Until You Break (The Devout and the Damned Book 1)
About
Aria
I’ve spent five years trying to forget him. Forget the way he made me feel alive in a place meant to break me. Forget the way he claimed every piece of me until there was nothing left to give.
But Dominic Romano isn’t the kind of man you forget. He’s the kind of man who leaves a mark so deep it’s impossible to erase.
Now, he’s back, and the walls I’ve built around myself are crumbling. He claims I’m his, that I always have been, and worse, some part of me believes him. He’s chaos, darkness, obsession—and I can’t decide if I want to escape him again or surrender to the storm he’s brought into my life.
Because the truth is, I’m not sure I ever stopped being his.
Dominic
Five years. That’s how long it’s been since I let her go. I told myself it was for her, that I was giving her freedom, a chance at a normal life. But Aria was never meant for normal. She was meant for me.
She’s my obsession, my addiction, my Little Sinner. I don’t care about her rules, her guilt, or the fiancé she’s hiding behind. Aria belongs to me, and I’ll break her apart piece by piece until she remembers why.
This story contains mature, dark themes intended for adult audiences only. It delves into morally ambiguous relationships, exploring power, control, and trauma. Readers are advised to approach with caution and ensure they are comfortable with the listed triggers and content warnings before proceeding.
Praise for this book
“Until you Break”, by Avery Collin’s is an absolute roller coaster of a ride! Right out of the gate it pulled me in. I’m still sitting here trying to wrap my head around everything that happened. It was an absolute incredible story with twists and turns every time I turned the page.
Dominic and Aria were such multi- faceted characters and I loved their dynamic together. They definitely kept things exciting throughout the entire story. Just when you think you know what’s going to happen next, boom… it takes you in a shockingly different direction. And the spice… so good!!
This was the first book that I’ve read from Avery Collin’s and I have to say she has a true gift for story telling. Not many books can keep my attention and keep me on edge the way this one did.
I cannot recommend this book highly enough, especially if you love an obsessive, hot, and dominant book boyfriend.
“I can’t be a Sinner without my Sin.”
I swear I've started this review like three times trying to find a way to talk about the story without giving any of the twists away, and I gotta tell you, it hasn't been easy.
Five years after Aria manages to escape the trafficking rink with Dominic's help, she finds herself being stalked by the last man she ever thought she would see again.
I absolutely loved the chemistry between Dominic and Aria. I loved the way he knew how to push her buttons and thoroughly enjoyed doing it. It was also fun to see the way that Aria would always try to convince herself that she didn't want Dominic and everything he was offering.
The way that Aria slowly comes to terms with who she really is and what she really wants is truly fascinating, and the moment that we finally get to see her unravel... let me tell you, I loved every minute of it.
This story is definitely not your regular stalker romance book, and it proves that even the most twisted souls can find their one true love.
Absolutely one of the best dark romance books I have read in a while. Easily at the top of my masked stalker list. It is deliciously dark and the spice is HOT, HOT, HOT! Dominic and Aria are made for each other & will captivate your heart and mind. Avery Collins done a phenomenal job with this one. Loved it!!!!! Please give me more!!!!!