Ruby Malice by Naomi West

Ruby Malice

Rich, ruthless, and impossible to resist

Written byNaomi West
Length12h32m
Release dateJuly 11, 2023
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.5 (6 ratings)

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AuthorNaomi West
NarratorAlexander Cendese, Angelina Rocca
Runtime12h32m
PublishedJuly 11, 2023
Rating★★★★☆ 4.5 / 5 (6 ratings)
CategoriesRomance, Contemporary, Romantic Suspense
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Naomi West’s *Ruby Malice* is the kind of romance that doesn’t just push boundaries—it bulldozes them with stiletto heels. Picture this: Kirill Zaitsev, a man who treats kindness like a personal insult, his icy arrogance dripping off every syllable. He’s the CEO who fires employees via spreadsheet, the billionaire who buys silence with stock options, and the kind of villain who’d make Machiavelli blush. Enter Ruby, the razor-witted photographer whose camera lens is the only thing sharp enough to slice through his armor. Their chemistry isn’t a slow burn—it’s a wildfire, fueled by power plays, scorching glances, and a plot that twists harder than a pretzel at a county fair. West doesn’t just write steam; she simmers it under layers of suspense, leaving you breathless between pages (or in this case, chapters). The audiobook elevates it further with Alexander Cendese’s velvety baritone, which drips with the kind of smug amusement you’d expect from a man who’s always three steps ahead. Angelina Rocca’s narration adds a fiery contrast, her voice crackling with the kind of defiance that makes you root for Ruby even when Kirill’s darkness feels inescapable.

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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I went into *Ruby Malice* expecting a standard enemies-to-lovers romance, but Naomi West delivered something far more delicious: a story where the villain isn’t just hot—he’s hypnotic. Kirill Zaitsev is the kind of antagonist who should make readers furious, yet Cendese’s narration makes him impossible to ignore. His delivery is smooth as aged whiskey, each word laced with the kind of arrogance that’s infuriating and addictive. Rocca, meanwhile, gives Ruby the sharp edge she needs, her voice dripping with sarcasm and steel. The production quality is top-tier, with seamless transitions between their dueling perspectives. That said, the middle act drags a bit—West relies too heavily on Kirill’s POV, making Ruby’s chapters feel like pit stops in a marathon. The twist ending also lands with a thud rather than a bang; the reveal is telegraphed miles away. Still, the chemistry between the leads and the relentless tension keep you hooked. If you crave romances where the love story burns hotter than the mystery, this one’s a lit match.

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