All In My Head: A Dark Vampire Romance

by Meagan Spaid

After losing his wife over 200 years ago, Cole has been doing his best to survive. Until he meets a girl who looks just like her. Carson.

Cole is obsessed. He can’t leave her alone. He stalks her, trying to get close to her, but it’s not enough. Cole slips into her dreams to talk to her, to tell her how he feels, and to do... other things. But now Carson thinks she’s going crazy.

When Carson’s boyfriend gets involved with some shady individuals and puts Carson in danger shortly after Cole sets his sights on her, Cole becomes livid and takes things into his own hands. Little does he know, Carson will be blamed for his actions. To fix his mess, he has to out himself to save her while praying she doesn't run.

218 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 30, 2023

Reviews

[Book.Wolf · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5/5
Read the trigger warnings!!!

its a short Dark romance book

The book started really thrilling and put you on the edge of your seat right away.
The book is also filled with spice, blood and gore. And i loved it! I loved how the stalked went after everyone that hurt the fmc, it actually makes you want to cheer him on.

The book is very exciting!

The only thing i didnt like about the book is that it was finished so fast. And an epiloge would have been nice.

[Daniel Jenkins · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not my usual read but I’m glad I did.

Well worth the read. Can easily read in couple of days.

I would recommend it

[Nichole · Rating 4 out of 5]

* 4-4.5 Stars *

All In My Head was a wickedly fun read that showed another side of Meagan Spaid's writing style. A fresh batch of unique characters with a lovely paranormal twist. Safe to say that we all need someone like Cole in our lives ;)

[Aidan · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was fun, but occasionally frustrating. If the plot description sounds like your cup of tea, absolutely read it, and then read the next one for a bit smoother of an experience (but no less exciting and spicy).

I had two gripes with this book, but neither made it unenjoyable. First, the book had a bad habit of introducing characters in one chapter with the sole purpose of killing them in the next. They were minor guys, wouldn't have done much of anything anyway, and I don't think we really missed out on much by not seeing more of them. But I think because we were meeting and then killing characters, it didn’t really feel as fleshed out as it could have. It was like a series of disconnected events, tied together by one single string. The pace was incredibly fast as a result, but personally I think it could have slowed down and given a little more build up instead of what felt like a slasher free-for-all. This is an entirely subjective take, and if slashers are your jam, then this book is for you. Second, the ending was a bit abrupt. It’s “happy” but I’m not exactly satisfied; it doesn’t feel resolved. After reading the second book (Til Death Do Us Part), there's a little more closure on the events of the first. But I think an extra chapter would have done wonders for the conclusion of this novel.

For the good stuff, the spice was certainly spicy. Carson is fiercely independent, she wants to be as self-sufficient as possible. She holds her own as the FMC. Cole… I can’t decide if I like him or not. He’s hot as fuck, don’t get me wrong, he could fold me like a lawn chair any day. But he’s a little too impulsive for me to go all in on. He’s paving the road with good intentions, but it leads straight to hell. I love a man willing to kill for his woman, but when the killing makes her life harder, it doesn’t quite hit the same. Nonetheless, overall a very fun romp. And if you like this one, it only gets better from here!

[nerdygirlmeetsbooks · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love a good vampire story and this one had such a cool twist! Cole seems like a smokin’ hot guy, a good gym partner and a potentially good friend…but is that who he really is?

Carson was an independent, strong-willed woman who is settling in a relationship she’s unsure about, while working a job that’s running her ragged. She is just coasting in life until she starts dreaming about her stalker…and everything changes.

Cole and Carson were such a duo. I loved how protecting Cole was, even though everything he thought was right literally backfired and made Carson’s life worse. He turned out to be the only good thing in her life. This story was hot! I’m looking forward to more from Kenneth’s story next!

I rated it 4⭐️ because there was a good bit of miscommunication between Cole and Carson, the fact she never mentions what happened to her mom and the cheating bit wasn’t my favorite. BUT….still a good story and will recommend for vampire lovers!

[DJJarvisReads · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my first read by Meagan Spaid, and it definitely won't be my last!

All in My Head is a pretty fast-paced horror romance story about a morally grey vampire who is willing to do anything to protect the doppelganger of his wife, who died 200 years ago.

I really liked the author's writing style and that the book has a dual POV. It just gives the story more depth, being able to see it from both of the main characters' perspectives.

The only thing that I wish is that this book was a little longer because I need more of the story! It is safe to say that I am eagerly waiting for the second book to come out soon!

I 100% recommend this to anyone looking for their next read. Especially if you like fast-paced stories that do not lack any plot, vampires, and/or morally grey characters who happen to have a touch her and d!e mindset!

[Kelsey Fletcher · Rating 5 out of 5]

SO GOOD! I loved this one. Vampire romances are always fun but especially when the MMC is kind of unhinged and super protective of the FMC. Cole was extra charming and I’m honestly surprised Carson could resist at all. Dan was two thumbs down for being the worst boyfriend ever. I really loved the symmetry in this between the nightmares in the beginning to the ending. The spice in this was fantastic and I look forward to reading book two.

[Helen Lohman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Let me just say if you are looking for a Twilight type of vampire book- this isn’t it. While Meagan does a fabulous job creating characters that you can relate to and feel their emotions I felt like she did more too. It might seem weird but Cole gave off this “nice guy” vibe the whole time and then he was dominant and a little scary, but it had me thinking Edward Cullen/Christian Grey. Loved the story of Cole and Carson and can’t wait to read more.

[Melissa Lindsey · Rating 4 out of 5]

A somewhat dark stalker romance. Serial un aliver vampire stalker. Carson the FMC is a school teacher in a relationship. But she has a mask wearing stalker that visits her in her dreams. Another really good book from this author. A plot to the story that I loved. The characters were great ( except Dan).

[Duchess_of_Pearls Scott · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short fun DARK stalker vampire romance. He offs all who wrong her, including her own mother. Spice is to die for, and bloody to boot! Really wish the second book was out, I want to see Kenneth’s story too if it’s as unhinged as this one! Absolutely loved it, hits all the right spots for a short and delicious ride!

[Stasia Roze · Rating 3 out of 5]

Dark, dirty and fun

A fun quick read that kallmekris would bully me for enjoying.

I read this in an evening. It's got charm to it for sure, it's a nice easy read that you can just relax to. There are a few plot holes and lines that were just left, but im okay with that because I just wanted a light read.

Its a dark romance with a lot of spice

[Whitney Casarez · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this read! Seemed like a fairly short read, lots of spice!
Carson is your typical woman with her boyfriend of 2 years, just trying to navigate her way through life, dealing with a masked stalker in her dreams… so she thinks.
This book takes you on an adventure through imagination and reality. Who is hiding behind that mask? Are they closer than she realizes?
I recommend the read.

[Ele Ford · Rating 5 out of 5]

All In My Head was a fast paced horror romance which I read in a day. I couldn't put it down and when I tell you it has some dark moments, I do mean DARK, so read those TW's. I loved how the MMC could reach the FMC in her dreams. That was fun to read! It did have an abrupt ending, so I do wish there was an epilogue or a novella for them. Really liked this book.

[Courtney Hastings · Rating 3 out of 5]

In this story our MMC is a vampire and he has his sights set on our FMC. But the reason why, she looks just like his wife who died 200 years ago after being taken in under the suspicion of witchcraft. Our FMC hasn't been able to sleep as our MMC continues to visit her in her dreams, and a stalker keeps watching over her and maybe creating more trouble by "taking care" of her problems. But is it really solving anything or is it just blowing up her life?

[Emma Reason · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book but for a few hundred years old vamp Cole really is a dumb a$$ and I'm here for it.
The casual murders and spice make a great plot and also looking forward to Kenneth's book!

[Stephanie Vicente · Rating 4 out of 5]

All in head was a quick and fun read! It definitely read different from her twisted fates series but it was still just as good! It had a good paranormal twist as well.