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7sofia7's review against another edition
This author writes fucked up stories in which men are ruthless killers, women are unhinged and survivers (tw sa), the initial dynamic is fucked up and it never really changes, they simply become dark and codependent together. And I eat this shit up!!!
I have read stories that were more messed up for sure but this one is still not for the faint of heart. As I stated previously i would compare it to a K Webster novel.
At the end I didn't root for the relationship per se and I did not find the sex secne hot but I was deeply enthralled by this book. I liked the two main characters, their story, their dynamic, everything. I have to say thay when I first discovered this author this was the title with the tropes and the blurb that captivated me the most but I decided to read the previous books in order to acclimate me to this world. This book works really well as a standalone so you don't have to do as I have but I still found the progression usefull to getting used again to this level of darkness. (The cruel beauty series starts with a kidnapping but I've read so many reiterations of the beauty and the beast/captive mafia romances and it had so many tropes that are common in this kind of narrative that they didn't hit me very hard)
I recommend this book even just a standalone mafia/woman about to be sold/a captive road trip book but I want to say it again: it's dark. It's not cora reilly it's k webster.
It's my favourite from this author but it's fucked up and not a love story that I root for. It's also a slow burn (but the tension is there from the beginning)
Trigger Warnings SA (not the most detailed descriptions but the heroine has had a terrible life aince she was a child)
I have read stories that were more messed up for sure but this one is still not for the faint of heart. As I stated previously i would compare it to a K Webster novel.
At the end I didn't root for the relationship per se and I did not find the sex secne hot but I was deeply enthralled by this book. I liked the two main characters, their story, their dynamic, everything. I have to say thay when I first discovered this author this was the title with the tropes and the blurb that captivated me the most but I decided to read the previous books in order to acclimate me to this world. This book works really well as a standalone so you don't have to do as I have but I still found the progression usefull to getting used again to this level of darkness. (The cruel beauty series starts with a kidnapping but I've read so many reiterations of the beauty and the beast/captive mafia romances and it had so many tropes that are common in this kind of narrative that they didn't hit me very hard)
I recommend this book even just a standalone mafia/woman about to be sold/a captive road trip book but I want to say it again: it's dark. It's not cora reilly it's k webster.
It's my favourite from this author but it's fucked up and not a love story that I root for. It's also a slow burn (but the tension is there from the beginning)
Trigger Warnings SA (not the most detailed descriptions but the heroine has had a terrible life aince she was a child)
morebooksforever's review against another edition
5.0
I seriously don’t think this author could ever go wrong with her writing. A Lock of Death was phenomenal. A spin on a the classic fairy tale Rapunzel with a dark and dirty twist. Be still my beating heart I am in love!!! Nine and Dimitri were flipping meant for one another like two halves to make a whole. They complete one another whole heartedly and their story was an absolute stunner. The chemistry these two have is seriously scorching and the angst if off the charts.. Its that kind of slow burn that builds in your belly and moves to consume your whole body. Once again I was captivated from the beginning of page one until the end. Beena Khan doesn’t disappoint that’s for sure. 1000% you need to read this book. Fantastic!!
_alyxo_'s review against another edition
I was interested in the story and concept but it was poorly written so I gave up.
shirleycuypers's review against another edition
5.0
Original review
This book was provided by the author in exchange for an honest review. Thank you Beena Khan!
This book was provided by the author in exchange for an honest review. Thank you Beena Khan!
A Lock of Death is the second book in the Black Widow series and tells the story of Nine and Dimitri. The Black Widow series is a spin-off series of the Beauty & The Beast series, but A Lock of Death can be read as a standalone.
"You’re my joy and my sun. You’re my yellow, Goldie."
Ever since I read about Dimitri, I had to know his story. He always seemed so weird and emotionless, and it was so nice to discover why he’s so special. A Lock of Death was another amazing book by Beena Khan, and I’m so happy that I read Nine and Dimitri’s story. This book is loosely based on the Rapunzel retelling, and I loved it! Beena Khan did such an amazing job with A Lock of Death. It was addictive, fast paced and hard to put down!
Dimitri is one of a kind, lol. He’s really weird and we get an explanation why he is the way he is. I’m not going to spoil it for you, but I loved what Beena Khan did with Dimitri. The ‘disorders’ she speaks about are really interesting and I love seeing representation in books. Nine is also one of a kind. She’s really badass and I love her bravery. Again, I loved what Beena Khan did to this character. She’s so real, she’s been through a lot and has an addiction.
I’m glad that Dimitri got his happy ending with Nine, and I loved reading this story. Beena Khan is an amazing author, and her books are insane. If you’re looking for some Dark Mafia Romance books, then I highly recommend the Black Widow series and the Beauty & The Beast series. Please keep in mind that these books have triggering content, please check out the TW’s!
kkecreads's review against another edition
5.0
A Lock of Death by Beena Khan
Published: October 1, 2021
B. Khan
I received a copy of this book for free, and I leave my review voluntarily.
Beena Khan is a storyteller based in NYC, where she brings dark fairytales and myths to life. She writes mafia crime romance, new adult, and edgy contemporary fiction that gives you a book hangover. Her books are painful, messy, dangerous, and raw. She has a master’s degree in Developmental Psychology and a minor in Arabic studies. She often explores the human psyche. She published her first book, The Name of Red, when she was 26.
“I wish you would keep me.”
Nine spends her days locked in a skyscraper and her nights acting as a drug mule. It isn’t glamorous, but she has the protection of the Pakhan has benefits. Until one night when the Pakhan tells Nine is being sold. Now, she is on a road trip with the younger brother of the Pakhan. A man who is dark and evil and ruthless. But she sees something in his eyes… and it sets her on fire.
This might be Beena’s darkest novel to date. But I loved the passion and the intensity. The darkness is so well written, and the fact that a bulk of the story takes place in a car is insane.
I weirdly loved Nine and Dimitri’s story. Their connection is raw and real. Their journey is intense and terrifying. But also filled with so much passionate emotion.
I also really enjoyed getting to know Nine. I love how her actual her name was revealed; that aspect gave me The Name of Red vibes. I love that Nine is such a bold, dangerous, and sassy character. And I love her flaws. They make her highly human.
The twisted telling of Rapunzel was so devastatingly beautiful. The characters were so well done. The storyline was deadly, and the twist was so well delivered. Beena Khan truly gets better with every novel she releases.
I cannot wait to see what terror she unleashes next!
Published: October 1, 2021
B. Khan
I received a copy of this book for free, and I leave my review voluntarily.
Beena Khan is a storyteller based in NYC, where she brings dark fairytales and myths to life. She writes mafia crime romance, new adult, and edgy contemporary fiction that gives you a book hangover. Her books are painful, messy, dangerous, and raw. She has a master’s degree in Developmental Psychology and a minor in Arabic studies. She often explores the human psyche. She published her first book, The Name of Red, when she was 26.
“I wish you would keep me.”
Nine spends her days locked in a skyscraper and her nights acting as a drug mule. It isn’t glamorous, but she has the protection of the Pakhan has benefits. Until one night when the Pakhan tells Nine is being sold. Now, she is on a road trip with the younger brother of the Pakhan. A man who is dark and evil and ruthless. But she sees something in his eyes… and it sets her on fire.
This might be Beena’s darkest novel to date. But I loved the passion and the intensity. The darkness is so well written, and the fact that a bulk of the story takes place in a car is insane.
I weirdly loved Nine and Dimitri’s story. Their connection is raw and real. Their journey is intense and terrifying. But also filled with so much passionate emotion.
I also really enjoyed getting to know Nine. I love how her actual her name was revealed; that aspect gave me The Name of Red vibes. I love that Nine is such a bold, dangerous, and sassy character. And I love her flaws. They make her highly human.
The twisted telling of Rapunzel was so devastatingly beautiful. The characters were so well done. The storyline was deadly, and the twist was so well delivered. Beena Khan truly gets better with every novel she releases.
I cannot wait to see what terror she unleashes next!
sofiamk's review against another edition
4.0
Twisted, dark and filled with sexual tension, it’s an amazing dark romance book. i love both the main characters: Nine such a strong, vulnerable, wild woman. Dimitri so charmingly wicked. Their love was beautifully unhinged.
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