A review by feelinnocane
Shadowplay by Angel M. Shaw

dark emotional reflective slow-paced

4.25

 I must warn you, this is a slow burn. Personally, I try to avoid slow burns like the plague, but someone recommended this series to me, saying it was good, so I decided to give it a try. This is Book 1 of the Devils in D.C. series, and it is excellent.

Winter (FMC) is an inspiring psychologist with her own history of trauma and anxiety, and she is accompanied by her service dog, Kitty. She meets Hunter (MMC) and his son, August, while interviewing for a job to help August. There’s an immediate attraction on both sides, and though they try to fight it, this is a romance, after all.

Winter’s past trauma has limited her social interactions, which leads her to conduct August’s therapy sessions at his home. This arrangement not only helps August feel more comfortable but also allows Winter to navigate her own boundaries. The mental health representation in this book is phenomenal.

The story is compelling, heartfelt, and yes, it gets steamy. I 100% recommend this series. Oathbreaker and Reverie are Books 2 and 3, respectively, and they’re just as captivating.