Deal with the Devil

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  • ID: 9689
  • Added: 2026-01-01
  • Updated: 2026-01-01
  • ISBN: 9781250209351
  • Publisher: Tor Books
  • Published: 2020-07-28
  • Reviews: 3

Nina is an information broker leading a team of mercenary librarians who use their knowledge to help the desperate in a post-apocalyptic America. Knox, the hardened captain of the Silver Devils, has gone AWOL with his squad to avoid committing atrocities. Their paths collide, and the intense attraction between them adds to the danger. They must decide whether to burn down the world together or join forces to survive. This near-future science fiction series blends action, romance, and high stakes in a world on the brink.

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BiblioSanctum · 2020-08-06
thrilling 4.50

The book is a dystopian adventure with strong sexual tensions, featuring the clash of two mercenary squads. The characters are well-developed and the world-building is impressive.

This book is a thrilling dystopian adventure that keeps you on the edge of your seat. The sexual tension between the characters adds an exciting layer to the story. The clash between the two mercenary squads is intense and well-crafted, making it a compelling read. The world-building is impressive, with a detailed and immersive setting that draws you in. The characters are well-developed, each with their own unique personalities and motivations, which adds depth to the story.


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    Deal with the Devil by Kit Rocha is a dystopian adventure with strong undercurrents of sexual tensions, featuring the clash of two mercenary squads forced to work together.

    The world-building is impressive, with a detailed and immersive setting that draws you in.

    The characters are well-developed, each with their own unique personalities and motivations, which adds depth to the story.

Books, Bones, Buffy · Tammy · 2020-08-03
engaging 4.00

The interactions among all the characters were what made the book work. Each character is detailed and well-crafted, adding depth to the story.

What really made Deal with the Devil work for me were the interactions among all the characters. Rocha gives each one a fairly detailed backstory and personality, which makes them feel real and relatable. The dynamics between the characters are well-executed, adding layers of complexity to the story. The plot is engaging and keeps you turning the pages, but it's the characters that truly shine. The world-building is also noteworthy, creating a rich and immersive setting that enhances the overall reading experience.


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    What really made Deal with the Devil work for me were the interactions among all the characters.

    Rocha gives each one a fairly detailed backstory and personality, which makes them feel real and relatable.

    The dynamics between the characters are well-executed, adding layers of complexity to the story.

Smexy Books · Angela · 2020-07-29
joyful 4.50

The book was a joy to read with deep world-building that felt fresh. The characters and their interactions were particularly engaging.

This book is a joy to read, with deep world-building that feels fresh and exciting. Even if you are familiar with the previous series set in this world, the story still manages to surprise and delight. The characters are well-written and their interactions are engaging, making it easy to become invested in their journeys. The plot is well-paced and keeps you hooked until the very end.


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    This book was a joy to read.

    The worldbuilding has depth and felt fresh, despite my already being familiar with the previous series' set in this world.

    The characters and their interactions were particularly engaging.