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Every woman needs an Omar Solomon in her life. And every man needs a Jules in his corner. Dylan Allen weaves a seductive and deeply emotional tale in The Mastermind. Sensual. Heart pounding.

Omar Solomon is called as the Mastermind because he can play the long game and makes moves before anyone can anticipate. Ex soccer star. Current business tycoon. But he was not ready for the phenomenon called Julian Quist who he meets in London while on a much needed break from family and business. She is a barrister and a candle maker and a bartender. And she has a past. But she cannot resist Omar's proposal of a no strings arrangement. What will happen when her lies come out?

Like any Dylan Allen novel, you can expect the characters are complex with complicated history that left marks on their soul. Omar is seen as this charismatic, gorgeous, sharp minded and alpha man by the world. But he has deeply hidden anger and guilt and pain. Jules had a dark past but she fought like a queen to beat her demons and become someone proud and accomplished. That doesn't mean she is perfect but her scars make her the amazing woman she is today. Omar and Jules have amazing chemistry from the beginning but their issues made them scared of asking for more. But they healed together and with each other. Jules made Omar see the beauty of forgiveness and fresh start. And Omar acted as her protector when she needed one. The feels were raw and heartaching as they tackled the obstacles. The secrets and twists made this story an exciting one as I kept on turning the pages to know what is happening next.

I reviewed an early copy voluntarily