A review by station12reads
A Game of Deceit and Desire by Ruby Roe

adventurous challenging emotional mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

"This is a steamy lesbian fantasy romance with rivals to lovers, forbidden romance, only one bed, found family, forced proximity, and tons of spice."

In Book 3 of the Girl Games universe, Ruby Roe delivers all the steam and angst promised in this dual POV lesbian fantasy. When the crown discovers a plot to break former under lord Roman out of prison using the Runic Games as a cover, Princess Morrigan asks Remy to work undercover and scout the competition to find the culprits. But when Remy is paired up in the competition with her biggest rival, Bella, the spying gets complicated as she begins to fall in love. Meanwhile, Bella, terrified by the idea that Roman will escape and what would happen to her if she doesn't help him, struggles with her ever-growing feelings for Remy as she scrambles to find a way to destroy Roman before he breaks out. 

This story was an incredible continuation of the Girl Games universe. The dueling POVs added an incredible sense of anticipation. And HOT DAMN did the steam between these two MCs lead to some fantastically spicy scenes!! 🥵🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

I practically devoured this book over night. I am so ready for Red's spicy enemies to lovers vampire romance!

A big thank you to @sachablackauthor for the ARC! I have loved every minute of reading the Girl Games series.