???? ʀᴇᴠɪᴇᴡ ????”Lɪɢʜᴛs Oᴜᴛ” ʙʏ Nᴀᴠᴇssᴀ Aʟʟᴇɴsᴛᴏʀʏ: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐sᴘɪᴄᴇ: ????️????️????️????️????️I have to start with this was my first read from this author and I went in blind. I knew it was a masked/stalker romance and, being a ???????????????? ???????????????????????????? girlie, I was definitely down to give it a shot and dove right in…and I’m glad I finally did! I went in with absolutely no expectations…turns out, there was some delicious spice and hilarious banter from the black cat x chaotic hilarious golden retriever in this story and I’m so here for it!Overall, this was a really fun, fast-paced read with a twisty storyline that kept me entertained while laughing out loud. Not even 10% in and I was laughing out loud at both main characters’ inner (and outer) dialog! ???? Aly is a trauma ER nurse with a secret mask kink, social media stalking various online masked man accounts to blow off steam from her constant work schedule. Her favorite is the Faceless Man, who posts online thirst traps religiously three times a week for thousands of feral, fellow masked man fans. Then she drunk texts her on again/off again friend with benefits a screenshot of the Faceless Man asking for some masked fun…getting an instant denial (bummer). Little does she know, her FWB shows his roommate, Josh…not realizing his roommate IS the Faceless Man who is all too willing to give Aly what she wants! Talk about a lucky girl ???? Insert instalust, online stalking, breaking and entering, delightfully funny, filthy, dominant unhinged shenanigans and you have yourself a fun little stalker romcom. I’m a new Navessa Allen fan! ????????????????????????????????It’s worth mentioning some of the reviews posted about the second half of the story surrounding Aly’s estranged cousins/uncle where the plot seems to go on a little tangent. Personally, I didn’t really have any issue with it as it actually made sense in the context of the story in my opinion. It introduces several more characters and (I’m guessing) sets up potential subsequent books in the series while tying up this plot in a neat little bow. Is it ????% factual, no of course not, but that’s the beauty of fiction: it doesn’t have to be! I followed along just fine, enjoyed the plot twists, and laugh out loud moments ???? so I didn’t have any problem with it and just went along for the ride!Was this book as dark as I expect my ???????????????? ???????????????????????????????? to be? Absolutely not. Are there dark themes and descriptions of dark acts? Yep. Did it have spicy, spicy scenes involving a masked, hot, tattooed, morally gray, filthy dominant man taking control and giving us all what we want? ????%! Did I enjoy it? ????????????????????????, ???? ???????????????????????????????????????? ???????????????????? ????????! And the fantastically hilarious banter and fun development of the main characters was worth the read in my opinion (I really love them!)This book is the “lite” edition of dark romance, a dark romcom if that’s such a thing, with a delightfully funny, chaotically sexy, unhinged and morally gray ???????????????????????? ???????????????????????????????????? MMC crossed with ???????????????????? ????????????, boss lady FMC energy. If you’re a hardcore dark romance girl and all the details that entails? You might not like this book. However, if you like funny, rom-coms with a dark theme, light BDSM with questionable toys, filthy talking, hot masked men with random plot twists and a strong FMC? You definitely want to read this one! I loved it and I’ll definitely be back for book #2, whenever that one comes out ???? I haven’t read B&BB but I’m told this is similar FYI.Bottomline: It’s a spicy, fun read that will have you simultaneously laughing out loud and falling in love with the main characters and their fur baby, Fred the cat. ????ℎ???? ???????????????????????? ????ℎ???????? ???????????????????? ????????????????????ℎ????????, ???????????????????? ????????????????????ℎ????????. ???????? Let that marinate for a minute… Read it, you’re welcome lol! ????OH! And PS the audio version of this book is ????????????????????????????????????????! I don’t usually listen to audio books BUT the male narrator deserves a medal and an award! Literally the BEST!ᴛʀᴏᴘᴇs:????sᴛᴀʟᴋᴇʀ/ᴍᴀsᴋᴇᴅ ᴍᴀɴ ᴘʟᴀʏ☠️ᴅᴀʀᴋ ʀᴏᴍᴀɴᴄᴇ (“ʟɪᴛᴇ” ᴇᴅɪᴛɪᴏɴ)????ᴅᴀʀᴋ ʀᴏᴍᴄᴏᴍ????ʜᴇ ꜰᴀʟʟs ꜰɪʀsᴛ ᴀɴᴅ ʜᴀʀᴅ☠️sᴇᴄʀᴇᴛ ɪᴅᴇɴᴛɪᴛʏ????sᴏꜰᴛ ᴅᴏᴍ/BDSM sᴄᴇɴᴇs????ᴅᴀʀᴋ ᴄʜɪʟᴅʜᴏᴏᴅ ᴛʀᴀᴜᴍᴀ ᴅᴇsᴄʀɪʙᴇᴅ☠️ʀᴇᴅ ꜰʟᴀɢs ????????ᴍᴀꜰɪᴀ ᴛɪᴇs????ᴘʀɪᴍᴀʟ ᴘʟᴀʏ☠️ᴅᴜᴀʟ ᴘᴏᴠ????ᴍᴏʀᴀʟʟʏ ɢʀᴀʏ ᴍᴍᴄ???? ???? ᴘʟᴀʏ (ɪʏᴋʏᴋ)☠️ʙʟᴀᴄᴋ ᴄᴀᴛ x ɢᴏʟᴅᴇɴ ʀᴇᴛʀɪᴇᴠᴇʀ

I absolutely loved Lights Out! After binge-reading several dark romances, this book was the perfect palate cleanser. It was light-hearted, fun, and had the perfect mix of witty banter that had me laughing out loud more than once. The chemistry between the characters was amazing, and while the beginning was a bit predictable, things quickly took unexpected turns that kept me hooked from start to finish.While Lights Out isn’t the spiciest book I’ve ever read, it definitely has a good amount of smut to keep things steamy. The mix of humor, romance, and a bit of heat made it the perfect escape for me. I honestly couldn’t put it down once I got past the first few chapters.I’m so excited for the second book in the series, which is just a few weeks away. If you’re looking for a funny, steamy read with great character chemistry and a fun storyline, I highly recommend giving this one a try!

I adored this book. It was so good. It had me laughing out loud so many times and also holding on for dear life because…wow! Josh is the MMC and while he has some mask/stalker fantasies, he is the BIGGEST cinnamon roll ever! The way he just wants to take care of Aly is so adorable. His inner monologue is all about how this is a kink and he would never hurt Aly or put her in danger. I am all for not yucking someone else’s yum. Plus, Aly also has the same interests so it’s a perfect match. Josh is a masked social media icon basically. Women across the world login to see his 3x a week videos that consist of him, no shirt, fake blood, a knife, and…well dirty things. Aly is an ER nurse (so am I so I could really relate with her experiences) and she follows him on social media but doesn’t know who he actually is. She senda a previous hookup a message about trying out the mask which finds it’s way to Josh and the rest is history. The story is exciting, engaging, full of Banter, a bit ridiculous, definitely hot, and absolutely laugh out loud funny.

I loved the story, easy to read, super funny, it had tense moments that kept me glued to the book, and the protagonists are perfect for each other.

Soo I just I am so conflicted about how I feel about this book.I head so many ravings about it and how it was so funny and so cute and romantic…However…he literally stalked her. Invaded her house multiple times and privacy.She …I don’t know I feel like maybe she felt pressured into liking him in the beginning..like if she didn’t return his advances maybe he would kill her?Also um thank god brad was gone a serial rapist and absolutely no one did anything about it until now?? Just because his parents are rich??Her uncle is strange and I don’t see him letting this thing with Josh go..he could easily land himself into a situation and Nico has his dna and very incriminating evidence that he could pin on him and it would all of that against Aly’s word and even if she got evidence that her uncle is also not innocent she could be convicted as well.I also think hinting that Josh could also be a serial killer was weird and then he did kill someone and he did it on accident..wouldn’t the next death be on purpose??Couldn’t he keep going out of some sense of justice and defending Aly until he one day starts to fetishize about killing her but he doesn’t want to so he kills women that look like her?Also the forest scene… I just …no.Anyway at times it was pretty funny but this book was just a fetish for dating could be killers and having a lot of sex…therefore I leave my rating of that concept a 2The plot a 5The characters a 3And the overall storyline a 5Would not recommend to anyone who doesn’t like the aforementioned content and I might read it again.

4.5 ⭐️’sI chose Haunting Adeline for my fall vibes spooky season TBR and while I thoroughly enjoyed this story, I strongly urge anyone with known triggers to check the author’s trigger warnings list on her website before diving in because this book and series are not for everyone. H.D. Carlton builds a story that is dark, twisted, and morally ambiguous. She places us in modern day Seattle inside a world where morality is blurred, stalking and obsession turn into devotion, and evil exists at the forefront of the story.The story follows Adeline, a successful writer who inherits her grandparents’ eerie estate and discovers unsettling clues about the unsolved murder of her great grandmother, Gigi. Curious and disturbed by what she learns, she becomes determined to uncover the truth with the help of her best friend, Daya. At the same time, she becomes the fixation of a man who makes no apology for his obsession with her. Zade is relentless, lethal, and morally unhinged when it comes to the things he is passionate about. Carlton writes him in a way that makes you cheer for him and question your own sanity for wanting him to win Adeline over. Somehow she manages to deliver a seamless blend of dark romance, psychological thriller, and heavy horror elements that creates a tense and addictive reading experience.Adeline and Zade’s relationship is built on obsession, defiance, and a constant battle for control. Adeline knows she should stay away from him, yet she finds herself drawn to the dark intensity he represents. Her internal struggle between fear and desire is a compelling part of the book. Zade, on the other hand, is unapologetically possessive and brutally honest about what he wants. He is dangerous, calculated, and morally black, yet he has his own twisted code of honor that makes him impossible to label as a true villain, especially once you understand who the real villains are in this story. The cat and mouse dynamic between them evolves into something much deeper and far more complicated. Their chemistry is feral, charged, and addictive, and the consent dynamic explores psychological territory that will either fascinate readers or push them far outside their comfort zone.The mystery behind Gigi’s murder works as a haunting subplot that adds steady suspense without ever distracting from the main storyline. It ties Adeline to something outside of her chaotic dynamic with Zade, giving her a purpose beyond their dangerous connection. The investigation is intriguing without feeling overly complex, and it unfolds at a pace that allows it to be resolved by the end of Haunting Adeline. Something I loved about this subplot is that it also highlights the bond between Adeline and her best friend, Daya. They tackle the mystery together, and their friendship is one of my favorite parts of this book. Daya is smart, funny, and ride or die in every way. Their connection brings balance to the otherwise dark tone of the story.Haunting Adeline pushes into very dark territory, and readers should be prepared for that. The violence, psychological manipulation, morally questionable choices, and criminal elements play a central role in the story. Carlton does not shy away from uncomfortable scenes or disturbing subject matter, and while some of it is difficult to read, it serves the world she has built. The content is heavy and at times emotionally brutal, but it always serves a purpose in the narrative.While Zade may be dangerous, he is far from the worst thing in this book. There are far darker forces moving in the background, and Adeline is caught in their path without even realizing it. The true threat comes from a corrupt organization operating behind the scenes. Their influence runs deep, and the depravity tied to them is the most unsettling part of Haunting Adeline. Their presence adds a sinister layer I was not expecting. This is not just a dark romance, it is a story about predation, corruption, and people who will do anything to maintain control.I listened to the audiobook and highly recommend that format if you enjoy audio. It is duet narration and Teddy Hamilton and Michelle Sparks do an incredible job with these characters. Haunting Adeline is also very spicy, and while sex is a major part of this book, it does not take away from the plot or character development. The story builds toward a shocking cliffhanger, and I was immediately ready for Hunting Adeline. If you are drawn to dark romance with psychological elements and do not shy away from morally complex characters and heavier subject matter, this is definitely a book to add to your TBR.

If you are some who listens to audiobooks and follows along with the physical copy. There are quite a few places where the text does not match the audiobook. Which is why I gave a 4 out of 5.For the book itself, the author does an amazing job with telling the reader the trigger warning in the book. It. Gets. Dark! It is a very kinky book, very smutty, and steamy! Very much a dark romance and a slow burning book. It brings up intense topics surrounding the abuse of children, but not by the main characters. It also brings up SA topics. Both MC’s are very likeable with the dynamic that they play in the plot. It is also a multi plotted book with a well played out cliffhanger. Also has a great mystery placed in the pages that leaves the reader feeling satisfied.It can leave the reader feeling triggered by the topics stated and mentioned throughout the entire book. There are graphic details about characters deaths, and the harming of children. It also is very much written in some parts like a horror movie would play out. It does hold toxic relationship traits.

I COULD SCREAMI skipped sleeping hours, workout sessions and even a shower to read this book people. SPOILERS I think the author did an awesomejob in tackling this sensitive topic (having a stalker), and making it thirlling, sexy, and… relatable? Just like Adeline, as much as I was squealing while reading, a voice in my head (moral compass) kept saying “this is so wrong”, it would be so wrong if it were happening in real life. So. I can’t quite pinpoint what would’ve made this story even better for me, but it was well enough written to be convincing and not put me off. I loved the constant feeling of DANGER while reading the book, whether it was because of Zade himself, the Society sick people, or Gigi’s murder case. The atmosphere was excellently built! I FELT the darkness, storms, rain, adrenaline, terror. UghI guess the only thing that disappointed me was that the stalking started out of the blue; it was some kind of “obsession at first sight” and Zade just decides to stalk Adeline after watching her for a while when she was at a book event. Apparently, considering the way she’s described, she’s both hot and charming in a natural way so. That’s that; no “real” reasond behind it. But well, this wasn’t terrible enough so as to prevent me from enjoying the book! Zade’s still a psycho if you ask me, but he’s more focused on protecting Adeline (so that no one else has her lol?) than hurting her (can’t deny he’s hurt her, forced her to do sexual stuff, and even threatens to end her with his belt if she bit his c0ck), he kills “bad guys” and saves vulnerable children/women, and he’s attractive, sexy, intense, beastly, committed, devoted, and wants to be a daddy (in every sense of the word lol). So these are the traits that end up convincing you as a reader, I guess, making you believe that “it’s not that bad”.I LOVED Zade as a character! He’s so masculine and intense… the way he speaks! And kisses, and touches lol I’m just so grateful that he didn’t turn all vanilla at some point. It’s so refreshing, in a sick way, how he takes whatever he wants from Adeline and owns his fantasies when he’s with her (he tells her what to do or even say sometimes). Sorry I’m just tired of all these men (characters) asking for permission lol. So yes; I appreciate that the author truly shows us that Zade is “bad”, and that feeling lasts till… the end of the novel. I also love that there’s no traumatic story behind him lol and that he never regrets nor apologizes for stalking Adeline; he totally owns it.And Adeline… Even though not that relevant to the story, I loved that she’s a writer and socially anxious! I enjoyed reading her! I loved that, at least, she’s aware of how “stupid” she’s been for “allowing” certain situations with her stalker (not that she could’ve stopped him, really), and that little by little she just accepts that she likes it all; the thrill, danger, horror, being forced. Of course, she ends up LOVING it and practically begging for more. But her inner conflict, her mixed feelings were very well developed, to the point of her experience being relatable.Something I loved regarding their whole dynamic, apart from the cat and mouse chase, and the fire and juices between them, was how… the deeper they went physically, the more they developed their connection. I just loved reading that! Without making it sappy. They found each other in sex, and that helped with their connection outside of sex. (Oh and I LOVED the built up tension and all the sex scenes!!!!). It was refreshing reading how wanted Adeline was by this beast of a man. Okay so, in case it wasn’t clear I LOOOOOOVED this book! It’s definitely one of my favorites now! On the downside, I was so gripped by it and obsessed with what was going to happen with them, that Zade’s point of view (when he was out doing “humanitarian” work) and Gigi’s diary pages felt more like a hazard than something that I was interested in reading and enjoy. Finally, though this is a romance and I AM here for it, a part of me had the crazy idea that by the end of the book, Adeline was so freaked out about the “being a mommy” coment that she had decided to run away! (And that’s why the title of the second book is “Hunting” Adeline). I cannot deny I felt disappointed when that wasn’t the case lol. Still an awesome book that I totally recommend!

Insatiable from The Edge of Darkness Series by Leigh Rivers, is a gripping narrative that probes the intricate complexities of forbidden love and enemies-to-lovers, carefully examining the push-and-pull of desire and the aftermath of succumbing to it. Kade, the twin brother of Stacey’s best friend, has nurtured a long-held, clandestine fascination with her, despite acknowledging the intrinsic inappropriateness. His resolve to claim her is unshakeable, driven by an overwhelming obsession. In contrast, Stacey finds herself irresistibly drawn to Kade, her heart superseding the logical trepidations that advise her against this doomed relationship. As they navigate the precarious landscape of their emotions, the question lingers: can their love ultimately emerge victorious, or will the sustained damage prove insurmountable? They shared all their firsts as lovers. Insatiable is a heart-pounding, emotionally charged experience that masterfully maintains suspense, eliciting a profound emotional investment in Stacey’s journey.The books ending leaves you grasping for the next book.????????????????????????????????????

This isn’t your surface-level romance. Insatiable is intense, emotionally complex, and utterly addictive. It’s messy, passionate, and so deeply human. The characters are flawed, magnetic, and make the kind of decisions that have you screaming “Nooooo!” while also hitting play on the next chapter because you have to know.Leigh Rivers knows how to write tension. That push and pull? The emotional tug-of-war between wanting and needing, between guilt and desire? It’s exquisite torture and when the narrators bring that tension to life, it’s goosebumps-inducing.HOLY. OBSESSION. This audiobook owns me. It’s not just a story. It’s a full-on emotional, sensual, can’t-breathe, can’t-stop-listening experience. And with this cast? It’s next level. It’s cinematic. It’s INSANE.This book isn’t light. It’s messy, obsessive, soul-wrecking romance at its finest. It dives deep into emotional and physical hunger. The kind that consumes. The story grips you with its tension, its complications, its desire and this cast? They don’t just read it… they live in it. They deliver every single word like it’s laced with fire, heartbreak, and want.This book? It’s messy. It’s forbidden. It’s chaotic. And you will be clutching your chest and fanning yourself within minutes. This is the kind of audiobook that haunts you when it’s over. You’ll be replaying your favorite chapters like your life depends on it.Insatiable will wreck you in the best way possible. Prepare to be utterly ruined and love every second of it.

“Because you’re hiding, and I want to hide with you.” I caress her cheek and press my lips to her forehead, catching her off guard. “Let’s hide together, Freckles.”Audio updateThis series already lived rent free in my head, but listening to the audiobook took it to a whole new level! The narration was perfectly cast—Teddy Hamilton, Lucy Rivers, Shane East, JF Harding, Michelle Sparks, Zara Hampton-Brown, and Roxelana Waters completely brought these characters to life.I’ve been impatiently waiting since the audiobook was announced, and it was so worth it. The story pulled me in from the very beginning and didn’t let go. If you’ve been waiting to start this series because you prefer to listen—don’t wait any longer! You won’t regret it.Insatiable by @authorleighrivers is a dark romance that plunges into the twisted depths of obsession and desire. Kade Mitchell is a man consumed by his fixation on Stacey Rhodes, a woman he both hates and can’t let go of. Stacey, the girl who once shattered his heart, has become the center of his darkest thoughts. Kade’s life in the underworld has only fueled his obsession, driving him to eliminate anyone who gets too close to her. Now, with a brief moment of freedom, he returns home, determined to reclaim Stacey, no matter the cost.The tension between Kade and Stacey is intense, filled with a mix of hatred and undeniable attraction. Their relationship is fraught with past betrayals and a dangerous pull that neither can resist. Rivers delves into the complexities of their connection, creating a story that is both dark and compelling.Given the nature of the story, Insatiable is not for the faint of heart. The author includes a content warning, emphasizing the book’s darker themes and the intensity of the characters’ relationship. For fans of dark romance, this book offers a gripping and turbulent ride through love, hate, and obsession.Overall, Insatiable is a powerful tale of passion and revenge, perfect for readers who enjoy exploring the darker side of love.

Okay, so Insatiable by Leigh Rivers absolutely owned me. I’m not kidding—I picked it up thinking I’d read a few chapters and suddenly it was 2am and I was fully invested in these two unhinged people trying (and failing) to stay away from each other.This book was unhinged, addictive, dramatic, and honestly just FUN. Kade Mitchell is one of those characters who should probably be concerning in real life, but in a dark romance? Absolutely elite.

This one took me way longer to finish than I expected. I just couldn’t connect with the younger, more immature characters, and I usually prefer casts that feel a bit older and more grounded. The premise is super compelling, but the ages didn’t match the intensity of what the couple had supposedly been through, which made things feel a little off. There were also quite a few unanswered questions and plot holes and honestly, more smut than plot for my taste. The hype set my expectations high, but it didn’t quite deliver. It took over half the book for me to finally get hooked… only for it to end on a massive cliffhanger. That said, I did enjoy the multiple POVs and the banter, and I’ll be picking up the next one because I need to know what happens next!

again with the representation! i already loved Theo, but on top of brooding and stoic he is EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT AND SECURE!?!?!? he’s so accepting that it healed something in me and he’s not even a real person lol. the depiction of non monogamy truly brought a tear to my eyes. Grey’s heart was shattered. the part where he said he did everything right broke my heart too. i thought she would end up having to choose but then BAM!! enm!!! this is the first novel i read that includes enm (i’m not typically into romance novels) and it was just beautiful to see Grey put aside his ego and pride for her and accept her fully. As he feels more reassured, his jealousy subsides.BUT THEN DAMON!?!? i did not see Theo coming, and then i did NOT see Damon coming! of the three, this was the most tender for me, i think because Damon was secretly falling for her and was subconsciously grappling with his feelings that he couldn’t even identify yet. it was a shock to him when it finally manifested, it was a shock to her, and it was a shock to me! his feelings just came off as pure and undeniable.

STEPH! Did your big one with this second book! The character growth from Grey! The way the relationship between Theo, Avery, and Grey develops! More secrets being revealed!!! I enjoyed this book soooo much! Keeps you on the edge of your seat the entire time!!! Dr. Smith is definitely growing on me ????

ECHOES by Steph Macca — I AM UNWELL. PERMANENTLY.I finished this book and just sat there. Staring. Breathing like I’d run a marathon through hell.Steph Macca didn’t write a story—she performed psychological warfare disguised as a dark romance and I loved every second of it.The asylum? A fever dream of pain and obsession.The characters? Broken toys dipped in gasoline and set on fire.The plot? I don’t even know what reality is anymore—just betrayal, lust, and trauma bonding.Avery? My girl needs therapy, holy water, and a vacation.Damon? He’s a walking red flag wrapped in sin and I’m saluting.Atlas and Saint? Please stop ruining my moral compass—I can’t handle the way they exist.Steph Macca’s writing feels like being kissed and stabbed at the same time. It’s poetry written in blood, lust, and cigarette smoke. Every chapter left me screaming “WHAT THE ACTUAL F***” and then turning the page because apparently I like suffering now.By the time I hit the ending, I was clutching my chest like an Edwardian widow. Cliffhanger? More like emotional homicide.If Unhinged broke you, Echoes digs up the grave and dances on your corpse.If you like your books dark, deranged, and dripping with obsession—this is your Roman Empire.10/10 would sell my soul to Steph Macca again.No therapy, no peace, just pain and perfection.

So tell me why, four of my favorite narrators knocked this audio out of the freaking park!!! Marie, Joe, Anthony and Corvin did an amazing job yet again!!! if you don’t already know, echoes is booked two in the Dance with My Demon series. Series follows Avery (Marie), as our FMC and then our three MMC‘s are Damon (Joe), Grey (Corvin) and Theo (Anthony). I could not stop listening to this book once I started it. It had me from the first chapter! During the first book my favorite MMC was Theo (Anthony) but I’m sorry Joe and Anthony as much as I love both of you and always love listening to books with you in them, Corvin absolutely was amazing in this book. Every time, Corvin was narrating, my brain just stopped working and all I wanted to do was listen to Corvin. So Grey is my new favorite MMC after book two!!! With that being said that doesn’t mean Joe and Anthony don’t also do an amazing job because they do. They are both just as incredible as Corvin in this book and I don’t think they could’ve picked anybody else to bring Grey Damon and Theo to life other than these three !! Marie she does amazing in every audiobook I’ve ever listened to with her an echoes was no different. Marie is absolutely incredible as Avery in this book and I don’t think I could picture anybody else narrating Avery other than Marie. Also Chapter 22 and 28 ????????????????. Thank you again to blue nose audio for allowing me to listen to this!!! I loved every minute of this book and I cannot wait to see how the series continues!!

Again another book I HIGHLY recommend for the audio experience! The narrators truly shine in this one!Can we take a minute for the betrayal that leads to immense character growth for 4 characters like holy cow!Secondly as if I already did not love every square inch of a library these books have given me a new appreciation for sure!To see the shift in Gray in this book and the way Corvin King narrates that shift was MASTERFULI cannot say enough about these books I’ve found another auto buy author for me !Overall this book was another 5⭐️ read for me and a solid 4????️ if you haven’t GO read these books !

So book 2 is a bit of a let down compared to book 1… I still like the fact that they are short books so you can get through them without unnecessary stuff but at the same time this book felt like a filler for the entire story so there wasn’t much in it expect the progression of the relationship between Theo grey and Avery plus the little added piece with Damon. .. but still it’s not that intriguing. Book 1 was captivating and mysterious…. with a good cliffy… still gonna read book 3 but now I’m starting to think this all could be one book …

If you’re into dark romance and love a “why choose?” story, this one will wreck you—in the best way. Think crazy, crazier, and full-blown head crazy. And holy cliffhanger, I did not see that ending coming.When people ask what I’m listening to, I tell them: “Picture Arkham Asylum. Now add a secret society. Then stir that madness with a love stick—or two.” That’s the vibe. Chaotic, intense, twisted, and addictively good.The Audible version is performed in duet narration and it’s absolutely worth every penny—or credit. 10/10 would let these psychos ruin my life again.

This series owns me. I picked it up when I was in one of the darkest places of my life and I swear it felt like someone reached in, grabbed my heart, and refused to let it go. Kade and Stacey became this weird little lifeline for me. I don’t even know how to explain it, but their pain and love and absolute fight for each other made me feel something again when I honestly thought I couldn’t.Their story is brutal and sad and beautiful all at once. They’re both so broken in their own ways but the way they hold on to each other made me cry more times than I want to admit. The flashbacks destroyed me. The sweet moments destroyed me. The hurt destroyed me. Every page felt like I was right there with them trying to survive too.There were moments that made my stomach flip with how dark it got and moments that were so soft I had to sit there and breathe it in. The quotes from this book? I’m keeping them in my soul. And that cliffhanger had me staring at my wall like I was betrayed by somebody in real life.This series means so much to me. It came to me when I needed something to hold on to and it genuinely helped me through one of the hardest times I’ve ever had. I’m not even being dramatic. It really saved me in a way.I need book three like yesterday. I need answers. I need healing. I need Kade and Stacey to get the ending they deserve because they have fought for it with every piece of themselves.And yes the spice? Absolutely five out of five. Emotional and intense and everything I wanted.I love this series with my whole chest. ????

Rating: 4.5/5Spice Rating: 4/5I cried too many times while reading this to even count!Be prepared to bawl your eyes out because book 2 just gets even more intense and heart breaking.This book is still dual timeline and just like the first I love that we get glimpses into the past.We see more of Kade and Stacey’s relationship and how he became wrapped up in the clutches of Bernadette.More details of Stacey’s past is revealed as well and what really happened the night everything fell apart with Kade and her. I have never been so frustrated and heart broken for 2 characters as I have for them. Voracious dove deep into the emotions and helplessness these 2 are feeling and facing.Also I love the relationship that Stacey has developed with Tobias. He is definitely insane but he cares for her like a daughter and treats her better than her dad ever did.I am loving this series even though it truly is a rough read. Please mind your triggers!This book ends on a cliffhanger as well.

This can only be described as nothing less than a spiritual experience: It awakened ???????????????????? single human emotion within me.Equally beautiful & ???????????????????????????????????????????? right from the beginning.The brilliant cast of narrators brought these characters to life in a way that makes you feel so deeply connected to them it is reality altering.Spoiler Free as always:The temporary bubble of bliss Kade & Stacey had been living in has popped.Both were in hiding from their tormentors & knew the risks of doing so; but were too enraptured by their undying love for one another that it bore disastrous consequences ????I hate Bernadette & Chris more than I’ve ever hated anyone in my life. My blood was boiling & I felt absolutely sick to my stomach with soul-deep RAGE.Secrets & truths are finally revealed. Rules are broken. Now they must meticulously fight to claw their way out of h on earth…Complete with more ridiculously adorable, romantic & heart-shattering flashbacks recollecting their past & everything they lost ????????Kade Mitchell ???? That man’s unrelenting devotion & adoration for his girl, combined with a delicious tongue cannot be rivaled.My bb Stacey deserves the ????, especially after all she has endured.No way to sugarcoat it: this book is very tragic, dark & was excruciating at times, but an absolute masterpiece.Can’t wait to see Kade, Stacey & (Tobias?) in the final book. Will they get their forever together?

There’s no other way to describe this series than addiction. I’ve never been so invested in some else’s story the way I have with Stacey and Kade. Beautiful Leigh Rivers may we please have a story on Base and Lu as well. With tears rolling down my eyes I am both saddened that the book is over and happy because there is still one more book for me to sink into. I am jealous of everyone that gets to read the edge of darkness trilogy for the first time!

Spoiler warning: I loved the first book, but this 2nd book was immensely darker. Too dark for me at times, the abuse from the rapey step-brother had me quoting this book twice, but after some time I still came back. The nonstop abuse both the main character endure for half the book had me seething with rage. Maybe it is because I am a father of a toddler little girl or because so many girls that I’ve dated, including my wife, had to endure sexual abuse like in this book. Either way, the bad parts are supposed to be balanced with the good flashbacks, but they mostly weren’t for me. The sexual abuse of Stacey had me seething with rage when I would finish one of her chapters and I had no outlet for it. The book eventually gets past this and, while you’re begging for Stacey to just tell anyone what her stepbrother is doing to her and think she never will, she finally FINALLY tells everyone. For most of this read I thought it was just only going to be screwed up darkness and most of this book felt like a black hole of depressing themes for me. It does get past this and get better, but holy crap was the dark parts long and difficult.

O MY WORD!! I kept seeing Leigh Rivers in my feed and she did NOT disappoint! I devoured the Edge Of Darkness trilogy in no time. From Insatiable to Voracious and Restitution, this series perfectly explores morally gray obsession, trauma, addiction, and dark revenge. It’s raw, emotional, and so beautifully twisted, each book even better than the last.Kade and Stacey. I don’t think I will ever forget these two! From the age of 15, this intense attraction and connection took hold and the journey they go on is full of so many ups and downs. The amount of horror and trauma these two went through…. It will kill you. But the angst, the connection, the burn, the utter soul-deep bond these two have. And when they come together, the passion and heat is indescribable????The side characters absolutely pulled me in. Base? I need his and Lu’s story—because that man, he’s hilarious, tragic, and somehow perfect in all his brokenness. And Daddy Tobias? A deranged psychopath, but for those he loves, he will burn the world down for. This entire cast just makes the series.You will ride an emotional rollercoaster. You will laugh, you will want to throw your Kindle, you will cry, you will burn with them. This trilogy is dark, consuming, and utterly unforgettable. Leigh Rivers doesn’t just write heat—she gives you every emotion, every heartbreak, every reckless choice. You’ll feel every touch, every ache, and every heartbreaking twist. And every amount of healing that unfolds. Kade and Stacey become absolute warriors in every way! This story is the kind that lingers in your mind long after the final page. The kind that reminds you exactly why you fell in love with stories that are dark, that burn, break, and heal you all at once. If you haven’t read this book series, YOU MUST! It is so good!Rate: 5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Spice: 4/5????️????️????️????️

⭐ Rating: 4/5⭐There’s no neat or polished way to wrap up how this trilogy made me feel. Kade and Stacey’s story will stick with me for a long, long time. Their journey is raw, brutal, and devastating in so many ways, but it’s also layered with moments of healing and genuine love that made it impossible for me to look away.The trauma these two endured is overwhelming, and yet their growth, both individually and together, was stunning. Stacey absolutely floored me with her strength. She never faltered in her support of Kade, never once considered walking away even when she had every reason to. She held firm in her love for him while also learning to prioritize herself, and that made me admire her even more. Her story was powerful.And Kade… there truly are no words. His vulnerability, his pain, the way he tried to protect those he loved even when he felt unworthy, it all hit me so hard. I love that man more than I can explain. His story was EVERYTHING. The way he softened with Stacey, how he showed up for her while carrying so much darkness himself, he deserves the world and then some. Watching them finally choose happiness after all that suffering made their ending feel earned.I also fell hard for the side characters, particularly Base. Goodness.. that man .. I am begging for his and Lu’s story. I don’t think I’ll survive it, but I need it. Tobias? Unhinged, terrifying, and yet somehow magnetic. His book is going to absolutely destroy me and I’ll thank it for doing so.The flashbacks were a strong addition, getting that extra context helped deepen my connection to everything that unfolded. That said, I did feel like the pacing was a little off at times. Some sections dragged while others flew by too quickly, especially the ending. A few moments felt repetitive, but it never pulled me out of the story completely because I was so invested in the characters. The mix of heavy themes, dark humor, and tender moments helped balance things out.Ultimately, this series took me on an emotional rollercoaster and left me feeling both shattered and full. I’m going to miss Kade and Stacey, but I’m beyond happy they found their forever. After everything they went through, they deserved it.If you’re looking for a dark romance that digs deep into emotional wounds while still giving you hope, love, and healing, this is it. Just be ready for the ache.

I’m at a loss for words…I fear nothing will ever compare to this trilogy. I honestly do not know how to properly review it because I felt every single emotion a person can feel. I laughed, I bawled like a little b—ch baby, I felt pure rage and anger, I felt raw angst, I smiled, I wanted to jump inside the books and hug Kade, Stacey, Aria, Tobias, Barry, Base. Everyone except Chris, Bernadette and Archie. I don’t think I’ve ever felt such rage and h8e towards characters in my entire life. The writing was just pure perfection!Queen Leigh….i don’t know how you do it but you can write some of the most amazing and most h8ed characters!This trilogy will go down as my all time favorite, my Holy Grail, my Roman Empire, my Bible of dark romance. I will forever be chasing the high that is The Edge of Darkness.

*4.5 starsThis trilogy was absolutely insane. There was so much heartache, so much banter, so much spice, so much violence, so much pain, so much growth and so much of literally EVERYTHING. I loved being along this journey, with all of these characters. I had no idea what this trilogy was about when I first picked it up, but I’m so glad that I did because it is now easily one of my absolute favorites.Also, special shout out to daddy T. He became one of my absolute favorites, and I didn’t see that coming in the beginning. I can’t wait for his book to be out.This book was a little repetitive and a little long for me. I feel like if I hadn’t read them back-to-back, it would have felt differently for me maybe, but reading them back-to-back, I felt if some of the repetitive things had been taken out, it would have easily been 5 stars.

Scythe & Sparrow – Brynne WeaverBrynne Weaver delivers a finale that is dark, witty, and completely addictive. Rose and Fionn’s story had me grinning, blushing, and aching in equal measure—their banter is sharp, their chemistry undeniable, and their journey full of both chaos and heart.What I loved most was how seamlessly Weaver balanced murder and mayhem with humor and love. From Barbara the raccoon to cotton-candy spice to quiet, emotional moments between brothers, this book made me laugh out loud one page and cry on the next. The epilogues and bonus chapter wrapped it all up perfectly—equal parts hilarious and heartbreaking.This trilogy has been pure brilliance from start to finish, and Scythe & Sparrow is an unforgettable conclusion. Brynne Weaver’s voice is sharp, irreverent, and full of heart, and I’ll read anything she writes.

Searching for a story filled with murder, humor, and spice? Look no further than Brynne Weaver’s Scythe & Sparrow, where murdering tarot card reader and circus performer meets country doctor with a murderous past. I just loved Rose and Fionn’s love story!You’ll also get Barbara the raccoon, sexy times with cotton candy, an interesting use of a staple gun, and a crocheted sex swing. ????????I loved the audiobook. The narration by Samantha Brentmoor and Eric Nolan was top-notch!Quotes:• I might have been abandoned here, left in a cage. Maybe my wings have been clipped. But I can still fly.• I know that when it comes to Fionn Kane, I will break every rule.• I don’t just want part of her. I want all of her. I want to consume these boundaries between us until I finally feel whole.• But I finally realize I don’t care about the illusion of light anymore. My Rose blooms in the dark. And all I want is to grow there with her.• “It’s okay to love your darkness and still love yourself. It doesn’t make you a bad person. It makes you a whole one.”• Small Town Romance• Friends with Benefits• Touch Her and Die• Forced Proximity

Loved this series!! This one in particular was my favorite for the character development and growth and slow burn. They’re also just hilarious. Everything about this series was top notch, the banter, the writing, the imagery, the smut, the plot, the mystery, the characters, yes yes and yes!

Scythe & Sparrow- Brynn WeaverTa-da!!! It’s OVER!!!!! The Ruinous Trilogy has concluded and I have to say I am so thankful. I had such high expectations for S&S and I think I hyped myself up too much – which led to major disappointment.S&S is a dark, stabby romcom dealing with past trauma, chaos, self discovery, quirkiness and complexity. Rose, your FMC, has a good heart wanting to help women in abusive situations but she’s much better at reading her tarot cards than being stabby. Fionn is a self-isolating, crocheting doctor afraid to embrace his dark side who becomes Roses’ personal clean up crew with no questions asked…….ok, maybe a lot of questions but he’s still there for her every time.The good:Barbara. TheSuture Sisters – specifically their modification of one pattern. The pina colada stabby session. Letters from FK.The rest:One story, S&S, fell in line with TWO timelines yet it felt flat and slow. I would have expected it to be rushed or at least full of ongoing excitement. For the time Weaver gave us two stories with B&B (will always be the best) and L&L we got one story in S&S. The beginning was great, Rose’s arrival into Fionn’s life was full of pina colada scented stabby excitement and an element of surprise. From there, we had moments of ooohhh this is going to get good then things would just fall kind of flat on its face and never really ramp up. Rinse and repeat bringing in parts of the two previous books (small parts) to tie the stories together and then the end. Heck, I didn’t even feel the “spice” was as good as previous books.Overall:S&S had so MUCH potential to knock our socks off. I just felt a big letdown when I finished it – even after reading both epilogues. I know it is a trilogy but after the epilogues it feels as if Weaver may try to branch off with another series with one or more of the couples in series. I don’t know if I should be semi-excited about the thought of it because I do love the characters (even being disappointed with S&S I still love Rose and Fionn) or if I should just close myself off and not risk the disappointment that could come of it.I’m not sure if I became desensitized to the darkness of the genre from B&B (and Haunting/Hunting Adeline after reading B&B LOL) or if S&S was truly on the milder side of spice. Regardless, I feel S&S is worth a read if you’ve read the first two just so you can finish out the trilogy and be done……well, unless Weaver expands its and from the dual epilogues it seems like she might.

Wow! I ate this book up and left no crumbs.The Sinner is the second book in the LORDS series and we meet MMC Easton Bradley Sinnett (Sin) and FMC Ellington Asher. Sin and Ellington both attend Barrington University and after completing all trials of initiation, Sin has his eyes set on one thing and one thing only, Ellington. Sin will do anything to claim Ellington as his.This book consumed me. The story is DARK. Please check your triggers but oh, is it so worth it. Sin maybe a master manipulator but will stop at nothing to protect his dearest Ellington. Ellington has had a hard upbringing. I do not want to reveal any spoilers but that is putting it mildly. Ellington deserves to have protection and for the people who hurt her to pay for what they have done.Quotes:”Ill never set you free, little demon. Its best you understand that now.” She licks her wet lips. “Because I’d hate to have to k*ll us both.” If I cant have her, no one will. But I also would never want to survive in a world where she doesn’t exist. Death would be heaven compared to a life without her being mine.At this very moment, I realize I’d do anything for him. I’d do anything to be his little demon. When I burn the world down, and they ask me why, I’ll tell them the devil asked me to do it. And I wanted to make him proud.

???? The Sinner by Shantel Tessier ★ Review by @xbetweenthecoversx۵ Sin doesn’t love gently. He consumes. And this book? It’ll leave bite marks on your heart.⚐︎ ꜱʜᴀɴᴛᴇʟ ᴛᴇꜱꜱɪᴇʀ’ꜱ ᴡᴀʀɴɪɴɢ:ᴇᴀꜱᴛᴏɴ ʙʀᴀᴅʟᴇʏ ꜱɪɴɴᴇᴛᴛ—ꜱɪɴ—ᴅᴏᴇꜱ ɴᴏᴛ ɢɪᴠᴇ ᴀ ꜰᴜᴄᴋ ᴀʙᴏᴜᴛ ᴀɴʏᴏɴᴇ ᴏʀ ᴀɴʏᴛʜɪɴɢ. ʜᴇ ᴛᴀᴋᴇꜱ ᴡʜᴀᴛ ʜᴇ ᴡᴀɴᴛꜱ ᴡʜᴇɴ ʜᴇ ᴡᴀɴᴛꜱ ɪᴛ. ɴᴏ Qᴜᴇꜱᴛɪᴏɴꜱ ᴀꜱᴋᴇᴅ. ɪꜰ ᴛʜɪꜱ ɪꜱ ɴᴏᴛ ᴛʜᴇ ᴋɪɴᴅ ᴏꜰ ʜ ʏᴏᴜ ᴡᴀɴᴛ ɪɴ ᴀ ᴅᴀʀᴋ ʀᴏᴍᴀɴᴄᴇ, ᴛʜᴇɴ ʏᴏᴜ ᴡᴏɴ’ᴛ ʟɪᴋᴇ ᴛʜɪꜱ ʙᴏᴏᴋ.☠︎???? “SEE ᕼEᖇ. SᕼE’S ᑎOT ᗩ ᑎOᗷOᗪY. SᕼE’S ᗰIᑎE. ᗩᑎᗪ TᕼᗩT ᗰᗩKES ᕼEᖇ TᕼE ᗰOST IᗰᑭOᖇTᗩᑎT ᑭEᖇSOᑎ Iᑎ TᕼE ᗯOᖇᒪᗪ. ᑌᑎᗪEᖇSTᗩᑎᗪ?”????????️TᕼE SIᑎᑎEᖇ is brought to life by Peter Alden and Laurie West, and they embody the characters perfectly. Peter captures Sin’s intensity and unhinged edge with ease, while Laurie gives Ellington the perfect blend of vulnerability and quiet strength—conveying her sense of being both compromised and resigned. Their voices add depth and emotion to an already compelling story.????️????Sin is initiated into the Lords at the same time as Ryat Archer from ✧TᕼE ᖇITᑌᗩᒪ.✧ Both in their senior year, Sin and Ryat each have two close friends who eagerly join them in their chaos. Sin has been ???????????????????????????????? with Ellington for as long as he can remember, and after the Vow Ceremony, he’s more determined than ever to make her his. She may not be his Chosen—but Sin doesn’t care about tradition. He doesn’t want the girl picked for him. He only wants Elli. The twist? Elli just so happens to be Kira’s best friend… and Kira is Sin’s sister. Convenient for Sin. Potentially dangerous for Elli.Ｅａｓｔｏｎ ???? ???? ???????????????????? ???????????????????? ???????????? ???????????????? ????’???? ???????????????????????? ???????????? ????????????????????. ???????????? ???????????????????????????????? ???????? ???????? ???????????? ???????????????????? ????’???? ????????????????????????????????????????????.Ellington has been chewed up and spit out by the world more times than she can count. She’s endured manipulation, grooming, childhood abuse, sexual assault, drug addiction, and even forced body modification. Her life has been one nightmare after another, leaving deep scars—both seen and unseen.Ｅｌｌｉｎｇｔｏｎ ღ ???????????? ???????????? ???? ???????????????????? ???????? ????????????????? ???? ???????????????? ????????????. ???????? ???????????????????? ???????????? ???????????? ???????????????????????????????? ???????????????????????????????????? ???????? ???????? ????????????????. ???????????? ???????????????? ???????????????????????? ???????????????? ????????????????. ???????????? ????????????’???? ???????????????????? ???????????????? ????????????????. ???????? ???????????????????????? ???????????? ???????????????? ???????????? ????????????.Sin is morally black. No questions. No excuses. He operates in the shadows, unapologetically ruthless. But when it comes to Ellington, he’s both her greatest challenge and fiercest protector. He pushes her limits, forces her to confront her pain, yet shields her with everything he has.Ｅａｓｔｏｎ ???? ????????????’???? ???????????? ???????????? ???????? ???????????????????????????? ???????? ???????????? ???????????????????????????????????? ???????????? ????????????. ???????????? ????’???? ???????????? ???????????? ???? ???????? ???????????????????????????? ???????? ???????????? ????????????????????. ???????????????? ????***???????? ???????? ???????????????? ???????? ???????? ???????????????????????????????????? ????????????????.Sin is absolutely questionable, but he and Elli just work. Their connection is chaotic, intense, and undeniably real. Both carried feelings for each other, uncertain of where the other stood, until Sin finally laid his cards on the table. They’re toxic, yet strangely compatible. Damaged, but not broken. Their baggage doesn’t drive them apart, instead it makes them fit in a way that only the wrecked can understand.Ｅａｓｔｏｎ ???? ???????????? ???????????? ???????? ???????????????? ???????????????? ???????????? ???????????? ????’???? ???????????????????????????? ???????? ???????? ???????? ???????????????? ???????????? ???????????? ???????????????? ???? ???????????????? ????????????. ???? ????????????????????????, ???? ????????????????????, ???? ????????????????. ???????????? ????????????’???? ???????? ???????????????? ???????? ???????????????????????????? ???????????????????????????? ???????????????????????? ???????? ????????????????????. ???????????? ????’???????? ???????????????? ???????????????? ???????????????? ???????????????? ???????????????? ????????????.???????????????????? ???????????????????????????????? ♤♠♤↳ ???????????? ???????????? ???????????????? ???????????????? ???????????????? ???????? ???????????????????????? ???????????????????? ???????? ???????????? ???????????????????? ???????????? ???????????????????????? ???????? ???????????? ????????????. ????????’???? ???????????????????????????? ???? ???????????????????? ????????????????-???????????????????????????? ???????????????????? ???????????????? ???? ???????????????? ???????? ???????????????????? ???????????????????? ???????????? ???????????????????? ???????????????????????? ????????????????????. ???????????? ???????????????????????? ???????????? ???????????????????????????????? ???????????? ???????????? ????????????????. ???? ???????????????????????????? ???????? ???????????????????????? ???????????????? ???????????????????????? ???????????? ???????????????????????? ???????????? ???????????? ???????????? ???????? ???????? ???????????? ????????????????????????????.↳ ???????????? ???????????????????????? ???????????? ???????????? ???? ???????????????????? ????-???????????????????? ????????, ???????????????????????????? ???????????? ???????????????? ???????? ???????????? ????????????????????????????. ???????????? ???????????????????????????? ???????? ????????????. ????????’???? ???????? ???? ???????????????????? ???????????????????????????? ???????? ???? ???????????? ???????????????????????????? ???????????????? ???????????????????????? ???????????? ???????????????????????? ????????????????; ???????????? ???????????? ???????????? ???????????? ???????? ???????????? ????????????????. ????????????’???? ???????????? ???? ???????????????? ???????????? ???????? ???????????? ???????????????????? ???????????????? ???? ???????????????? ???????? ???????????????????? ???????????????????????????? ???????????????? ???????????? ????????????????, ???????????? ???????????????????????? ????????????????????????????, ???????????? ???????????? ???????????? ???????? ???????????????????????? ???????????????? ???????????????????? ???????? ???????????? ????????????????????. ???????? ???????????????? ???????????????? ???????? ???????????? ???????????????? ????????????????, ???????????? ???????? ????????????????????????, ???????????????????????????????? ???????? ????????????????????????????.↳ ???????????? ???????????????????? ???????????? ???????????????????? ???? ???????????????????????????????? ???????????????????????????????? ???????????? ???????????????? ???? ???????????????? ???????????????? ????????????????. ????????’???? ???????????????????????????? ???????? ???? ???????????????????? ????-???????????????????? ???????????? ????????????????????. ????????’???? ???????????????????????????? ???????? ???????????? ???????? ????????????????, ???????????? ???? ????????????’???? ???????????????? ???????????????? ???????????? ???????????? ???????? ???????????? ???????????????????? ???????????????????????????????????????? ???????? ????????????.TᕼE ᖇITᑌᗩᒪ〘ʟ.ᴏ.ʀ.ᴅ.ꜱ. #1〙★★★★☆ → ???????????????? ???????????????????????????????????? ???????????????????????? & ???????????????????????????? ???????????? ????????????????????????????????TᕼE SIᑎᑎEᖇ〘ʟ.ᴏ.ʀ.ᴅ.ꜱ. #2〙★★★★☆ → ???????????????????????? ???????????????????????????? ???????????????????????????? & ???????????????????????????????????? ???????????????? ????????????????????TᕼE SᗩᑕᖇIᖴIᑕE〘ʟ.ᴏ.ʀ.ᴅ.ꜱ. #3〙★★★★☆ → ???????????????????? ???????????????????? ???????????????????????????????? & ???????????????????????? ???????????????????? ????????????????????????SᗩᗷOTᗩGE〘ʟ.ᴏ.ʀ.ᴅ.ꜱ. #4〙★★★★☆ → ???????????????????????? ???????????????????????????????????? ???????????????? & ???????????????????????? ???????????????????????????????????? ????????????????????ᑕᗩᖇᑎᗩGE〘ʟ.ᴏ.ʀ.ᴅ.ꜱ. #5〙★★★★★ → ???????????????????? ???????????????????????????? ???????????????????????? & ???????????????????????? ???????????????? ????????????????????ᗰᗩᗪᑎESS〘ʟ.ᴏ.ʀ.ᴅ.ꜱ. #6〙★★★★★ → ???????????????????????? ???????????????????????????? ???????????????????????? & ???????????????????????????????????? ???????????????????? ????????????????????????????ᑕᕼᗩOTIᑕ〘ʟ.ᴏ.ʀ.ᴅ.ꜱ. #7〙ᴇxᴘᴇᴄᴛᴇᴅ ᴊᴀɴ 17, 2026

Darkness and off the charts spice came together in this gripping book.I am a fan of Shantel Tessier, so when I heard we were getting a second LORD book I was so in!! From page one I was hooked and couldn’t let it go. I mean just by looking at the cover I knew I was in for a different kind of read.I loved Sin and Elli’s book! It is dark and gritty in a way I didn’t know I needed. Sin is everything I love in a book boyfriend from a dark romance, touch her and …, stalkerish, obsessed, demanding and alpha to the max. Easton had my heart from the beginning. She has had a hard life and is coping with it the best way she knows how. When they come together it’s explosive.I appreciated the additional glimpse I got into this world and I made me so excited for the next book.

This is the first book of Leigh rivers that I have read and I am hooked ????I never thought I would fall in love with a taboo romance but here we are. Olivia Vize and her family adopt a little boy named Malachi who is mute, she learns to sign with him and he becomes obsessed. Olivia and Malachi are a twisted pair, Olivia comes across as sweet and innocent while Malachi is a force to be reckoned with. In the beginning your sitting there thinking will the or won’t they… it’s a gi. Then when you hit part two? they make sure you know what’s up…and the situation with dad? Good griefWhile this book is full of pure delicious smut, it will also hit you in your feelings. “Please choose me. No one ever chooses me” I sobbed and in that moment I knew in my heart Olivia didn’t deserve Malachi. (Even though I love them together)This book leaves you on a slight cliffhanger and definitely leaves you wanting more! So definitely check out Little Liar.I will always recommend this book when someone asks for something dark and twisted. But as always please, please check your trigger warnings!

This book wasn’t what I was expecting but I had soooo much fun reading it. I didn’t expect it to be as funny as it was (especially in part 2 – Malachi is so funny), as spicy as it was, or as dark as it was. I enjoyed that it was short but | almost wish it was longer so that there was a little more context for certain things, because I think that would have bumped it up to a 4.5 star rating for me. I could have done without the constant “I’m your sister and you’re my brother” but other than that, it was so, so good. I was hooked from the start of this book and didn’t want to put it down. I absolutely love Malachi and I have this weird obsession with people who “can’t feel emotions” but feel emotions for one person, and this book is another one in that pile. It pushed the envelope on some things that I didn’t expect it to (IYKYK), and I liked that.All in all, I had such a blast reading this and I can’t wait to read the second book in the duet.The song I would choose for this book is “Tainted Love” by Marilyn Manson.

“???????????? ???????????????? ???????????????? ???????????????? ???????? ???????????????? ????????????????, ???????????? ????????????’???????? ???????????????? ????????????. ????????????’???????? ???????????????????????? ???????? ????????????????.”I have entered my Leigh Rivers era!!!Whoa! Malachi just became one of my favorite heroes, he deserves all the happiness in the world???? the way I wanted to jump inside this book and protect him????This obsessed unhinged hero grabbed my heart like I never expected it. Little Stranger was my first read by Leigh Rivers and I will be reading her other books ASAP!!! This book was so much more than I expected it.I stayed up and read the first book in one night! I just couldn’t put it down! The way Malachi was possessive and obsessed with Olivia…. I just love these two SO MUCH!!!! There is a certain scene that legit STILL has me speechless, it was crazy, shocking but so dang HOT????????‍????I will be spamming ya’ll with more Leigh River posts… sorry not sorry! I finished Little Liar already, so I will be posting a review and edit later this week????

Let me start by saying I’m glad I read this. It’s frequently on Bookstagram and recommended lists. It’s been on my TBR list for awhile and now I can cross it off!The book fell flat for me though. The characters are well described and you understand their difficulties and personalities very quickly. You learn which characters to like vs hate. It’s a dual POV book and much is nice, but I don’t think Leigh used it to make the storyline better.As for the plot and storyline. Again, falls flat. We spend the first half, Part One, following Olivia and Malachi’s through their younger and teen years. We gather they have an unhealthy foster sibling relationship after being traumatized before being adopted. Olivia is a naive girl with an agreeable personality. She’s incredibly frustrating for most of the book; she thinks and feels one thing yet acts and says another. This is a common theme that is unfortunately important to the plot. Malachi is also frustrating but in a hard to describe way. Part two is when Malachi shines and we get to know him a bit better. It’s also where the “Dark” Romance comes into play, even though it’s only 3 or so chapters worth.Part two is dark, I’ll give ya a star for that. But it’s so dang quick and infrequent that it’s almost confusing. Malachi flips on the dark and then almost immediately turns it off. This is the last few chapters, so again, slightly confusing. How do they truly care about each other? One minute they love each other? The next they want to torture each other?Overall, this is a nice novella to read if you’re new to dark romance and want a slow start. The execution is flawed, which is making me avoid book 2.

The fastest Ive ever read a book ????(Basically in 1 sitting between audio & kindle)Haven’t been this fully consumed in a while!!This was darkkk & I absolutely LOVED every second of it ????Pitch black MMC & equally unhinged FMC ????????Not going to try to summarize the plot because daaang… I’ll just throw some tropes down at the bottom ????“Because I can’t talk? Because I can’t tell you how f- breathtaking you are every second of every day? Because I can’t breathe without being near you?”“Please choose me. Nobody ever chooses me.”Did I get super choked up for this man? Yup…Book 1 wraps up pretty nicely so I’m going to read my current arc & get back to Olivia & Malachi right after xoxoFoster SiblingsMuteMasked / Biker BoiPossessed & Obsessed MMCStalking & Hidden IdentityRevenge KidnappingCVS receipt length trigger list ????????

Another “tik tok made me read it” and my oh my… everyone needs a demon named Leon in their life! M mm mmm ????????Her Soul To Take is definitely a dark, twisty, question yourself romantasy. And I would check your triggers, there is some graphic content and we step into horror movie feels while reading this. Ooo, my heart rate definitely stepped it up a notch with some scenes, the scary kind AND the spicey kind.Leon is red flags all over but you absolutely want give this demon from Hell your mind, body and soul. I want to know what the symbol for his name is so I can have it tattooed on my thigh too ???? (don’t you judge me).Rae is absolutely gorgeous and was a nice breath of fresh air considering most of what I’ve read this year are about strong heroine type FMCs. No, Rae is a lot more relatable, but is she brave, I’ll give her that. And man, does she have some kinks going on. Good for her.This was very well written, great storyline and the spice ????????????.5/5, maybe even a 4 and damn… avoid reading during your lunch hour at work ???? because you may want to rush home to your bedside draw.There’s another book, that looks to be following Zane and Juniper’s story, but at least for this storyline and these MCs, it does feel finished. There is no cliffhanger, it can be read as a standalone.Totally worth your time if you’re into monsters and demons and “question your life choices” spice.

“Her Soul to Take” was my first real dive into dark romance, and I have to say—I was not prepared! Harley Laroux delivers a gripping, eerie, and intense story that kept me hooked from start to finish. I really enjoyed the main characters; they were compelling and had great chemistry. However, I felt like the love story developed a bit quickly, which made it a little harder to fully connect with their relationship. That said, the atmosphere, supernatural elements, and dark themes were all really well done. If you’re looking for a truly dark and steamy read, this one definitely delivers.

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Spice: ????️????️????️????️This is a dark, intoxicating ride that blends horror, romance, and raw sensuality into something unforgettable. The story pulls you into a world of demons, secrets, and dangerous bargains, where the line between fear and desire blurs beautifully.Harley Laroux doesn’t hold back—her writing is lush and atmospheric, painting eerie gothic settings while balancing it with scorching, open-door spice that is both unapologetically kinky and emotionally charged. The chemistry between the characters crackles, and the tension is addictive, keeping you hooked page after page.This isn’t just a dark romance—it’s a seductive descent into the forbidden, and every moment feels both dangerous and irresistible. If you crave morally gray characters, supernatural danger, and spice that pushes boundaries, this book delivers it all.Tropes you’ll love:• ???? Demon romance / paranormal bargains• ???? Morally gray love interest• ???? Small-town gothic horror• ???? Dangerous protector vibes• ???? Forbidden attraction with irresistible pullSpice level (????️????️????️????️):Expect everything from deliciously dark dominance and submission to edgy kinks that push the boundaries of comfort while still being consensual. Some standout moments include:• ???? A powerfully charged scene where consent and control intertwine in a way that’s both dangerous and intoxicating.• ???? Wickedly creative use of restraints, adding to the push-pull tension between fear and desire.• ???? A mix of tenderness and corruption that makes every spicy encounter feel meaningful, not just physical.Dark, seductive, and unforgettable—this book is an experience.

I rate this 3.5. The best part of the book was the demon , he really brought this book to life. Great plot and well written , I docked points because I didn’t see much of a build of romance or connection with the mmc and fmc but I will say the plot was good and the smut scenes were so good ????️

“???????? ???????????????? ???????????? ???????????? ???????? ????????????????, ???????? ????????????????, ???????? ????????????—????????????????????????????.”????✨ || ???????????????? ????????????????????????⚠︎ check TWs | 18+ content ⚠︎???? Her Soul To Take by Harley LarouxStar Rating: 5/5 ★★★★★Spice Rating: 5/5 ????️????️????️????️????️• mønster/demøn romance• kïnkÿ asf ????• witches, the øccult, lore• dark academia vibes• soft only for her MMC• paranormal investigator FMCOh my gosh, this is the gothic/horror romance book I’ve always wanted. Harley Laroux is such a masterful writer, and their books are always SO EASY AND FUN to read, without sacrificing quality. They are truly SKILLED and I have to say that their spice is my favorite spice that I’ve read.I absolutely LOVED this book with a passion. The FMC is sassy and witty, which I love. Plus, she’s got a penchant for paranormal stuff which makes me love her even more. I’m an avid ghost adventurers watcher soooo, I just adore Raelynn and feel like I can relate to her. Leon, our cinnamon roll demon MMC, is literally DELECTABLE. He’s somehow super rough around the edges and also insanely likeable. The things he says in the bedroom omfg….????“Beg for it. Beg for what you want.”⬆️ I will beg, Leon. Anything you tell me to do, I’ll do….The plot in this is also super enthralling and had me wondering what was going to happen next. My heart would start racing, and that’s how I know I truly enjoy a plot. I felt that connection, and I am just enamored. Hats off to you, Harley. I loved this. I’m diving straight into book two ????