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Devour Me (Beautiful Ruin Duet Book 1): An Obsessive Rockstar Dark Romance: A Twisted Rockstar Romance of Love and Ruin
Devour Me (Beautiful Ruin Duet Book 1)
A Dark Rockstar Romance
He saw me once.
Now he says I’m his.
I never should’ve gone to that show.
One look at Raze Draven, lead singer of the rising band Eternal Regret, and my quiet, carefully controlled life shattered.
He’s beautiful. Brutal. Possessive.
The kind of man you run from, not fall for.
But Raze doesn’t ask.
He takes.
And somehow, I let him.
What starts as obsession quickly becomes something darker.
He says he’ll protect me, but his world is chaos, fame, secrets, and the kind of violence that leaves real scars.
When I discover the truth about who he really is and what he's capable of, it’s too late.
Because I already let him devour me.
And now I don’t know if I’ll survive him.
Devour Me is Book 1 of the Beautiful Ruin a dark rockstar romance with an obsessive antihero, a dangerously intense love story, and a cliffhanger that will wreck you.
For readers who morally gray men, run-now-ask-questions-later tension, high-stakes emotion, and stories where love and destruction go hand in hand.
⚠️ Content This book contains dark themes, graphic content, and emotionally intense situations that may be triggering for some readers. Read responsibly.
A Dark Rockstar Romance
He saw me once.
Now he says I’m his.
I never should’ve gone to that show.
One look at Raze Draven, lead singer of the rising band Eternal Regret, and my quiet, carefully controlled life shattered.
He’s beautiful. Brutal. Possessive.
The kind of man you run from, not fall for.
But Raze doesn’t ask.
He takes.
And somehow, I let him.
What starts as obsession quickly becomes something darker.
He says he’ll protect me, but his world is chaos, fame, secrets, and the kind of violence that leaves real scars.
When I discover the truth about who he really is and what he's capable of, it’s too late.
Because I already let him devour me.
And now I don’t know if I’ll survive him.
Devour Me is Book 1 of the Beautiful Ruin a dark rockstar romance with an obsessive antihero, a dangerously intense love story, and a cliffhanger that will wreck you.
For readers who morally gray men, run-now-ask-questions-later tension, high-stakes emotion, and stories where love and destruction go hand in hand.
⚠️ Content This book contains dark themes, graphic content, and emotionally intense situations that may be triggering for some readers. Read responsibly.
291 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 11, 2025
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February 16, 2026
ARC REVIEW
When I heard this was about a rockstar stalker, I was totally stoked - it brought back memories of my own ridiculously crazy crush on Jonathan Davis. This book is like a shot of espresso, it zaps you with so much energy. Get ready, it's about to get really wild in here. Raze is a fantastic character, dark, mysterious, and good worh his hands. Maya's innocent and sweet until she's not. I'm ridiculously relieved I have the next book, because the ending left me gasping like a fish out of water.
Thanks to Book Sirens for sending me an advanced copy to read and review
When I heard this was about a rockstar stalker, I was totally stoked - it brought back memories of my own ridiculously crazy crush on Jonathan Davis. This book is like a shot of espresso, it zaps you with so much energy. Get ready, it's about to get really wild in here. Raze is a fantastic character, dark, mysterious, and good worh his hands. Maya's innocent and sweet until she's not. I'm ridiculously relieved I have the next book, because the ending left me gasping like a fish out of water.
Thanks to Book Sirens for sending me an advanced copy to read and review
May 5, 2026
Dark rockstar romance you say...yes please!! This is the first book in the duet with with Raze and Maya. Maya is the innocent girl who caught Raze's attention, while he is the morally gray rockstar who becomes obsessed with Maya and he intends to make Maya become just as addicted to him in return. Looking forward to reading book 2 for the finish.
September 24, 2025
Intoxicating and addicting.
Book 1 of Beautiful Ruin Duet
I was not prepared for the psychological mind games this dark rockstar romance put me through.
My emotions were on a roller-coaster with the angst and heart-in-your-throat moments this book was full of. I DEVOURED this deliciously twisted intoxicating story.
I couldn't get enough of Maya and Raze's toxic love story. I LOVED these characters, they are interesting and so complex. I need more.
I'm still hanging on the edge of this crazy cliffhanger and cannot wait for part 2!
Tropes:
Stalking
Obsessed/Possessive
Morally-gray
Explicit
Billionare
Alpha
Bad-boy
Mental Health rep
Dual POV
Check TW
Book 1 of Beautiful Ruin Duet
I was not prepared for the psychological mind games this dark rockstar romance put me through.
My emotions were on a roller-coaster with the angst and heart-in-your-throat moments this book was full of. I DEVOURED this deliciously twisted intoxicating story.
I couldn't get enough of Maya and Raze's toxic love story. I LOVED these characters, they are interesting and so complex. I need more.
I'm still hanging on the edge of this crazy cliffhanger and cannot wait for part 2!
Tropes:
Stalking
Obsessed/Possessive
Morally-gray
Explicit
Billionare
Alpha
Bad-boy
Mental Health rep
Dual POV
Check TW
February 4, 2026
I was drawn in by the premise of a Rockstar Stalker! I found the storyline good, at times some errors but the writing was good enough for me to continue. The second half of the book so much better. I was enjoying it and was eager to get to the end to see how it all escalated.
A good plot, lots of spice, drama and secrets which unfold. Not a typical rockstar story as Raze Draven has a dark background that comes back to haunt him when he finally has found some peace with Maya.
Maya a typical college student, but a quiet, meeker one. She comes out of her shell upon meeting Raze and starting a relationship with him. She gets stronger, more sassy and more confident. He gives her what she needs, but also takes what he needs too. His obsessive behaviour, possessive to the extreme becomes a contstraint at times, nut secretly Maya loves that he cares so much. The ending on a cliffhanger will make you huff, nut book twomis out soon, so that's a plus!
Twists and turns make the story a page turner, I look forward to readimg the next book in the duet and the continuation of other books in this world with the other characters, who also deserve their own stories.I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
A good plot, lots of spice, drama and secrets which unfold. Not a typical rockstar story as Raze Draven has a dark background that comes back to haunt him when he finally has found some peace with Maya.
Maya a typical college student, but a quiet, meeker one. She comes out of her shell upon meeting Raze and starting a relationship with him. She gets stronger, more sassy and more confident. He gives her what she needs, but also takes what he needs too. His obsessive behaviour, possessive to the extreme becomes a contstraint at times, nut secretly Maya loves that he cares so much. The ending on a cliffhanger will make you huff, nut book twomis out soon, so that's a plus!
Twists and turns make the story a page turner, I look forward to readimg the next book in the duet and the continuation of other books in this world with the other characters, who also deserve their own stories.I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
March 11, 2026
I tried, but I couldn’t do it. Between the constant typos and the cringey writing, I had to call it. Hard DNF.
December 7, 2025
ARC READ:
This book is magical for anyone who enjoys the rock lifestyle. I didn’t think I’d be into something like this dynamic but these two, THESE TWO. They had me right in my feels from cover to cover. The story is perfectly paced, charged with lust and spice, and gave you a swoon worthy MMC that brings the heat but also is vastly different than other MMCs of dark romance novels that are currently popular. And the playlist to match this one absolutely hits in every capacity. You will not be disappointed in this one 🔥🔥🔥
This book is magical for anyone who enjoys the rock lifestyle. I didn’t think I’d be into something like this dynamic but these two, THESE TWO. They had me right in my feels from cover to cover. The story is perfectly paced, charged with lust and spice, and gave you a swoon worthy MMC that brings the heat but also is vastly different than other MMCs of dark romance novels that are currently popular. And the playlist to match this one absolutely hits in every capacity. You will not be disappointed in this one 🔥🔥🔥
April 23, 2026
If you’re in the mood for a love story that burns a little too hot to be safe, this one absolutely delivers. The dynamic between Raze and Maya isn’t just intense, it’s the kind of psychological push-and-pull that leaves you dizzy, unsure whether to lean in closer or run the other way. Raze Draven, frontman of Eternal Regret (and yes, that name feels ominously on-the-nose), is not a man who hesitates. He doesn’t pursue, he claims. The moment he lays eyes on Maya, it’s game over. Obsession, instant and all-consuming. Maya, on the other hand, is carefully put together. A psychology major trying to build something stable after her mother’s death, she lives a quiet, controlled life, until Raze crashes into it like a storm she never saw coming. Their first encounter sparks something undeniable, and before long, his attention turns into something far more invasive… and impossible to ignore. What makes their connection so compelling is how it transforms Maya. There’s something undeniably satisfying in watching her come out of her shell, gaining confidence under Raze’s relentless focus. Still, I couldn’t help but question her blind spots, especially with her background. The red flags aren’t subtle. And yet… she leans in anyway. Because here’s the thing: they give each other something they’re both missing. Raze’s possessiveness borders on suffocating, but to Maya, it reads as devotion. To him, she’s not just important, she’s everything. His love isn’t gentle; it’s destructive, consuming, and impossible to control. But he’s fiercely protective of what he considers his. Of course, nothing this volatile stays contained for long. When Raze’s past starts creeping in, the cracks begin to show. Maya’s world, grounded in grief but still tethered to reality collides head-on with his, one built on secrets, violence, and things that refuse to stay buried. And that’s when everything starts to unravel. This book fully commits to the chaos: obsession, tension, emotional volatility. It’s all dialed up to the max. If there’s one thing that gave me pause, it’s Raze’s history. His reputation suggests this isn’t his first time becoming fixated on a woman, which raises some uncomfortable questions that never quite get answered. Still, it’s messy, toxic, magnetic, and completely addictive. The author captures that dangerous kind of longing. The kind you know will end badly and things are about to get worse. And they do, which is when that cliffhanger hits! Brace yourself.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
December 5, 2025
Devour Me is a dark, consuming rockstar romance that draws you in with its magnetic intensity and refuses to let you go. Kelssi Gouldson delivers a story steeped in obsession, danger, and a fierce, unrelenting love that blurs the line between devotion and possession. It’s the collision of two worlds—one touched by grief but grounded in normalcy, the other shaped by violence, secrecy, and a past that refuses to stay buried.
Maya is a psychology major simply trying to navigate college while managing the anxiety left behind after her mother’s murder. She’s smart, empathetic, and eager to build a future for herself, even if fear still shadows her steps. While I enjoyed her vulnerability and resilience, there were moments when her obliviousness felt at odds with her academic background. As a psych student, I wanted her to tap more into her intuition and observational skills. Still, her emotional arc remains compelling, tender, and essential to the growing tension of the story.
Raze is a completely different force; dark, direct, and burning with a single-minded devotion that borders on unhinged. He doesn’t hide who he is or how he feels. His obsession is immediate, overwhelming, and absolute. He’s the kind of man whose love is a wildfire: destructive, consuming, but fiercely protective of the one person he claims as his own. Every glimpse into his past only intensifies the impact of his loyalty, giving the story a pulse that never stops beating.
The pacing begins deliberately, giving time to settle into the characters’ minds, though the early chapters can feel stretched. But once the story gains traction, it takes off—spiraling into suspense, desire, and emotional intensity. The chemistry is electric, the stakes rising with each chapter, and the darker elements are balanced with purpose and impact. By the time the cliffhanger lands, the tension is razor sharp and impossible to ignore.
Devour Me is a compelling, intoxicating start to a duet that blends obsession, vulnerability, and dark romance in a way that keeps you invested. The ending promises chaos, reckoning, and a storm only just beginning. I am eager to see just how far Raze will go, and how much strength Maya will find within herself, when part two arrives.
Maya is a psychology major simply trying to navigate college while managing the anxiety left behind after her mother’s murder. She’s smart, empathetic, and eager to build a future for herself, even if fear still shadows her steps. While I enjoyed her vulnerability and resilience, there were moments when her obliviousness felt at odds with her academic background. As a psych student, I wanted her to tap more into her intuition and observational skills. Still, her emotional arc remains compelling, tender, and essential to the growing tension of the story.
Raze is a completely different force; dark, direct, and burning with a single-minded devotion that borders on unhinged. He doesn’t hide who he is or how he feels. His obsession is immediate, overwhelming, and absolute. He’s the kind of man whose love is a wildfire: destructive, consuming, but fiercely protective of the one person he claims as his own. Every glimpse into his past only intensifies the impact of his loyalty, giving the story a pulse that never stops beating.
The pacing begins deliberately, giving time to settle into the characters’ minds, though the early chapters can feel stretched. But once the story gains traction, it takes off—spiraling into suspense, desire, and emotional intensity. The chemistry is electric, the stakes rising with each chapter, and the darker elements are balanced with purpose and impact. By the time the cliffhanger lands, the tension is razor sharp and impossible to ignore.
Devour Me is a compelling, intoxicating start to a duet that blends obsession, vulnerability, and dark romance in a way that keeps you invested. The ending promises chaos, reckoning, and a storm only just beginning. I am eager to see just how far Raze will go, and how much strength Maya will find within herself, when part two arrives.
November 19, 2025
When Maya attends a concert with her friend, she surprisingly gets the attention of the band's lead singer, Raze. Prone to obsessing over his romantic interests, Raze quickly starts stalking Maya. The two share a strange connection, and as Maya learns more about Raze, she finds herself falling further under his spell. But his past suddenly comes back to haunt him, and Maya soon finds herself in danger.
I had high hopes at the beginning of the story. The initial meeting of the two characters is very enjoyable, and the original perspectives of the two main characters were engaging. Raze is almost too effective of a stalker and his obsessive and dramatic point of view was interesting to read. I would have liked for him to struggle a little bit more while he was integrating himself into her life, at least for the occasional thing. Instead his stalking is almost magical. For example, he has access to all the video cameras in the world without any effort, it seems.
Maya was a bit harder to like, especially as her major being psychology should have given her more of a background to fear obsessive and stalking behavior. I felt like she fell into Raze's grasp just a little to easily. While there is time where she baulks at the relationship, her hesitation seems a bit performative. I would have enjoyed a bit more cat and mouse between the two, with her more falling into his trap as she slowly becomes more and more dependent on him.
My other complaint is a little harder to describe. I can't quite explain why, but I found a great majority of the dialog between Maya and Raze to be a bit off-putting. I'm not sure if it's due to the kinda folie a deux thing that's going on between them, or what, but I often found myself falling out of the story when they talked to each other.
It was an interesting dark romance that went in a different direction than expected. I just would have liked a little more tension between the two main characters overall.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I had high hopes at the beginning of the story. The initial meeting of the two characters is very enjoyable, and the original perspectives of the two main characters were engaging. Raze is almost too effective of a stalker and his obsessive and dramatic point of view was interesting to read. I would have liked for him to struggle a little bit more while he was integrating himself into her life, at least for the occasional thing. Instead his stalking is almost magical. For example, he has access to all the video cameras in the world without any effort, it seems.
Maya was a bit harder to like, especially as her major being psychology should have given her more of a background to fear obsessive and stalking behavior. I felt like she fell into Raze's grasp just a little to easily. While there is time where she baulks at the relationship, her hesitation seems a bit performative. I would have enjoyed a bit more cat and mouse between the two, with her more falling into his trap as she slowly becomes more and more dependent on him.
My other complaint is a little harder to describe. I can't quite explain why, but I found a great majority of the dialog between Maya and Raze to be a bit off-putting. I'm not sure if it's due to the kinda folie a deux thing that's going on between them, or what, but I often found myself falling out of the story when they talked to each other.
It was an interesting dark romance that went in a different direction than expected. I just would have liked a little more tension between the two main characters overall.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
February 20, 2026
Devour Me 4.25⭐️ part 1 in duet
MMC Raze Draven aka Ezra Drevon real name (25)
FMC Maya Cross (21)
❤️Tropes: rockstar, morally grey, instalove, st@lking, phone cloning 🤭, red flag MMC, obsessive/possessive MMC, shy FMC, burn the world down for you energy 🔥, suspense
📍Setting: Chicago
💁POV: duel, first person
🖤Darkness level: 3/5
🔥Spice starts at 44%
🌶️Spice 4/5
📚Plot 4/5
🌎World building 4/5
⚠️Triggers: st@lking, red flag MMC behavior, bipolar manic episode-not MC, murd3r, S.A., k!dnapping, dr^gs, g@ng history
This is exactly what I’ve been craving!! Raze checked all my boxes looking for a spicy, morally gray obsessive/possessive burn the world down for you red flag MMC ❤️
“She's never going to escape me, she just doesn't know it yet. With every scroll, every digital breadcrumb she left behind, I’m more convinced that Maya Cross was made for me. She just hasn’t been told yet.”
Maya is in college, and tags along with her roommate to a concert for a rock band she doesn’t know. She probably stood out in the crowd by looking shy and innocent, not singing along to the words - so our MMC Raze (who is the lead singer for the band) zeroed in on her. He had a history of becoming overly obsessed with girls.. (I didn’t like that 🥴) so his BFF and bandmate became suspicious and made comments to her to scare her away. He immediately started working on making her his, including st@lking and showing up as the hero to save her.
They had some relationship stuff to work out, and they did. He had that super sweet energy, always checking in with her to make sure she was okay. He gave her space when she asked for it (kind of 😆🤷♀️) They both have an intertwined history that she doesn’t quite know about yet, so when the past comes knocking, we end on a pretty tall cliffhanger 😩 I’m quickly downloading the second book to my kindle!! 🏃♀️
MMC Raze Draven aka Ezra Drevon real name (25)
FMC Maya Cross (21)
❤️Tropes: rockstar, morally grey, instalove, st@lking, phone cloning 🤭, red flag MMC, obsessive/possessive MMC, shy FMC, burn the world down for you energy 🔥, suspense
📍Setting: Chicago
💁POV: duel, first person
🖤Darkness level: 3/5
🔥Spice starts at 44%
🌶️Spice 4/5
📚Plot 4/5
🌎World building 4/5
⚠️Triggers: st@lking, red flag MMC behavior, bipolar manic episode-not MC, murd3r, S.A., k!dnapping, dr^gs, g@ng history
This is exactly what I’ve been craving!! Raze checked all my boxes looking for a spicy, morally gray obsessive/possessive burn the world down for you red flag MMC ❤️
“She's never going to escape me, she just doesn't know it yet. With every scroll, every digital breadcrumb she left behind, I’m more convinced that Maya Cross was made for me. She just hasn’t been told yet.”
Maya is in college, and tags along with her roommate to a concert for a rock band she doesn’t know. She probably stood out in the crowd by looking shy and innocent, not singing along to the words - so our MMC Raze (who is the lead singer for the band) zeroed in on her. He had a history of becoming overly obsessed with girls.. (I didn’t like that 🥴) so his BFF and bandmate became suspicious and made comments to her to scare her away. He immediately started working on making her his, including st@lking and showing up as the hero to save her.
They had some relationship stuff to work out, and they did. He had that super sweet energy, always checking in with her to make sure she was okay. He gave her space when she asked for it (kind of 😆🤷♀️) They both have an intertwined history that she doesn’t quite know about yet, so when the past comes knocking, we end on a pretty tall cliffhanger 😩 I’m quickly downloading the second book to my kindle!! 🏃♀️
December 3, 2025
4 ⭐️ | Dark, obsessive, rockstar chaos — and I devoured every second.
Devour Me is exactly the kind of dark romance that grabs you by the throat and refuses to let go.
Maya and Raze’s connection is instant, electric, and dangerously addictive. Raze Draven is the definition of a beautifully broken, morally grey rockstar — the kind of man who feels like a warning and a temptation all at once.
This book leans fully into obsession, possessiveness, and tension that feels like it’s about to combust. It’s messy, toxic, magnetic, and emotionally intense. The author does an amazing job capturing that destructive longing that keeps you turning pages even when you know things are about to get worse.
I loved the gritty atmosphere, the band dynamic, the “I’d burn the world for you” energy, and the scenes where you can’t tell if they’re about to kiss or break each other. Maya is a strong but vulnerable heroine, and Raze is a storm in human form — completely captivating and absolutely not safe in any way.
Huge warning that this book is dark. Obsession, violence, emotional damage, graphic content, and zero softness. If you prefer healthy relationships, this isn’t it. If you like your romance intense, destructive, and addictive, you’ll inhale this in one sitting like I did.
I’m already grabbing Book 2 because that cliffhanger??? I’m unwell.
Devour Me is exactly the kind of dark romance that grabs you by the throat and refuses to let go.
Maya and Raze’s connection is instant, electric, and dangerously addictive. Raze Draven is the definition of a beautifully broken, morally grey rockstar — the kind of man who feels like a warning and a temptation all at once.
This book leans fully into obsession, possessiveness, and tension that feels like it’s about to combust. It’s messy, toxic, magnetic, and emotionally intense. The author does an amazing job capturing that destructive longing that keeps you turning pages even when you know things are about to get worse.
I loved the gritty atmosphere, the band dynamic, the “I’d burn the world for you” energy, and the scenes where you can’t tell if they’re about to kiss or break each other. Maya is a strong but vulnerable heroine, and Raze is a storm in human form — completely captivating and absolutely not safe in any way.
Huge warning that this book is dark. Obsession, violence, emotional damage, graphic content, and zero softness. If you prefer healthy relationships, this isn’t it. If you like your romance intense, destructive, and addictive, you’ll inhale this in one sitting like I did.
I’m already grabbing Book 2 because that cliffhanger??? I’m unwell.
November 14, 2025
I was sucked in right from the playlist at the beginning! I can't help it, I love music and stories about musicians ;)
I also love a story that keeps me guessing. Will she trust him? Will she turn her back on him? What the heck doesn't she know? Is the other shoe going to drop? Will he tell her the whole truth? There were so many questions ...
It's a roller coaster ride that will have you on the edge of your seat right to the last page ... an end that leaves you hanging on for the next book (3 months is going to feel like forever). Cliff hanger anyone?
Raze may be a bit 'stalkery,' but he's otherwise kinda lovable, and he would do anything for Maya. I hope they get a chance to be happy?
I'm thankful I got the opportunity to read this prior to publication. It's a great read that should be on your TBR list if you love a good rockstar romance with a bit of intrigue and more than a pinch of danger.
I also love a story that keeps me guessing. Will she trust him? Will she turn her back on him? What the heck doesn't she know? Is the other shoe going to drop? Will he tell her the whole truth? There were so many questions ...
It's a roller coaster ride that will have you on the edge of your seat right to the last page ... an end that leaves you hanging on for the next book (3 months is going to feel like forever). Cliff hanger anyone?
Raze may be a bit 'stalkery,' but he's otherwise kinda lovable, and he would do anything for Maya. I hope they get a chance to be happy?
I'm thankful I got the opportunity to read this prior to publication. It's a great read that should be on your TBR list if you love a good rockstar romance with a bit of intrigue and more than a pinch of danger.
February 28, 2026
Raze has the obsession factor down to a science, and it makes sense because this is not his first rodeo. Maya is an innocent who caught and kept his attention. While Raze has all the first-hand experience about the good and evil in the world, Maya comparatively lives in a bubble. Raze is morally grey, but mostly for his strong stalking abilities and having a dark and un-aliving past. The majority of the book focuses on those two things. His past catches up to him in the end; however, most of the time, it is about Raze having Maya become just as addicted to him in return, especially in the bedroom. Those are some good scenes, and there is always plenty of ensuring everything is with consent. The length is not too long, around 270 pages, which I prefer with a duet.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
September 24, 2025
Intoxicating and addicting.
Book 1 of Beautiful Ruin Duet
I was not prepared for the psychological mind games this dark rockstar romance put me through.
My emotions were on a roller-coaster with the angst and heart-in-your-throat moments this book was full of. I DEVOURED this deliciously twisted intoxicating story.
I couldn't get enough of Maya and Raze's toxic love story. I LOVED these characters, they are interesting and so complex. I need more.
I'm still hanging on the edge of this crazy cliffhanger and cannot wait for part 2!
Tropes:
Stalking
Obsessed/Possessive
Morally-gray
Explicit
Billionare
Alpha
Bad-boy
Mental Health rep
Dual POV
Check TW
Book 1 of Beautiful Ruin Duet
I was not prepared for the psychological mind games this dark rockstar romance put me through.
My emotions were on a roller-coaster with the angst and heart-in-your-throat moments this book was full of. I DEVOURED this deliciously twisted intoxicating story.
I couldn't get enough of Maya and Raze's toxic love story. I LOVED these characters, they are interesting and so complex. I need more.
I'm still hanging on the edge of this crazy cliffhanger and cannot wait for part 2!
Tropes:
Stalking
Obsessed/Possessive
Morally-gray
Explicit
Billionare
Alpha
Bad-boy
Mental Health rep
Dual POV
Check TW
September 28, 2025
Steamy dark romance!
Get ready to lose sleep and dive into a world of fiery passion and dark desires. This book grips you tight, pulling you into the intense, almost obsessive love between Maya and Raze. The pages practically turn themselves as you navigate a rollercoaster of emotions from seduction to danger, from love to turmoil. Raze's all-consuming need for Maya will have you on the edge, rooting for their twisted yet undeniable connection. A tale of love, lust, and the shadows where they intertwine, this steamy rockstar romance is a must-read for those craving a wild ride of dangerous devotion and intense affection.
Get ready to lose sleep and dive into a world of fiery passion and dark desires. This book grips you tight, pulling you into the intense, almost obsessive love between Maya and Raze. The pages practically turn themselves as you navigate a rollercoaster of emotions from seduction to danger, from love to turmoil. Raze's all-consuming need for Maya will have you on the edge, rooting for their twisted yet undeniable connection. A tale of love, lust, and the shadows where they intertwine, this steamy rockstar romance is a must-read for those craving a wild ride of dangerous devotion and intense affection.
January 18, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️
If you’re into dark, obsessive romances, Devour Me by Kelssi R. Gouldson is an absolute must-read. ⚡️🔥 Raze Draven is dangerous, magnetic, and completely consuming, and Maya’s story had me hooked from start to finish. 😳💔 The tension, drama, and emotional twists kept me on the edge of my seat.
And yes… it’s steamy. 🔥💦 Their chemistry is raw, bold, and unapologetically hot, making every scene electric. ⚡️❤️🔥 Fair warning: this book ends on a cliffhanger, so get ready to dive into the next one! 🎸💀
Tropes I loved:
🎸 Rockstar romance
💔 Dark/obsessive hero
🔥 Steamy scenes
😳 Enemies-to-lovers tension
⚡ Emotional rollercoaster
If you’re into dark, obsessive romances, Devour Me by Kelssi R. Gouldson is an absolute must-read. ⚡️🔥 Raze Draven is dangerous, magnetic, and completely consuming, and Maya’s story had me hooked from start to finish. 😳💔 The tension, drama, and emotional twists kept me on the edge of my seat.
And yes… it’s steamy. 🔥💦 Their chemistry is raw, bold, and unapologetically hot, making every scene electric. ⚡️❤️🔥 Fair warning: this book ends on a cliffhanger, so get ready to dive into the next one! 🎸💀
Tropes I loved:
🎸 Rockstar romance
💔 Dark/obsessive hero
🔥 Steamy scenes
😳 Enemies-to-lovers tension
⚡ Emotional rollercoaster
February 5, 2026
Devour Me (Beautiful Ruin Duet Book 1) by Kelssi R. Gouldson was my first dive into an obsessive rockstar romance, and it definitely made an impression. The story moves fast, blending high-energy action with an intense, all-consuming relationship that keeps the pages turning. There’s plenty of spice, but what really stood out were a few genuinely strong plot twists that caught me off guard. The rockstar setting adds a gritty, chaotic edge that fits the darker tone well. Overall, it’s a bold, addictive start to the duet that leans hard into love, obsession, and ruin—and it left me curious to see how far the story is willing to go next.
May 18, 2026
This is the first book I have read by this author and it won’t be the last.
This story has me gripped from the first page. I like Maya. She is quiet, thoughtful, loyal, but is no pushover. Raze is a bit of a bulldozer. If he feels that he is right, he won’t listen to reason. The only person with a modicum of a chance of changing his habits is Maya.
So far there has only been subtle hints as to why Raze’s backstory will come to haunt him and that Maya will be collateral, but I feel there will be way more of a big reveal in book two, and I can’t wait to read it and find out what happens next. This is an excellent 5 star read!
This story has me gripped from the first page. I like Maya. She is quiet, thoughtful, loyal, but is no pushover. Raze is a bit of a bulldozer. If he feels that he is right, he won’t listen to reason. The only person with a modicum of a chance of changing his habits is Maya.
So far there has only been subtle hints as to why Raze’s backstory will come to haunt him and that Maya will be collateral, but I feel there will be way more of a big reveal in book two, and I can’t wait to read it and find out what happens next. This is an excellent 5 star read!
December 6, 2025
🌶️🌶️🌶️ My favorite place in the entire world is a concert. I love the atmosphere and the entire scene. I feel like Kelssi R. Gouldson did a fantastic job of capturing the alternative concert scene in the beginning of the book. I liked the MMC devotion to Maya and his protective nature. You have to love a MMC who will destroy the world for the FMC but would never hurt her. Overall, I really enjoyed this book and it was a fun quick read. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
February 7, 2026
Raze is a rockstar but not the typical one. Raze had a rough life then escaped and became famous. I must admit, if Raze is trying to fly under the radar, perhaps becoming famous wasn't entirely helpful. Raze meets Maya at his concert. Maya is much more reserved than Raze. Raze is obsessed from the start. This is a book where obsession equates to ownership and protection. Just when Raze has everything in his life he wants, his past comes back in a brutal way. The book ends with a huge cliffhanger! Looking forward to the next book to see how all the secrets play out.
November 9, 2025
1.5 ⭐️’s
Written so rough. And needs a SERIOUS editor! On page 37-40 (on Kindle) the MMC isn’t supposed to know the FMC’s name, but the author lets it slip for a sentence and then reverts back.
I read cover to cover. I was thinking this would have more plot and balance out the spice. No. This is EXTREMELY spicy… like a 4 🌶️ on a scale of 5. Plus, the plot in here seemed half-conceived.
I know I will definitely NOT be continuing even though it’s only a duet.
Written so rough. And needs a SERIOUS editor! On page 37-40 (on Kindle) the MMC isn’t supposed to know the FMC’s name, but the author lets it slip for a sentence and then reverts back.
I read cover to cover. I was thinking this would have more plot and balance out the spice. No. This is EXTREMELY spicy… like a 4 🌶️ on a scale of 5. Plus, the plot in here seemed half-conceived.
I know I will definitely NOT be continuing even though it’s only a duet.
November 18, 2025
Maya is a college student, and Raze is the lead singer in a rock/metal band. They meet, and he is instantly obsessed.
The intense connection forms for Maya, too, and just as things seem to be going well, Raze’s dark past comes back.
I did get frustrated that he kept putting off telling her about his past that was relevant to her. And then of course, it comes back to hurt both of them.
The ending is a cliffhanger
The intense connection forms for Maya, too, and just as things seem to be going well, Raze’s dark past comes back.
I did get frustrated that he kept putting off telling her about his past that was relevant to her. And then of course, it comes back to hurt both of them.
The ending is a cliffhanger
November 20, 2025
This is a classic dark romance. Our MMC is instantly obsessed with our fish out of water FMC. He has a dark past that's bound to come back to haunt them and her mother was tragically killed when she was a teen. This is a duet so we do end on a cliffhanger but I'll be looking for the 2nd book. (Also, his bands mates are already asking for their own stories)
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily
November 23, 2025
Book 1 of thr Beautiful Ruin Duet. Check your triggers.
The world building was excellent and expertly drawn. The plot was intriguing and darkly delicious. The characters were so very well written and complex and complicated. Cannot wait for book 2 of this duet. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend.
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The world building was excellent and expertly drawn. The plot was intriguing and darkly delicious. The characters were so very well written and complex and complicated. Cannot wait for book 2 of this duet. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend.
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 15, 2026
This was a good draft. The plot sold me: dark stalker rockstar I was excited… spoiler: you’ll be disappointed. The lack of immersion made this hard to read. There’s a lesson in Showering versus Telling and this whole book is telling.
The smut was maybe a 🌶️/5. You’re welcomed to check my highlighted notes for more details.
As a dark romance reader, this book was misleading.
⭐️⭐️ / 5
The smut was maybe a 🌶️/5. You’re welcomed to check my highlighted notes for more details.
As a dark romance reader, this book was misleading.
⭐️⭐️ / 5
May 7, 2026
Raze and Maya were so good in this. It had me hooked from the beginning. I loved that it was a rockstar romance. I don’t read many, I enjoyed that. The twists and turns. The secrets and lies were just wow. I loved being pulled into this world and seeing the push and pull between these two. And that spice? It was spicing for sure. I did find a few inconsistencies, but nothing that took away from the story overall. Can’t wait for the next one.
February 14, 2026
I loved this book. Not only is it my favorite genre, rockstar, but it kept me reading and reading. I could not wait to get back to it once having to put it down. The love that they found in each other was nothing less than beautiful. It was dark. It was romantic. Thank you BookSirens for thr copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
February 19, 2026
would give 3.5 stars if I could . The plot was so good, left you wanting more. Which was the problem, I wanted more back story on them. She gives a small amount then it's mostly smut. It started to get good at the end and it was over. Maybe that's the point so you'll go to book two, I'm on the fence about going forward. If you are looking for 70% smut , 30% plot, this is for you.
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March 25, 2026
“Devour Me” had me hooked on the premise of a rockstar stalker romance!
The book delivers a morally ambiguous with twisted acts and obsessed MMC.
The FMC is somewhat naive but the growth throughout the book makes for a good character development.
The side characters are worth stories of their own and I can’t get to have them as well.
The spice was spicing and the pining was superb. Can’t wait for the next book to get to know more!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this voluntarily.
The book delivers a morally ambiguous with twisted acts and obsessed MMC.
The FMC is somewhat naive but the growth throughout the book makes for a good character development.
The side characters are worth stories of their own and I can’t get to have them as well.
The spice was spicing and the pining was superb. Can’t wait for the next book to get to know more!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this voluntarily.
September 29, 2025
Couldn't put it down. Raze and Maya had my full attention her innocent start and his involved history made me want to keep reading. The cliffhanger is making me want to climb the walls. Can't wait for book 2.
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