Wow! The Surprises Keep Coming In The Dramatic Conclusion To Kash & Bailey’s Angsty Trilogy. The Romantic Thriller Concludes As Bailey Struggles To Move Forward & Kash Sets About To Take Down His Grandfather. Their Story Has A Great Blend Of Mystery, Romance, & Angst. The Couple Has Fabulous Chemistry In This Exciting Final Book In The Insiders Trilogy.


This is the third nail-biting book in an angsty trilogy that follows the story of Bailey Hayes. This book goes much deeper into her beau’s story, however, and Kashton Colello has spent his life preparing for a deadly showdown with his grandfather, Calhoun Bastian, the sixth most wealthy man in the world. Bastian values money over anything – including his own family. He leads by fear. The couple’s story is a thriller. It takes Bailey from an unassuming computer genius from a small town outside of Chicago to the suddenly-privileged daughter of the iconic software titan that she idolizes. Raised by Bailey’s father, Kash has spent years avoiding the public eye and preparing for his grandfather’s wrath. When he finally steps up to take over what is rightfully his inheritance, it puts a target not only on his back but on the backs of those he loves most dearly.

FROM THE INSIDERS, BOOK ONE:

Bailey Hayes, twenty-two, has led a fairly normal life in her small hometown of Brookley about an hour outside of Chicago. Her father had died when she was small, so it was always just her and her larger-than-life single mother, who works as a nurse at the hospital. Chrissy Hayes is fiercely independent and stubborn, and while some single moms might appreciate a helping hand, Chrissy never liked handouts. The two are very close, although Chrissy’s colorful character sometimes makes Bailey feel like the adult in the relationship. Bailey had developed a love for computers while in elementary school, earning her the nickname Brainiac Bailey. Her idol is Peter Francis. Like Bailey, Peter Francis has a photographic memory. He is CEO of Phoenix Tech, a Fortune 500 company that deals in cyber security. Bailey’s dream is to one day work there. And though her hacking skills are good enough to get her a job now, her mother insists on an education. Bailey starts work on her master’s degree in three months. She plans to study information systems. And like with her undergraduate studies, she has earned a scholarship from Phoenix Tech to help pay her way.

When Bailey is accosted by a group of men in her home one evening, men who make mention of a rich father, nothing makes sense. She somehow survives the attack but soon learns that everything she knew about her late father was a lie. It is no coincidence that she has so much in common with Peter Francis since he is in fact her father. And her relation to him has now made her a target. Though her idol clearly has no interest in a relationship with her, it turns out he feels obligated to ensure her safety. Kashton Colello represents him, and he gives Bailey a choice: witness protection with her mother, or come with him, meet her siblings, and her mother can return home.

Kash’s presence seems to capture the attention of anyone in the same room with him, and Bailey is not immune to his allure. He appears to be just a few years older than her. He is commanding and exudes confidence. Still, Bailey doesn’t like being told what to do. But she already knows a considerable amount about her father’s personal life from reading about him over the years, and she doesn’t want to let the opportunity to learn more pass. Stepping into a world where money is no object is a bit of a shock, and Bailey doesn’t just feel like an outsider – she is treated like one. Her relation to Peter Francis is meant to remain a secret, so she is officially staying with Kash as his guest and a very old family friend of his.

Kash, though, is shrouded in mystery. He comes and goes without explanation, and his relationship with the Francis family is exceedingly odd. He is largely treated like family and yet sometimes oddly revered by them. He was orphaned and raised by Peter as one of his own. Bailey cannot help but be attracted to him, though his good looks and the respect he commands convince her that those feelings would not be reciprocated. Bailey knows she is no competition to the likes of Victoria and her friends. Bailey lacks the wardrobe and social standing that seem so important to the Francis family and their friends.

According to plan, Bailey’s introduction to the family as Kash’s guest gives her the opportunity to get to know her younger half-siblings, Cyclone (Curtis) and Seraphina, as well as their mother Quinn, who isn’t exactly pleased with Bailey’s presence. She also gets to know her older half-brother Matt, whose exploits she is already very well aware of thanks to his regular appearance in the gossip magazines. Her father, though, remains elusive.

As Kash works to bring down Arcane, the group responsible for her attempted kidnapping, Bailey struggles to find her place as a visitor in her own family. And as the barriers between her and Kash begin to come down, they find that their attraction to one another is too strong to deny. As the pair gets closer, though, Kash continues to harbor secrets. With the kidnappers still on the loose and without the support of her mother to help her weather the storm of uncertainty, Bailey begins to do things she never would have expected – like crying. No self-respecting Hayes woman cries.

With her heart so vulnerable with a man who seems devoted to her safety but incapable of truly opening up, Bailey bonds with her brother Matt, who parties like the tabloids suggest but is more complex than he is portrayed. Quinn makes it known that she is not thrilled with the present arrangements, and Bailey’s father seems determined to avoid her at all costs. Bailey begins to experience some breakthroughs in her new relationships, but danger waits on the horizon. This book concludes with some closure, but that doesn’t mean that the danger has all passed. It ends with a surprise as the story advances.

The story is written in first person in Bailey’s POV. I rate this book 4.5 stars.

FROM THE DAMAGED, BOOK TWO:

As book one came to a close, Bailey’s mother had taken temporary quarters at the main house in the Chesapeake Estates, and her father had finally come around. He publicly announced Bailey as his daughter at a party hosted at the estate, but that event gave Quinn, Bailey’s new stepmother, the opportunity she had been waiting for. Quinn needed to eliminate the threat she perceived that Bailey posed to her marriage and the status quo, so she arranged for a second kidnapping attempt. Kash had quickly come to her rescue, but beyond the physical damage, the damage to Bailey’s emotional well-being was very real. It left a deep imprint. Kash had moved Bailey into his city home, giving them both more privacy as she recovered. He thought they would be safe there, but when his grandfather bypassed security and showed up at his door, a new kind of fear took over. Quinn remained behind bars, but Calhoun Bastian had come to Chicago. The war between grandfather and grandson was imminent.

As this book opens, Bailey begins her first semester of graduate school at Hawking University. She has missed just one week of classes, and despite being approved for a longer leave of absence, she is desperate to return to a sense of normalcy. Technology and coding are her life, and immersing herself in her degree brings her comfort. More importantly, it helps to distract her from the memories that haunt her. She had heard her kidnappers’ plans for her, and she is desperate to bury that knowledge. Kash is concerned because she dropped her counseling after only two weeks, but she insists on moving forward with her life. Bailey remains stubborn and ever-determined to do things her way – she is a Hayes woman, after all.

Her mother continues to stay at the Chesapeake, but Bailey has been putting distance between herself and her family – both old and new. Initially, she was told to give Cyclone and Seraphina some space as they, too, underwent counseling to deal with their mother’s actions. But Bailey finds it difficult to return once she discovers that Quinn’s sister Payton has moved in to help with the children. Their likeness is uncanny, and it does not sit well with Bailey. Marie’s absence is notable, too, and it only leaves Bailey more unsettled. Matt is also upset by Marie’s mysterious absence, and he begins to spiral.

Kash has always stepped in to keep Matt out of trouble, but things seem to be changing. Kash’s role as protector of the Francis family continues, but he is stretched thin as he plots against his grandfather and embraces his love for Bailey. When his identity as one of the ten richest men in the world hits the media, it doesn’t help matters, either. People now know who he is – and who his grandfather is as well. It makes it harder for him to work under the radar. Bailey’s identity as the daughter of Peter Francis is splashed across the tabloids as well, which makes her security an even bigger challenge.

Kash begins to take over control of his inheritance as his birthday – probably his twenty-fifth – approaches. Peter has overseen some of it, but Kash is still uncovering some of his parents’ business interests. His mother was quite the businesswoman, he discovers. He takes over his father’s old office at Phoenix Tech, but Kash begins spending his evenings working out of his office at Naveah.

Naveah is Chicago’s hottest club and a hangout for Matt and his friends. Kash, too, had once been a regular. It had been run by Peter, but Kash is now stepping in to take control. Much centers around the club, which serves as Matt’s social hub. Kash’s business keeps him busy, though, and he spends a lot of time traveling. He plans to win the war against his grandfather, which means that he must stay ten steps ahead.

As Bailey continues to throw herself into her studies at Hawking University, she also begins to make new friends. She had never felt comfortable around Matt’s friends, so this is a positive change. But not everyone is welcoming, and being the daughter of Peter Francis proves to be a liability in some circumstances. When Calhoun Bastian tries to wiggle his way into her life, it becomes apparent that he has insiders. Someone has betrayed Bailey’s trust, and danger still sits at Bailey’s door.

As Kash works against the clock to stay ahead of his grandfather’s moves, he puts his relationship with Bailey at risk. They are challenged as a couple, but their biggest struggle is yet to come. As the book comes to a heart-stopping end following homecoming weekend, the plot thickens. It seems Chicago is on the brink of an all-out war, and nobody is safe.

The story is largely written in first person in Bailey’s POV. Unlike book one, Kash gets his own voice here. Nine of forty-seven chapters are in Kash’s POV. The final chapter is in Chase’s POV. I rate this book 4.5 stars.

IN THIS BOOK:

As book two came to a close, Kash made a move against his grandfather that could have put his relationship with Bailey at risk. Although he spent two years with Victoria, what they had was more of a convenience than a relationship, and while he recognized his inexperience with relationships, he yet took some steps that were highly questionable, particularly when they involved using Victoria and keeping it from Bailey. But even that proved less consequential than the events that followed his betrayal. When Matt began to spiral, Bailey provided him a distraction by way of a trip with all their friends to Colorado. The guest list was questionable, and trouble was inevitable. It showed a complete lack of judgment. But as the party weekend shifted into a family getaway with their parents and siblings, a breach of security led to tragedy, and Kash’s absence was sorely felt.

As this story opens, three weeks have passed since Bailey witnessed Chrissy’s execution. That had followed two kidnapping attempts and Kash’s betrayal, and Bailey finds herself disassociating as she tries to come to terms with the events. It eventually becomes clear that she has taken a leave of absence and has yet to finish her first semester of classes. It also becomes clear that Bastian is responsible for the hit in Colorado. Kash is torn as his need for revenge against his grandfather will necessarily take him from Bailey, who is not doing well. His grandfather is on the defense after his latest move made him a target of the law, and Kash sees the pieces falling into place as he circles his increasingly desperate grandfather.

In the meantime, the family pulls together as Quinn’s trial approaches, putting everyone on edge. But there is one big question mark that could change everything for Kash, who has been keeping a secret. He captured an intruder in his apartment – a man that, from all appearances, is Kash’s twin brother. Chase Bastian is clever and dangerous, and when he escapes, there is no way of predicting how he factors into their grandfather’s plans. There are twists and turns along the road as Kash and Bailey work to escape danger and overcome the emotional turmoil they are left with. A few surprises open the door for much joy, and the couple eventually finds a very happy ending. The epilogue is very satisfying.

Wow! The surprises keep coming in the dramatic conclusion to Kash and Bailey’s angsty story. There is a lot to wrap up here, and the story keeps you on the edge of your seat. It does take a while to get into it, however. Book two ended with a bang, and this opens up with Bailey in a dream-like state. The reader is nearly as lost as Bailey at this point. There were seemingly very pressing matters that would have followed the close of book two, so it feels like there is a disconnect when the consequences are not spelled out and do not seem to follow. Some are never even addressed. Nevertheless, the story eventually picks up and draws you in.

Some issues merit mention. *Spoilers* Victoria basically declares war in book two, and she seems to be potentially involved in Chrissy’s execution. Her declaration divided her friends from Matt, and even some of Matt’s friends seemed to be peeling off. While Kash assumes power and has the ability to make them line up, it felt as if the divide Victoria opened up was as much personal as it was about power and money. I anticipated the various families going to war in this book, and that never did happen. Further, when Victoria later downplays her feelings for Kash, it ignores her very personal reaction to his rejection, among other things. Her eventual appearance at Naveah only highlights her need to make things all about herself. There is a personality flaw at play with her that goes beyond her circumstances. That Matt’s friends fall in with her at the time felt odd without any explanation, and that Kash gave her so much attention only made him look weak – and gave her the power she always craves. Granted it served a purpose in the plot, but again, it felt wrong. She may have been a victim, but that does not excuse her bullying. She can be a victim and also unworthy of being included in their circle of friends. I did not mind learning about her story, and the context was meaningful, but I did not like seeing her behavior excused, particularly her behavior towards Bailey. Finally, there is no mention of how Victoria is cleared of suspicion for the kidnapping and the execution. I would have presumed, just like in Bailey’s second kidnapping attempt at the end of book one, that Victoria would have taken some of the blame for this. Why she seems to be involved, even in a tangential way, but is never held to account, is unclear. Even if there is no case against her legally, one might expect her associations with those responsible, as well as her proximity to the events, to have triggered some stronger feelings against her. Kash’s tolerance at times feels like an obvious betrayal to Bailey. It becomes apparent that Kash’s grandfather is responsible, but again, that does not preclude Victoria’s involvement as well. As for Quinn’s trial, Bailey would conceivable be a key witness, but she doesn’t seem to have any involvement in the case.

The ending of this story pulls it all together nicely, and I would love to see more stories grow out of this trilogy and the Francis family. Matt’s story, for one, would be a great read. There is a hint of a girl (Tory?) catching his eye, although he still seems to have wandering eyes, so maybe things have not exactly started yet between the two. Twelve-year-old Seraphina’s crush on Tony Cottweiler (roughly twenty-two), who is Matt’s friend, sets them up for an eventual age-gap, brother’s best friend romance.

Kash and Bailey’s story is full of unexpected twists and turns. While their love deepens, so do the complications that threaten their happiness. Kash is all in, but he has never been in love before. He lives in black and white, so he struggles with the grey areas. Bailey is a ticking time bomb full of buried emotions waiting to burst through. She pretends to be fine when in reality she is nothing but. Kash patiently supports her through her trauma, but there is no way to control where or when she will crash.

This book is the weakest of the trilogy, but it is still a worthwhile read. Note that I am reviewing an ARC copy, so it is possible a few things have since changed. That said, there are several instances in which one character or another does something predictably dumb and seemingly out of character. These instances obviously advance the plot, but they are distracting. This book starts out slow, but it builds to an eventful end that pulls it all together.

Kash and Bailey’s romantic thriller concludes as Bailey struggles to move forward. Kash sets about to take down his grandfather, working tirelessly in the process. The couple is tested as they are faced with danger. This book has a great blend of mystery, romance, and angst. It is intelligent and keeps you guessing. The couple has fabulous chemistry in this exciting final book in The Insiders trilogy. It is well-written. It is plot-driven. The characters are well-developed. There is much more written in Kash’s point of view in this book, giving more insight into his character, which has been rather mysterious until now. The story is told in first person. The POV alternates between Kash and Bailey. I rate this book 4.5 stars (because if you’ve read this far, you have to get through the end of this angsty trilogy).

I received an advance copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

This book was amazing, what a perfect ending and wrap up for this series. As usual Bailey is one super smart, cocky, independent woman that never wants to back down and is fiercely loyal and protective of the ones she loves. Kash is sexy as ever, dangerous to anyone that dare cross him or put his loved ones in danger. I will say there are many surprises, schemes, and shockers in this book. There were many times I cried, times I swooned, and times I got angry. Just the perfect mix to keep me on the edge of my seat. The ending was the best epilogue ever. I will miss these characters.

The Revenge is a fantastic ending to this trilogy! I loved all the angst and intense emotion we get, in addition to the anxiety as we try to figure out what is really going on and how it will all be resolved. In some ways, this couldn't be more perfect in terms of what I want from my romance. Kash is caring, protective and through actions shows again and again that Bailey means everything to him, even above his own need for revenge. At the same time, they have so many things going on around them that threaten them and their chance at happiness. There were small pieces that I sort of wished had played out a little differently, but in the end it didn't matter because what you do get with Kash and Bailey eclipsed all of that.

I did not realize this was book number 3 in a series, but regardless this book was easy to follow with the book review that the author included and I loved the character dynamic and plot. The only downside is it ended with a cliffhanger. Will have to read the rest of the books in this series.

What fantastic and thrilling conclusion to The Insiders Trilogy! The Revenge was everything I hoped it would be and more. Picking up where the previous novel left off, the author takes the reader on an engaging journey full romance, suspense and intrigue.

Bailey steadfastly remained strong and very likable heroine. I admired her perseverance and adored her quirky personality. Then there is Kash who continued to endear himself to me. Swoon! The chemistry between these two was still going strong. I was also ecstatic to be reunited with all of the secondary characters. I loved the interactions between Bailey, Cash, and especially her siblings and the roles that they all play within the story.

I do feel that the book started off slow. However, once the pace of the story picked up, I was completely drawn into the story and was unable to put the book down. True to this author’s other works she does cleverly weave in twists and turns that may throw the reader for a loop. Along with the suspenseful scenes, there are some rather emotional and angst moments as well. Overall, I really enjoyed this read and it is the perfect, revengeful conclusion to this trilogy!

Tijan knows how to write a twisty romance for sure. I will be recommending this to my followers who are obsessed with romance.

This was a page turner. I could tell that there were books that came before this one since they would reference stuff during this story. I hadn’t read the first or second book but this one was great. It had a lot of excitement and had a few curveballs.

This trilogy was intense and while knowing I would be surprised with events I didn’t think could/would happen, I still found myself gasping for a time or two. Tijan wrote a perfect ending to her Insiders trilogy. Bailey and Kash’s story is well worth a read and one you may come to again and again as the story with all twists and surprises throughout the series.

Finally! The epic conclusion we’ve been waiting for. I have been hooked on Kash and Bailey since the very first book and have immensely enjoyed their journey. And let me tell you, The Revenge is everything fans of The Insiders series have been waiting for.

The Revenge picks up right where the doozy of a cliffhanger from The Damaged left off and this book leaves no stone unturned. If you had questions, you better sit down and buckle in because you are not ready for the answers. This book had so many twists and turns it left my head spinning. I was kept on my toes and left to roll with the punches. I couldn’t wait to see what would happen next.

Kash and Bailey once again stepped up to the plate and showed us, readers, why we should root for them. Their loyalty and love for one another continues to knock my socks off and I know there is no storm these two can not weather.

There is so much I wish I could say right now, but I’m keeping my lips sealed. All I can tell you is to get ready. You thought the other books in this series were intense, but you haven’t seen anything yet. The Revenge pulls out all of the stops and leaves readers with the most satisfying and well-deserved ending. I loved everything about this book from beginning to end and look forward to seeing what this author has in store for us readers next.

In the conclusion of Bailey and Kash’s story we get a lot of answers, more steam, action, and intense moments. Bailey is still trying to figure life out after the last book, she is living life through a fog, yet not truly living and those around her are worried. Kash has already proven time again that he will do anything for Bailey, and he does, but now he feels almost helpless as he must stand by and watch her struggle. There are so many things happening in this book especially with Kash trying to take down his grandfather, but one thing that remains the same is the devotion and love Kash and Bailey have. It’s packed with action, steam, and a lot of emotions but what really got me was all the shocks of surprises. I don’t want to reveal much because if you’ve read books one and two you need this book, so you get that closure and see if they get their hea. This was an epic ending for this series and I loved the journey we have taken with the characters; I really hope we see more of them in the future.

I love the first 2 books of this series and this didn’t disappoint .I loved it, I’d definitely recommend to my family and friends

Holy cannoli! This series has been an absolute ride. The Revenge is probably the most intense book the series, and the plot packs one hell of a punch. So much goes down in this book, but Tijan leaves no loose threads! It was phenomenal.

Bailey and Kash have both been through the ringer, but this was the perfect conclusion to their story. His loyalty to her and everything he did to keep her safe is literal book boyfriend goals. I’m so glad they came out of this madhouse of a series strong!

Thank you Netgalley and SMP for the arc!

Before i write my review of this book, i have to Give A HUGE thank you to NetGalley, St. Martin's Press for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

The Revenge
By: Tijan
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5/5

Dmnn this this book!! .. Nooo!The whole series was incredible !!. It has been a week since i finished this series and I'm still thinking about it. The Most amazing part was the twist in this book, you wouldn't not believe how good its. This book is intense, suspenseful,action packed, sweet, heartbreaking! ! It really had me on the edge of my sit the whole time.

The ending of this book was the best one that Bailey and Kash deserve. They went through so much, nothing couldn't have separate their love.

Bailey deserves nothing but the best because she sure went through a hell of a roller coaster. And Kash is the definition of the best thing that has ever happen to Bailey. He is swoon worthy for sure!

I can't wait for this book to come out so that you all can experience how good this book IS<333

xoxo

so grateful for netgalley for providing me with this arc! Did i read this book not knowing it was a trilogy? yes indeed. At first I was a little hesitant starting this knowing i didn’t know any details about the characters but then as i read further I realised, that damn, this book was epic.

Bailey and Kash have been through a lot together. They are the end game. Their relationship was so beautiful. I often read in books where the guy has to break the girls heart in order to “protect” her but never in Tijan books. Her books make my heart swell and make me want to scream, cry and throw up. It was beautiful how Kash and Bailey seemed to trust each other and confide breaking the normal stereotype.

The plot was amazing. Bailey has a hyper active memory, which proved difficult for her but her hacking skills were impeccable. As a person who’s literally not a computer geek, I loved every aspect of this part. Bailey’s confidence, and the way she manoeuvres for her man, holy shite man. It was amazeballs.

The writing style was easy, comprehensible, fluent. There was no part where I had been bored. Throughout the book I was on an edge thinking about what’s going to happen. I loved the banger, the characters were very easy to connect to, I loved their banter and felt like i was a part of the cheraspeake household <3

DNF ~ I’ve liked other books by Tijan before and so when I saw one pop up on netgalley I grabbed it…became apparent quickly that it wasn’t the first in a series and there wasn’t enough info to grab me without having the backstory. Stuck with it for a bit but really couldn’t get hooked on the characters.

Giving 3 stars because of past books and because I don’t think it’s fair for me to star on the portion I read.

All these plot twists are giving me whiplash. OMG it makes the story so interesting! And if I was hot for Kash before, this book melted me. He is the most patient man when it comes to giving Bailey space but always being a strong constant for her. A protector. She is having to deal with heavy trauma. But little by little, now she is thirsty for revenge. What a way to end this series! Seeing them both in action, in their element, extra focus to finally get rid of the threat and start a life without worry, is like art.

This was soo good. The spice was too on point and I loved the characters. I am still gushing about this one.

I felt that the pacing of this book was a bit off. I found the romance to be lackluster but the story was interesting enough. It took me longer to read than expected because the book would catch my attention and then it would fade and then catch my attention again. I would be hesitant to recommend this series to a friend.

This was a spectacular conclusion to this trilogy. I felt the anticipation the entire book and the plot kept me on my toes until the very end. When I was in the last few chapters, I was honestly worried it would end with another cliffhanger, but thankfully it doesn't and the story is finished now.

Kash and Bailey felt a lot more real this time around. They pushed against each other as Bailey fought through her grief and used that grief to push her into Kash's world. Their fights felt real and honest yet you could still feel the love between them.

Their love was so strong and was definitely at the center of this novel and their story in general. However, the family storyline in this book was strong especially with Matt and Bailey aka Team Batt.

I love Tijan's stories. Whatever they write, I will read it. Drama, action, romance, dynamic characters, and last but not least violence make the stories go round. I will definitely recommend this story to others.