mollymayfitz's review against another edition
2.0
She didn’t end up with who I wanted her to and I am extremely upset about it.
marajana's review against another edition
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
It was a fun series to read. Easy read!
goldenprose's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
rsf086's review against another edition
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
michellesantiago's review against another edition
5.0
I am completely obsessed with the Filthy Rich American series! I read the first two books as they came out and, after the explosive and nail-biting cliffhanger at the end of book two, I counted the days until I could get my hands on The Deception.
But, once I did get my hands on book 3, I was so nervous going in because I was firmly on Team Royce and I was worried for my precious babies, Royce and Marist. Once I started reading, though, I basically devoured this book barely taking a breath because holy cow it was a straight up ride! Nikki Sloane is a genius keeping the tension turned way up until the very end. If you're going to pick up this book, make sure you have a chunk of time sit and read because, trust me, you're going to want to keep reading until you reach the end. I know I stayed up way too late reading this book.
If you've read book 2, The Obsession, you know that it ended in a killer cliffhanger. After that prologue that got me so worried for my OTP, chapter one of The Deception picks up right at the end of The Obsession. You're right back into the thick of things with the Hale family, with Macalister's dark presence looming over and manipulating everyone, most of all our heroine Marist. I'm not going to go into any detail because it's best to go into The Deception (and the previous books in the series) completely blind. I will say though that The Deception did not disappoint, and I'm actually sad that my time with the Hales is over despite that fact that they messed me up.
If you're going to read one dark romance before the year ends, it has to be the Filthy Rich Americans series. As someone who rarely picks up dark romances, I have to say this one is top notch and not to be missed!
But, once I did get my hands on book 3, I was so nervous going in because I was firmly on Team Royce and I was worried for my precious babies, Royce and Marist. Once I started reading, though, I basically devoured this book barely taking a breath because holy cow it was a straight up ride! Nikki Sloane is a genius keeping the tension turned way up until the very end. If you're going to pick up this book, make sure you have a chunk of time sit and read because, trust me, you're going to want to keep reading until you reach the end. I know I stayed up way too late reading this book.
If you've read book 2, The Obsession, you know that it ended in a killer cliffhanger. After that prologue that got me so worried for my OTP, chapter one of The Deception picks up right at the end of The Obsession. You're right back into the thick of things with the Hale family, with Macalister's dark presence looming over and manipulating everyone, most of all our heroine Marist. I'm not going to go into any detail because it's best to go into The Deception (and the previous books in the series) completely blind. I will say though that The Deception did not disappoint, and I'm actually sad that my time with the Hales is over despite that fact that they messed me up.
If you're going to read one dark romance before the year ends, it has to be the Filthy Rich Americans series. As someone who rarely picks up dark romances, I have to say this one is top notch and not to be missed!
unravelanelephant's review against another edition
4.0
Wow! I don't even know what to say. This was a pretty satisfying end to the series. I really thought it would wrap up with a neat little bow, but of course not. Now I've got to read #4... All in all I felt invested in the characters, I was continuously shocked by what they were doing but understood their motivations - solid read.
veronian's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
BAHAHAHAHAHA
probablyromance's review against another edition
4.0
If The Kennedy’s made chaotic love to Telemundo and then their baby was raised by The Wolf of Wall Street then it would be this series. The WASPY DRAMA is just off the hook.
I must be in the minority but here it goes-Macalister is an undiagnosed sociopath whose concept of consent is incredibly twisted. I loathed him and by the end it was a struggle to read his scenes I hated him so much. All he did was manipulate situations to gain more control of someone who wasn’t is. He doesn’t have hot Daddy energy-he has rapist energy (but he’s rich!). I
I must be in the minority but here it goes-Macalister is an undiagnosed sociopath whose concept of consent is incredibly twisted. I loathed him and by the end it was a struggle to read his scenes I hated him so much. All he did was manipulate situations to gain more control of someone who wasn’t is. He doesn’t have hot Daddy energy-he has rapist energy (but he’s rich!). I
kherndon927's review against another edition
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
That was a wild wild wild ride. I thought I signed up for a run of the mill marriage of convenience, damn was I wrong.
Royce played the LONG game. Wow. There were times I doubted him and he scared me. I'm really glad he stayed true to the course.
McAllister. What. In. The. Hell. Is. Wrong. With. You. No means no and consent applies to everyone. Keep your hands, eyes, thoughts to yourself and maybe your wife wouldn't go psycho on ppl.
Speaking of Alice. WHAT IN THE ACTUAL FUCK. you slept with your stepson and husband's bestie?! Bc you didn't have your husband's attention!? You tried to poison and throw someone off a balcony? You cray cray.
Now Marist.... I forgot she was an adult at times. She's incredibly niave even for a privileged rich kid. However, the HBIC comes out in book 3. Sis played them all. Way to go girl.
Over all the series had me squirming and real uncomfortable. If she had consented with full knowledge of what would happen, I would've been on board. There were too many bait and switches. She was full on assaulted and it wasn't ok.
Royce played the LONG game. Wow. There were times I doubted him and he scared me. I'm really glad he stayed true to the course.
McAllister. What. In. The. Hell. Is. Wrong. With. You. No means no and consent applies to everyone. Keep your hands, eyes, thoughts to yourself and maybe your wife wouldn't go psycho on ppl.
Speaking of Alice. WHAT IN THE ACTUAL FUCK. you slept with your stepson and husband's bestie?! Bc you didn't have your husband's attention!? You tried to poison and throw someone off a balcony? You cray cray.
Now Marist.... I forgot she was an adult at times. She's incredibly niave even for a privileged rich kid. However, the HBIC comes out in book 3. Sis played them all. Way to go girl.
Over all the series had me squirming and real uncomfortable. If she had consented with full knowledge of what would happen, I would've been on board. There were too many bait and switches. She was full on assaulted and it wasn't ok.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting, Bullying, Sexual harassment, Emotional abuse, Stalking, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Infidelity, Rape, Sexual violence, Murder, Violence, and Toxic relationship