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Wicked Masquerade
Tristan is the Bad Boy of the Art World. A tortured artist with insatiable cravings for beauty, pleasure, and the darker shades of life.When Nova, a Psychology graduate student, enters his orbit, Tristan sweeps Nova off her feet and lures her onto an erotic journey that awakens desires she never knew existed.Danger looms in the background.A killer, hidden amongst the glitz and sensuality, threatens to shatter their newfound connection.Indulge yourself with the Sinful Duet.It's sure to leave you breathless!
293 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 7, 2023
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Kenya Wright wrote her first novel during her third year at UM Law school. She dropped out a month after the release and never looked back.
Words are power,
and Kenya wants to be the greatest wizard that ever lived.
It's an audacity to inspire
and teach the healing of love through arousal.
It's this crazy idea that love
can not only help a reader escape,
but the story can also teach the person
about being human,
while making them laugh,
cry,
and hot for more sex.
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October 15, 2023
There was a promise of a plot but I felt like it was never expanded on.
January 7, 2024
Nova and Tristian were so hot together. It ended on cliffhanger but I am very invested in where their relationship ends. Due to Tristian being very heavy handed and Nova being very level minded, their dynamics should prove for some very plot worthy entertainment.
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October 5, 2023I love Kenya Wrights books, unfortunately, I am disappointed with this one. It is an extremely slow burn with the only intimacy between Tristan & Nova is basically foreplay before leading into a cliffhanger. I like the drama of the murders & the eroticism, but the details of the décor of the rooms in a house were a bit overboard & unnecessary to describe a scene. I imagine in the next book there will be a confrontation with Nova's mother. I don't understand why Nova hasn't applied for financial aid assistance or obtained student loans to continue her education. Anyways, this story is interesting just don't expect the h/h to be intimate intimate ;)
September 12, 2023
Interesting
This is definitely a slow burn kind of story, I feel like we're truly in for some shenanigans in the next book & I'm ready. They're both interesting. I like the Nova isn't just a pathetic desperate moron. It's refreshing the way this author writes her black heroines. I'm always down for anything in paradise city. I was hoping we would get more stories from there because the city itself is a character.
This is definitely a slow burn kind of story, I feel like we're truly in for some shenanigans in the next book & I'm ready. They're both interesting. I like the Nova isn't just a pathetic desperate moron. It's refreshing the way this author writes her black heroines. I'm always down for anything in paradise city. I was hoping we would get more stories from there because the city itself is a character.
September 10, 2023
Delicious! Delicious! Delicious!
Need I say more? Oh Nova, how bright will you shine? How expansive will you get? And Tristan. Tristan aren't you clever boy? But only in the safety of your element....
Well done Kenya. Thank you so much for this story. I await with bated breath.
Need I say more? Oh Nova, how bright will you shine? How expansive will you get? And Tristan. Tristan aren't you clever boy? But only in the safety of your element....
Well done Kenya. Thank you so much for this story. I await with bated breath.
September 23, 2023
Intelligent and Steamy
I love the depth of the heroine's intelligence and self-reflection. The intensity of the connection between Nova and Tristan ignites a desire in the reader that lingers. I am anticipating the next book with eagerness.
I love the depth of the heroine's intelligence and self-reflection. The intensity of the connection between Nova and Tristan ignites a desire in the reader that lingers. I am anticipating the next book with eagerness.
August 17, 2025
3.75 stars
Wicked Masquerade is presented as one of two in a “Sinful Duet.” A dark romance between renowned artist Tristan and master’s student Nova, set against the backdrop of serial murders. Tristan is portrayed as layered and dark, but not much was revealed about why—and while I don’t need everything spelled out, I would’ve appreciated more depth.
Nova was also difficult to connect with. There was some exploration of her past, but it felt brushed over.
The story could have balanced the murder mystery and romance more effectively—the pacing just felt off. I liked it overall, but I was left unsatisfied. It ends on a cliffhanger, and if the author releases a sequel, I’ll definitely pick it up. I really enjoy her other work, so I’m hopeful for a stronger conclusion.
Wicked Masquerade is presented as one of two in a “Sinful Duet.” A dark romance between renowned artist Tristan and master’s student Nova, set against the backdrop of serial murders. Tristan is portrayed as layered and dark, but not much was revealed about why—and while I don’t need everything spelled out, I would’ve appreciated more depth.
Nova was also difficult to connect with. There was some exploration of her past, but it felt brushed over.
The story could have balanced the murder mystery and romance more effectively—the pacing just felt off. I liked it overall, but I was left unsatisfied. It ends on a cliffhanger, and if the author releases a sequel, I’ll definitely pick it up. I really enjoy her other work, so I’m hopeful for a stronger conclusion.
September 10, 2023
This one just didn’t resonate with me. I love a lot of this author’s work and was looking forward to this read and it just didn’t move me. Tristan and Nova are interesting characters but for some reason I just couldn’t connect with them.
This book is heavy on sexy. I think I would’ve been more interested in seeing the mystery serial killer be bigger than focusing so much on the eroticism.
There’s a cliffhanger so be prepared. The next book comes out in a month. While it was a decent stopping point it didn’t leave me on the edge of my seat.
Overall this is a finely written book with rich scenery, and a lot sexiness. Give it read, it might click with you more!
This book is heavy on sexy. I think I would’ve been more interested in seeing the mystery serial killer be bigger than focusing so much on the eroticism.
There’s a cliffhanger so be prepared. The next book comes out in a month. While it was a decent stopping point it didn’t leave me on the edge of my seat.
Overall this is a finely written book with rich scenery, and a lot sexiness. Give it read, it might click with you more!
September 10, 2023
This book was such a good surprise.
It was hot,intense.
I love the fact that the hero Tristan was an artist,it was fascinating to see his passion and how consuming the creativity process was.
The chemistry between Nova and Tristian was off the chart,electrifying,I loved how obsessed they were about each other.
I can't wait to read about Book 2,I'm just afraid of the sharing that might occur at the masquerade, it's one of the heroine fantasy and the hero was tiptoing around it.
Is it too much to ask a romance with just two people involved?I am sick if this new trope of jealous men sharing their women (but it's okay just for one night 🙄 ridiculous)
It was hot,intense.
I love the fact that the hero Tristan was an artist,it was fascinating to see his passion and how consuming the creativity process was.
The chemistry between Nova and Tristian was off the chart,electrifying,I loved how obsessed they were about each other.
I can't wait to read about Book 2,I'm just afraid of the sharing that might occur at the masquerade, it's one of the heroine fantasy and the hero was tiptoing around it.
Is it too much to ask a romance with just two people involved?I am sick if this new trope of jealous men sharing their women (but it's okay just for one night 🙄 ridiculous)
January 7, 2024
I put 3 stars, but I think I'm waffling between that and something lower. I'm not too clear on it because I finished this book some weeks ago and I can't remember what exactly got on my nerves. One thing that was disconcerting was when the book started, and Tristan was painting I almost thought he was going to try and put his penis through the canvas with the way the author described things. I'm also wondering how many books their story will be because I'm not seeing how this murder thing even works into this story and things just seem pretty vague other than Tristan and Nova being sexually attracted to eachother.
September 12, 2023
Well then....
That was fun. Even as a person who loooaaattthhhheeeeeees artists I still enjoyed the read.
The only thing that took me out of it was an unfunded psychology PhD student. Like, where is the lady studying that she doesn't have at least a small stipend or the option of student loans?!?
However, as someone who's dated artists, the male lead character was too spot on for comfort. As always in Paradise I swear the food scenes were just as sexy as the spice. Fun read and I like that the ending wasn't too bad of a cliff hanger.
That was fun. Even as a person who loooaaattthhhheeeeeees artists I still enjoyed the read.
The only thing that took me out of it was an unfunded psychology PhD student. Like, where is the lady studying that she doesn't have at least a small stipend or the option of student loans?!?
However, as someone who's dated artists, the male lead character was too spot on for comfort. As always in Paradise I swear the food scenes were just as sexy as the spice. Fun read and I like that the ending wasn't too bad of a cliff hanger.
September 12, 2023
🤗🤗
Why is it once it gets good it ends......smh I font want to ✋️ for the next 📖....any ways it was a great read 📚 I mean Tristan is a vibe all on his own the way he told her he was looking for someone to go to the party with and dismissed her baby no maam....then coming back with an I need you I would have made him wait longer.....I need more on this cop and the women I want more clues I can kind of see whats happening but I can't wait to see the why once its put together 🤔🤔🫣🫣
Why is it once it gets good it ends......smh I font want to ✋️ for the next 📖....any ways it was a great read 📚 I mean Tristan is a vibe all on his own the way he told her he was looking for someone to go to the party with and dismissed her baby no maam....then coming back with an I need you I would have made him wait longer.....I need more on this cop and the women I want more clues I can kind of see whats happening but I can't wait to see the why once its put together 🤔🤔🫣🫣
April 8, 2025
WTF
This is a 10 out of 10 but WTF is the ending!? What do you mean? I have to wait for an entirely different book for them to get really down and dirty? Oh hell, no! The writing is so strong. I love every bit of it. But this story wasn’t storying at all. I mean it was telling a bomb ass story but at the same time it wasn’t telling anything. Like where is the climax? You built up all this mystery just to end it here? And now I have to wait for another book. Come on girl don’t do this to me. I am quite unsatisfied with the ending.
This is a 10 out of 10 but WTF is the ending!? What do you mean? I have to wait for an entirely different book for them to get really down and dirty? Oh hell, no! The writing is so strong. I love every bit of it. But this story wasn’t storying at all. I mean it was telling a bomb ass story but at the same time it wasn’t telling anything. Like where is the climax? You built up all this mystery just to end it here? And now I have to wait for another book. Come on girl don’t do this to me. I am quite unsatisfied with the ending.
April 15, 2025
This book was sitting in my Kindle Library for a while. I started it months ago and struggled to read it. Recently I found it on Spotify. The audio version of the book got me through it and I’m glad it did. With no spoilers, I liked Tristan and Nova. For once I liked a slow burn. There was something so easy about listening. I was wrapped in the story. I wanted to know more about the supporting characters. Everything worked until the end. It’s a cliffhanger, something I didn’t know before starting the book. If I had I would not have read it without the next book being completed. So now I sit and wait…😒
January 6, 2026
The stories pacing was off. Felt some parts were rushed and others seemed to drag on. Almost 300 pages and I didn't feel it got into anything real. They constantly talked about all types of sex but it didn't happen one time.
Book ended on a cliffhanger and it's now been over 2 years since this was released.
So many unfinished stories. Nova and her mom's relationship. how is she going 6th finish paying for her degree. What happened to Tristan in his childhood. what happened to Tristan friend? Who is the serial killer and why is he doing this? who is watching Nova.
Book ended on a cliffhanger and it's now been over 2 years since this was released.
So many unfinished stories. Nova and her mom's relationship. how is she going 6th finish paying for her degree. What happened to Tristan in his childhood. what happened to Tristan friend? Who is the serial killer and why is he doing this? who is watching Nova.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 18, 2024
Awesomely Wicked
Excellent read! Ms. Wright pulls us in, gives us an unimaginable experience. This story teases the reader throughout to only make you yearn for more! She takes us on a sensual journey while creating a dark and mysterious world where anything can happen. All of this while preparing us for helping to solve heinous crimes occurring in Tristan and Nova’s world. Is Tristan the one?
Excellent read! Ms. Wright pulls us in, gives us an unimaginable experience. This story teases the reader throughout to only make you yearn for more! She takes us on a sensual journey while creating a dark and mysterious world where anything can happen. All of this while preparing us for helping to solve heinous crimes occurring in Tristan and Nova’s world. Is Tristan the one?
October 3, 2025
Nova is a wonderful, thoughtful PHD student studying psychology. Her perspective and insights on sex were intriguing and I found myself wanting to go to lunch with her and pick her brain! The kindness she showed to Tristan was really undeserving, in my opinion. At every moment, he reminded her of his demeaning, controlling personality. He seemed to forget the idea of consent until the very end of the book.
September 30, 2023
So many twist and turns.
Tristan and Nova are playing a dangerous game, especially with some one out there killing people they can't seem to stay away from each other too, but I am so as can of inviting others into the bedroom so I hope book 2 is not filled with that I will have to pads I would love it see just these 2 being the only ones in bed together.
Tristan and Nova are playing a dangerous game, especially with some one out there killing people they can't seem to stay away from each other too, but I am so as can of inviting others into the bedroom so I hope book 2 is not filled with that I will have to pads I would love it see just these 2 being the only ones in bed together.
December 16, 2023
Loving the suspense!
This story started with a bang and I can't wait to see where it goes next! I love the connection between Nova and Tristan. I know there is something shady with Hayden, but I like the possibility of two men vying for Nova's attention. May the best man win (Tristan)!
This story started with a bang and I can't wait to see where it goes next! I love the connection between Nova and Tristan. I know there is something shady with Hayden, but I like the possibility of two men vying for Nova's attention. May the best man win (Tristan)!
June 12, 2025
WTF did I just read? This book has the most over the top descriptions known to human kind, half of the book are descriptions of every single thing, not only that but the way they are described, like, why do I need to know your shoe strings embraced your leg? The beginning was interesting, would have been better if the author had concentrated in the brothers story.
September 7, 2023
I am on the edge of my seat!!
Bring on book two....PLEASE!!! As always, Ms. Wright's book keep me mesmerized and I can't stop reading. I have sat at work again, and finished a book in a few hours. She is quickly becoming a favorite author of mine.
Bring on book two....PLEASE!!! As always, Ms. Wright's book keep me mesmerized and I can't stop reading. I have sat at work again, and finished a book in a few hours. She is quickly becoming a favorite author of mine.
September 11, 2023
Very entertaining
This book did not disappoint in any way. I’m super invested in this couple. Nova is such a breath of fresh air as is Tristan. Can I just say that I think Dominic is the killer? Idky, I just get that feeling.
This book did not disappoint in any way. I’m super invested in this couple. Nova is such a breath of fresh air as is Tristan. Can I just say that I think Dominic is the killer? Idky, I just get that feeling.
September 16, 2023
first off
First, where the rest of it I know you did not just leave us like this 😮. I need to know what’s going on and what’s to come 😠. Beside that it’s a good book so far, can’t wait for book two. ❤️❤️❤️
First, where the rest of it I know you did not just leave us like this 😮. I need to know what’s going on and what’s to come 😠. Beside that it’s a good book so far, can’t wait for book two. ❤️❤️❤️
September 21, 2023
invested!
I am totally invested! Nova and Tristian are ELECTRIC, HOT, ALL CONSUMING! Both with tragic past but one runs from it and the other runs with it. I cannot wait to see how it unfolds 🤎
I am totally invested! Nova and Tristian are ELECTRIC, HOT, ALL CONSUMING! Both with tragic past but one runs from it and the other runs with it. I cannot wait to see how it unfolds 🤎
September 19, 2023
cliffhanger Beware
Did not read all the details if I did would have waited for book 2 and if book 2 is also a cliffhanger would definitely pass up on
reading it.
Did not read all the details if I did would have waited for book 2 and if book 2 is also a cliffhanger would definitely pass up on
reading it.
September 26, 2023
Loved It
I didn't think I would like this book, reminding me of 50 Shades of Grey, but in a way better! There is mystery, romance and lots if foreplay. This is a must read!!!!
I didn't think I would like this book, reminding me of 50 Shades of Grey, but in a way better! There is mystery, romance and lots if foreplay. This is a must read!!!!
January 6, 2024
Really enjoyed this 🥰
January 30, 2024
Suspenseful
I love the book. Just mad at the cliffhanger. All the books by this author are great reads. Can't wait until the next one.
I love the book. Just mad at the cliffhanger. All the books by this author are great reads. Can't wait until the next one.
August 5, 2024
I absolutely LOVE Tristan and Nova !!!!! Need pt 2 ASAP !!!!!!!
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