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dkgreads's review against another edition
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This was fun! I absolutely loved Bryn’s sass and her banter with Caiden. Their chemistry was off the charts as well 🥵
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Sexual content, and Violence
Moderate: Death of parent, Death, and Kidnapping
bellebookcorner's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
- 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? Yes
3.5
This book would be perfect for adult readers who love to read dark erotic fantasy.
I enjoy listening to this audiobook, told in dual POV with two different narrator who voiced the two main characters. They delivered this story really well.
The plot is simple and interesting. It's well written with a good pacing as well.
Although, I wish the world building was more explored-especially about the Fae world in the beginning.
The characters are pretty well developed, especially the side characters who liven up the story with their sassy comments and bantering.
As for the main character, it took a while for me to warm up to them because sometimes I get annoyed with them throughout the story.
This is definitely one of the spiciest books I've read this year. There's a couple BDSM scenes here and to be honest I found there's one scene that I feels a bit too much.
The ending is a bit rushed but I'm still satisfied with it. The shocking twist at the end gives a glimpse of what the second book is gonna be about.
Overall, listening to this audiobook is a unique experience - the narrators did a great job!
It needs a bit more development in certain areas but still an enjoyable read.
I'm looking forward to read the next book in this series.
🌶 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐓 𝐋𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐋 - 5/5
I received an advanced review copy for free from Netgalley and RB Media, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I enjoy listening to this audiobook, told in dual POV with two different narrator who voiced the two main characters. They delivered this story really well.
The plot is simple and interesting. It's well written with a good pacing as well.
Although, I wish the world building was more explored-especially about the Fae world in the beginning.
The characters are pretty well developed, especially the side characters who liven up the story with their sassy comments and bantering.
As for the main character, it took a while for me to warm up to them because sometimes I get annoyed with them throughout the story.
This is definitely one of the spiciest books I've read this year. There's a couple BDSM scenes here and to be honest I found there's one scene that I feels a bit too much.
The ending is a bit rushed but I'm still satisfied with it. The shocking twist at the end gives a glimpse of what the second book is gonna be about.
Overall, listening to this audiobook is a unique experience - the narrators did a great job!
It needs a bit more development in certain areas but still an enjoyable read.
I'm looking forward to read the next book in this series.
🌶 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐓 𝐋𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐋 - 5/5
I received an advanced review copy for free from Netgalley and RB Media, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing and Sexual content
Moderate: Violence
fangirljeanne's review
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
A solid meh.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Violence, and Kidnapping
Moderate: Death and Alcohol
Minor: Death of parent
deb_ournerdiestthing's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
After a free trip to Vegas lands Bryn’s in an upscale exclusive hotel, she wakes the next morning married to the King of the fae night court, who believes they’ve both been spelled to fall for one another. As Bryn gets drawn further into his world, she’s no longer sure where she belongs.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5
🌶️🌶️ 2/5
Tropes:
Con BDSM
Kidnapping
Found Family
Deb’s Thoughts:
It’s pretty hard not to fall for Caiden, the elusive, billionaire king in this book, and the plot was really
great too! Tons of twists and a good set up for the sequel!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Sexual content
Moderate: Death of parent
peyton5907's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
BOOK REVIEW : Dark King is a steamy and dark paranormal romance and the first in Gina Maxwell’s Deviant Kings series. The story follows Caiden and Bryn, who have an intense and passionate romance with total grumpy/sunshine vibes. Overall, I enjoyed Bryn and Caiden’s romance and thought it was sweet and sexy. They both go through so much over the course of the story, and they are dependent on each other for survival, which makes their relationship even more intense.
“It doesn’t matter that I’m her king. When it comes to Bryn, ultimately I’ll always be the one at her mercy.”
On the other hand, I didn’t like the idea that Bryn couldn’t leave at her own free will. There was one scene where Caiden used sexual acts to get information out of her, and that reminded me of the front cover quote, “Neon Gods meets Fifty Shades.” Comparing your book to 50 shades is simply not a compliment in my opinion—It made me dislike Caiden a little bit and question their relationship.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Violence
olivelm's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
A nice quick read with good spice. The ending felt too rushed and didn’t really make sense with the overall plot.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood and Violence
Moderate: Death of parent
BDSM scenesshinyfox's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
medium-paced
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence
Minor: Gore
noellelovesbooks's review against another edition
4.25
Content Warnings: Sexual scenes, BDSM, degradation, and violence. Mention of: drug use, abuse of power, loss of parents, car accident, torture, and murder.
7/9/23
OMG such a fun reread. The spice, the DS...HOT. Love the lore and can't wait to read book 2 later this month when it releases. I really need to find out more about Tiernan and Fiona!
6/18/22
***I received an ARC, through Netgalley, in exchange for an honest review.***
Wanting a break from reality Bryn jumps at the chance of a free weekend getaway to Vegas. What better way to relax and unwind before getting back to reality and hunting for a new job? Little does Bryn know this weekend getaway is about to turn into something so much more than she bargained for.
Caiden, the King of the Dark Fae, has a lot on his plate but when he makes eye contact, across a crowded hotel lobby, with Bryn he’s determined to learn more about her. What starts out as a few drinks and a great conversation turns into… waking up married?! With fuzzy memories of the night before Caiden is determined to put some distance between them…no matter how much he craves more of Bryn’s time and attention.
Bryn is all sunshine while Caiden is a grumpy alphahole. I absolutely loved watching Caiden try to deny his growing attraction to Bryn. Everyone, except Caiden, can see just how much he wants and needs her. There’s just something so gratifying about reading a grumpy alphahole brought to his knees by his growing affection for his partner. Then we have Bryn blossoming as she learns more about herself and her desires as Caiden awakens a passion in her she’s never experienced before.
This book gives us a steamy Fae novel with the grumpy/sunshine trope, waking up married in Vegas, trying to fight a mating bond, and so much more. I had so much fun reading this book and cannot wait to see what else this series has to give us!
7/9/23
OMG such a fun reread. The spice, the DS...HOT. Love the lore and can't wait to read book 2 later this month when it releases. I really need to find out more about Tiernan and Fiona!
6/18/22
***I received an ARC, through Netgalley, in exchange for an honest review.***
Wanting a break from reality Bryn jumps at the chance of a free weekend getaway to Vegas. What better way to relax and unwind before getting back to reality and hunting for a new job? Little does Bryn know this weekend getaway is about to turn into something so much more than she bargained for.
Caiden, the King of the Dark Fae, has a lot on his plate but when he makes eye contact, across a crowded hotel lobby, with Bryn he’s determined to learn more about her. What starts out as a few drinks and a great conversation turns into… waking up married?! With fuzzy memories of the night before Caiden is determined to put some distance between them…no matter how much he craves more of Bryn’s time and attention.
Bryn is all sunshine while Caiden is a grumpy alphahole. I absolutely loved watching Caiden try to deny his growing attraction to Bryn. Everyone, except Caiden, can see just how much he wants and needs her. There’s just something so gratifying about reading a grumpy alphahole brought to his knees by his growing affection for his partner. Then we have Bryn blossoming as she learns more about herself and her desires as Caiden awakens a passion in her she’s never experienced before.
This book gives us a steamy Fae novel with the grumpy/sunshine trope, waking up married in Vegas, trying to fight a mating bond, and so much more. I had so much fun reading this book and cannot wait to see what else this series has to give us!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Sexual violence, and Violence
Moderate: Murder and Torture
Minor: Drug use, Car accident, Death of parent, and Drug abuse
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