WHEN LIES UNFOLD by RC Boldt-review tour

Amazon.com / Amazon.ca / B&N / KOBO / Google Play /

ABOUT THE BOOK: Release Date May 23, 2024

The moment I witness a murder, my quiet, careful existence goes up in smoke. I’m thrust into the world of Santiago Hernández, Central America’s most ruthless cartel leader.

In exchange for my life, I’m placed under his watchful eye. Day in and day out, he waits for me to betray my promise of silence.

The longer I stay in his world, the deeper I fall for the glimpses of the man beneath that handsome yet cunning exterior. The man whose possessive touch ignites a long-lost part of me.

But I should know better than to open my heart to a cold-blooded criminal with a laundry list of deadly sins and secrets. Especially when he has no idea who I really am.

Because when the lies unfold, he’ll discover I have a list of sins and secrets of my own.

••••••

REVIEW: WHEN LIES UNFOLD by RC Boldt is a stand alone, contemporary, adult, crime world, romance story line focusing on Central America cartel leader Santiago Hernandez, and twenty-nine year old, cleaning lady Lola Arias.

NOTE: Due to the nature of the story line premise including graphic violence, there WILL BE triggers for more sensitive readers.

Told from dual first person perspectives (Lola and Santiago) WHEN LIES UNFOLD follows in the wake of a murder. Lola Arias is the lone witness to a murder while cleaning her client’s home but when she is discovered by the people responsible, including cartel leader Santiago Hernandez, Lola finds herself a virtual prisoner, able to do her job, but with a caveat and security watching her every move. Santiago Hernandez struggles between head and heart knowing he should take out the only witness but something about Lola tugs at his heart. Moving Lola into his home is his first line of offense but when Lola charms and falls for Santiago’s only daughter, our hero finds himself falling for the woman as well. What ensues is the building romance and relationship between Lola and Santiago, and the potential fall-out when Lola’s secrets reveals a connection to the man in charge.

The world building is complex. We are up close and personal with Lola’s past, her ability to heal when others cannot, and her love for a young child whose own past is dark and lonely. Santiago Hernandez’ reputation precedes his introduction to our story line heroine but Lola refuses to acknowledge any connection or the truth about her past.

The relationship between Lola and Santiago begins as jailer and captive. Santiago’s men have no idea why he has saved the life of the only witness but as the story line develops, there is something more about Lola that Santiago cannot ignore. The $ex scenes are intimate and provocative.

There is a large ensemble cast of colorful, energetic and interesting characters including her best friend Sabrina; Santiago’s six year old daughter Alma; his right men Nando, Gordo, Luis,Diego, Miguel: CIA agent Juarez; crime boss Hidalgo Carrera and Santiago’s ex Keyna. I am hoping the author has future story plans for Sabrina, Nando, Gordo and Alma.

WHEN LIES UNFOLD is a story of power and control, betrayal and vengeance, secrets and lies, abuse and survival, acceptance and love. The premise is dark, gritty and dramatic; the romance is provocative; the characters are broken, dynamic and determined.

Copy supplied for review

Reviewed by Sandy

RC Boldt enjoys long walks on the beach, running, reading, people watching, and singing karaoke. If you’re in the mood for some killer homemade mojitos, can’t recall the lyrics to a particular 80’s song, or just need to hang around a nonconformist who will do almost anything for a laugh, she’s your girl.

Website: http://www.rcboldtbooks.com
Email: rcboldtbooks@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rcboldtauthor
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/14543027.R_C_Boldt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rcboldt
Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/profile/rc-boldt
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/RC-Boldt/e/B016OKF4QE