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Trinity Masters #5
Hidden Devotion
Can an arranged marriage survive a broken heart…and a lifetime of lies?
She fell in love with her fiance. Normally that wouldn’t be a problem, but Juliette Adams didn’t pick Devon Asher. She’s been engaged to him since she was a child–a modern day betrothal that she thought was wildly romantic.
Until Devon broke her heart.
If her life was normal, Juliette could end the engagement. But as a legacy member of America’s oldest and most powerful secret society, Juliette is destined for a trinity marriage arranged by the society’s secretive leader–the Grand Master–who just happens to be Juliette’s brother.
When Juliette unexpectedly becomes leader of the Trinity Masters she has the power to finally end her engagement to Devon. And the power to recruit people like the geeky and sexy Franco Garcia Santiago.
But Devon isn’t going to let her go without a fight, and Franco uncovers dangerous secrets that could threaten all of them…
She fell in love with her fiance. Normally that wouldn’t be a problem, but Juliette Adams didn’t pick Devon Asher. She’s been engaged to him since she was a child–a modern day betrothal that she thought was wildly romantic.
Until Devon broke her heart.
If her life was normal, Juliette could end the engagement. But as a legacy member of America’s oldest and most powerful secret society, Juliette is destined for a trinity marriage arranged by the society’s secretive leader–the Grand Master–who just happens to be Juliette’s brother.
When Juliette unexpectedly becomes leader of the Trinity Masters she has the power to finally end her engagement to Devon. And the power to recruit people like the geeky and sexy Franco Garcia Santiago.
But Devon isn’t going to let her go without a fight, and Franco uncovers dangerous secrets that could threaten all of them…
209 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 26, 2015
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June 29, 2018
Francisco was the only remotely interesting character and they treated him like an assistant. Juliet was every poor little rich girl who wished she was oppressed. Devon had the personality of a rice cake. I gave it a second star because the "twist" at the end should make later books interesting.
February 19, 2024
Needed More Answers
Prch Amz 4/26/2024
3.5 Stars
I really liked most of it but had problems with some of it.
I wanted more answers and details to the 'Mystery' parts. We only get some ideas of what's going on. Not a real explanation.
My biggest problem was the abrupt jump from one scene to another. No break or anything to indicate it was changing scenes. You'd be reading a paragraph about one character and the next paragraph is someone else. That caused quite a bit of confusion.
I'll get to the next in the series eventually but I was a bit disappointed with this one.
I liked the characters it was just the lack of fluidity that has put me a bit off.
The steamy scenes were decent but not quite up to par for these authors.
Prch Amz 4/26/2024
3.5 Stars
I really liked most of it but had problems with some of it.
I wanted more answers and details to the 'Mystery' parts. We only get some ideas of what's going on. Not a real explanation.
My biggest problem was the abrupt jump from one scene to another. No break or anything to indicate it was changing scenes. You'd be reading a paragraph about one character and the next paragraph is someone else. That caused quite a bit of confusion.
I'll get to the next in the series eventually but I was a bit disappointed with this one.
I liked the characters it was just the lack of fluidity that has put me a bit off.
The steamy scenes were decent but not quite up to par for these authors.
July 22, 2015
I really liked the characters in this story! Juliette, Devon and Franco really fit together, but I think everything went a bit too quickly. I did not really understand why Devon's job was such a problem and what the details were, and while I loved that Devon and Franco were also intimate, I did not really see the attraction between them before the sex, it just happened too fast.
I am really looking forward to Sebastian's story!
I am really looking forward to Sebastian's story!
April 26, 2023
I really liked this book, and for the first time the menage was based on mutual attraction between the Hs. I loved the h, she's rather cool and will change the society. This is the best in the series so far, their characters had great depth and I loved the steamy scenes. I
July 17, 2015
A little boring in some spots but okay.
May 13, 2023
Juliette Adams knew there were rumors about secret societies, and they all had nefarious goals of some sort, but she knew better. At least one secret society did not aim to suppress one race of humans over another. She should know she had knowledge of such a society all her life and was a member of it. Her older brother was the leader of it. Was. He did not follow the rules and had to step down. An Adams had always been the leader, and now it fell to her. She could now release herself from her betrothed pair because, in this society, marriage was between three people. Two men and one woman or two women and one man, it did not matter the sex of the individuals. What mattered was their profession, keeping somewhat related occupations together so the best and brightest they meet are introduced to those in power and can advance them and thus the United States of America. She was different. She had known her betrothed pair since she was a child. Her childhood best friend, Devon Asher, and Rose Hancock, his lover, or might as well be with her attitude towards him.
In the paragraph where Harrison wrote his initials next to his name, he used the pen’s sharp point to draw blood from his finger. Then he used that blood to mark through his name, signifying that he “had done it willingly.” “Only one name had been struck through, indicating that he’d been removed from the position. It was a gift to Harrison that his name would not bear that black mark.” Okay, so which version of the same paragraph that states and then contradicts what we have just read are we to believe? The world-building, at least the physical aspect of it, is done well. The description of the characters manipulating the physical world can be confusing in some places. The character interaction is imaginative and done very well.
WARNING: EXPLICIT SCENES: This romantic erotic series starter shows us intimate bisexual polyamorous LGBTQ+ interaction with a touch of suspense to make a larger story in the following books. If you fancy reading something like this? Then download and get started today. I give this read five stars out of five stars.
In the paragraph where Harrison wrote his initials next to his name, he used the pen’s sharp point to draw blood from his finger. Then he used that blood to mark through his name, signifying that he “had done it willingly.” “Only one name had been struck through, indicating that he’d been removed from the position. It was a gift to Harrison that his name would not bear that black mark.” Okay, so which version of the same paragraph that states and then contradicts what we have just read are we to believe? The world-building, at least the physical aspect of it, is done well. The description of the characters manipulating the physical world can be confusing in some places. The character interaction is imaginative and done very well.
WARNING: EXPLICIT SCENES: This romantic erotic series starter shows us intimate bisexual polyamorous LGBTQ+ interaction with a touch of suspense to make a larger story in the following books. If you fancy reading something like this? Then download and get started today. I give this read five stars out of five stars.
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January 9, 2021This book is about Juliette the younger sister of Harrison who was the Grand Master of the Trinity Masters who's had to step down. Juliette never wanted the responsibilities of her legacy but now that she's Grand Master she'll do what's needed to figure out it's secrets. When she finds out there might be lost legacies she's set on a path to discovering some pretty serious secrets. Meanwhile she has to deal with her past and what her future might look like with two men that genuinely care for her. Will she be able to sort out her love life also while bringing dangerous secrets to life?
I really liked Juliette she was confident and strong minded and knew what she wanted. Even though she has a troubled past with Devon her former fiancé it's undeniable that she has feelings for him. When she meets Franco she's able to let go of her fears and just be herself with no expectations. I very much loved that Devon and Franco became good friends and weren't shy about being intimate with each other as well as Juliette. The secrets Juliette uncovers are quite shocking as well as other things that happened in this book that I was not expecting. I was really rooting for her to figure out what was going and on get her HEA. Although we don't quite find out the hidden secrets of the Trinity Masters slowly pieces are falling into place. Can't wait to read the next book!
I really liked Juliette she was confident and strong minded and knew what she wanted. Even though she has a troubled past with Devon her former fiancé it's undeniable that she has feelings for him. When she meets Franco she's able to let go of her fears and just be herself with no expectations. I very much loved that Devon and Franco became good friends and weren't shy about being intimate with each other as well as Juliette. The secrets Juliette uncovers are quite shocking as well as other things that happened in this book that I was not expecting. I was really rooting for her to figure out what was going and on get her HEA. Although we don't quite find out the hidden secrets of the Trinity Masters slowly pieces are falling into place. Can't wait to read the next book!
September 4, 2018
Book five in the Trinity Masters series. Can be read and enjoyed as stand-alone. There is a new , but reluctant Grand Master. Juliette grew up the daughter of the Grand Master with her future marriages set at birth. She did not embrace her trinity and looks to dissolve it. Devon one of her betrothed has looked forward to the time when he would marry Juliette. Franco is not even aware the Trinity Master exists even though he wears their ring. There are inactive files to investigate and a new mystery to solve along the way to this trinity's HEA. Has MMF. I liked this book and look forward to more in the series!
May 17, 2023
Hidden Devotion is a fantastic contemporary romance by Mari Carr and Lila Dubois. Team Carr/Dubois have once again glued my fingers to my e-reader with this well-written tale. This is a M/F/M romance so it may not be for everyone. Juliette and Devon have been engaged since childhood. Now grown Juliette is attracted to Devon but he broke her heart. Juliette is now the Grand Master and can end her engagement. Juliette hunts down Franco when she finds old photos of his family hidden in a file. Juliette, Devon and Franco's story is loaded with drama, humor, sizzle, action and suspense. I loved this book and look forward to my next book by these ladies.
August 12, 2020
Not one of the best in the ones I've read so far. Mostly I think that is owed to the attitude of the Heroine in this story. She was immature at best and her actions as the leader of the group make me doubt her ability to lead this massive organization with any kind of control, wisdom, or logic. I really enjoyed Franco but he was refreshing only because of the crazy bad attitude of Juliette. I felt sorry for Devon having to deal with the prima donna who didn't want to be Grand Master but then abused the power of her position to the extreme. I hope she isn't stupid in the next ones or I might be put off from the rest of the series. Putting the others aside, I'd take Devon in my triad any day, such a strong male alpha type who took such abuse but forgave and moved forward because of his lifelong love for her and his newfound love for Franco.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 14, 2021
This is really a re-read. I read it long ago but never put it up on GoodReads.
This is Juliette's story as she becomes Grand Master totally unexpectedly. Juliette has grown up knowing all about the Trinity Masters since an Adams male has always been the Grand Master, that is until her older brother steps down. Juliette is the first ever female Grand Master but she is also taking over at a time when things are starting to get "interesting" for the organization.
This is a fun read and worth a read.
This is Juliette's story as she becomes Grand Master totally unexpectedly. Juliette has grown up knowing all about the Trinity Masters since an Adams male has always been the Grand Master, that is until her older brother steps down. Juliette is the first ever female Grand Master but she is also taking over at a time when things are starting to get "interesting" for the organization.
This is a fun read and worth a read.
dnf
June 13, 2023DNF @ 42%. The undeniably interesting premise - a secret society that arranges triad marriages - drew me in (well, that and it was free). But I'm about halfway through and there is nothing interesting about the trio of main characters. The lead is a young, rich girl just trying to do something meaningful with her life, one of her supposed betrotheds seems possessive for no reason, and the new guy (Franco? I don't remember any of their names) falls into their weird secret society way too easily. I don't have the patience to see if the story gets better.
November 15, 2018
So, things are changing within the Trinity Masters. Juliette has taken over the reins and she's not happy or comfortable with it.
Devon is incredible upset when he finds out his trinity has been dissolved. Something he has looked forward to all his life.
Franco is a lost legacy who finds himself involved with the Trinity Masters in a quick and all encompassing way.
Love how the twists keep coming.
Devon is incredible upset when he finds out his trinity has been dissolved. Something he has looked forward to all his life.
Franco is a lost legacy who finds himself involved with the Trinity Masters in a quick and all encompassing way.
Love how the twists keep coming.
May 11, 2023
Satisfied my Curiosity …
Books about secret societies intrigue me. The forbidden which makes them to operate underground, or, out of the public glare. This one is also about arranged marriages (one of their tropes), and in form of ménages for that matter. This is the story of Juliette, and how her matches went. Devon had to fight for her. There was also a surprise thrown in the mix. Interesting book, but am not a fan of ménage sex and all that jazz.
Books about secret societies intrigue me. The forbidden which makes them to operate underground, or, out of the public glare. This one is also about arranged marriages (one of their tropes), and in form of ménages for that matter. This is the story of Juliette, and how her matches went. Devon had to fight for her. There was also a surprise thrown in the mix. Interesting book, but am not a fan of ménage sex and all that jazz.
December 5, 2017
I love this series and this book did not disappoint
I loved the idea that the lead was not only reluctant but also willing to dig into a world that she wasn't sure she wanted to be part of. I also loved the fact that it continued the story but it didn't feel like it was the same old story it was instead a reset of the story and opens the world to a whole new world of stories
I loved the idea that the lead was not only reluctant but also willing to dig into a world that she wasn't sure she wanted to be part of. I also loved the fact that it continued the story but it didn't feel like it was the same old story it was instead a reset of the story and opens the world to a whole new world of stories
August 9, 2018
Love This Series
With each story we get deeper and deeper into the secret society of the Trinity Masters. I love the diverse personalities of the trinities and how they have to work to make each dynamic mesh. I don’t want to spoil anything but fulfilling a family legacy is a challenge for Juliette and needs all the support she can get from her councilors.
With each story we get deeper and deeper into the secret society of the Trinity Masters. I love the diverse personalities of the trinities and how they have to work to make each dynamic mesh. I don’t want to spoil anything but fulfilling a family legacy is a challenge for Juliette and needs all the support she can get from her councilors.
March 27, 2017
The winds of change our blowing through the Trinity Masters. The secret society is under attack from the inside and we have a new leader.
This series is so wonderfully entertaining, it has mystery and intrigue, it has well thought out plot lines, it has hot, steamy menages and most of all, each and every new installment leaves you wanting more.
Step into the world of the forbidden with the Trinity Masters.
This series is so wonderfully entertaining, it has mystery and intrigue, it has well thought out plot lines, it has hot, steamy menages and most of all, each and every new installment leaves you wanting more.
Step into the world of the forbidden with the Trinity Masters.
December 20, 2020
I really liked how these characters blended together. They balanced each other, which I believe is key in a relationship. I only wished they gotten a little bit more into Franco's story. Hopefully we'll find out more in the books.
May 4, 2023
Tik Tok for the win again!
Tik Tok for the win again! This was an amazing read! Had everything I was looking for.. romance, heart break, second chances and mystery. I think I may have found my new series addiction!
Tik Tok for the win again! This was an amazing read! Had everything I was looking for.. romance, heart break, second chances and mystery. I think I may have found my new series addiction!
October 16, 2023
Hidden Devotion
I have been waiting to read this book and to find out how Juliette, Devin and Franco complete their triad. I love how Franco and Juliette were introduced to each other and the love that Devin has for Juliette! What a great book!!!
I have been waiting to read this book and to find out how Juliette, Devin and Franco complete their triad. I love how Franco and Juliette were introduced to each other and the love that Devin has for Juliette! What a great book!!!
March 13, 2017
Loved the plot line. I liked how Juliette, Devon and Franco complimented each other.
May 21, 2022
How can you not love Franco??? Juliette and Devon are all angst and serious, and then Franco comes along and makes it all click. What a glorious character who makes this story!
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September 19, 2025
It was okay. I liked the premise of the book and it delivered on that plot. The sex was kind of boring, I didn’t feel the sexual tension between the characters I was expecting.
May 27, 2015
I love the Trinity Masters series and Pre-order to read the minute it hits my Kindle. This one was so different than the other 4 in the series and yet oh so good. If you have not read the previous books I would highly suggest you do so to understand the working of the Trinity Masters.
In this book a new Grand Master has been chosen and we learn who it is and how things change. We also learn about some of the past history of the Trinity Masters and how it effects present times. This is Juliette, Franco and Devon triad. This book has some really hot times and it leads greatly into the next book which is Sebastian's call to the alter.... OH who will his 2 be?????
As always Lila Dubois and Mari Carr two great authors who never disappoint!
In this book a new Grand Master has been chosen and we learn who it is and how things change. We also learn about some of the past history of the Trinity Masters and how it effects present times. This is Juliette, Franco and Devon triad. This book has some really hot times and it leads greatly into the next book which is Sebastian's call to the alter.... OH who will his 2 be?????
As always Lila Dubois and Mari Carr two great authors who never disappoint!
June 1, 2015
I feel like I have been waiting forever for this book!! This is one of my most favorite series, so much so that I gladly reread the first for books before I read this one.
Juliette, Devon, and Franco are hot, funny, and sweet! I love how Juliette comes in nervous, as the Grand Master, but is strong enough to do what needs to be done. Franco is endearing and funny. Devon is strong, but knows one thing.... He belongs with Juliette. I love it and can't wait to see what Juliette has in store for her best friend Sebastian!!
I suggest getting the rest of the series before reading this one so you know all about the history of the Trinity Masters!
Juliette, Devon, and Franco are hot, funny, and sweet! I love how Juliette comes in nervous, as the Grand Master, but is strong enough to do what needs to be done. Franco is endearing and funny. Devon is strong, but knows one thing.... He belongs with Juliette. I love it and can't wait to see what Juliette has in store for her best friend Sebastian!!
I suggest getting the rest of the series before reading this one so you know all about the history of the Trinity Masters!
June 2, 2015
I thought everything ended with Harrison but I was surprised when I saw a new cover! Woot! I love reading Trinity Masters but every time I do, I find myself hanging.
More pages could've nailed it. The strong characters were there but their development went rushed. I was expecting more from it but I'm already reading the Epilogue about Sebastian.
Devon, Juliette and Franco are cute but the pages didn't do them justice.
More pages could've nailed it. The strong characters were there but their development went rushed. I was expecting more from it but I'm already reading the Epilogue about Sebastian.
Devon, Juliette and Franco are cute but the pages didn't do them justice.
August 25, 2016
It's always interesting when a storyline incorporates modern-day, current events like including some social justice elements. The series's premise just keeps getting better.
My only issue is with the character Franco. While I liked him very much and how this particular trinity came to be, the likelihood of finding a forgotten legacy and marrying within two weeks is a bit rushed.
All that aside, I loved this book!
My only issue is with the character Franco. While I liked him very much and how this particular trinity came to be, the likelihood of finding a forgotten legacy and marrying within two weeks is a bit rushed.
All that aside, I loved this book!
March 20, 2017
Hello?. is this thing on? *taps mic*
Buy the book!
Let these two brilliant authors suck you in to their sexy world of Trinity Masters. This was, by far, my favorite of the series. We have a new Grand Master and secrets that can keep the series going and going and going!!........
MUST READ!
*drops mic*
Buy the book!
Let these two brilliant authors suck you in to their sexy world of Trinity Masters. This was, by far, my favorite of the series. We have a new Grand Master and secrets that can keep the series going and going and going!!........
MUST READ!
*drops mic*
June 7, 2015
Another hit
Juliette, Devon, and Franco is interesting in the fact that Juliette and Devon have been betrothed since her birth to Rose (who loves them like siblings) - involve a mystery and you've got a great read.
Juliette, Devon, and Franco is interesting in the fact that Juliette and Devon have been betrothed since her birth to Rose (who loves them like siblings) - involve a mystery and you've got a great read.
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