A Gorgeous Villain

St. Mary's Rebels, Book 2

De: Saffron A. Kent

Narrado por: Stefanie Kay, Gideon Frost

*A standalone novel set in the world of St. Mary's
**INCLUDES the prequel, The Wild Mustang & The Dancing Fairy

Two years ago, Reed Jackson betrayed Calliope Thorne and broke her heart. So she stole his most prized possession—a white mustang—and drove it into the lake for revenge.

Now, Callie is stuck at a reform school while Reed is off at college, living his life without repercussions.

Until he comes back.

With him comes back all the feelings that Callie has been trying to bury: anger and heartbreak.

But most of all, desire.

At the sight of his beautiful but lying lips and his gunmetal gray eyes that still taunt and smolder when he looks at her.

Whatever though. It’s not as if Callie is ever going to fall for her ex-boyfriend again. Or let him corner her in a bar one night and touch her, kiss her…

Neither is she going to kiss him back. Or worse, sleep with him.

Because that would make her naïve and foolish.

Oh, and also pregnant.

And there’s no way Callie is ever going to get pregnant at eighteen and with Reed’s baby, no less. The guy she hates.The guy who taught her all about heartbreak.

Who might look like a gorgeous hero but really is the villain of her story.

©2021 Saffron A. Kent (P)2023 Pink Flamingo Productions

so good

I really enjoyed this book great story great characters can't wait to hear more from this series, the narrators did a great job

Beautifully written

The boy with the white Mustang, doesn't want to admit he really has feelings for his ballerina/ Fae.
He is her protector, her hero. He sacrificed much to keep her safe..
So much emotional drama, sexy scenes. Callie always had the love and support of her brothers..
Roman has never had that support from his parents and doesn't recognize his love for Callie. He keeps his emotions hidden to protect her.
A beautifully written Intense drama and angst. First love, first heartbreak ,
Gideon Frost and Stefanie Kay narration is superb. They give an emotional performance..Very well.done.
#the flock.#.pfp productions

heartbreaking story of second chances

Reed broke Callie's heart two years ago. That's how we start this story because if you'd read the prequel then you'd know what happened before Callie was sent to St. Mary's. What Callie did to mend her broken heart has made her become ostracized by the people who knew her. She was kicked out of her ballet school -- one she sneaks into at night, after hours, to keep up with her routine.

Although Reed should be staying away from -- because she's not even supposed to be in town -- he cannot stay away. He stalks her until he manages to convince her that he'll be giving her rides into town. She really shouldn't be sneaking out of school. She's determined to give her a piece of her mind and show him that she doesn't need him. But one night... that is all it takes for their world to flip.

I had this book on my TBR since it was first released and I jumped at the opportunity to listen to the audiobook for review. I was not disappointed. Reed and Callie are by far my favorite couple in this universe. And I've only read Hey Mr. Marshall and My Darling Arrow. I cannot wait to mark You Beautiful Thing, You off my TBR list too! A scene that will forever live rent-free in my head is the scene where Reed breaks down the door to get to her because he thinks something is wrong. *crying in single* These two may be opposites but they complement each other so well

Perfection

A Gorgeous Villain was a highly anticipated read from me. Following My Darling Arrow and The Wild Mustang & the Dancing Fairy Novella, I was desperate for Callie and Reed’s story. Every teaser posted, every picture from the inspirational board or song shared had me literally panting and drooling for more. So what happened when I finally got my hands on AGV? Total annihilation of my emotions, senses and capability to function.

Callie (Calliope) lived up to my expectations. She was a kind a beautiful soul. A good girl in love with a very bad boy. Even though Reed does make her go slightly bad, she hangs on to the core goodness of light and fairy she always was. Callie like Salem and the rest of the St. Mary’s girls, is attending the reformed school because of her minor infraction. She only drove his car into the lake because of what Reed did to her. She should not have been punished, but there is more to that story which unfolds at the perfect time.

Now Reed, the angry, broken, unable to love gorgeous creature that he is, knows that he hurt Callie. In fact he has been suffering for his actions for two years. But now because he allowed his control to slip, his fairy is pregnant and he is determined to do everything he can to protect them and provide for them. Did I mention protect? Oh Reed is definitely one overprotective bad boy.

As much as I loved the main character, I loved all the side characters just as much. Callie’s brothers and the St. Mary’s girls are so fascinating and I cannot wait for their stories. You can expect Saffron Kent’s unique style of writing, a quirky, innocent lovable heroine, an alpha hero with a filthy mouth, and a storyline that will sticks with you.

Beautiful story!

I loved this audiobook!! It was so good! The narrators did a fantastic job. I loved the voices and the acting was great. Saffron Kent is such a talented story teller. Her stories are enchanting, her characters complex and endearing and the writing is always exceptional! Listen to this box today!!!!

Dialogue was annoying

Oh my gosh! The h’s favorite word was an exasperated “What!?” The book could’ve been shorter if they didn’t interrupt one another constantly and repeat one another’s words. Ugh! I loved the actual story but the dialogue style just irritated me so much.
Ex. h-“I just think…
H-“You think what?”
h-“I think the sky is blue”
H-“You think the sky is blue.
h-“Yes, Yes. The sky is blue.
Not actually dialogue but it got to be so ridiculous. I almost didn’t finish.

A Gorgeous Story!

After listening to 𝑾𝒊𝒍𝒅 𝑴𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒈 & 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑫𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑭𝒂𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒆,I couldn't wait to listen to this one. And I will tell you. 𝚂𝚊𝚏𝚏𝚛𝚘𝚗 𝙺𝚎𝚗𝚝 did not disappoint!
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Diving back into Reed & Callie's story was a great experience. We get the angst. We get the hate/love. We get the emotional roller coaster and we get the undeniable chemistry again. I absolutely loved watching them come together again at St. Mary's and seeing all the elements that make up their blossoming story. Throw in the big "surprise", and we have a beautifully chiseled, unforgettable story.
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𝑆𝑡𝑒𝑓𝑎𝑛𝑖𝑒 𝐾𝑎𝑦 reprises her part of bringing Callie life and making her real. As with the novella, she a wonderful job of bringing the emotional moments and lending depth to the story. And, as the wonderful Reed Jackson, we get 𝐺𝑖𝑑𝑒𝑜𝑛 𝐹𝑟𝑜𝑠𝑡 breathing life into his story. He was a great narrator and I was glad to get the chance to hear him!
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Like the first two books in this series, I absolutely loved how 𝚂𝙰𝙺 created her characters and brought us emotional reads. I definitely enjoyed this one and can't wait to listen to the next one!

Love this audiobook!!!

This book for me was PERFECTION in every page. This book is full of emotion and it completely wreck my heart in the best way ever.

Every time I get to read a new book by Saffron, I know I need to prepare myself for all the emotions I'm going to feel. And in this particularly story the angst and drama were top notch. Callie and Reed's love story was magnificent and their love story one of the best. This book is one of my top reads for this year.

If you read the prequel for this story you know that Reed and Callie had history together and their relationship ended on Callie's broken heart. Until now we only heard Callie's POV but in this book you get Reed's POV and let me tell you that you'll understand Reed so much better. What he comes from and all the guilt he carries with him.

The hate/love relationship between them is electric. The sensual tension, the passion and Reed's dirty mouth is melting hot. Their caring moments is a treat full of sweetness.

I can't express how much I loved this story and I can't wait for what's to come out next for this series and for Callie's brothers books.

Not my top favs from Kent.

I give this book 3.5 stars.

I was so excited about this book. I wished I liked it better. I enjoyed the storyline, Reed did reclaim himself, and who doesn't love a broody, dirty talking man. But some of it was a little over the top. Callie held strong or as much as she could with what she had surrounding her. This story felt like it was a little dragged out at times. I'm hoping the next book is better. I will say the narrators did bring the story to life and did make it better the second time around.

the villain & his ballerina

stephanie kay & gideon frost brought callie & reed to life. the wild mustang & the dancing fairy is included in this audio & it’s the perfect prequel to their story!

callie & reed meet during the prequel where after callie’s choices lead her to st. mary’s. reed & callie find their way back to each other two years after their first encounters & they’re as hot & heavy as the first time around

this is second chance & accidental pregnancy, two tropes i love & i ate it up 🤌🏽