twisted. The plot got thicker and thicker as I read on.


Standalone told in a single POV with an amazing HEA. I recommend this story.

"The City of Sin holds more than just secrets."

Where Demons Hide was my first book by the author A.M. Brooks. I was so excited to start this book because the cover and blurb was so amazing. And I found this book overall to be a enjoyable romantic suspsense. However the first 35% of the book was a bit slow for my taste. I understand the sadness was needed for the situations that had happened. But it was a little overkill on Blaise's emotions and her continually pushing people who cared away. However after all that I found the book picked up and kept your interest well. I will give the author Kudos for keeping you guessing until the very last page. I found myself constantly guessing only to change my mind again after a few more pages read. I enjoyed Blaise and Jay together. At times I felt their was a disconnect between their characters but overall they definitely knew how to scorch up the pages of your kindle. I did find myself wishing there was dual POV's at time. I simply wanted me some more Jay.

"For not doing feelings you sure had some flowery phrases in there."

Blaise was a mix of emotions throughout this book. I liked her character, she wasn't your normal heroine. She was sad, lost, and alot broken. My heart broke for the little girl haunted by her broken childhood, and the women haunted by her brothers death. You spent the majority of this book just wanting to hug her. But what I admired most about Blaise was her will. What you seen was what you got with her. She kept her head high and refused to let others walk over her. No matter what happened she did not go down without a fight.

"I guess I overestimated my worth, my mistake. No, your mistake was underestimating mine."

Jay knew how to keep you on your toes from the very start. It took me awhile to warm up to his characte. I wasn't sure if I could trust him right away or not. He had being secretive down to a science. There was just so much where Blaise was concerned I felt he could have executed a little differently. There was just so much he could or wouldn't say when I felt he should have. However by the end of the story his character had me totally won over. That's why I think he would have benefited from having his own POV. It would have helped form that connection with him much faster.

"Trust no one. Not even the ones you feel most loyal to."

*4 STARS*
Well earned for this emotionally charged romantic suspense. Where Demons Hide was a perfectly spun wed of deceit, betrayal, and lies. With all the right twists and turns.

Blaise and her brother came from a broken home, Blake was the one to raise them and 4 other boys they made their own little family that was until Blake was killed. It wasn’t until 6 months later that a detective named Jay shows up saying that Blakes death was suspicious. This book was full of suspense and need to know what happened.
The love that happens after Blakes death is a great sexy and steamy romance. Will Blaise be able to get the answers that she’s looking for? Will Jay be the answer to her prayers? You’ll must grab the book and find out.

First off I want to thank @thenextsteppr and the author for my copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
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It was a nicely written story with some very steamy sex scenes. The characters where nicely developed and you fall in love with them quickly.
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If you're looking for a sexy romance, with some likeable characters definitely pick this one up.

This is the first book I have read by this author and I am very impressed, definitely will be reading by her.
Blaise meets Jay at her brother Blake's funeral but doesn't know his name. Blake raises both himself and Blaise as they are from a broken/dysfunctional family with limited parenting. They grow up with four other boys from similar backgrounds to form their own family. The six are a close knit unit until the fateful night Blake was killed in a car accident. Six months later Jay, a detective, shows back up in Blaise life claiming Blakes death is suspicious. Who do you trust and who do you fear?
This book has great romance, heart stopping suspense, all the elements of a great book. This book is a must read, hard to put down once you start reading.

Wowza! This started of with such heartbreaking thoughts then bam! Straight away sexy, sexy man! Lust filled thoughts. I really enjoyed this. The main characters I fell in love with quickly! Stone and the guys had me on edge, except Joey I really liked him..... There are some really shady moments and it keeps you on the edge of your seat. I really want to be a detective to help figure things out!
The sex is steamy and lovely. The fighting is heartbreaking because it comes from dark places and something sad had to happen to cause that! Also can I just say that playlist was the bomb!

Favorite parts:
“For not doing feelings you sure had some flowery phrases in there,” <——— made me laugh.
“Blaise, you were his first and last thoughts always. <——- sobbed through this part!

Reviewing this for the author, such a privilege to read!