Twisted Vows

by Jordan Blake

In the hushed shadow of a quiet cul-de-sac, trust is fragile, and secrets are deadly. Barbara’s life in Westport seems ordinary from the outside — a sprawling home, a long marriage — but beneath the surface, a silent war brews. The countdown has begun. When a haunting bloodstain appears and Barbara mysteriously vanishes, Secrets threaten to explode into the open, drawing a relentless search that blurs the lines between ally and adversary.In a story where every vow is a weapon and every choice could be her last, “Twisted Vows” pulls you into a labyrinth of dark desires, shattered promises, and a fight for redemption that no one can escape unscathed. Prepare to be gripped until the final, shocking revelation — because in this small town, no one is who they seem, and not all wounds are visible.

299 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 11, 2025

Reviews

[Sabrina Sharp · Rating 5 out of 5]

From the first page, Blake drops you into a marriage suffocating under the weight of secrets and disillusionment. Barbara is a character you’ll ache for—and fear. Her psychological descent is masterfully rendered, and her quiet plotting becomes the true engine of the novel. The pacing is slow-burn but so tense, you can practically feel the pressure build with every chapter.



David, caught between his fading marriage and the allure of Evelyn, is written with a kind of tragic vulnerability. He isn't just a pawn in this game—he's a deeply flawed man searching for meaning in all the wrong places. Evelyn, on the other hand, is both weapon and storm. Her presence is magnetic, terrifying, and essential to the plot’s ultimate crescendo.

What I loved most about Twisted Vows was how it managed to be both deeply emotional and coldly strategic. Every plot twist felt earned. For readers who appreciate morally gray characters, layered motivations, and beautiful, brooding prose, this one’s a must-read.

[Davonte Kovacek · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book tore me open. Barbara’s desperation, David’s delusion, Evelyn’s menace—it all felt so immediate and real. Blake’s writing isn’t flashy, but it’s brutally effective. And the way tension is sustained over 50+ chapters is an accomplishment in itself.



The twist involving the life insurance policy and Evelyn’s involvement in Barbara’s disappearance is masterfully handled. Every breadcrumb Blake drops leads to a storm of revelations that feel both shocking and completely earned.

This is a novel to be dissected and discussed. Book clubs, take note. This one will get people talking.

[Sarah Stuart · Rating 5 out of 5]

Twisted Vows is an apt title for this thriller. It’s a slow starter, featuring Barbara, the victim, though of what in the end… Nevertheless, Jordon Blake contrived to hold my attention with descriptions of settings, feelings, and suspicions, drawing me in to read on.

In due course, it strays towards a Police Procedural, but never permits the haunting story to be spoiled. Who is Elena, and what is she looking for? Why does a stranger approach her and say, “There’s much you don’t know. And even more you should be seeking.”?

The writing alone is enthralling – “the orphaned embers of doubt” – and the denouement of the story a shock. Read it: I guarantee you won’t be disappointed.

[Shelley Ruff · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reading this book opened a wound in my heart that hasn't been opened in a long time. The desperation and loneliness for Barbara touched my soul. Living in a broken marriage with abuse is a hard place to revisit.
Well written and a few twists I surely didn't expect. This book kept me reading from the very beginning.
The desperation, suspense, and heartbreak will keep you on the edge of your seat.Just when you think you figured it out, there's another twist in the story to make you keep turning the pages.

[Marcela White · Rating 4 out of 5]

Jordan Blake’s writing is cinematic and taut, wrapping the reader in a fog of suspicion and dread. The dead-end street setting was brilliantly symbolic, and the emotional and physical entrapment Barbara faces felt disturbingly real. I haven’t felt this tense reading a book since The Girl on the Train.

[Benedict S. · Rating 5 out of 5]

What I adored most about Twisted Vows is that it isn’t just about the mystery, it’s about broken people and how far desperation will push them. Barbara is flawed, brave, and heartbreakingly real. Evelyn is the perfect manipulative foil, and Mason's enigmatic presence kept me guessing. Brilliantly layered storytelling

[Blaze Kuhlman · Rating 5 out of 5]

From the eerie opening to the mind-bending finale, I was gripped. Blake’s prose is sharp and immersive, turning mundane domestic scenes into moments thick with menace. The love triangle elements are handled with restraint and complexity, making this a standout in the genre.

[Yasmeen Bartoletti · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book stole my weekend — and my sleep! The pacing is relentless, with each chapter ending on a note that forces you to keep going. Barbara’s descent from complacency into determined survival is both chilling and empowering. Five stars isn’t enough

[Deborah Beeman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Twisted Vows is a study in domestic suspense and small-town paranoia. The novel steadily ramps up the tension, and I found myself genuinely anxious for the characters. Blake’s exploration of secrets, betrayal, and survival instincts is superb.

[Garfield Fay · Rating 5 out of 5]

While the thriller elements are strong, it’s the emotional weight of Barbara’s story that hit hardest. The portrayal of psychological abuse, loneliness, and the desperate hunger for escape is raw and unflinching. A must-read for fans of character-driven suspense.

[Ted L. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Every chapter of Twisted Vows felt like a fresh coil tightening around my chest. Blake’s prose is rich, evocative, and brimming with unease. I especially loved how Evelyn’s character was developed — seductive, dangerous, and disturbingly familiar

[Michelle Atwood · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yes, there are twists, suspense, and scandal — but what makes this book shine is its emotional core. Barbara’s longing for freedom, her quiet strength, and the realistic portrayal of manipulation made this a standout.

[Roosevelt Walter · Rating 5 out of 5]

The title couldn’t be more apt. Every relationship in this book is tangled, toxic, and deliciously complicated. Blake has a knack for writing dialogue charged with subtext and tension.

[Corrine Conner · Rating 4 out of 5]

The dead-end street became a character itself — claustrophobic, watchful, and full of menace. Blake’s sense of setting is exceptional, turning the ordinary into something terrifying.