3.5 stars! 
 Review at Of Pens and Pages 
 Unveiling Chaos is the second standalone in the Unveiling series told in alternating POVs. You don't have to necessarily read the first to read this book, but it would be nice to read the first book since most of the characters were introduced there. There is a subplot involving alcoholism and substance abuse. 
 Naomi's friends are worried about her when her boyfriend of five years breaks up with her and she doesn't end up a crying mess because of it. She misses him sometimes, but she's not that hang up over it. She tells her friends she's okay, and in a sense, she really is. 
 So when she asks her best friend to go with her to get a tattoo, her best friend takes it as a sign of showing weakness after a break-up. There, she mets the rugged tattoo artist, Damien, who although was incredibly good-looking, was also incredibly rude to her. They both feel an instant connection to one another, and soon it leads to a one-night stand they'll never forget. 
 After getting out of a long-term relationship, Naomi thinks she doesn't need to go into another one; she only wants to get laid. Damien is done with casual relationships and would only enter one if it's serious. Their FWB relationship turns into so much more, and as they get to know each other, they also face their demons--their parents, pasts, and future. 
 First of all, I would just like to say that the covers in the Unveiling Series look gorgeous! Especially this one! 
 Most people know I'm more of a slow-burn relationship fan, so I wasn't too into Damien and Naomi's relationship, which was pretty instant. Yes, they started out as friends with benefits, but they seemed to fall in love with each other pretty instantly, too; Damien especially. He said the quote below right after sleeping with her for the first time. 
 Of the handful of girls I'd been with, no one had been special, no one had stood out; and yet after only three encounters with Naomi, I felt done for. She was smart, funny, and gorgeous, and I couldn't imagine how much faster I'd fall after a couple of dates." 
 While I wasn't the biggest fan of Damien and Naomi's relationship, I loved the whole dynamic between siblings and friends. Damien was more of a father-figure to his sister, Eleanor, but the care and affection is mutual. Naomi's friendship with her friends was touching since they always look out for each other. 
 It had its sweet moments, but Unveiling Chaos is not a light read. It deals with addiction and its effects on the addict and the people surrounding him/her. My heart broke for Naomi, and I definitely understood her reluctance to renew a relationship with her now sober mother. I also felt for Damien and Eleanor as they deal with life without the help and support of their parents. 
 If you're a fan of FWB stories with alpha heroes and sassy heroines, you might enjoy this book and series. 
 *Complimentary copy given in exchange for an honest review. 
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