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Hunter’s Heart #2
The Fire Went Wild
He stoked a fire inside me. Now it threatens to burn the whole world down.
Charlotte
It’s been three months since my best friend Edie disappeared. The cops don’t care, so if anyone’s going to find her, it’s me.
Until I make the mistake of stopping at a roadside diner in southern Louisiana. Now, a seriously unhinged serial killer has me chained up in his crumbling old house in the middle of nowhere.
He says he’s not allowed to kill me.
So what’s he going to do to me instead?
Jaxon
When I first saw Charlotte, I thought she was a victim, marked by my gods for the slaughter.
But then it becomes very clear that the gods have other things in mind for her. I just don’t know what.
So I keep her alive.
And I try to keep my distance.
But something keeps drawing me toward her. A yearning I can’t deny.
And neither, it seems, can she.
The Fire Went Wild is a dark horror romance and the second book in the Hunter’s Heart universe, a series of interconnected standalones that are best read in order. This book contains graphic content that may be upsetting to some readers. Please review the full list of content warnings on the author’s website.
Charlotte
It’s been three months since my best friend Edie disappeared. The cops don’t care, so if anyone’s going to find her, it’s me.
Until I make the mistake of stopping at a roadside diner in southern Louisiana. Now, a seriously unhinged serial killer has me chained up in his crumbling old house in the middle of nowhere.
He says he’s not allowed to kill me.
So what’s he going to do to me instead?
Jaxon
When I first saw Charlotte, I thought she was a victim, marked by my gods for the slaughter.
But then it becomes very clear that the gods have other things in mind for her. I just don’t know what.
So I keep her alive.
And I try to keep my distance.
But something keeps drawing me toward her. A yearning I can’t deny.
And neither, it seems, can she.
The Fire Went Wild is a dark horror romance and the second book in the Hunter’s Heart universe, a series of interconnected standalones that are best read in order. This book contains graphic content that may be upsetting to some readers. Please review the full list of content warnings on the author’s website.
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Published December 13, 2024
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December 13, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2
🖤 B100d Play
🖤 Breath Play
🖤 Chasing
🖤 A*a1 Play
🖤 Somnophilia consensual
The Fire Went Wild is a dark horror slasher romance and the second book in the Hunter’s Heart universe, a series of interconnected standalones that are best read in order.
This is my first read from Rose Bitterly & it won’t be my last…
I’m now gonna start all over again as I need to read book 1.
Charlotte the mfc Is looking for her best friend as she’s been missing for 3 months. Nobody seems to care tht she’s missing..
The mmc Jaxon is a unhinged hunter & kidnaps her.. oh but do I love him and all his weirdness.. Hell yes I do 🖤
He also can’t unalive her.. as the guardian and the unknown won’t allow it.. this book was fast paced gripping I loved reading every part of it..
🖤 B100d Play
🖤 Breath Play
🖤 Chasing
🖤 A*a1 Play
🖤 Somnophilia consensual
The Fire Went Wild is a dark horror slasher romance and the second book in the Hunter’s Heart universe, a series of interconnected standalones that are best read in order.
This is my first read from Rose Bitterly & it won’t be my last…
I’m now gonna start all over again as I need to read book 1.
Charlotte the mfc Is looking for her best friend as she’s been missing for 3 months. Nobody seems to care tht she’s missing..
The mmc Jaxon is a unhinged hunter & kidnaps her.. oh but do I love him and all his weirdness.. Hell yes I do 🖤
He also can’t unalive her.. as the guardian and the unknown won’t allow it.. this book was fast paced gripping I loved reading every part of it..
June 6, 2025
I regret nothing. I loved it.
July 1, 2025
Well, that was eye opening. 👨🎨 🩸 😵
January 19, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶
So I fell in love with Rose Bitterlys writing when I read Bird on a Blade!! This book is even better!! I love dark romance and this is pitch black and it made my dark heart giggle. Tje twist in this book had my mouth hanging open.I cannot wait for the 3rd book! As always read the trigger warnings and happy reading!
🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶
So I fell in love with Rose Bitterlys writing when I read Bird on a Blade!! This book is even better!! I love dark romance and this is pitch black and it made my dark heart giggle. Tje twist in this book had my mouth hanging open.I cannot wait for the 3rd book! As always read the trigger warnings and happy reading!
October 7, 2025
Thoughts : JAXSON!!! Sweet man! He just wanted to be loved. And Charlotte, I just wanted her to give in and accept him!!!
Overall Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Plot / Storyline 👩🏻💻: 📑📑📑📑
First Spicy Scene: 26 %
Darkness: 🖤
Red Flags: 🚩🚩
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
HEA: YES
POV: Dual
⚠️⚠️⚠️spoilers - whole story***
Charlotte is searching for Edie (from last book). Edie faked her death so she and Sawyer could be together. Charlotte makes her way to Louisiana and stops at a diner where she meets Jaxson.
Jaxson is VERY religious Hunter that “talks” with his gods (the Unnamed and his Guardian). He essentially believes that the gods gave him these powers (enhanced abilities and long life) and in return he does there bidding. Which requires sacrifices on occasion. Humans can sense the darkness in him. The only time he tried to “be with” a human woman, she freaked out when she looked into his eyes and ran. So he has only be with his victims, after they were unalived.
The Unnamed tells Jaxson not to hurt Charlotte.
Charlotte shows Jaxson a picture of a Sicily he painted on Sawyer’s house (Edie took the photo).
Jaxson knows he has to kidnap her in order for her not to talk.
He runs her car off the road and takes her back to his compound. It’s surrounded by an electric fence.
Jaxson gives her little information but Charlotte isn’t scared per se. She is more annoyed than anything. She asks questions and he answers sometimes but cryptically.
Charlotte gets blinding headaches since she was a kid that stopped for a little while but they have come back full force.
Charlotte can tell Jaxson is dangerous but won’t hurt her, she still wants out. Charlotte wakes up to him feasting on her and she unalives him by wrapping a chain around his neck. Even though Jaxson knows it’s not the brightest idea, he self cares while she does it.
The Unnamed tells Jaxson that Charlotte is a Hunter. And he needs to revive faster than it would normally take (usually a couple of months). While he is out, Charlotte tries to escape and bad guys come on the property to get Jaxson. He saves her and now he can smell the faint Hunter in her. Someone put a binding spell on her abilities.
The Unnamed tells Jaxson he must take her to do her first unaliving. She does it but Jaxson kinda forces her but she ends up “enjoying” it much to her dismay. She has been a “human” all her life and she still has all the morals and ethics stuck to her.
Jaxson can tell she is struggling and takes her to see Edie and Sawyer. She finally accepts her Hunter status and tells Jaxson she wants him to be the one that “initiates” her (her first time dying).
They plan it out as it can take a year or two the first time to revive. It works best if you are buried in the earth but Jaxson wants “access” to her so he builds her a crypt surrounded by flowers. Charlotte wakes a year and a half later to Jaxson feasting on her.
Overall Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Plot / Storyline 👩🏻💻: 📑📑📑📑
First Spicy Scene: 26 %
Darkness: 🖤
Red Flags: 🚩🚩
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
HEA: YES
POV: Dual
⚠️⚠️⚠️spoilers - whole story***
Charlotte is searching for Edie (from last book). Edie faked her death so she and Sawyer could be together. Charlotte makes her way to Louisiana and stops at a diner where she meets Jaxson.
Jaxson is VERY religious Hunter that “talks” with his gods (the Unnamed and his Guardian). He essentially believes that the gods gave him these powers (enhanced abilities and long life) and in return he does there bidding. Which requires sacrifices on occasion. Humans can sense the darkness in him. The only time he tried to “be with” a human woman, she freaked out when she looked into his eyes and ran. So he has only be with his victims, after they were unalived.
The Unnamed tells Jaxson not to hurt Charlotte.
Charlotte shows Jaxson a picture of a Sicily he painted on Sawyer’s house (Edie took the photo).
Jaxson knows he has to kidnap her in order for her not to talk.
He runs her car off the road and takes her back to his compound. It’s surrounded by an electric fence.
Jaxson gives her little information but Charlotte isn’t scared per se. She is more annoyed than anything. She asks questions and he answers sometimes but cryptically.
Charlotte gets blinding headaches since she was a kid that stopped for a little while but they have come back full force.
Charlotte can tell Jaxson is dangerous but won’t hurt her, she still wants out. Charlotte wakes up to him feasting on her and she unalives him by wrapping a chain around his neck. Even though Jaxson knows it’s not the brightest idea, he self cares while she does it.
The Unnamed tells Jaxson that Charlotte is a Hunter. And he needs to revive faster than it would normally take (usually a couple of months). While he is out, Charlotte tries to escape and bad guys come on the property to get Jaxson. He saves her and now he can smell the faint Hunter in her. Someone put a binding spell on her abilities.
The Unnamed tells Jaxson he must take her to do her first unaliving. She does it but Jaxson kinda forces her but she ends up “enjoying” it much to her dismay. She has been a “human” all her life and she still has all the morals and ethics stuck to her.
Jaxson can tell she is struggling and takes her to see Edie and Sawyer. She finally accepts her Hunter status and tells Jaxson she wants him to be the one that “initiates” her (her first time dying).
They plan it out as it can take a year or two the first time to revive. It works best if you are buried in the earth but Jaxson wants “access” to her so he builds her a crypt surrounded by flowers. Charlotte wakes a year and a half later to Jaxson feasting on her.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 13, 2024
The Fire Went Wild by Rose Bitterly
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ /5
This was the first ever ARC book I've ever received and I'm so beyond honored cause this series is turning out to be my favorite series of all time. I can't even express how obsessed I am with Bird on a Blade and I had such high hopes for this book and I'm happy to say that The Fire Went Wild is as fantastic as I knew it would be!
First off, I have to commend Bitterly's writing. I don't even know to explain it but her writing for both these books how have hooked me in from page 1 and putting them down is actual torture cause I just want more and more. My only gripe with this book is that it was released during the holidays and I have had literally zero time to read it and give it the attention it deserves - but that's more a "me" problem lol.
Charlotte is a riot. Just like with the first book, I love that the FMC is plus sized and its done in such a way that inspires confidence which I feel is still very rare with plus size FMCs despite the goal to be inclusive. So I really appreciate that. Plus, she's hilarious and absolutely fierce and I loved her character in Book 1 because of her loyalty and protectiveness over Edie and this book took that character and made her even more real. I have such respect for someone who will go to the ends of the earth to find her friend and will follow her gut when she knows that something isn't right. She's smart as fuck and I love that about her!
Jaxon is hot, yes. Unbelievably so. But what I love most about him is how adorable he is too. Charlotte goes on and on about how good looking he is (and with good reason, of course) but he's got an insecurity about himself regarding sex and affection that's so attractive in itself too and one of my absolute favorite scenes (hopefully without spoiling anything) is when they first have sex and his brain goes from insecure Jaxon into confident Hunter mode and just absolutely destroys Charlotte's pussy LMAO.
The chemistry between the two of them is palpable from the start and I love their relationship as a whole. I think they're good for each other like Sawyer and Edie are good for each other.
Spice was amazing too! No notes or comments from me - I thoroughly enjoyed it all. Very hot.
I also LOVE how we are getting more backstory and lore about Hunters. It's such a unique and interesting concept and I can't get enough of it!
Overall, I recommend this book to anyone that loves dark but not necessarily toxic romances, with a fuck ton of killing and spicy smut and some scenes that will have you go "oh fuck, i didn't know I would be into that but yes lets gooooooo" and then some good and wholesome moments to tie it all together.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ /5
This was the first ever ARC book I've ever received and I'm so beyond honored cause this series is turning out to be my favorite series of all time. I can't even express how obsessed I am with Bird on a Blade and I had such high hopes for this book and I'm happy to say that The Fire Went Wild is as fantastic as I knew it would be!
First off, I have to commend Bitterly's writing. I don't even know to explain it but her writing for both these books how have hooked me in from page 1 and putting them down is actual torture cause I just want more and more. My only gripe with this book is that it was released during the holidays and I have had literally zero time to read it and give it the attention it deserves - but that's more a "me" problem lol.
Charlotte is a riot. Just like with the first book, I love that the FMC is plus sized and its done in such a way that inspires confidence which I feel is still very rare with plus size FMCs despite the goal to be inclusive. So I really appreciate that. Plus, she's hilarious and absolutely fierce and I loved her character in Book 1 because of her loyalty and protectiveness over Edie and this book took that character and made her even more real. I have such respect for someone who will go to the ends of the earth to find her friend and will follow her gut when she knows that something isn't right. She's smart as fuck and I love that about her!
Jaxon is hot, yes. Unbelievably so. But what I love most about him is how adorable he is too. Charlotte goes on and on about how good looking he is (and with good reason, of course) but he's got an insecurity about himself regarding sex and affection that's so attractive in itself too and one of my absolute favorite scenes (hopefully without spoiling anything) is when they first have sex and his brain goes from insecure Jaxon into confident Hunter mode and just absolutely destroys Charlotte's pussy LMAO.
The chemistry between the two of them is palpable from the start and I love their relationship as a whole. I think they're good for each other like Sawyer and Edie are good for each other.
Spice was amazing too! No notes or comments from me - I thoroughly enjoyed it all. Very hot.
I also LOVE how we are getting more backstory and lore about Hunters. It's such a unique and interesting concept and I can't get enough of it!
Overall, I recommend this book to anyone that loves dark but not necessarily toxic romances, with a fuck ton of killing and spicy smut and some scenes that will have you go "oh fuck, i didn't know I would be into that but yes lets gooooooo" and then some good and wholesome moments to tie it all together.
January 27, 2025
i actually LOVED this is the end!! it took me so long to read it! a month i think but when i tell you im so glad i took notes! so glad i was able to take my time and absorb the story!
there was points where i didn't know if i was sold on it but im so glad i kept reading because in the end it was such a beautiful story!! charlotte was my favourite!! but i also loved jaxon! his love is so obvious for her in the end and it's so beautiful🥹
this is a new ish genre to me,although i would defintely class it as a dark romance,it has sort of paranormal ish elements & the idea of the hunters still do intrigue me massively,i defintely would LOVE more books with this sort of thing!! the abilities,the way rose wrote them reminds me a lot of twilight & i loved the sort of element (obvs beside the fact that they're vampires in twilight)
summary :
charlotte had such a hard life after losing her best friend,edie! she's devoted a huge portion of her life to find her friend,who she believes is missing and/or dead? until she meets jacob,in the diner,the rest is history! i won't say anymore because it will spoil it and i always do no spoiler reviews,so i guess you'll just have to read it in the end huh?
if you loved twilight and like the same kind of elements too a story,i truly think you'd love this book! the plot is incredible,the spice is 😈🤤 & the somno,is my favourite for sure... rose wrote it so so well!!! rose's writing style is so easily digestible and i love that it is one of them,if you're not like me and a slow reader you could EASILY get through this quickly!! i read best part of it and then come back too it,but the story is so well written that it picks up perfectly if you do choose to not read it in one session like me! i do suggest annotating or taking notes though!
let's get to ratings shall we?
overall?? 4⭐️ such a great read! mad at myself it took me so long to get through it🥹
characters?? 5⭐️ loved charlotte,edie & jaxon,the side characters are just as great too!!
plot?? 4.75⭐️ such a great plot,it was super plot heavy and the story is very much touched on throughout so is super easy to follow!!
spice?? 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ as somebody who loves + has a somno kink,you'd love this one!! but it also has other spicy elements in so pls do check your cw's for this!!
there was points where i didn't know if i was sold on it but im so glad i kept reading because in the end it was such a beautiful story!! charlotte was my favourite!! but i also loved jaxon! his love is so obvious for her in the end and it's so beautiful🥹
this is a new ish genre to me,although i would defintely class it as a dark romance,it has sort of paranormal ish elements & the idea of the hunters still do intrigue me massively,i defintely would LOVE more books with this sort of thing!! the abilities,the way rose wrote them reminds me a lot of twilight & i loved the sort of element (obvs beside the fact that they're vampires in twilight)
summary :
charlotte had such a hard life after losing her best friend,edie! she's devoted a huge portion of her life to find her friend,who she believes is missing and/or dead? until she meets jacob,in the diner,the rest is history! i won't say anymore because it will spoil it and i always do no spoiler reviews,so i guess you'll just have to read it in the end huh?
if you loved twilight and like the same kind of elements too a story,i truly think you'd love this book! the plot is incredible,the spice is 😈🤤 & the somno,is my favourite for sure... rose wrote it so so well!!! rose's writing style is so easily digestible and i love that it is one of them,if you're not like me and a slow reader you could EASILY get through this quickly!! i read best part of it and then come back too it,but the story is so well written that it picks up perfectly if you do choose to not read it in one session like me! i do suggest annotating or taking notes though!
let's get to ratings shall we?
overall?? 4⭐️ such a great read! mad at myself it took me so long to get through it🥹
characters?? 5⭐️ loved charlotte,edie & jaxon,the side characters are just as great too!!
plot?? 4.75⭐️ such a great plot,it was super plot heavy and the story is very much touched on throughout so is super easy to follow!!
spice?? 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ as somebody who loves + has a somno kink,you'd love this one!! but it also has other spicy elements in so pls do check your cw's for this!!
December 12, 2024
Plot: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Characters: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Twist/Suspense: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.25
"The Fire Went Wild": A Dark, Chaotic Romance That Sizzles
This book is pure chaos in the best way. Dark, steamy, and full of twists, it grabs you from the start and doesn’t let go. The opening alone—told from a serial killer’s perspective—sets the tone for the wild ride ahead. Quick heads-up: the story gets pretty gruesome, so make sure to check the trigger warnings.
Charlotte is everything. She’s tough, fierce, and doesn’t back down from anyone. A plus-size heroine who stares down her abductor and fights back? Yes, ma’am. But what really hits is her inner conflict—she’s messy, complicated, and totally real.
Then there’s Jaxon. Broody, intense, and with this quiet confidence that makes you want to know everything about him. He’s dangerous, sure, but the fact that he’s also an artist somehow makes him even hotter. Oh, and he casually drops some French Creole, which should honestly be illegal.
Together, Charlotte and Jaxon are fire. Their enemies-to-lovers energy is unreal—sharp banter, undeniable tension, and a push-and-pull dynamic that keeps you glued to the page. They challenge each other constantly, and when things finally explode between them? Let’s just say it’s worth the wait.
The twists in this story are chef’s kiss. Just when you think you’ve got it figured out, it yanks the rug out from under you. And the world of the Hunters keeps expanding in ways that are dark, messy, and totally fascinating.
If I had one nitpick, it’s that Charlotte spends a bit too much time obsessing over Jaxon’s looks—girl, we get it, he’s hot. But honestly, it’s a minor thing in a book this good.
By the end, I was wrecked in the best way. It’s dark, it’s intense, and somehow still full of heart. If you’re into morally gray characters, sizzling tension, and a touch of chaos, The Fire Went Wild is for you.
I received this book as an ARC Review in exchange for an honest review.
Characters: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Twist/Suspense: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.25
"The Fire Went Wild": A Dark, Chaotic Romance That Sizzles
This book is pure chaos in the best way. Dark, steamy, and full of twists, it grabs you from the start and doesn’t let go. The opening alone—told from a serial killer’s perspective—sets the tone for the wild ride ahead. Quick heads-up: the story gets pretty gruesome, so make sure to check the trigger warnings.
Charlotte is everything. She’s tough, fierce, and doesn’t back down from anyone. A plus-size heroine who stares down her abductor and fights back? Yes, ma’am. But what really hits is her inner conflict—she’s messy, complicated, and totally real.
Then there’s Jaxon. Broody, intense, and with this quiet confidence that makes you want to know everything about him. He’s dangerous, sure, but the fact that he’s also an artist somehow makes him even hotter. Oh, and he casually drops some French Creole, which should honestly be illegal.
Together, Charlotte and Jaxon are fire. Their enemies-to-lovers energy is unreal—sharp banter, undeniable tension, and a push-and-pull dynamic that keeps you glued to the page. They challenge each other constantly, and when things finally explode between them? Let’s just say it’s worth the wait.
The twists in this story are chef’s kiss. Just when you think you’ve got it figured out, it yanks the rug out from under you. And the world of the Hunters keeps expanding in ways that are dark, messy, and totally fascinating.
If I had one nitpick, it’s that Charlotte spends a bit too much time obsessing over Jaxon’s looks—girl, we get it, he’s hot. But honestly, it’s a minor thing in a book this good.
By the end, I was wrecked in the best way. It’s dark, it’s intense, and somehow still full of heart. If you’re into morally gray characters, sizzling tension, and a touch of chaos, The Fire Went Wild is for you.
I received this book as an ARC Review in exchange for an honest review.
November 21, 2024
ARC Review
I’m so glad I was chosen to read this ARC of *The Fire Went Wild* by Rose Bitterly—it was amazing! I’ve never encountered some of the trigger warnings in this book before, but now I’m eager to explore more stories like it.
I absolutely fell in love with Jaxon, even though he's a little strange. We all need a little strange in our lives, right? The plot took unexpected turns that definitely exceeded my expectations. The writing kept me engaged and curious about Charlotte's life, as well as Jaxon’s mysterious family—where are they??
I feel compelled to go back and read about Edie and Sawyer, as I think their story will fill in some gaps and satisfy my curiosity. I couldn’t put this book down; I read it in one sitting and gobbled it up... Thanksgiving pun intended! 😂
I’m definitely going to be getting this book once it comes out. Highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys dark horror romance!
I’m so glad I was chosen to read this ARC of *The Fire Went Wild* by Rose Bitterly—it was amazing! I’ve never encountered some of the trigger warnings in this book before, but now I’m eager to explore more stories like it.
I absolutely fell in love with Jaxon, even though he's a little strange. We all need a little strange in our lives, right? The plot took unexpected turns that definitely exceeded my expectations. The writing kept me engaged and curious about Charlotte's life, as well as Jaxon’s mysterious family—where are they??
I feel compelled to go back and read about Edie and Sawyer, as I think their story will fill in some gaps and satisfy my curiosity. I couldn’t put this book down; I read it in one sitting and gobbled it up... Thanksgiving pun intended! 😂
I’m definitely going to be getting this book once it comes out. Highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys dark horror romance!
December 16, 2024
Charlotte travels from California to Louisiana to look for her friend who went missing 3 months ago when she stumbles upon Jaxon who then kidnaps her since he can’t “unalive” her due to his guardian and the unknown don’t let him, oh yeah he’s a also a hunter.
She hates him for kidnaping her but in the bottom she doesn’t want to admit she’s attracted to him, he had the touch her and die vibes.
Charlotte is fierce, tough who fights back, Jaxon is broody and might seem like 2 different people he is insecure when it comes to his sex life and feelings but he also becomes confident when he goes to hunter mode, he doesn’t know how to express himself or what he’s feeling but tries for charlotte.
There were a few plot twists that caught me off guard as I was totally not expecting them overall, I liked the story, I will go back and read the first book as I haven't read it yet.
She hates him for kidnaping her but in the bottom she doesn’t want to admit she’s attracted to him, he had the touch her and die vibes.
Charlotte is fierce, tough who fights back, Jaxon is broody and might seem like 2 different people he is insecure when it comes to his sex life and feelings but he also becomes confident when he goes to hunter mode, he doesn’t know how to express himself or what he’s feeling but tries for charlotte.
There were a few plot twists that caught me off guard as I was totally not expecting them overall, I liked the story, I will go back and read the first book as I haven't read it yet.
January 12, 2025
Honestly, this book was hella dark but I enjoyed the ride so much. I absolutely adore Jaxon’s shy but serious personality & Charlotte’s defiant snarkiness. Great characters, excellent story-telling and you can clearly see how much the author has improved since the first book. I actually might like this one more than the first. My only complaint isn’t even really a complaint, but I don’t feel like there was a lot of intrigue, as far as drama goes. There wasn’t any pressing issue that needed resolving. No mystery. No character that we’re waiting on to show up and make everyone’s life hell (I.e. Edie’s husband from the first book). I don’t necessarily mind though - I like just hearing about Charlotte & Jaxon’s story. They’re adorable together & work so well & I absolutely adored the twist we get about halfway through. Very fun & quick read! I’m excited for the 3rd one!
December 9, 2024
I LOVED this book! Rose Bitterly does an excellent job of creating a perfect balance of an exciting plot, intense horror and suspense, and very spiiiicy scenes (I would probably give this a 3.5-4 out of 5 for the spice level). So far, my favorite book from 2024 is the Mindf*ck Series, and honestly, this book might even beat that one. Jaxon is my new favorite MMC of all time. I just loved that he was a killer but was the BIGGEST cinnamon roll when it came to Charlotte (FMC). Their relationship was intense but adorable at the same time...he would have done anything for her. I also loved all the gore and action, which made it very suspenseful on top of the romance aspect. 10/10, five stars, 110% recommend to anyone who enjoys a good dark romance novel.
December 10, 2024
Just when I thought I couldn’t love this series more!
After reading Edie and Sawyer’s story, I was left wondering, where do we go from there? Reading about Charlotte and how dedicated she is to finding her best friend, Edie, really made me love her as a character. Then she meets Jaxon one night by fate, and after he realizes who she is… he doesn’t want to let her go.
I loved the relationship between Charlotte and Jaxon. A genuine connection that only strengthened throughout. Jaxon is so sweet and loving, and Charlotte is the first (living) girl Jaxon has ever felt something for. These two are perfect for each other. And there’s a huge plot point that made me love them together even more, but no spoilers here, you’ve gotta read the book ;)
After reading Edie and Sawyer’s story, I was left wondering, where do we go from there? Reading about Charlotte and how dedicated she is to finding her best friend, Edie, really made me love her as a character. Then she meets Jaxon one night by fate, and after he realizes who she is… he doesn’t want to let her go.
I loved the relationship between Charlotte and Jaxon. A genuine connection that only strengthened throughout. Jaxon is so sweet and loving, and Charlotte is the first (living) girl Jaxon has ever felt something for. These two are perfect for each other. And there’s a huge plot point that made me love them together even more, but no spoilers here, you’ve gotta read the book ;)
December 2, 2024
ARC REVIEW:
Wow!
I discovered Rose Bitterly on Instagram, and after seeing her posts, I immediately downloaded *Bird On a Blade*. From the very first page, I was hooked!
*The Fire Went Wild* is a thrilling slasher romance with an intriguing plot and a cast of captivating characters. The story is fast-paced and filled with unexpected twists, and yes, it's definitely spicy... 🫣
Although her books are shorter, they never feel rushed. Each one is packed with rich details and excellent character development. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of *The Fire Went Wild*, and I can’t wait to dive into more of her books!
Wow!
I discovered Rose Bitterly on Instagram, and after seeing her posts, I immediately downloaded *Bird On a Blade*. From the very first page, I was hooked!
*The Fire Went Wild* is a thrilling slasher romance with an intriguing plot and a cast of captivating characters. The story is fast-paced and filled with unexpected twists, and yes, it's definitely spicy... 🫣
Although her books are shorter, they never feel rushed. Each one is packed with rich details and excellent character development. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of *The Fire Went Wild*, and I can’t wait to dive into more of her books!
December 3, 2024
🖤ARC REVIEW🖤
I am so happy I was able to receive an ARC for this book!
I absolutely loved Edie and Sawyer's book (Bird on a Blade), so there was no question if I was going to read this book. This book follows Charlotte and Jaxon. Charlotte is looking for her best friend, Edie, when she meets Jaxon, and from there it's a wild ride.
I was pleased with Jaxon's POV's, because I felt it cleared up some questions I had from the first book. I do still have questions... so hopefully the author continues this series.
If it isn't obvious- this is a dark romance, so definitely check your triggers! If you're not a fan of paranormal / occult themes, this might not be for you 🙃.
I am so happy I was able to receive an ARC for this book!
I absolutely loved Edie and Sawyer's book (Bird on a Blade), so there was no question if I was going to read this book. This book follows Charlotte and Jaxon. Charlotte is looking for her best friend, Edie, when she meets Jaxon, and from there it's a wild ride.
I was pleased with Jaxon's POV's, because I felt it cleared up some questions I had from the first book. I do still have questions... so hopefully the author continues this series.
If it isn't obvious- this is a dark romance, so definitely check your triggers! If you're not a fan of paranormal / occult themes, this might not be for you 🙃.
November 23, 2024
ARC read 📚🖤
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Charlotte and Jaxon :
Edie living her best life, Charolette trying to find her best friend, Jaxon who thought she was just going to be his next victim.
10/10 recommend & will be purchasing once it’s released next month. I couldn’t put this book down. As always check your CW/TW but definitely one I would recommend to my horrorsish dark romance lovers. The dynamic is so good, it flowed very well, the unexpected twists and turns will keep you hooked and unable to put it down.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Charlotte and Jaxon :
Edie living her best life, Charolette trying to find her best friend, Jaxon who thought she was just going to be his next victim.
10/10 recommend & will be purchasing once it’s released next month. I couldn’t put this book down. As always check your CW/TW but definitely one I would recommend to my horrorsish dark romance lovers. The dynamic is so good, it flowed very well, the unexpected twists and turns will keep you hooked and unable to put it down.
December 13, 2024
I DEVOURED this book!!!
I fell in love with Rose Bitterly's writing after reading Bird on a Blade and couldn't wait for this book, so when it hit my Kindle, I GOBBLED it up.
Charlotte is such a bada**, and I want homegirl to be my bestie!
Jaxon was absolutely delicious and unhinged in the best possible way!
These two were absolute perfection together!
I wish I could give this book more than five stars because it deserves so much more!!
When I say RUN, I mean run and grab your copy, I promise you won't be disappointed!!!
I fell in love with Rose Bitterly's writing after reading Bird on a Blade and couldn't wait for this book, so when it hit my Kindle, I GOBBLED it up.
Charlotte is such a bada**, and I want homegirl to be my bestie!
Jaxon was absolutely delicious and unhinged in the best possible way!
These two were absolute perfection together!
I wish I could give this book more than five stars because it deserves so much more!!
When I say RUN, I mean run and grab your copy, I promise you won't be disappointed!!!
January 1, 2025
A book so thrilling and full of details is what I love. You can never go wrong with a guy in a book who has such an interesting way of being. Jaxon is the definition of how a guy can be so mysterious and protective, but when it comes to the dirty part (if you know what i mean) he does not disappointed! He knew how to handle it in such a rough way. Goodness gracious!
Charlotte and Jaxon were just adorable together.
I was on edge while reading. So much action. The story itself was pretty amazing.
Charlotte and Jaxon were just adorable together.
I was on edge while reading. So much action. The story itself was pretty amazing.
November 24, 2024
Words cannot describe how much I loved this book. Rose is a mastermind with words and the way she conceptualizes things that most of us can’t even understand and puts them on paper is phenomenal. The story flows so effortlessly from the previous book all the while still remaining true to its own story bringing back Sawyer and Edie just made it all that much more sweet. I’m hoping that one day we will have a book about our Ambrose and he can find his person whether they’re a hunter or a human.
November 25, 2024
To quote my review of Bird On a Blade - “this fucked 😤🤘🏻”.
Going in this ARC, I was afraid I wasn’t going to like this one as much as book one, but I was gladly mistaken! The dynamic between the FMC and MMC was a bit different and I was a tad hesitant when I read some of the CWs, but everything was done so well. I want to know so much more about their gods -the Unnamed, especially- as well as who Charlotte’s parents are.
I hope there’s more to come in this series. Take all of my money.
Going in this ARC, I was afraid I wasn’t going to like this one as much as book one, but I was gladly mistaken! The dynamic between the FMC and MMC was a bit different and I was a tad hesitant when I read some of the CWs, but everything was done so well. I want to know so much more about their gods -the Unnamed, especially- as well as who Charlotte’s parents are.
I hope there’s more to come in this series. Take all of my money.
December 9, 2024
Man oh man, Rose Bitterly does not disappoint!!
I’m so happy I was able to do another ARC read for Rose’s Slasher books. I loved Edie and Sawyers book (bird on a blade) very much, but this book? Oh my god it was a WILD ride for sure!
I was very excited to learn more about Jaxon and Charlotte. Their story kept you on your toes the whole time, I was not expecting their story to go this way but it was written to absolute perfection.
Please check your trigger warnings before reading ☺️
I’m so happy I was able to do another ARC read for Rose’s Slasher books. I loved Edie and Sawyers book (bird on a blade) very much, but this book? Oh my god it was a WILD ride for sure!
I was very excited to learn more about Jaxon and Charlotte. Their story kept you on your toes the whole time, I was not expecting their story to go this way but it was written to absolute perfection.
Please check your trigger warnings before reading ☺️
January 10, 2025
It was hard to know how to rate this because while I kinda ended up getting grossed out or bored and skimming a lot of the sex scenes, that's honestly on me and not the book. It's a slasher romance, and it goes in even harder on that than the first one.
Other slasher romance books wish they were this uncomfortable to read.
Anyway I thought it was great, the additional lore was fun, and even though I frowned my way through half the sex scenes I'm still kinda jazzed to read about Ambrose and his even more concerning cannibalism.
I do wish it stalled less in the liminal while she's resisting this new reality, and wanted more art stuff (theres almost no art in this book about two artists!!), I feel like there was quite a bit of fucked up sex nonsense that could have easily been fucked up art nonsense for some cute bonding and another dimension outside of shared horrifying kink.
But whatever, it takes a lot to be charmed by people engaging in the sorts of stuff happening in this book and yet they're charming.
Other slasher romance books wish they were this uncomfortable to read.
Anyway I thought it was great, the additional lore was fun, and even though I frowned my way through half the sex scenes I'm still kinda jazzed to read about Ambrose and his even more concerning cannibalism.
I do wish it stalled less in the liminal while she's resisting this new reality, and wanted more art stuff (theres almost no art in this book about two artists!!), I feel like there was quite a bit of fucked up sex nonsense that could have easily been fucked up art nonsense for some cute bonding and another dimension outside of shared horrifying kink.
But whatever, it takes a lot to be charmed by people engaging in the sorts of stuff happening in this book and yet they're charming.
November 23, 2024
This was so freaking good! I liked it better than book one I’m not going to lie, I liked Charlotte more than I liked Edie; and I felt the same about Jaxon and Sawyer. The storyline was amazing (and so was the $mut lol).
💀Dark Romance
🔪Serial Un@|iv3r
🖤Morally Black MMC
⛓️K!ddn@pp!ng
❤️Plus-Size Rep
✨Occult Vibes
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
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💀Dark Romance
🔪Serial Un@|iv3r
🖤Morally Black MMC
⛓️K!ddn@pp!ng
❤️Plus-Size Rep
✨Occult Vibes
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
December 16, 2024
Woooow! I absolutely loved The Fire Went Wild. This book will have you questioning parts of yourself that you didn't know you had. From the search for her missing friend, to the diner meet cute and all of the gory and spicy details in between there wasn't a single part I didn't love. I could not put this story down. I am now a forever Rose bitterly fan.
July 16, 2025
Better than book 1.
Better than Edie and Sawyer, I believe Jaxon and Charlotte were so hot together. I just felt this story was more gripping because of the sexual tension between the two. It starts as an enemy to lovers story, but ultimately he helps her find the missing piece of herself. Spicy scenes are super hot!
Better than Edie and Sawyer, I believe Jaxon and Charlotte were so hot together. I just felt this story was more gripping because of the sexual tension between the two. It starts as an enemy to lovers story, but ultimately he helps her find the missing piece of herself. Spicy scenes are super hot!
July 31, 2025
Was this book insane? Yes. Did I love it? Also, yes.
Rose Bitterly did it again and she brought the heat with this one!! Holy…. I don’t even have the words. This series is just getting better and better! I need more of all of these characters!!!! I don’t want to leave this world just yet but I’m itching to hurry and read through the next two books!!
Rose Bitterly did it again and she brought the heat with this one!! Holy…. I don’t even have the words. This series is just getting better and better! I need more of all of these characters!!!! I don’t want to leave this world just yet but I’m itching to hurry and read through the next two books!!
September 25, 2025
I read this WHOLE SERIES IN TWO DAYS! While I’m a fast reader and definitely could’ve done it in one I absolutely LOVED THIS SERIES and can’t wait to see what this author has in store for the rest of these books! She was definitely thinking of her readers when she wrote those one, the best friend who got left behind? Not anymore she is not in the loop and never again getting left out.
November 25, 2024
ARC Review:
He’s a 10, but he knows where your dead best friend is
He’s a 10, but he’s kidnapped you
He’s a 10, his gods tell him that you are his
This book was a brilliant follow up to Bird on a Blade. Rose hit the nail on the head with this one. Once I started I couldn’t stop reading.
He’s a 10, but he knows where your dead best friend is
He’s a 10, but he’s kidnapped you
He’s a 10, his gods tell him that you are his
This book was a brilliant follow up to Bird on a Blade. Rose hit the nail on the head with this one. Once I started I couldn’t stop reading.
December 14, 2024
I really enjoyed reading The Fire Went Wild! This is book 2 in the Hunters Heart series and it follows Cher as she searches for her friend Edie. While looking she uncovers a secret that is hard for her to accept. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
December 24, 2024
I enjoyed seeing where this series went, however some of the necrophiliac scenes were not for me. I also grew tired of self correcting the grammatical errors in my head by the time I reached the end of the book.
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