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Nova #4
The Dark Scarlett
The Dark Scarlett is a continuation of The NOVA Trilogy, but can be read as a standalone.
COVE
Paul Jameson forced me into the adult film industry at a young age, putting me through years of horrific abuse. It's no surprise I became an alcoholic, considering the ongoing trauma and depression that he caused.
I’m just glad the lowlife finally got what he deserved, so I was free to get on with my life. A better life. An easier life. But then I fell in love. And love is never fucking easy. Especially when the woman who captured my heart is Paul’s daughter, Sophia.
Go figure, right?
Well, Sophia is sassy and sexy and caring and stunningly beautiful. All great things. She’s breathed new life into me. Still, I feel like I’ve got a dark cloud hanging over my head. Even with Paul gone, a bunch of weird shit keeps happening. Like when a guy gets murdered in the parking lot of my wine bar, The Dark Scarlett. And then some nutcase starts stalking Sophia. Plus, an adult film star I once knew comes out of nowhere and decides it will be fun to harass me.
Count them. Not one, but two psychopaths are causing trouble.
And I have to deal with the cops investigating the body found outside my bar.
Maybe the devil himself—Paul Jameson—is behind all this.
Or maybe these men aren’t the problem.
Maybe the actual threat is closer to home.
After all, how well do I know Sophia?
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**Dark content
**Language warning
COVE
Paul Jameson forced me into the adult film industry at a young age, putting me through years of horrific abuse. It's no surprise I became an alcoholic, considering the ongoing trauma and depression that he caused.
I’m just glad the lowlife finally got what he deserved, so I was free to get on with my life. A better life. An easier life. But then I fell in love. And love is never fucking easy. Especially when the woman who captured my heart is Paul’s daughter, Sophia.
Go figure, right?
Well, Sophia is sassy and sexy and caring and stunningly beautiful. All great things. She’s breathed new life into me. Still, I feel like I’ve got a dark cloud hanging over my head. Even with Paul gone, a bunch of weird shit keeps happening. Like when a guy gets murdered in the parking lot of my wine bar, The Dark Scarlett. And then some nutcase starts stalking Sophia. Plus, an adult film star I once knew comes out of nowhere and decides it will be fun to harass me.
Count them. Not one, but two psychopaths are causing trouble.
And I have to deal with the cops investigating the body found outside my bar.
Maybe the devil himself—Paul Jameson—is behind all this.
Or maybe these men aren’t the problem.
Maybe the actual threat is closer to home.
After all, how well do I know Sophia?
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**Dark content
**Language warning
360 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 1, 2014
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Aven Jayce
18 books161 followersSuggested reading order:
The NOVA Trilogy
The Dark Scarlett
Jameson Hotel Series
Long Shot Love Duet
Jameson Mansion: Jack in Vegas
Jameson Family Saga Box Set includes The NOVA Trilogy, The Dark Scarlett, and Jameson Hotel Series
Standalone Novels:
Broken Summer
Divine: A Small Town Romantic Comedy
The NOVA Trilogy
The Dark Scarlett
Jameson Hotel Series
Long Shot Love Duet
Jameson Mansion: Jack in Vegas
Jameson Family Saga Box Set includes The NOVA Trilogy, The Dark Scarlett, and Jameson Hotel Series
Standalone Novels:
Broken Summer
Divine: A Small Town Romantic Comedy
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May 19, 2015
After finishing The Nova Trilogy I was delighted to discover I could read more from this wonderful author. The Dark Scarlett is a continuation of the trilogy told from Coves perspective.
I love being able to get into the mind of a man when reading, it adds a whole new dimension to the story. Some of my favourite lines were with Cove and his best friend/employee Haverty they were hilarious together. Real man to man camaraderie.
The Nova Trilogy is one of the most amazing series I have ever read. These are books that could go on forever. I would never get bored of the trials and tribulations that Cove and Sophia have to endure.
This book The Dark Scarlett brings some closure which is at times terrifying. There was more than one occasion where my jaw dropped to the floor. The story twists and turns at such a dramatic rate it had me constantly guessing what was coming next.
All four books are action packed and I can't think of a single page where something huge isn't happening and if it's not then they're having the hottest sex!
The whole series is breathtaking from start to finish.
I would LOVE to read more from this author, there are so many more possibilities for all the characters from these books. I'm sure the story could just go on and on.
Thank you for sharing this fantastic story that will be forever ingrained in my heart and mind ❤️
I love being able to get into the mind of a man when reading, it adds a whole new dimension to the story. Some of my favourite lines were with Cove and his best friend/employee Haverty they were hilarious together. Real man to man camaraderie.
The Nova Trilogy is one of the most amazing series I have ever read. These are books that could go on forever. I would never get bored of the trials and tribulations that Cove and Sophia have to endure.
This book The Dark Scarlett brings some closure which is at times terrifying. There was more than one occasion where my jaw dropped to the floor. The story twists and turns at such a dramatic rate it had me constantly guessing what was coming next.
All four books are action packed and I can't think of a single page where something huge isn't happening and if it's not then they're having the hottest sex!
The whole series is breathtaking from start to finish.
I would LOVE to read more from this author, there are so many more possibilities for all the characters from these books. I'm sure the story could just go on and on.
Thank you for sharing this fantastic story that will be forever ingrained in my heart and mind ❤️
September 5, 2015
I have to say that I cannot remember a book, never mind a whole series, keeping me interested like the NOVA series did! Such a unique story and told flawlessly! Wow! Next up, Jameson Hotel. Just wish all parts were done. I've learned my lesson (thanks Sylvia Day) and never start a series until I know it's complete, but I can't wait and will go ahead with Jameson and then reread when the rest comes out, because I'm sure Mark will be worth it!
April 1, 2018
Having read Mark's story before I read the Nova trilogy I actually enjoyed this a lot more than Nova.
I loved seeing the characters be more like the ones I fell in love with in Jameson Hotel. And Cove is so sweet in this.
Having read Jameson Hotel and hearing Mark describe what Cove went through with Paul it left me a little confused at the end of Nova cause there the physical abuse was downright denied by Cove when directly asked, so it was "nice" to hear him admit it here. Cleared up some things for me.
This is going straight to my favorite shelf.
On to Jack's story we go.
I loved seeing the characters be more like the ones I fell in love with in Jameson Hotel. And Cove is so sweet in this.
Having read Jameson Hotel and hearing Mark describe what Cove went through with Paul it left me a little confused at the end of Nova cause there the physical abuse was downright denied by Cove when directly asked, so it was "nice" to hear him admit it here. Cleared up some things for me.
This is going straight to my favorite shelf.
On to Jack's story we go.
February 26, 2015
An amazing ending!
What an amazing ending to a wonderful story!
After reading The Nova Trilogy I was hooked....but when I found out this story was I Coves POV, I just thought it was going to be the same story...WRONG! This is a continuation of their story and I have to say I am now a HUGE fan of this author. This was so well written and had me on the edge of my seat till the very end.
I started to read it slowly, because I didn't want it to come to an end, but yet I had to keep reading to find out what happens next.
BRAVO! I enjoyed this series and can't wait to see what Aven Jayce writes next!
What an amazing ending to a wonderful story!
After reading The Nova Trilogy I was hooked....but when I found out this story was I Coves POV, I just thought it was going to be the same story...WRONG! This is a continuation of their story and I have to say I am now a HUGE fan of this author. This was so well written and had me on the edge of my seat till the very end.
I started to read it slowly, because I didn't want it to come to an end, but yet I had to keep reading to find out what happens next.
BRAVO! I enjoyed this series and can't wait to see what Aven Jayce writes next!
August 7, 2015
Couldn't wait to read more about Sophia and Cove's story (Nova Trilogy). There are heartbreaking moments as we learn more of Cove's horrific past and what a monster Sophia's father was. Although his tormentor is now dead, we follow Cove's fight to rid his life of his past demons so that he can concentrate on his future with Sophia. Still lots of twists and turns throughout the story which keep you guessing and of course very dark elements as I've come to expect from this series. Can't wait to read more from Aven.
November 26, 2014
Well WOW !!!! Another action packed story from Aven Jayce.
Cove and Sophia are back !!!! And their lives are still as hectic as ever, someone ie still trying to keep them apart, but who and why ??
Absolutely loved this story and the banter between Cove and Haverty was soooooo funny i swear i peed myself literally at times !!! I laughed, cried, swore and at times wanted to slap Cove for his stubborn streak even though it is only to protect Sophia !! Such a rollercoaster ride of emotions xx
Cove and Sophia are back !!!! And their lives are still as hectic as ever, someone ie still trying to keep them apart, but who and why ??
Absolutely loved this story and the banter between Cove and Haverty was soooooo funny i swear i peed myself literally at times !!! I laughed, cried, swore and at times wanted to slap Cove for his stubborn streak even though it is only to protect Sophia !! Such a rollercoaster ride of emotions xx
December 10, 2014
I was waiting for this fourth book and was not disappointed at all.
An amazing read told from Cove's POV which made me laugh, cry and think sext thoughts !!!.
Loved the twists in this book and the emotional journey Cove and Sophia took along with friends and family members.
I really hope for a follow on Novella of how they cope with life now.
April 19, 2016
Good addition to the trilogy! I knew who the "bad guy" was straight away as I had read the synopsis to another book by this author.
Even though the characters admitted to being immature idiots, this didn't make me, as the reader, like them any better. They were still annoying and made stupid decisions.
However, I did enjoy the book and was definitely on their side...
Even though the characters admitted to being immature idiots, this didn't make me, as the reader, like them any better. They were still annoying and made stupid decisions.
However, I did enjoy the book and was definitely on their side...
September 10, 2015
Aven Jayce has done it again. Nova has quickly became one of my favorite series. The twist and turns in this series is outstanding. I definitely did not see that one coming in this installment. Buckle up ladies, cause it's going to be a hard ride. Now I'm off to read Jameson Hotel!!! Aven I FLOVE you and your writing, keep these stories coming!
January 4, 2015
I loved this series
This was such a great and touching series. I hated to read what Cove went through but happy that in the end they were able to have their happily ever after. This is a must read and I recommend the Nova series to everyone.
This was such a great and touching series. I hated to read what Cove went through but happy that in the end they were able to have their happily ever after. This is a must read and I recommend the Nova series to everyone.
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June 7, 2015
Great ending to a dark disturbing yet amazing book
This book was told from Coves view and I thought I would miss Sophia's storytelling but his side was really good. Still many dark moments and great twists great ending!
This book was told from Coves view and I thought I would miss Sophia's storytelling but his side was really good. Still many dark moments and great twists great ending!
January 8, 2015
perfect ending for this series keep me guessing throughout the book trying to figure out who and what was going on get read
January 19, 2015
Great
Many twists and turns to keep you on your toes. An exciting read I love the characters. So much to overcome and they are working on it.
Many twists and turns to keep you on your toes. An exciting read I love the characters. So much to overcome and they are working on it.
September 19, 2015
So happy to be with Cove and Sophie again!! They're like my new best friends!! One click this one!! You will not regret it!!
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December 31, 2019
The book begins with Cove and his father returning from Las Vegas after the last round of interrogations about Paul Jameson and his involvement in Cove abuse. Cove and Sophia are married ( pity not having witnessed the proposal and wedding) and together with Cove’s parents work at the Scarlett, Cove’s wine bar.
But no everything is happiness since David Rosen makes an appearance to make their life hell. David was the founding partner of Jameson industries and now wants Sophia’s inheritance. But he will no come alone, Mark Wild an old partner of Cove in the porn industry also appears, according to his words to give life lessons to Cove.
Beautiful end for a story that through 4 books has told us the horrors suffered by Cove at the hands of Paul Jameson, but thanks to his family and especially his wife Sophia( character that although I didn’t like much now I have started to love) seems to have found happiness,.
These books aren’t for the faint of heart but finally they are very intense books and with some sex scenes between Sophia y Cove that are amazing and super hot.🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
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El libro comienza con Cove y su padre volviendo de Las Vegas después de la última ronda de interrogatorios sobre Paul Jameson y su participación en el abuso a Cove. Cove y Sophia están casados ( pena no haber sido testigo de la pedida y la boda) y junto a los padres de Cove trabajan en el Scarlett, el bar de vinos de Cove.
Pero no todo es felicidad ya que David Rosen decide aparecer para hacer su vida un infierno. David es el socio fundador de Jameson industries y ahora quiere la herencia de Sophia. Pero no viene solo, Mark Wild, un antiguo compañero de Cove de la industria del porno también aparece, para en sus palabras, dar unas lecciones de vida a Cove.
Un precioso final para esta historia, que a través de 4 libros nos ha contado los horror es sufridos por Cove a manos de Paul Jameson, pero que gracias a su familia, y,sobre todo a su mujer Sophia ( personaje que no me gustaba mucho ahora he empezado a querer) parece haber encontrado la felicidad.
Estos libros no son para los débiles de corazón,pero finalmente son libros muy intensos y con algunas escenas sexuales entre Sophia y Cove que son alucinantes y super hot.🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
But no everything is happiness since David Rosen makes an appearance to make their life hell. David was the founding partner of Jameson industries and now wants Sophia’s inheritance. But he will no come alone, Mark Wild an old partner of Cove in the porn industry also appears, according to his words to give life lessons to Cove.
Beautiful end for a story that through 4 books has told us the horrors suffered by Cove at the hands of Paul Jameson, but thanks to his family and especially his wife Sophia( character that although I didn’t like much now I have started to love) seems to have found happiness,.
These books aren’t for the faint of heart but finally they are very intense books and with some sex scenes between Sophia y Cove that are amazing and super hot.🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
El libro comienza con Cove y su padre volviendo de Las Vegas después de la última ronda de interrogatorios sobre Paul Jameson y su participación en el abuso a Cove. Cove y Sophia están casados ( pena no haber sido testigo de la pedida y la boda) y junto a los padres de Cove trabajan en el Scarlett, el bar de vinos de Cove.
Pero no todo es felicidad ya que David Rosen decide aparecer para hacer su vida un infierno. David es el socio fundador de Jameson industries y ahora quiere la herencia de Sophia. Pero no viene solo, Mark Wild, un antiguo compañero de Cove de la industria del porno también aparece, para en sus palabras, dar unas lecciones de vida a Cove.
Un precioso final para esta historia, que a través de 4 libros nos ha contado los horror es sufridos por Cove a manos de Paul Jameson, pero que gracias a su familia, y,sobre todo a su mujer Sophia ( personaje que no me gustaba mucho ahora he empezado a querer) parece haber encontrado la felicidad.
Estos libros no son para los débiles de corazón,pero finalmente son libros muy intensos y con algunas escenas sexuales entre Sophia y Cove que son alucinantes y super hot.🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
March 2, 2019
Wow I didn’t think this story could get any better and then we end up here. Book 4! Holy crap does this book give you every worse case scenarios possible. This couple faces every emotion in a short time. They finally find a couple true friends and the family foundation they have been aching for. But at what cost is true happiness??? The Dark Scarlett is not for the faint at heart. Gosh I loved it!
February 28, 2019
This follows the Nova trilogy and does not disappoint. This story centres on Cove and Sophia and their wine bar. It has all the intrigue and angst but also a beautiful love story. Haverty is a wonderful character and I loved the camaraderie between him and Cove. Love this series!
October 11, 2020
Interesting
This installment of the NOVA series was interesting. I didn’t find it as easy to follow as the previous three books. There were parts that I enjoyed and others I could have done without.
This installment of the NOVA series was interesting. I didn’t find it as easy to follow as the previous three books. There were parts that I enjoyed and others I could have done without.
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July 6, 2021Mmmmm I ended up DNF this. No reason in particular, I like the way it was written but I don’t think I was in the headspace for it. I’ll try again after i’ve read the Nova series. Get some more background info
September 18, 2017
Four stars strictly for the ending!!!
Holy shit Marcus Wild.
...And I love Haverty.
Holy shit Marcus Wild.
...And I love Haverty.
March 16, 2019
Wesome
This was a great series and story line and how two people can come out of what they went through in life and up they way they did
This was a great series and story line and how two people can come out of what they went through in life and up they way they did
August 17, 2015
I am officially in love with Aven's writing. In The Dark Scarlett, we get to check in on Cove and Sophia, and Cove's family, and see how they are coping with the aftermath of Paul Jameson.
"Who am I supposed to be? How am I supposed to act? Am I just walking through life putting on shows for everyone based on their personalities, and not my own?"
"Don't think I didn't fight for you, I just wasn't strong enough to win."
Yeah, our poor Cove has a ways to go.
We also get to see how Sophia and Cove are fairing with each other.
"She puts a smile on my face. Romance, no, but passion, rage, lust, and a deep ache in each of our hearts? We got it."
"Her contact is so powerful and healing in ways she'll never understand."
And, we get to know Haverty and his girl. Love that guy!!
Oh, and we meet my main man Mark!!
"He's a creepy F**k..."
"He's composed and his voice is oddly soothing, almost as if he could snap at any moment, knife me in the gut, lick the blood off the blade, and walk away without any change in facial expression."
Excellent read, loved every minute of it!!!
"Who am I supposed to be? How am I supposed to act? Am I just walking through life putting on shows for everyone based on their personalities, and not my own?"
"Don't think I didn't fight for you, I just wasn't strong enough to win."
Yeah, our poor Cove has a ways to go.
We also get to see how Sophia and Cove are fairing with each other.
"She puts a smile on my face. Romance, no, but passion, rage, lust, and a deep ache in each of our hearts? We got it."
"Her contact is so powerful and healing in ways she'll never understand."
And, we get to know Haverty and his girl. Love that guy!!
Oh, and we meet my main man Mark!!
"He's a creepy F**k..."
"He's composed and his voice is oddly soothing, almost as if he could snap at any moment, knife me in the gut, lick the blood off the blade, and walk away without any change in facial expression."
Excellent read, loved every minute of it!!!
January 3, 2015
3.5 stars
Adjusting after the fall out is never that easy.
Cove, Sophia and the Everton family never seem to catch a break.
It is clear that Sophia and Cove are seriously hot for one another but we hear about it for over half of the book. A wee bit of overkill ya think?
There is another murder of someone that was the 'true' snake behind Jamison Enterprises. Everyone looks guilty but the cops are insistent it's suicide.
Like with the other books shit just keeps hitting the fan. With this book, refreshingly neither Cove nor Sophia makes one of their drastically stupid decisions.
Everyone grows a bit. There a few twists and turns but nothing like the others.
Adjusting after the fall out is never that easy.
Cove, Sophia and the Everton family never seem to catch a break.
It is clear that Sophia and Cove are seriously hot for one another but we hear about it for over half of the book. A wee bit of overkill ya think?
There is another murder of someone that was the 'true' snake behind Jamison Enterprises. Everyone looks guilty but the cops are insistent it's suicide.
Like with the other books shit just keeps hitting the fan. With this book, refreshingly neither Cove nor Sophia makes one of their drastically stupid decisions.
Everyone grows a bit. There a few twists and turns but nothing like the others.
July 5, 2015
DNF at 10%
I liked the Nova trilogy, wasn't perfect by a long shot, but the mystery kept me going. I did cringe a lot during the sex scenes, some words used to describe sex parts were just cringe worthy.
But at 10% Clove thinks something that it was what made me say finally it's enough. Seriously? You're jerking off to the picture in your head of another woman's ass? That's just ... no! I don't think that was necessary at all. I understand his past, but why would you put that in a book? Just no!
I liked the Nova trilogy, wasn't perfect by a long shot, but the mystery kept me going. I did cringe a lot during the sex scenes, some words used to describe sex parts were just cringe worthy.
But at 10% Clove thinks something that it was what made me say finally it's enough. Seriously? You're jerking off to the picture in your head of another woman's ass? That's just ... no! I don't think that was necessary at all. I understand his past, but why would you put that in a book? Just no!
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May 7, 2016
This is Cove and Sophia continued. It is told mainly from Cove's point of view. It is sad and deep and even funny at times. mark is introduced in this book. He is a character you will love to hate. Another great read in the series.
July 30, 2015
What a great finale to a fabulous series. Love Coves POV, was a very emotional read but wow just wow.
September 13, 2015
I didnt like this as much as the first three. But my feelings for Cove haven't changed
October 28, 2015
Great, story I would recommend this book
I would recommend this book to grown women who need to slip into there own world for awhile. After having a busy day to release from
I would recommend this book to grown women who need to slip into there own world for awhile. After having a busy day to release from
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