Reviewing: Accomplice to the Villain (Assistant to the Villain #3) by Hannah Nicole Maehrer

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Book Blurb:

Once Upon a Time meets The Office in Hannah Nicole Maehrer’s laugh-out-loud viral TikTok series turned novel, about the sunshine assistant to an Evil Villain…and their unexpected romance.

Evie Sage thrives as assistant to The Villain, a swoon-worthy mastermind with a cloak obsession. But as war between the monarchy and Rhyme rebels intensifies, and The Villain’s dark secrets unravel, Evie faces a high-stakes challenge. She must save her boss, protect her found family, and secure her future in a world on the brink. Accomplice to the Villain blends rapid-fire action, witty banter, and heart-stopping twists, delivering a fantasy romance that leaves you aching for more.

Let’s talk about the book:

If you think you know where this series is headed, think again. Accomplice to the Villain cranks things up several notches without missing a beat. The pacing is absolutely relentless, pulling you deeper into the chaos from the very first chapter. This book barely lets you breathe between plot twists, magical mishaps, and surprisingly emotional moments. I slipped into Accomplice to the Villain via audiobook, and holy smokes, Em Eldridge’s narration is a spellbinding treat! Her voice brings Evie’s sass and Trystan’s brooding charm to life, making every heart-racing moment pop.

Trystan and Evie’s chemistry crackles like a summer storm, their banter and tender glances (well, vocal glances) leaving me giddy. Their relationship evolves and develops in this book, from a slow burning fire to a full fledged raging inferno. But that’s not even the highlight here. What really blew me away was the way the story builds. The first two books laid the groundwork, but this one layers twist upon twist until you’re on the edge of your seat, every quirky side character, frog crown, and prophecy gone haywire build up to an ending that is, quite literally, killer. I was furiously flipping (well, listening) to chapters, gasping at the turns, and laughing out loud, all in one sitting.

That ending, though? It’s a dagger to the heart: shocking, raw, and so perfectly devastating I’m still reeling. No spoilers, but it’s the kind of closer that demands a group chat to process. Maehrer’s blend of humor, heart, and high-octane drama is pure gold, and Eldridge’s narration elevates it to obsession level. This is the series’ best yet, and I’m already counting days until book four. Add this to your TBR, you need this chaos in your life!

Would I recommend it?

Heck yes! Accomplice to the Villain is a whirlwind of wit, romance, and jaw-dropping twists. Em Eldridge’s narration makes every moment sparkle, perfect for fantasy fans craving heart and chaos. This is a must-listen that’ll leave you obsessed. Get your copy and grab those headphones—you won’t want to miss this! The wait for the next book might just be the death of me.

Share your (Whatsapp group chat) thoughts:

I can’t create a Whatsapp group chat to discuss this, but we still have the comments section. What did you think of the book? How do you feel about the ending? Did it kill you as much as it did me? Let’s “whats-app” in the comments below.

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