A Savage Debt

As she does best, Zoey Ellis knows how to draw you into a story right away. This story involves a royal omega and an outlaw Alpha who demands that the King repay his debt via 3 nights with the omega. The author's worldbuilding early on is always appreciated with rich descriptive language and a sense of each individual character, even the minor ones. Also, this was the closest I got as a Zoey Ellis fan, to having a book boyfriend who comes to really close second to Drocco from the Myth of Omega novels. We know that there is more to Maddoc than meets the eye since this is the first installment but this is an incredible scorcher for just a first installment. The sex scenes are darkly intense and of the con non-con variety but you feel the depth of the emotions early on between them so the interactions become less harsh with each scene. The chemistry between Maddoc and Analisa is undeniable even though Analisa doesn't completely recognize or acknowledge it the way Maddoc wants her to. And as usual, I got to the last page lightning fast and already can't wait for installment 2!! *I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.*

Ana is an omega and a princess and heir to the kingdom of Allandis. Maddoc is an Alpha and notorious criminal. When he calls forth the royal promise on account of a debt he believes he's owed Maddoc demands three nights with Ana as his payment. Setting things in motion and on a course that cannot be averted. So this was seriously hot with a dose of initial humiliation and reluctance that soon starts to morph into something much more. Ana initially seems so sweet, compliant and biddable but underneath the surface of her calm outer layer is a spitting wildcat just waiting to be released and taken in hand by her Alpha. Maddoc is rough, dominant and oh so very male, he also takes what he wants no apologies given. Their chemistry here is delicious and oh so combustible it actually projects its heat off the page with its raw intensity. There are also definitely secrets being kept here and I can only speculate to what they are. What I will say is this Ana seriously needs to take a good look around her and start thinking for herself instead of allowing herself to be so complacent and naive to the games and wills of others. So with that finale, I Seriously need the next part of this like right now sigh. I voluntary reviewed a copy of A Savage Debt (Beholden Duet, #1).

This is another fabulous start to a new series of books by this author. This is the story of Ana, a princess who goes along with anything her parents wish just to keep them happy and to keep things peaceful. She annoyed me in some places as she doesn’t really see what is going on around her. Then there is Maddoc, wow, this is an alpha who takes what he wants and makes no apologies for any of his actions. The chemistry between them is hot, and through Maddoc we start to see some of the fire behind Ana’s shields. Hopefully she will open her eyes to see what is really happening in her lands. This ends in a cliffhanger but hopefully not all is lost and I can’t wait to read the next book,