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Lost in the Chase
He leans in closer, the glow of his mask illuminating my face. His fingers press firmer against the back of my neck, anchoring me in place.
“I’ll give you a head start, princess,” he whispers, his voice silk and sin.
Then…
He vanishes.
No footsteps.
No rustle.
Just gone, like he was swallowed by night, as if he was never there.
This moment haunts my every thought.
It all began on Halloween night.
A millionaire’s party where I didn’t belong.
A hedge maze crawling with shadows and creatures, waiting to drag me away.
A masked stranger who touched something deep inside me… and never let go.
What started as a favor for my best friend became something darker.
Something I couldn’t escape.
I stepped into the haunting maze…
And something else stepped in with me.
Now I can feel him everywhere.
In the silence between heartbeats.
In every breath.
He was supposed to be a stranger.
But now he’s a phantom I can’t outrun.
A presence I can’t ignore.
A temptation I can’t resist.
And now I’m caught in a world of secrets, seduction, and power.
His eyes are always on me.
Watching.
Waiting.
Perfect for fans of dark romance, slow-burn obsession, and haunting mystery.
Lost in the Chase is a seductive, spine-tingling ride that will keep you hooked until the very last page.
“I’ll give you a head start, princess,” he whispers, his voice silk and sin.
Then…
He vanishes.
No footsteps.
No rustle.
Just gone, like he was swallowed by night, as if he was never there.
This moment haunts my every thought.
It all began on Halloween night.
A millionaire’s party where I didn’t belong.
A hedge maze crawling with shadows and creatures, waiting to drag me away.
A masked stranger who touched something deep inside me… and never let go.
What started as a favor for my best friend became something darker.
Something I couldn’t escape.
I stepped into the haunting maze…
And something else stepped in with me.
Now I can feel him everywhere.
In the silence between heartbeats.
In every breath.
He was supposed to be a stranger.
But now he’s a phantom I can’t outrun.
A presence I can’t ignore.
A temptation I can’t resist.
And now I’m caught in a world of secrets, seduction, and power.
His eyes are always on me.
Watching.
Waiting.
Perfect for fans of dark romance, slow-burn obsession, and haunting mystery.
Lost in the Chase is a seductive, spine-tingling ride that will keep you hooked until the very last page.
- GenresDark Romance
411 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 1, 2025
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October 1, 2025
4.5 ⭐️ For someone who doesn't read a ton of Dark Romance, I really enjoyed this one! It was dark, sexy, mysterious and absolutely binge-worthy!
The mysterious aspect of "the chase" really kept me intrigued the entire time. The plot was pretty good and I thought the pacing was on point. You get tension, spice, masked men, banter, etc. It was a WILD roller coaster ride, that's for sure!
I would recommend this to anyone wanting to read a binge-worthy dark romance with a ton of mystery! Just make sure to check the trigger warning list!
Thank you so much, Danni for the opportunity to ARC read! Well done! 👏🏽
The mysterious aspect of "the chase" really kept me intrigued the entire time. The plot was pretty good and I thought the pacing was on point. You get tension, spice, masked men, banter, etc. It was a WILD roller coaster ride, that's for sure!
I would recommend this to anyone wanting to read a binge-worthy dark romance with a ton of mystery! Just make sure to check the trigger warning list!
Thank you so much, Danni for the opportunity to ARC read! Well done! 👏🏽
December 30, 2025
Masked men? ✅
Hot steamy sex? ✅
Stalker/Obsession vibes? ✅
I really enjoyed this book. It hit all the right spots for me. The Main Character, Lila’s sexual awakening and character development helped pull me in even more. I really enjoyed the journey, feeling like I was in the shadows, silently cheering her on when she was winning and wanting to punch the ones who hurt her. The identity of her masked men/man is kept hidden, but when it is revealed the reader will be wanting more. This story is not over and I can’t wait for the second bool!
Here are a couple of my favorite quotes from the book:
“I’m unraveling… waiting for your existence not to matter, to loosen its grip around my throat.” He freezes, grazing his fingers over my collarbone. “But another day comes, and I’m wrecked all over again, wrecked from the inside out. I’m clawing at myself, trying to fight it. To fight myself. To fight you. But you… You’re making it impossible.”
“Every breath you take is my enemy. Every heartbeat is a call I can’t outrun. Every touch lights a furnace inside me, a burning reminder that I’m not worthy of you. And your scent is imprinted in my blood, leaving me high, aching for another dose of you.”
Hot steamy sex? ✅
Stalker/Obsession vibes? ✅
I really enjoyed this book. It hit all the right spots for me. The Main Character, Lila’s sexual awakening and character development helped pull me in even more. I really enjoyed the journey, feeling like I was in the shadows, silently cheering her on when she was winning and wanting to punch the ones who hurt her. The identity of her masked men/man is kept hidden, but when it is revealed the reader will be wanting more. This story is not over and I can’t wait for the second bool!
Here are a couple of my favorite quotes from the book:
“I’m unraveling… waiting for your existence not to matter, to loosen its grip around my throat.” He freezes, grazing his fingers over my collarbone. “But another day comes, and I’m wrecked all over again, wrecked from the inside out. I’m clawing at myself, trying to fight it. To fight myself. To fight you. But you… You’re making it impossible.”
“Every breath you take is my enemy. Every heartbeat is a call I can’t outrun. Every touch lights a furnace inside me, a burning reminder that I’m not worthy of you. And your scent is imprinted in my blood, leaving me high, aching for another dose of you.”
December 12, 2025
it was so good!! omg kage!
I will say it is a little slower than what I was expecting. It’s good it’s keeps you on your toes and really brings you down a story of events that connect and are going to mean something in the second book! Kage tho! 🥰😩🥵 a man who is obsessed ruthless but soft only for Lila. 😩 red flag in all the right places 😍
I will say it is a little slower than what I was expecting. It’s good it’s keeps you on your toes and really brings you down a story of events that connect and are going to mean something in the second book! Kage tho! 🥰😩🥵 a man who is obsessed ruthless but soft only for Lila. 😩 red flag in all the right places 😍
December 15, 2025
I loved ever aspect of this book ! Loved the descriptive writting . Loved the characters! Loved the ending ! Yet I need the next book and any other books written by Danni Marie !
September 3, 2025
thank you so much to the author for letting me read an ARC of her debut book!! i straight up BINGED the last 70% of the book in one night hehe. once i got to around the 40% mark, i was invested in who was red mask and what was happening with lila and could not put it down. i did feel like the beginning was rushed a bit into her acceptance of stalking and her new sexual journey especially after hearing about her trauma later on, and the but i still had such a good and fun time reading it. i didn't know this was going to be book 1 of a series and now i'm just (impatiently) waiting for book 2 lol. i do wish we would've gotten more povs from red mask to see what his thought process would be as we only get lila's pov throughout the book besides the prologue, but i'm hoping we'll get his pov in book 2 to connect the dots as to why he acts the way he does, especially with lila. i also love our bff aster too and hope to see more of her! overall, i really love reading for the fun vibes and this was just a nice little dark romance to get into :')
September 4, 2025
I received this book as an ARC read and let me tell you, I could not put it down!! Danni Marie did such a great job with the characters and writing them in a way that you fall in love with them so fast! The story is original with tropes we all love! The masked man trope has been done a lot, but in this book it’s done REALLY well!! 10/10 recommended to read!
I will 100% be reading this again!! 😍
I will 100% be reading this again!! 😍
September 2, 2025
I received this book as an arc! Danni Marie wrote such an amazing book! I couldn’t put it down! I loved the song references and the masks! 4.5 stars!
October 16, 2025
Just no.
Bored me so much that I just DNF-ed it.
Main character is annoying as hell and so is her best friend.
Writing style is so immature and there is no plot consistency.
Bored me so much that I just DNF-ed it.
Main character is annoying as hell and so is her best friend.
Writing style is so immature and there is no plot consistency.
December 29, 2025
This story consumed me. From the first haunting moment in the hedge maze, the atmosphere is thick with tension, mystery, and temptation. The masked stranger is equal parts terror and allure, and that single whispered promise—“I’ll give you a head start, princess”—set the tone for everything that followed. Chilling, seductive, and unforgettable.
What truly elevated this book for me, though, was the internal dialogue. The FMC’s thoughts felt raw, intrusive, and painfully honest. Her anxiety and panic weren’t glossed over or romanticized—they were messy, spiraling, and incredibly real. As someone who understands that edge-of-your-breath feeling, I loved how authentically her fear, confusion, and unwanted desire were portrayed. You don’t just read her panic—you feel it.
The story masterfully blurs the line between danger and desire. The way he becomes a phantom presence—lingering in silences, breaths, and shadows—kept me on edge the entire time. Every scene drips with obsession, power, and secrets, making it impossible to tell where fear ends and temptation begins.
Dark, atmospheric, and emotionally gripping, this book haunted me long after the last page. If you love masked strangers, psychological tension, and FMCs who feel achingly real, this one is an absolute must-read
What truly elevated this book for me, though, was the internal dialogue. The FMC’s thoughts felt raw, intrusive, and painfully honest. Her anxiety and panic weren’t glossed over or romanticized—they were messy, spiraling, and incredibly real. As someone who understands that edge-of-your-breath feeling, I loved how authentically her fear, confusion, and unwanted desire were portrayed. You don’t just read her panic—you feel it.
The story masterfully blurs the line between danger and desire. The way he becomes a phantom presence—lingering in silences, breaths, and shadows—kept me on edge the entire time. Every scene drips with obsession, power, and secrets, making it impossible to tell where fear ends and temptation begins.
Dark, atmospheric, and emotionally gripping, this book haunted me long after the last page. If you love masked strangers, psychological tension, and FMCs who feel achingly real, this one is an absolute must-read
November 22, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️.5
Lila, Phantom, Man In Red Mask, Kage, Beck
I got asked if I wanted to read this book and now I’m kicking my own ass for not picking it up faster.
Well arcs were done so I picked it up and I don’t regret it. The plot was perfect so I started reading
and was like okay I love. Who wouldn’t love an insecure woman who gets dragged to a Halloween party
by her bestie who is almost like her fairy godmother. Dressed up as Rapunzel cast iron bag and all and off they go.
Lila gets a panic attack and runs upstairs what she wasn’t expecting was to see a phantom getting a bj. She doesn’t leave oh no she stays, watches and touches herself. You would think that would be the end to her night but nope in a maze
if she wins it she gets a wish granted. Soon she runs into a man in a red mask a couple of times. On the last he corners her and touches her. On her wish interview she meets Beck and soon his friend Kage. Kage is someone she wants but he’s broody and is like a hurricane.
I devoured this book and that ending ma’am I’m going to need the second book you can’t leave me in suspense.
🌶️🌶️🌶️.5
Lila, Phantom, Man In Red Mask, Kage, Beck
I got asked if I wanted to read this book and now I’m kicking my own ass for not picking it up faster.
Well arcs were done so I picked it up and I don’t regret it. The plot was perfect so I started reading
and was like okay I love. Who wouldn’t love an insecure woman who gets dragged to a Halloween party
by her bestie who is almost like her fairy godmother. Dressed up as Rapunzel cast iron bag and all and off they go.
Lila gets a panic attack and runs upstairs what she wasn’t expecting was to see a phantom getting a bj. She doesn’t leave oh no she stays, watches and touches herself. You would think that would be the end to her night but nope in a maze
if she wins it she gets a wish granted. Soon she runs into a man in a red mask a couple of times. On the last he corners her and touches her. On her wish interview she meets Beck and soon his friend Kage. Kage is someone she wants but he’s broody and is like a hurricane.
I devoured this book and that ending ma’am I’m going to need the second book you can’t leave me in suspense.
October 27, 2025
I was lucky enough to ARC read this book, and let me tell you it did not disappoint!
This would be an amazing step into dark romance if you are trying to dip your toes into the world. What spice is there is spicy, and I found myself building up and up waiting, you could literally feel the tension through the book. I binged the last 70% of the book so freaking fast. I was captivated. Dannie Marie laid out the story in the way that you are wondering who the red mask is, who the phantom is. I had my suspicions, and was correct, BUT CAN WE TALK ABOUT THAT CLIFFHANGER?? I’m impatiently waiting for the next book now, and can not wait to get my hands on it, hopefully I can ARC read it too! I’m hoping in the next book we get more backstory of a certain someone, because she left it vague for a reason. There are so many questions and scenarios still swirling around in my mind. Good job Danni Marie on your debut novel, it did not disappoint!
This would be an amazing step into dark romance if you are trying to dip your toes into the world. What spice is there is spicy, and I found myself building up and up waiting, you could literally feel the tension through the book. I binged the last 70% of the book so freaking fast. I was captivated. Dannie Marie laid out the story in the way that you are wondering who the red mask is, who the phantom is. I had my suspicions, and was correct, BUT CAN WE TALK ABOUT THAT CLIFFHANGER?? I’m impatiently waiting for the next book now, and can not wait to get my hands on it, hopefully I can ARC read it too! I’m hoping in the next book we get more backstory of a certain someone, because she left it vague for a reason. There are so many questions and scenarios still swirling around in my mind. Good job Danni Marie on your debut novel, it did not disappoint!
October 27, 2025
Just in time for Halloween! 🎃
I found Danni on TikTok and immediately downloaded her book after I finished a different one. At first, I was a little skeptical because I’ve read so many dark romances and found myself DNFing quite a few lately. When I tell you, this story is GOOD! It has it all: masked men, spicy scenes, AND a twist at the end??? For a debut, I actually was pleasantly surprised. The only reason why I gave it a 4/5 is because the dialogue makes me giggle. If you were a Wattpad kid ( like me ) you’ll def want to pick this up. I can’t wait for the next book in the series!
I found Danni on TikTok and immediately downloaded her book after I finished a different one. At first, I was a little skeptical because I’ve read so many dark romances and found myself DNFing quite a few lately. When I tell you, this story is GOOD! It has it all: masked men, spicy scenes, AND a twist at the end??? For a debut, I actually was pleasantly surprised. The only reason why I gave it a 4/5 is because the dialogue makes me giggle. If you were a Wattpad kid ( like me ) you’ll def want to pick this up. I can’t wait for the next book in the series!
October 14, 2025
3.75 ⭐️ 2🌶️ 2🖤
If you are looking for a read that contains all things spooky season…
~Halloween parties 🎃
-masked men 🎭
~maze chases with killer on the lose vibes 🌲
-masquerade balls💃
But in all honesty my favorite part was the bestie duo 💛🖤
Aster and Lila were so fun and the perfect opposites. They’re friendship is so beautiful.
I was thinking throughout this read how I would love a spin-off of Aster and her man! But now that i know there is a book two coming, I’m excited and hopefully we will get some chapters on them!
The MMC has me at a loss as of now. I’m definitely happy I read the bonus chapter because it helped clear up a few questions I had about his personality.
Overall i enjoyed this read and will be picking book two!
If you are looking for a read that contains all things spooky season…
~Halloween parties 🎃
-masked men 🎭
~maze chases with killer on the lose vibes 🌲
-masquerade balls💃
But in all honesty my favorite part was the bestie duo 💛🖤
Aster and Lila were so fun and the perfect opposites. They’re friendship is so beautiful.
I was thinking throughout this read how I would love a spin-off of Aster and her man! But now that i know there is a book two coming, I’m excited and hopefully we will get some chapters on them!
The MMC has me at a loss as of now. I’m definitely happy I read the bonus chapter because it helped clear up a few questions I had about his personality.
Overall i enjoyed this read and will be picking book two!
October 9, 2025
I loved the wild ride this book took you through and “the chase” it provided! 🖤🔥
It was everything you need in a dark romance; dark, spicy, mysterious…and masked men…yes, masked men!!! 😈 And some seriously good banter!! 🌶️
Mentions of Halloween, haunted trails, and a masquerade ball are also in this book! 🙌🏻🖤
You will fall in love with Lila, but your heart will also break for her! I also love Lila’s best friend, Aster! The build up involved with all the characters is so good and something you would’ve never guessed coming! If you want a book with a roller coaster of feelings; this is it!! This book will keep you hooked and will have you BINGE READING!! 🖤🔥
And the plot is chef’s kiss!! 😘
I NEED, NEED, NEED Book 2 because I have so many questions and I need to see what happens!!! I also need more of Lila and the “masked men”! And I’m hoping there is more of Red Mask’s POV! ♥️
P.S. Be sure to check your trigger warnings before reading this book! ‼️
It was everything you need in a dark romance; dark, spicy, mysterious…and masked men…yes, masked men!!! 😈 And some seriously good banter!! 🌶️
Mentions of Halloween, haunted trails, and a masquerade ball are also in this book! 🙌🏻🖤
You will fall in love with Lila, but your heart will also break for her! I also love Lila’s best friend, Aster! The build up involved with all the characters is so good and something you would’ve never guessed coming! If you want a book with a roller coaster of feelings; this is it!! This book will keep you hooked and will have you BINGE READING!! 🖤🔥
And the plot is chef’s kiss!! 😘
I NEED, NEED, NEED Book 2 because I have so many questions and I need to see what happens!!! I also need more of Lila and the “masked men”! And I’m hoping there is more of Red Mask’s POV! ♥️
P.S. Be sure to check your trigger warnings before reading this book! ‼️
January 9, 2026
I love this book! The beginning of this book I loved the setting of it, it was very different and it caught me in! I loved the characters they are all unique, different, and independent in their own way! If you love a good chase this book here is for you! I highly recommend!!
January 19, 2026
I absolutely loved this book. The plot, the spice, the emotional aspects, and the tension were all there!! I loved how Danni included the songs playing during a scene, it really set the mood of how the scene is going. I am so excited for the second book!!
January 13, 2026
I need more!
The spice is spicy, but such a good story too. Masked man, stalker, obsessed protective mmc, all of the best red flags. The main characters are working to take down a trafficking ring that they have a history with and Danni does a great job of writing in the mental health after their trauma. It ends on a bit of a cliffhanger for the fmc and mmc, so I cannot wait for book two!!!
The spice is spicy, but such a good story too. Masked man, stalker, obsessed protective mmc, all of the best red flags. The main characters are working to take down a trafficking ring that they have a history with and Danni does a great job of writing in the mental health after their trauma. It ends on a bit of a cliffhanger for the fmc and mmc, so I cannot wait for book two!!!
January 16, 2026
4.5 ⭐️ such a great debut
This story has a great pace and keeps you on your toes. Such a fun read and an amazing debut novel
This story has a great pace and keeps you on your toes. Such a fun read and an amazing debut novel
January 13, 2026
Nothing will put this into words better than if you thought you were unhinge-fully in love with dark romances with masked mmc. You don’t know anything until you read this magnificent piece of art. I think I’ll go crawl in a hole now bc there’s nothing that will come close to the way this book make me feel and I need book 2 asap now thank you 😂🤦♀️
January 17, 2026
OMG !!!!
What a ride! I felt like I was lost in the chase with trying to figure out who the mystery men were. I laughed, cried and even thrown my kindle down on my couch at one point. I so highly recommend this book.
What a ride! I felt like I was lost in the chase with trying to figure out who the mystery men were. I laughed, cried and even thrown my kindle down on my couch at one point. I so highly recommend this book.
October 13, 2025
what was that ending?!?
I went into this completely blind, and I’m so glad I did!! It was exhilarating! Loved every second of it!
I went into this completely blind, and I’m so glad I did!! It was exhilarating! Loved every second of it!
October 22, 2025
I loved this book. From the dedication to the last word in the book I was hooked. I can't wait for the next one
December 17, 2025
•4.5 ⭐️
•Dark Romance
•Emotional Trauma
•Dom/Sub
•Tr@fficking (16 & Up)
•Masks
•V0yeurism
•Panic Attacks & PTSD
•Dark Past
•Cliffhanger
•🌶🌶.75
Okay, what was in this?! This is a debut novel, and I just COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN. We start it off with our fmc, Lila, going to a halloween party with her best friend, Aster. Lila didn't really want to go at first, but Aster has a way of being convincing. At this party, she meets 3 guys all in masks. Batman, Phantom, Red Mask. To which she seemed to all be lusting after. But, Phantom and Red Mask made her feel something entirely different, and she wanted more. No, definitely WANTS more. Girl, me too! The way the author explains a panic attack through a tattoo.. UGH. It was explained perfectly. As I, too, deal with anxiety and panic attacks. God, I wish I could keep going.. but I literally can't spoil this book. You'll have to read it yourself to find out what happens. Beware, this ends on a cliffy, and I was devastated with how it ended!! I need the next book.. like YESTERDAY. 😩
•Dark Romance
•Emotional Trauma
•Dom/Sub
•Tr@fficking (16 & Up)
•Masks
•V0yeurism
•Panic Attacks & PTSD
•Dark Past
•Cliffhanger
•🌶🌶.75
Okay, what was in this?! This is a debut novel, and I just COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN. We start it off with our fmc, Lila, going to a halloween party with her best friend, Aster. Lila didn't really want to go at first, but Aster has a way of being convincing. At this party, she meets 3 guys all in masks. Batman, Phantom, Red Mask. To which she seemed to all be lusting after. But, Phantom and Red Mask made her feel something entirely different, and she wanted more. No, definitely WANTS more. Girl, me too! The way the author explains a panic attack through a tattoo.. UGH. It was explained perfectly. As I, too, deal with anxiety and panic attacks. God, I wish I could keep going.. but I literally can't spoil this book. You'll have to read it yourself to find out what happens. Beware, this ends on a cliffy, and I was devastated with how it ended!! I need the next book.. like YESTERDAY. 😩
November 15, 2025
Amazing Read!!
I was NOT prepared for how intense, twisted, and hot this one would be. Loved every sinful second of it 😏🖤
I was NOT prepared for how intense, twisted, and hot this one would be. Loved every sinful second of it 😏🖤
December 7, 2025
This book kept me on my toes! I loved it but you need to read the trigger warnings! It is a dark romance. However, I definitely recommend reading it. I couldn't put this book down!
October 7, 2025
Loved the Book.. the plot kemp me on my toes trying to figure out who was who. the FMC point of view drew me in while the male roles threw me for a loop trying to figure out who I wanted her to fall for more. the growth you see in Lila and the passion and chemistry between the characters is flawless. I hate that it ended in a cliffhanger but I am so ready for more and can NOT wait till book two.
January 8, 2026
This book honestly surprised me so much!!! I thought I had everything figured out and changed my thoughts MULTIPLE times 🤣 in the end I still wasn’t correct but OMG. I really loved the anxiety representation and panic attacks the FMC has (anxiety girl myself) i love the way it was written.
Now after THAT ending I need book 2 yesterday 😭
4 ⭐️ 2 🌶️
Now after THAT ending I need book 2 yesterday 😭
4 ⭐️ 2 🌶️
October 1, 2025
If you’re into suspenseful romance or have a thing for masked intrigue, *Lost in the Chase* is right up your alley! This fast-paced thrill ride kept me hooked from start to finish. The characters felt so real, and I found myself really connecting with their journeys. Lila, the main character, is fantastic, but Kage, the love interest, truly steals the spotlight. His mysterious vibe, paired with the intrigue of masks and a touch of stalking, makes the romance all the more exciting.
It’s not overly “spicy,” but that didn’t stop it from being a fun read. The plot twists and character dynamics kept me guessing, and I loved how the story balanced suspense with romance. If you’re in the mood for a light and entertaining read with a captivating love story, *Lost in the Chase* is definitely one to check out!
It’s not overly “spicy,” but that didn’t stop it from being a fun read. The plot twists and character dynamics kept me guessing, and I loved how the story balanced suspense with romance. If you’re in the mood for a light and entertaining read with a captivating love story, *Lost in the Chase* is definitely one to check out!
October 7, 2025
I am not typically a dark romance reader, but I actually loved this book. The author wrote a really good plot, and I was unable to put this book down. I absolutely cannot wait until the next book comes out!
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