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32 reviews

Brutal Prince by Sophie Lark

challenging dark funny fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

I ate this book up for my September Book Club read with Aus & New Dark Romance Readers FB Group!      
I didn’t expect it to over take all my others but im glad it did, it was a nice lil plate cleanser for me haha
 i found this book not so much on the dark romance side but more Mafia romance andddd im a sucker for Mafia romance. 
So i enjoyed this book. 
I felt the ending was rushed and quickly tidied up loose ends but overall a good read. 

Fall of Ruin and Wrath by Jennifer L. Armentrout

challenging mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

I went into this story blind and Im so glad I did! 
I LOVED the push and pull of the main characters, the fierce loyalty to family and the steamy atmosphere created! 

Overall it took me a while to understand the characters placement and the world building but once I understood, I couldn’t put the book down! 
And ..Oh that ending made me die, I need more story!!! 

Gold by Raven Kennedy

adventurous emotional funny informative inspiring tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Wowee! What a book!!! 
This novel had so much going on, through the adventure that took you to every part of the world, through the slow burn with not one but two relationships that ate at your insides, through the twists and turns, I was enraptured with this story! 

I absolutely loved every part but now I NEED that next instalment of the series.. NOW!!

Charming Violet by Carisse Lee

funny fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.25

I devoured this read! I found myself reading at such a fast pace trying to keep up with them. 
This definitely gives taboo Step Brother/ his best friend and small town! If these tick your boxes, don’t hesitate to jump right in, there is plenty to share.

One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig

adventurous challenging dark informative mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I literally just finished and that ending was …. Wow…. I got straight up and picked the 2nd book straight off my shelf to start! 

I was worried at first when I started this book for Book Club, it took days for me to pick up and start, then I procrastinated when starting and finding time..the first couple of chapters didn’t hold my interest and I got worried.

I went on tho and once other characters started getting involved the book picked up pace for me! But the end I was basically speed reading as I NEEDED TO KNOW what was happening with the twists, riddles and rhymes and turns of the novels storyline. 

I was shocked and a bit disappointed at the ending as I felt it was just a massive build up… just getting to the juicy part…then ends… so let’s dive into Two Twisted Crowns! Wish me luck 🍀 

Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver

dark funny mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.75

When I say I devoured this book, I mean I devoured it fully! 
The banter is great, the characters grow and develop, the writing is really easy to read and follow! The multi POV’s were my kryptonite tho. I loved Rowan’s POV and Sloane was my home girl from the start with the analogies of situations. 
I adored this book, highly recommended.

Glow by Raven Kennedy

adventurous dark emotional hopeful mysterious reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

I loved this book! It had everything you need, from hot sizzling spice, to adventure, to twists and turns, my emotions were high! And what an ending!! 

I am straight into the next book! I cant seem to stop!!! 

Credence by Penelope Douglas

challenging emotional reflective tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

Oh this book surprisingly exceeded my expectations! I had heard a few reviews and were skeptical but Im so glad I drove in anyway! 

What a great read! I was so utterly invested! The challenges, they twists, the emotions!! Oh, this book made me feel them all! But what a ride! 

I really enjoyed this book! And glad I took the time to read it! 

Blood Lust by Ab. Cynthe

challenging dark mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Holy Moly! What a read! 
When I first read that it was a Jaws retake and made onto an erotic horror novel I was so intrigued as to HOW it was going to work. 
But When I tell you that it 100% does, I ain’t lying! I LOVED this book! It had me hook, line and sinker! Well done!

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Gore, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Torture, Violence, Kidnapping, Stalking, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail

Mountains Made of Glass by Scarlett St. Clair

dark fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This story had me good! I had a few moments where I thought I knew how it was going to go but it didn’t. It’s an enemies to lovers and man, does it give that vibe! 
Princess Ella made me frustrated in many turns but I loved the POV of Casamir aka Thorn Daddy from the start .
If you are after a quick fast paced book to help through an unknown phase, give this lil beauty a go!