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Evil in Love #1

Trust The Dark

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No one goes to a party and expects to become the sacrifice in a demonic ritual. Especially when demons aren't real. Right?

Kara Matthews finds herself in exactly that position after allowing her best friend to drag her to the biggest Halloween party their senior year.

What Kara doesn't expect is for Vance, Elijah, and Jesse to come to her rescue. She sure as hell doesn't expect to find out that the three hottest guys in school are demons themselves.

Can Vance, Elijah, and Jesse convince Kara that not all demons are evil monsters? Can they convince her that it's okay to trust the dark? How much will be too much for Kara to handle when she becomes a constant target?

This is a novella length reverse-harem, recommended for 18+

83 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 26, 2018

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A.M. Hardin

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A.M. (or Autumn) Hardin was born and raised in Holland, Michigan. She's married with three girls. Her favorite books always depends on her mood, though her tastes are very eclectic. As long as it's romance there's a high chance she has or plans to read it. When she doesn't have a book in her hand or spending time with her family she can be found writing in either a notebook or on her computer.

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Profile Image for Athena D..
979 reviews59 followers
August 21, 2019
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4 STARS

A quick, compelling story! It's been a while since I've read a reverse harem story, but this story was entertaining and kept my attention. We're introduced to Kara Matthews and due to unexpected events she's rescued by Vance, Elijah, and Jesse. I'm eager to see what happens between these four in the next book.

Trust The Dark is the first instalment in the Evil In Love Series and is a MUST read! Trust The Dark by A.M. Hardin will join the ranks of the BIBLIO-ELITE!!!

Profile Image for Bella Suarez-Ramirez.
513 reviews5 followers
January 12, 2019
Demons

Storyline was ok. Lost me a couple of times but overall it was an interesting plot. *** spoiler ***
You have a tough girl with an attitude from being an an unhealthy environment that gets picked to sacrifice but gets rescued by three demons and then finds out about demons and how she has demon blood... she’s the the key to opening the gates of hell. I don’t know... the guys don’t seem all that demon like and then the how I had a tough life but some have had it worst saying kind of makes her seem whiny to me. Anyways.... read was ok.
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630 reviews45 followers
January 28, 2019
3.5 Stars

My first time reading this author and I have to say.. I'm really digging her writing style. It's fun, fresh and quirky with a strong heroine and three sexy demons to go along with it. I was in the mood for a short PNR, and although the plot took a really weird turn at the end that I'm not sure I liked the direction it went, I'm still looking forward to reading the next book when it comes out.
Profile Image for Jessica Robbins.
2,598 reviews51 followers
December 3, 2018
*I received a free copy of this book which I voluntarily chose to write an honest review for.

Kara goes to a Halloween party that she didn't want to go to to begin with only to find herself being targeted as the sacrifice in some weird ritual. Just when it looks like things are going south she is saved three hot guys that just happen to be demons. What follows is intriguing as they attempt to convince her they are not evil while she fights her attraction. Great novella length paranormal reverse harem story. I really liked it so I give it 4/5 stars.
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199 reviews7 followers
October 24, 2018
Sweet mother of God. I'm so ridiculously in love with this story. Even though it's a shorter story I cant wait to see the world being built. Kara is abused, yes. But she doesnt let it define who she is. Shes a strong determined woman who knows her worth. My personal favorite are the men. Vance, Jesse and Elijah. Swoon. 3 different personalities that compliment each other well. They make me swoon. And they compliment Kara well, even if she doesnt quite realize it. The men defend her against attacks they dont quite understand and she has to take a journey with the mens help to hell to figure out exactly why shes being attacked. Well done. Detailed yet interesting at the same time. I am dying for the next book to read more about Kara and my guys. Yep. I claimed them. They're my book boyfriends
Profile Image for Missy Brown.
1,782 reviews29 followers
October 26, 2018
I really enjoyed Trust the Dark. It is a short read, but packed with oh so much goodness. Kara is a fun female lead. I really liked her spunk and her reaction to finding out that demons exist, was quick but refreshing. Sometimes the characters go on and on with denial. Glad she didn't, I felt she had just the right amount of disbelief. The guys, with their different personalities, have great chemistry with Kara. But they do share in common an alpha personality. I feel like in TTD we are getting to know the characters and a hint of what is to come. We know that Kara is different, but human. We also know that demons want her because they think she is the Key. There is a cliffy, but it is after it delivers the set up for book two. Over all I think Trust the Dark is the great start of a new series.
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74 reviews4 followers
October 26, 2018
Alright, Kara is my new bestie. The mouth on that girl makes me proud! I love how absolutely fierce she is, and she doesn't hold back when someone upsets her. She also doesn't let fear rule her, instead she funnels her fear into anger and pushes forward. This is a relatively quick read and I would have loved a lot more. Although it is the first of a series it doesn't end on a massive cliffhanger which is much appreciated. We only get a small taste, I mean introduction, to Jesse, Vance and Elijah but we are given the impression that they are a force to be reckoned with. I seriously can't wait for the next book, and to see what happens with Kara, her guys, and the new information she gets about her past!
Profile Image for Tara Syrnyk.
828 reviews5 followers
November 7, 2018
A.M. Hardin is quickly becoming one of my go to authors! I am really enjoying her writing and imagination. I have now read most of her books and I love to see her writing grow and develop as she continues to give us great reads! I like Kara. She is a great character with a lot of personality , I feel this makes her more relatable and realistic. With a rough upbringing she struggles with trust and being close to others. Her plans after she turns 18 don't go as thought they would and It doesn't help that her world is suddenly flipped upside down when secrets are revealed. She unexpectedly makes new friends and she definitely has her hands full with Elijah, Jessie and Vance! I do wish this book was a little bit longer, although I don't feel that it took away from the story at all.
Profile Image for Jocelyn Sanchez.
679 reviews57 followers
January 11, 2019
I was recommended this book in a group and, since I needed something to read and was bored, I read the blurb and was so excited to read this book. A reverse harem, with demons and a sassy heroine? Sign me right up! Although short, this story was pack full of an amazing characters, humor, darkness, and a promise for a unique series that I'm going to eat up every time they're released.

I highly recommend! Again, go into this book knowing it's not a full-length novel, but that it doesn't end a cliffhanger either. It was perfect for the price and I can't wait to see what's going to happen next! I fully intend to get the next book as soon as it releases, which is in a few weeks, so I'd jump in on this series now while there's not too many books out yet.
207 reviews1 follower
October 23, 2018
Kara goes to a party sees a friend from one her class they say something that alarms her she goes to leave then wakes up on table saying she was their sacrifice to get back home after arguing 3 most popular boys end up saving her but they aint what she thought they were. Kara comes from abusive family. On her birthday the boys come to her rescue again then she gets attacked and has to figure out why she is this so called "key". This book is a interesting read once I started i couldn't stop im can't wait to see wherw this story goes.
113 reviews1 follower
October 26, 2018
Easy to get drawn into

This is an amazing novella. It drew me in from the first page. The main character has had a hard life. While at a party her life seems to get a little more complicated. Now after finding out that the world isn't exactly as she thought it was, she must deal with some startling facts about who she is and what that means about her existence with the help of 3 hot men. I can't wait for the continuation of this story in the future as this one pulled me in and left me begging for more.
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977 reviews4 followers
October 27, 2018





No spoilers included, well I’m going to try not to give any away that is.
This book was awesome but the ending was kinda brutal, yes there’s a cliffhanger waiting at the end.
But all in all this story was a grab you and don’t let you go kind of story.
A.M. Hardin definitely knows how to pull her readers in and get them hooked because I can’t wait until the second book of this series is out.
So yes I most definitely do recommend this book because I absolutely loved it and I guarantee everyone else will too!
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208 reviews1 follower
November 5, 2018
This author has done it again. This book captures your attention and keeps it until the last word. Kara is in a bit of trouble at a Halloween party when she is helped out by Jesse, Vance and Elijah. The three guys are instantly attracted to her and feel the need to protect her. Short intro but will keep your attention and interest into the next book. I love the honest wording used by the characters. Made them more realistic. Steam 6/10 * Sweetness 7/10 * RH * Slow burn * 1st POV * Cliffhanger
Profile Image for Jocelyn LeDonne.
437 reviews1 follower
October 26, 2018
Awesome demon story. New twist on demons and humans, deals and all the secrets that usually come with demons LOL. Kara is a feisty and strong female main character. Vance, Elijah and Jesse are intriguing to say the least. I really enjoyed this intro to this new series and that is it is a shorter story and that each installment is going to be coming a little faster. I can't wait to read the next one to find out where Kara and the guys story is going to go.
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56 reviews
October 27, 2018
What an amazing novella! The first book in this series is the perfect size for a great binge read while still packed with adventure. I am still amazed at all the story and information that the author managed to fit in. The main character is a tough cookie who has the strength, stubbornness, and mouth to stand up against anyone. The writing is so great and really helps with the flow of the story and more easily pulls you in. I am very eagerly awaiting for 2!
114 reviews3 followers
November 20, 2018
Darkness comes in all forms

Kara is almost sacrificed at a party but is saved by three demons she goes to school with. When she is taken home from the party her world gets flipped upside down yet again. These guys may be demons but the are nicer to her then other guys have ever been her whole life, on top of that she is a key to something. Intriguing story wish it was longer, but at the same time can't wait for the next book. (Read and reviewed on kindle, downloaded for free)
19 reviews
October 27, 2018
This was such a good novella. The MC Kara is spunky and sassy and really brings life to the story. I'm interested in the budding romances and how they play out. I can wait for the next book. I would definitely recommend if you like paranormal and RH. Seems like this is going to be a steamy series. I recieved a free copy of this book for a honest review.
Profile Image for Tori Preitauer-McMichael.
313 reviews9 followers
January 6, 2019
The good, the bad... and Hell

When senior year feels like Hell... and then you actually have to go there: that sucks. I love this little twist and the short novella. I look forward to the second where we see what truly happens. Was a great intro to our FMC and her three sexy demons.
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325 reviews
February 22, 2019
I love The character Kara! She’s not afraid to say what’s on her mind and she doesn’t hold anything back. This book is an excellent start and layout for the series to come. I love a girl who has a demon on her side but to have three makes it even more entertaining. Then to add some secrets and some chemistry, just made the book more appealing and hard to put down!
Profile Image for Holly.
89 reviews1 follower
January 23, 2019
Good, interesting story !

It’s quite a bit shorter than most rh books I’ve read but it’s only book1 and the story is well written and very interesting. I’m starting book 2 now. Hope to have more rh type scenes and be a bit longer. Overall, book1 was good and I’m continuing to read the series.
Profile Image for Trinitee Frame.
87 reviews
October 27, 2018
This was an awesome novella prepping us for what’s to come. We meet a FMC that has had a hard life but has continued to be strong. She draws in three demons that have a thing for her. We learn a little bit about what makes her so special. I can’t wait to learn more about Kara and her guys.
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9 reviews2 followers
October 27, 2018
I am a fan of A. M. Hardin’s writing. This story is another example of her ability to create a great storyline and wonderfully developed characters. I can’t wait for the next book to see what will happen next to Kara and her demons.
Profile Image for Kassi.
277 reviews
October 27, 2018
A seed has been planted by me reading this series! This is more of a novella start rather than a full length start. Yes, it does leave on a cliffhanger, so I'm guessing that's how many authors get you to be on the edge of your seat position so you're dying to read more.
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594 reviews3 followers
October 27, 2018
I loved the pacing of the story, and how we get introduced to Kara's guys. I love how Kara speaks her mind and isn't afraid to share her feelings. This book ended on a cliffhanger and I desperately need to know what happens next!
Profile Image for Danielle Grimes-Oliveira.
530 reviews13 followers
October 29, 2018
Short but amazing

OMG so good!!!! I loved Kara . She was so strong dealing with her home life. She was sarcastic and funny. Everything I love in the Fmc. My only issue was it was to short. I couldn't put it down and just wanted more. I can't wait for the next book.
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369 reviews3 followers
October 30, 2018
A girl and her demons

This is an interesting story about a girl in high school finding out that reality isn’t what she always thought. Not much action happens between her and the guys but it was set up in this book. Book 2 should be good.
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3,127 reviews95 followers
December 24, 2018
Good, but not my favorite. Simply because the feel is not there and the way the heroine act is not something that I expect. Definitely has its potential to be a great series but for me, it's a bit off.
Profile Image for Bunny.
133 reviews2 followers
December 27, 2018
This book is short and to the point. It is sort of a tease. I loved this book and I seriously need more of the story! Kara is feisty and mouthy, but she also knows how to pick her battles. I need the next one.
Profile Image for Kat Pendergrass.
37 reviews2 followers
October 26, 2018
Gotta love those demons ;)

Great short story about a human and three demons! :) It was well written and I can't wait to see what the rest of the series brings!

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