Affliction

by Tiffany White

The Prey
Two years ago, I fled the only life I'd ever known. I created a new identity, a new life, in a different state. I was finally safe.
Until I wasn't.
Now, I've caught the attention of a hunter. He's relentless, and will stop at nothing until I'm his.
Truth be told? I want to be.
But what happens when he discovers my deepest secrets? Ones no one can ever know about. Secrets that could destroy everything..
...including my life?

The Hunter
One look, and I knew I would make her mine.
I watch her from the shadows. When I find the perfect excuse to insert myself in her life, I don't hesitate.
But there's one problem---she's hiding something.
I will find out what it is.
My obsession started with the simple need to have her; to wear her down and rip into the darkest corners of her soul. But now?
Now, I will do everything in my power to keep her secret.
And keep her safe.


The themes and topics within this book are dark, heavy, and may be triggering for some. This book is intended for mature audiences only.

Genres: Dark Romance, Dark, Amazon, Romance

360 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 24, 2025

Reviews

[Kenia Coronado · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was a little sad i didn’t connect with this one after seeing how many people liked it. I liked the fmc and her background story but i felt like i knew nothing about the mmc for 50% of the book and i had a hard time connecting to him or them together as a couple because it was so insta love. The ending was ok but it genuinely felt like it dragged so much to get to that point.

[Brittany Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

I finished this book on 10/17 and rated it 4.75⭐️ and 2.75🌶️

I was selected to receive an ARC of this book and I’m so thankful! It was amazing for the author’s debut.

Parker has secrets and Maverick is determined to unravel every single one of them.

This book has all the things I love in a dark romance. Stalker. Immediate obsession and possessiveness. Touch her and d!e. Tall, dark, morally grey MMC. All the perfect recipe for a fun time.

I literally had to force myself to put my damn kindle down and step away at times because I was so engrossed in the book but life came calling. I highly recommend reading it and honestly cannot wait for book 2 in the series. The second it’s announced you can bet your bottom dollar I’ll be right there, hands out like gimme, gimme, gimme with no shame. Cheers to you, Tiffany, for an amazing start to your writing career. I’m proud of you!

[Jessica Andrews · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book hooked me from the start! It’s a dark, intense romance with a gripping stalking trope that kept me turning the pages. Parker’s journey from escaping her past to finding herself again was emotional and raw, and Maverick’s obsessive yet protective nature made for such a thrilling dynamic between them.
Let’s not forget the side characters that give main character energy at times!! Can’t wait to see their roles in the future.

The writing pulled me in and the story was captivating. The tension between the characters was perfectly done. I finished it wanting more and am definitely hoping for a sequel!

[Mackenzie Warren · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book completely pulled me into a different world ! The storyline was so good — emotional, fast-paced, and full of tension that kept me flipping pages. I absolutely fell in love with the male main character; he had so much depth and charm that I couldn’t get enough of him. How protective that man is… obsessed with him.

The chemistry between the characters and the worldbuilding were both done so well, and by the time I finished, I was already craving more. I seriously can’t wait to read the next one !!!

[romancereadswithbri · Rating 5 out of 5]

ABSOLUTELY!!! A MUST READ! Lawwwdddd have mercy! 🥵🔥 I’m obsessed with the man Maverick is!

Beyond happy I got this ARC! I read this book in one sitting! I can’t wait to see more from Tiffany! 🖤

“Eyes on me, Sweetheart” - Gets me every.single.time!

🖤 Dark Romance
🖤 Stalker Romance
🖤 Obsession/Possession
🖤 Protective Dominant MMC
🖤 Badass FMC
🖤 Found Family
🖤 Kidnapping
🖤 Primal Play
🖤 Gun Play
🖤 Breath Play
🖤 Smut 🔥

[xbebex78 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Elizabeth did something bad that she needed her uncle Nick help. He got her out of town to a different place. He gave her everything that she needed and also told her not to ever call him. Elizabeth has just landed at her new home Oregon. She is greeted by Hazel her uncle's friend. She gets to a small craftsman house away from the road which is perfect for her. Hazel hands her the keys and tells her this home is yours. She never had anything that belongs to her and now she does. She has all that she needs and more. Two years have past and she still works at the bar hazel got her a job at. She is closing the bar and cleaning before she gets home. She worked a double shift and was tired. She gets home and showers but when she is drying her hair she feels the hair on her neck go up. She feels lihe someone is watching her and this is the first time since that night that she felt that way. She grabbed her phone and checked the cameras but there is nothing. She walked through the house to make sure windows and doors were locked. Maverick is called my karson to meet someone and they met at Doc the bar Elizabeth works at. Karson was telling him to handle the new kids and maverick told him that he will handle it. They run a security company they provide protection to clients. They have people they trust working for them but the new kid they hire can't keep his mouth shut even with a NDA signed. The new kid has dropped some name of clients just to impress some girls and now maverick will be keeping an eye on him. When his friend is heading back to the table that is when he see her and she has grabbed his attention. He asked his friend who was that bartender and he told him he doesn't know. Now his plans has change now he needs to know who the bartender is. He goes back later to the vat and watches her from outside. After she leaves work he followers her home. He notice her cameras and hacks into them and he puts them on loop. She will not be able to see that his around. He goes to the back yard and picks her lock and goes inside her home. He goes to her room and right as soon as the shower head is off he goes inside her walk in closet. He stays there until she falls a sleep. He watches her sleep for a few minutes before he goes and look for her purse to find out who she is. He finds her purse in the kitchen and finds her ID and now he knows her name. He leave her house and heads home. The next day Elizabeth wakes up and gets ready to go see hazel who has been there for her since she got there to Oregon. She goes to Hazels house they have dinner and catch each other up on there life. She leaves and on her drive home she has that feeling again the feeling of being watched. Her hairs of her neck goes up again so she looks to see if anyone is following her. She doesn't see anything, she even checked her backseat to make sure no one was there. She gets home showers and then she relaxes and watches tv. She is dozing off when she hears a noise. She seats up and gets off her bed to turn of the bathroom light. She hates the dark but need to see what the sound is. She turns her tv off so no one can see her. She walks to the back door an look out the window and when she's about to stop looking she see some movement but it was quick. As soon as she notice it, it was gone. She looks again and stans her eyes and that's when she see movement again. She runs and make sure everythingbus lock. She goes to her room and gets her gun and sits on the floor with her back toward the bed. She waits and nothing but her sleep takes over. She wakes up the next day and go make herself some coffee, she then take a nap on the couch before work. She gets to work and her friend ash should hee the new bouncer. In away it's good because she doesn't have to worry about walking to her car by herself. She notice two guys walk in and go straight to the new guy. She never seen them before. After they talked to him they turned around and started walking to the door. As she was looking at them one of them stare right at her. She was caught staring and she went straight to a customer to get them a beer. When she looked again they were gone. After a long night she closed the bar and heads home. She lays on her bed and go over camera footage to see if she can see who or what was around her house that night and she can’t see what or who it was. It was late and she had to be up early. Then she hear the noise by the back door. She goes outside with her gun and there is nothing there. She goes back inside and tells her self that she cannot be losing it. It toke her time to get back on her feet and she is not going to lose it. Maverick has someone do a background check on her and it’s perfect but to perfect. He feels that there is more to her that she is hiding.
Will he find out about her past? We he still want her? Will she want him after everything his done? Must read this book to get to a part in this book that will leave you saying OMG. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

[Emily Doll · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was so heavily entertaining and such a great representation of its specific tropes. From the characters to the situation to the spice it was all so well balanced and moved through its storyline at a great pace. It's dark and intense and emotional and the spice hits exactly how you want it to in a plot like this. Sometimes you start reading and you feel like you've read whatever story you are currently reading before, and at first this story kind of felt like that, but then it started bringing in its own vibes and the characters started developing into their own identities and you start getting attached to them and all of a sudden you can feel the newness of the book universe you are in and it starts hitting just right. That was this book for me. There are familiar elements that carry into the specific tropes this book carries but it begins to develop into its own story and became so entertaining I couldn't put it down.

Parker is a heavily damaged FMC and she is so desperate for peace and normalcy after leaving the one important thing in her life in her past in hopes to live a safe life away from the horrors her past life became. No matter the space and efforts she's gone to in creating an entire new existence for herself, her past fears still seem to loom so heavily over her and you can feel the anxiety rolling off of her every page you read. You start to really feel for this girl and with each flashback of her past the more you realize she truly is carrying heavy scars that she is desperately trying to heal from, but the ghosts she is running from seem the be getting closer by the day.

Maverick is such a delicious MMC and carries the heavily tattooed, over 6 foot security business owning title as his own. The character identity traits he carries we have seen in other plots, but Maverick quickly stands out with his behaviors and drool worthy dialog towards our girl as he starts to work his way in to Parker's life after one visit to the bar she works at. It doesn't take him long to become obsessed and start stalking our brown eyed beauty while trying to figure out how he can make himself a permanent fixture in her life. Which he does. Unapologetically. But the closer he gets to her the more he realizes the new object of all his desires carries secrets that are becoming too much for her to hold on her own and he wants to take them all on for her.

As Maverick and Parker begin spending more time together, her boundaries start dropping as fast as her panties as they collide in a super steamy, high intimacy relationship of epic proportions. The spice in this book is so well placed and will have your mirrors steaming up. There are multiple scenes in this story that cater to our FMCs boundaries while breaking down the walls she's built to protect herself in ways only a dominating yet sweet MMC like Maverick could. He takes such good care of Parker through each scene as they grow closer together and She starts feeling like the possibility of replacing her painful past with a promising future. The way he talks to her and comforts her through everything has you wanting to fall into him right along with her.

Parker and Maverick begin to find footing within their dynamic just as her ghosts start closing in fast ramping up the anxiety and fear with a climax ending that has you on the edge of your seat. The villian in this story is a dark one and the abuse Parker suffers through is no joke. Facing her past evils and settling a final score for her future has love and safety hanging in the balance of the mental turmoil she's been suffering since she met Mav and puts them both in a situation that makes you feel panicked. I loved every second of it.

This book was great. I crave more of this world and more of these characters and am excited to keep up with where it will go next in its universe. The spice is so good laced in to a fast paced plot and addicting characters. The dark tones of this story were heavy and real for so many women. With a savior like Mav to set our FMC free, you can't help but want more. I loved Maverick and his brute nature with the sweetest tones. He was perfect for Parker and I loved their relationship. Can't wait for more!

[Mrs. K. Book Reviews · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5⭐
4🌶️

Affliction is a dark, Dark, DARK trauma romance. (At least, that's what I would classify this.) Maverick isn't nice. In fact, he's downright ruthless. This MMC is NOT determined to heal and make Parker whole again. Rather, he's replacing her very existence with his own twisted versions of pleasure and pain.

Now, that does not mean Parker doesn't like it. She has plenty of secret fantasies, ideas she wasn't even aware existed until Maverick pulled them out of her. She's lived her life in fear, but (as the Dark Romance book girlies know) sometimes exploring that darkness with someone you trust, in a controlled environment, is more therapeutic than the most expensive therapy could provide.

⚠️The trigger warnings are absolutely necessary!⚠️ Please make sure you read them before diving-in and taking the plunge with Maverick and Parker. There is explicit on-page gRape and DV/SA (just to name a few of the biggies). If you can't handle it, don't start.

All that said, I think where the story suffered most is that it moves FAR. TOO. SLOWLY. There are several instances where the flashbacks could've been incorporated into the present-day story more seamlessly and with far less detail. Flashbacks usually only consist of necessities because we only recall the big picture ideas when remembering long-term past events. It's also worth noting that quite a few chapters (especially at the beginning of the book) involved repeating the same events from the previous, just from another character's POV. That also isn't necessary and contributes to the slower pace of the novel.

I really liked Afflication and I'm curious to see what else this author has up her sleeve with the Shadows of Perdition series. 🖤

[ashstynandbooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wowwww!!! First I want to say amazing book Tiffany!! Seriously this book pulled every emotion out of me!! 🤌🙌 🖤

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

Do NOT go into this book and ignore the TWs if you are someone who frfr gets triggered!!!! then come back talking shit!! The list is up there and it is on page!!!

Now lets go into the FMC she was incredible and so brave and strong and for everything that she went through in her past and was still able to give the MMC a chance and open her heart to him and feel safe. I could feel the connection instantly from the sec their eyes connected at the bar and everything after that was nothing short of amazing!! Yall and I could not stop laughing at the fact this man owns a sercurity company and yet was stalking her but I mean I guess it made it easy for him the way all that played out just made me giggle. There was always something happening and going on as the story went on and I couldn't wait to see how it all played out and let me tell you I DID NOT see that coming 👀🤯 HOW!?!? you will see!!!! Ooooh and let's not forget about Uncle Nick 😭😭 I loveee him so much (can we find him a lady friend) asking for myself pick me < 🤣🤣

Ohhh and Tiffany you hurt my mama bear heart with Mav but you made up for it with Uncle Nick ❤️ so I forgive you 🤭

ahhhh and the last thing for someone who likes the breeding kink trope this was written and explained to perfection!!!!!!!!!! like ahhh okayyyy Mav!!!! 🤭🤭


I can't wait to get more books maybe more of Parker and Maverick in the other books soooo curious about the Perdition guys 👀👀 A Daddy A son A right handman 🤔 all my favs!! 🤭

[Charlie Hearts · Rating 5 out of 5]

⚠️ CHECK TRIGGERR WARNINGS BEFORE READING ⚠️

I absolutely LOVED this book. Couldn't put it down at all ... until I had to go to work which got in the way of my reading! how rude. The story itself was AMAZING, I did not see those twists coming!! When I tell you that I screamed at my kindle... I SCREAMED at my kindle!! At one point I had to put it down and take a breather. Picked it right back up and continued as I needed answers and had to get them as soon as possible.

It doesn't read like its a debut novel at all, its like Tiffany has been writing for years. It goes at a good pace, it has story, smut, twists and turns, action, suspense, good banter between all the characters. I feel like it has it all and for me, its exactly what I look for in a book. 10/10

If you're looking for a new book boyfriend look no further! Maverick Caine (MMC) is ready and waiting for you! he's tall, he's tatted, he's protective and loyal what more could you want!! I fell SO hard and fast for this man.

Parker the FMC, where do I start with her. She's so strong and has so much courage without even knowing and its heart-breaking but also heart-warming. knowing that she pushes herself to keep on going after everything she's been through and to keep fighting had me in tears. I want to give her a big hug and have a movie night with her so bad!

[Anna Kratowicz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh this book... LOVE. This book had everything (including items that are triggers, so read those trigger warnings). It was emotional, suspenseful, thrilling, sexy, dark, romantic, and had action. You know you've come across an incredible story when you immediately want to re-live the story and are pleading for the author to publish the next book. The story pace and length were both perfect.

Our FMC here, Parker, will take you on a wild ride of emotions. Everything she felt, I felt as I was reading. I found myself becoming one and the same Maverick wanting to go after any one and everyone who hurt her. Tiffany wrote her story with such raw energy, that I actually feel like I have a better understanding of someone who has experience DV and SA. I really appreciated the two timelines, bouncing from current life to the life Parker left behind.

Maverick, the MMC, was top tier. I feel like it is hard to portray the "follows her professionally" and make it seem authentic, but Tiffany nailed it. Why Maverick finds such interest in Parker makes sense, and it's almost sweet in a dark romance kind of way. He's fiercely protective and I love that. He is a perfect shade of gray balancing the line between law and protection.

This book is perfect for anyone who loves dark romance.

[TheLiterary Mug · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fall season perfection!!
Buckle up for the emotional rollercoaster you never saw coming! The first few chapters reeled me in, and before I knew it, the emotions were spilling off the page, leaving me thoroughly invested and in my feelings!
Parker's (The Fmc) the real deal, she's survived hell and has the T-shirt to prove it. I thoroughly enjoyed her character and felt a strong connection with her. The writing? Phenomenal! It’s raw, honest, and so immersive you'll feel like you're experiencing it all firsthand.
Maverick (The Mmc) is the epitome of sinfully delicious and shadow daddy cool. Their up-close-and-personal meeting was pure chaos, but I loved every minute. The chemistry between them? Absolutely electric!
The suspense and intrigue between Parker and Maverick is amazing and a wildly raw plot driver in the unfolding of the storyline between these two characters! The twists, you don’t see coming! Wow!!
While the minor characters were fantastic additions and likable all the same. This novel was a wildly intriguing ride, expertly crafted and full of all the right elements, skillfully weaving together the highs and lows of this wild thrill. It’s a ride you don’t want to get off of!!

[The Body Count Book Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holy shirtballs. When I say this book consumed me from page one... not lying. Tiffany White has come out swinging with her debut novel and I never want to leave the world she has created. Parker is so freaking strong and brave. The character growth of her alone makes this book worth it. Then, Maverick Cain... swoonworthy isn't a good enough description. This man is Possession and Obsession all wrapped into one big morally gray delicious man.

This book is plot heavy with spice sprinkled through. As far as dark romance books go, this one is definitely dark. Check your trigger warnings and there is a full stop before the hardest to read chapter... which I honestly skimmed then skipped the one part I knew I wouldn't be able to read (your mental health matters first always). They way this world was built it wraps you into the cocoon and then you're promptly beaten out of it... like with a bat. Knowing I was only 80% done, I really felt the book could've ended there but I am glad it didn't. The growth of Parker over the last few chapters cemented her as one of my favorite badass FMCs ever.

Affliction is in my top 10 reads of 2025 and I cannot wait for the next book!

[Myranda Howell · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 stars, no notes | 4.5 chili peppers

I don't even know where to start other than holy cow this was amazing. As a very seasoned dark romance reader, this was probably one of the darker books that I have read in a very long time. The author did an incredible job really showing everything that Parker went through and it made her growth so much more powerful.

I am not usually a huge fan of flashbacks but the way the author used them to show how much Parker had grown into her power really added that umph that really put the story over the top for me.

I go absolutely feral for a stalker romance & I LOVED that we got both the good and bad kind of stalking, adds such a interesting dynamic.

Now let's talk about Maverick Cain because holy hell!! He is prime book boyfriend material & needless to say I am OBSESSED with him. He was down bad for Parker from the literal moment he laid eyes on her. He would do anything for her & I loved seeing him become such a safe space for her.

If you are a dark stalker romance reader who doesn't shy away from heavier triggers, this is an absolute must read for you.

[Paige Ridler · Rating 5 out of 5]

⛓️‍💥Affliction by Tiffany White🐦‍⬛

Yes. Need I say more? I was immediately pulled into this book and it didn’t let me go, even now as I’m writing this a few days after finishing I still want more of this world.

Our FMC Parker has been through some shit (always check your triggers ☺️) and she finally is starting to feel safe again that is until she feels someone is watching her from the shadows.

Our MMC Maverick 👀, let’s just say I would if I could. He is not a nice man, brutal, straight to the point and above all a business man. That is until he see’s a little bartender who has captured his complete attention and becomes his obsession.

Oooo this was so good!! I’m not going to spoil anything but you will want to read this if you’re into the stalker vibes with tragic back stories 😍.

Tropes:
⛓️‍💥Stalker
🐦‍⬛Primal Play
⛓️‍💥Secret Identity
🐦‍⬛Gun Play
⛓️‍💥Black Cat MMC
🐦‍⬛Dub/non-con

Rating:
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5/out of 5
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️/out of 5

[Ariel Oliver · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tiffany has done an amazing job with this book. Her story has a lot of plot and for sure is well worth the read.

Parker, our FMC is a loner of her own making. She fears getting close to people because of her past and honestly? Who could blame her? She went through the most but still battled her demons and came out on the other side stronger for it!

Maverick, our MMC is everything you need in a book boyfriend. Protective, tatted up, bossy, and with an instant obsession with his girl? So much so that he stalks her to get her... he is also so protective of her he gets her boss to ensure her safety... Yeah buckle up ladies, you're definitely gonna wanna ride that ride because this green-eyed hottie is absolutely delicious!

This book is so good and honestly has me excited for the next book in the Shadows of Perdition series.

I also can't wait for Karson's story because that man clearly tips more towards the crazy scale and I kinda like his brand of crazy...

[Torie Raven · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m actually speechless like, where do I even start?! From page one, Affliction had me in a chokehold. When I tell you that you will fall head over heels for Maverick Cain… I mean it. That man is everything protective, dangerous, loyal, and just the right kind of obsessed. He’s the kind of book boyfriend that ruins all others. Maverick could follow me anywhere, and I’d thank him for it

And Parker? My girl. One of the strongest, most resilient FMCs I’ve ever read. Watching her fight through everything healed apart of myself.

The writing, the emotion, the tension I felt everything. I laughed, I cried, I screamed, and there was a point where I slamed my Kindle because my heart couldn’t handle it. The side characters? Perfection. And that twist?! I did not see it coming at all.

Affliction will live rent-free in my head and heart forever. Tiffany, I can't wait to see what kind of emotional chaos you give us next.

[Morgan · Rating 5 out of 5]

For those of us who looked at the typical happy-go-lucky cinnamon roll MMC and said, "beat it nerd", Mav is the answer to your prayers. I would consider abandoning my life as I know it to race off into the sunset with this MMC if he were to manifest out of my Kindle. This guy sets the tone for Dark Romance MMC's.

Now, a note on this plot. This is a STORY it is not all spice, all nice. Not even close. This is an FMC who goes THROUGH IT. An FMC who battles monsters that no one should have to. This is a story of pain, survival and finding yourself again. This plot ripped me apart, stitched me back together, and then kicked me down the stairs. There is a piece of this FMC in almost all of us, so be prepared to feel.

The Shadows of Perdition are coming. I'm locked and loaded. Bring them all on.

[nightlyreadingheather · Rating 5 out of 5]

The very first chapter hooked me, and I needed to see where this book would go!

Over the top MMC, Instant Obsession, Stalker, Dual POV!

I loved the FMC of Parker; we get to see her go from a meek young woman and blossom into a bada$$ that was not going to let anyone push her around. Maverick is very stoic; we get to learn more about his inner workings due to the dual POV.

My favorite part of the book is that we get scenes from the past. We get a glimpse into Parker's life where everything started at the beginning, up until the present, and where we are today.

For being the author's debut, she is very good at giving just enough description of the characters' surroundings, thoughts, and feelings to let you see the story playing out in your head.

Very much looking forward to the next book in this series and keep an eye on this debut author...she is one to watch!

[chelsreadseverywhere · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dark emotional, and completely addictive

I couldn’t put this book down. Affliction pulls you in from the first chapter and doesn’t let go.

Lexi is running from her past, trying to start over and live a quiet life—but when danger catches up to her, everything unravels. Then comes him—Maverick Cain the man who was supposed to hunt her, not fall for her. The tension between them is intense, a mix of fear, attraction, and something neither of them expected.

Tiffany White did an amazing job blending darkness, emotion, and romance. The story is fast-paced, full of secrets, and the chemistry between the characters is unreal. It’s one of those books that sticks with you even after you finish.

If you like dark romance with heart, obsession, and redemption, this one’s a must-read!

[itzxraibooks · Rating 4 out of 5]

This review is late but this debut is so worth it!! 4.5 stars!!!

For a debut? This was impressive. I've been waiting for it for months since I saw her trailer on tiktok back in the spring.

Tiffany came in swinging with a dark, trauma-heavy romance that doesn’t shy away from the ugly, the painful, or the shadows we pretend don’t exist. The writing had my attention, the emotional weight hit hard, and I was hooked watching Parker and Maverick navigate their broken pieces in ways that felt raw and unapologetically messy.

Parker is the kind of heroine you root for from page one, bruised but unbowed, constantly choosing to stand back up even when life tries to bury her. And Maverick… whew. Obsessed, unhinged, morally gray, and absolutely, fiercely devoted. Their dynamic is equal parts unsettling and magnetic, and watching them collide was addictive. The cast of side characters has me already plotting who I want to follow next. (Uncle Nick supremacy, honestly.)

This is dark romance, so definitely check the content warnings before diving in. The trauma, the stalking, the psychological intensity… it won’t be for everyone. But if you live for stories where healing looks jagged, love isn’t neat or gentle, and devotion toes a dangerous line, this one delivers.

A strong start to a (I hope its a series) I’ll be keeping an eye on. I’m excited to see what comes next. 🖤

[D.R. Brooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loonnnnggggg overdue review, but I finally was able to finish.

This IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST FUXKING READ!! But for the love of god, check the triggers before proceeding!

Tiff my love, you wrote an amazing debut novel! From the dang prologue, I was hooked! The story grabs you immediately and refuses to let go. The twists had me silent-screaming at my Kindle in the middle of the night, questioning everything I thought I knew and desperately needing just one more chapter.

And Maverick? 🥵 Top tier boyfriend 100% I need more of him now babe!

This book is dark, emotional, thrilling, and HOT ASF. It's layered with tension, heat, and pain. It has it all!

If you’re looking for a debut that delivers on intensity, emotion, spice, and shock value, Affliction absolutely delivers. Tiffany came out swinging, and I can't wait for more from the Shadows!

[Shelby Craig · Rating 5 out of 5]

If I could give this book 100 stars I would. Lord all mighty, this is now my number one read of all time. Yes, it is DARK, so please check your trigger warnings. That said, the abuse she endured was written so raw and realistically, it pulled me in completely, and her revenge? Even better. So satisfying.

This book took a turn I did not see coming at all, and it only made the story that much better. I was glued to the pages. And Maverick… whew. He is now my absolute favorite MMC. His possessiveness, his protectiveness, the way he loves her so fiercely, everything about his character was perfection. I could not get enough of him.

This book is incredibly well written, emotionally heavy, dark, and addictive. I am obsessed and already need more. Tiffany White, what did you put in this book because I am not okay and I need the next one immediately.

[Mel Naux · Rating 2 out of 5]

No llega a 2⭐️, pero tampoco fue lo peor que leí como para ponerle 1⭐️.


Primero lo positivo, tiene una escritura agradable y fácil de leer.

Pero...
En lo personal no lo disfruté. Siendo situado en la actualidad me cuesta entender la falta de uso de perservativos y que este naturalizado. Al menos que ella se queje y él lo justifique con su fetiche de llenarla y mantenerla así. Entiendo que ella estuvo aislada demasiado tiempo, pero se contradice con la nueva personalidad que genera, que claramente no vive en un tupper. ¿Entonces? No me gusta la construcción de la protagonista y su transformación. Se vuelve poco creible.

Y algo de gusto personal, pueden los autores dejar de tratar de musicalizar sus libroa mencionando la cancion que escucha es personaje 3 veces por capitulo? entiendo que alguna ves sume algo al ambiente de una escena pero no todo el tiempo... No me gusta que se abusen los recursos hasta que pierdan sentido.



MEGA SPOILER:

Dejado de lado el hecho que Preston vuelva es un cliché enorme, el libro nos dice que la prota se asegura que lo mató, que los empleados del tio fueron instruidos que se aseguren que muera... ah pero el plot twist es que no murió... Me dió ganas de abandonar el libro (para no decir revolearlo por la ventana). Hubiera preferido que sea el padre o un hermano tan trastornado como Preston. Un mellizo que no conocia.. no se.
De la mitad en adelante me costó mucho terminarlo.

[XxLaVampiresaAlexisxX · Rating 5 out of 5]

Affliction is the first book in the Shadows of Perdition series. This may be a standalone, but this series is a shared universe and crosses over with Alair Novak's Dark Water Correctional Institute series

You have:
Dual POV
MF
Black Cat/Doberman dynamic
Instant obsession
Stalking
Secret identity
OTT (over the top)MMC
Mafia (character ties)
Primal play
Dub-con/Non-con
Edging
Br33ding Kink
🔫 Play
Triggers

It's taken me a bit to finally get to this,, but this was an absolutely fantastic debut book from Tiffany White. I was hooked from the very beginning. It was dark, gritty, intense ride. Parker and Maverick's chemistry was off the charts. Of course, Maverick had to be a huge red flag sent to ruin my life. But if he were real, I'd allow it. Affliction had smut, twists and turns, trauma, and fantastic Storytelling and I'm definitely starting Torment next!

[Ally Proctor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just when Parker thinks she’s safe and moving on from her own personal past in hell, the plot twists.

Enter Maverick Cain.
From the moment he lays eyes on Parker, he’s determined to make her, his. Whether she agrees or not.
While Maverick picks his way into Parker’s life, he soon discovers her past is full of secrets and will stop at nothing to figure out why.

This thrilling debut dark romance takes you on a journey of determination, strength and fierce perseverance of fighting past trauma on the path to once again
finding happiness.

You may just find out that not all demons stay buried...

Tropes:
OTT MMC / Black Cat FMC
Dub/Non-con
G*n play
Primal play
Secret Identity
Stalker dark romance
Instant obsession
Dual POV


Thank you Tiff for choosing me to receive a copy of this ARC!

[Simply alenaaaa · Rating 5 out of 5]

EMOTIONAL DAMAGE. Literally so many times I was sobbing but also so many times I laughed and couldn't stop my blushing and school girl giggling.

Parker like many has such a layered and dark past but Maverick helps her HEAL and shows her how deserving she is of love. These two were made perfectly for one another and my love for them I can't even fully express. They have such a big piece of my heart and always will!

Side mention to MY BABY Uncle Nick I wish I could hug that man and never let go, the way him and Parker have been through so much together breaks but heals my heart all the same.

All of Mavs and Parker's found family is beautiful, crazy but freaking beautiful. And can NOT wait to fall more in love with all of them throughout SoP

[MorallyGreyMuse · Rating 5 out of 5]

From the moment Parker and Maverick crossed paths, I was hooked. Their chemistry was dark, chaotic, and addictive, and had me questioning my morals or lack thereof. Maverick’s possessiveness and obsession hit every dark romance button I crave, and Parker’s strength through her trauma made me love her even more. The tension, the emotional whiplash, the push and pull between pain and desire kept me glued to my Kindle way past when I should’ve stopped reading.

I really appreciated that Tiffany didn’t hold back in exploring both the brutality and the vulnerability of her characters. The writing pulled me so deep into their world and made me feel everything, even the parts that hurt. The trigger warnings are there for a reason, so definitely check them before diving in..

[Legaci · Rating 5 out of 5]

Can you believe this book is Tiffany's Debut?!? And o man did she do a fantastic job.

Before I continue I want to point out that this is a DARK ROMANCE, Heavy on the Trauma so read your trigger warnings.

From the moment I opened up her book, I was sucked in. Parker our FMC has had such a rough life. I can understand her and why she's so cautious to allow anyone in. Her feelings, her growth everything is just valid.

Maverick Cain?! Obsesses. The way that he falls first and hard I ate it up. He wanted to protect parker with everything he had even if it meant stalking her lol. But let's be honest Parker could handle herself. She was such a strong lady.

I loved the way Tiffany wrote this book, the details, character development, the plot everything was amazing. 5/5

[Claire A · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 ⭐️
Laying around after surgery is starting to help towards my reading goal 😂

I really enjoyed #affliction by @TiffanyWhite|Author⛓️🖤
I believe this is a debut novel and it’s a great one.

This is a #stalkerromancebook which follows our fmc Parker and our MMC maverick.
This book is heavy on the trauma so please be mindful of that.
There is a past and present tense and most of the trauma is from that back story but I will say, there is some present day trauma further in to the book and not done by the MMC.
I loved the MMC Mac - he was just a great guy but did somewhat questionable things 😂.
I was entirely shocked blessed with all the side characters and would really like to see a book for Karson and Slater.
All in all this was a great book.. definitely what I needed.
I must stress check those #triggerwarning⚠️⚠️⚠️ before reading.. the author does let you know when the worst of the trauma happens which i respected.
#BookTok #darkromance