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Our Monstrous Hearts
Cassandra
A half-dead monster haunts Rose Falls. They whisper that he is grotesque, that he feasts on bones and defiles women. I was trapped in my husband's shadow, forced to live a life not my own, but I’ve been suddenly drawn into the monster's world, seduced by sin and desire.
My husband is coming, but now I hold power over my fate. I must return to a life of pain, or surrender to the darkness that calls to me, risking everything for freedom.
The Monster
After centuries in solitude, I have found the one for whom I hunger. My blackened soul is bound to Cassandra, a blood-red thread winding through the universe leading me to her. I will not stop until I consume her soul, until I make her mine.
Our Monstrous Hearts is an erotic horror romance exploring feminine rage, revenge, and sexual empowerment through embracing your monstrous nature. Will you offer your soul and descend into depravity? Read now to discover if you devour the darkness within.
A half-dead monster haunts Rose Falls. They whisper that he is grotesque, that he feasts on bones and defiles women. I was trapped in my husband's shadow, forced to live a life not my own, but I’ve been suddenly drawn into the monster's world, seduced by sin and desire.
My husband is coming, but now I hold power over my fate. I must return to a life of pain, or surrender to the darkness that calls to me, risking everything for freedom.
The Monster
After centuries in solitude, I have found the one for whom I hunger. My blackened soul is bound to Cassandra, a blood-red thread winding through the universe leading me to her. I will not stop until I consume her soul, until I make her mine.
Our Monstrous Hearts is an erotic horror romance exploring feminine rage, revenge, and sexual empowerment through embracing your monstrous nature. Will you offer your soul and descend into depravity? Read now to discover if you devour the darkness within.
160 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 2, 2026
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Delilah Thorne
1 book18 followersAuthor and recluse Delilah Thorne prefers the solace of her home with her animals and partner. Her writing blends romance with darkness, creating unapologetic stories that are erotic and impossible to forget. With each book, she twists familiar tropes into fresh, provocative experiences for readers who dare to enter her world. You can expect stories that are not safe, not sane, and she's definitely not sorry.
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January 6, 2026
Our Monstrous Hearts was marketed as an erotic horror with paranormal elements (a vampire) and while I feel like it more than delivered on the macabre, I didn’t find the eroticism appealing and felt like some things took place for shock value. While the writing was very beautiful in some places, I got caught up on certain things. Such as “molest” being used to describe something that wasn’t molestation, the phrase, “he guzzles my oozing menstrual blood” occurring during a sex scene, etc. Not because I think one way or another about period sex, but because that phrase absolutely was not sexy to me LOL.
The plot could’ve been fleshed out more. I didn’t understand the why behind Cassandra’s husband’s cruelty, the why behind the monster not going after him every time he left the house, the why behind the monster watching Cassandra be abused for years and not doing anything, or the why behind Cassandra essentially going from one captor to another. I would’ve liked to see more of an empowering arc for her than something that made me feel like she was simply shifting hells. Cassandra’s arc after she encounters the monster sees her become a much more assertive person, so I wish it had happened sooner for her in a way that felt more authentic and not because a man (or monster) made her feel empowered to do so.
This is a novella and it’s a debut, so I don’t feel right going on and on about the things that didn’t work for me—here’s what did: it was genuinely gory, graphic, and disturbing. The more I read horror the more I feel like I’m flexing my muscles, so to speak, learning what I can and cannot tolerate. I overall really enjoyed Thorne’s writing so I look forward to seeing what she does next!
Thank you to the author for sending me an ARC.
3 ⭐️s
The plot could’ve been fleshed out more. I didn’t understand the why behind Cassandra’s husband’s cruelty, the why behind the monster not going after him every time he left the house, the why behind the monster watching Cassandra be abused for years and not doing anything, or the why behind Cassandra essentially going from one captor to another. I would’ve liked to see more of an empowering arc for her than something that made me feel like she was simply shifting hells. Cassandra’s arc after she encounters the monster sees her become a much more assertive person, so I wish it had happened sooner for her in a way that felt more authentic and not because a man (or monster) made her feel empowered to do so.
This is a novella and it’s a debut, so I don’t feel right going on and on about the things that didn’t work for me—here’s what did: it was genuinely gory, graphic, and disturbing. The more I read horror the more I feel like I’m flexing my muscles, so to speak, learning what I can and cannot tolerate. I overall really enjoyed Thorne’s writing so I look forward to seeing what she does next!
Thank you to the author for sending me an ARC.
3 ⭐️s
December 2, 2025
Oh this is sooo good. Definitely read trigger warnings because this is unhinged and will def having you going what 😳 multiple times but in the best way. My only complaint is I wish it was longer! I’d love to see more this story and our couple , especially doing terrible fd up things TOGETHER. But I am so here for a women and her feminine rights and wrongs and her man who has her back and cheerleads every step of the way. The spice was spicing and the plot moved quickly and just had such a dark gothic horror vibe that was like the magic sauce! Excellent debut
November 15, 2025
What an honor to read Delilah’s debut and what a f***king MASTERPIECE.
Delilah’s writing is beautiful and the story is divine. Delilah has taken a lot of my firsts with this book and I feel fully sated.
Now I’m off to order my man a bald cap, THANKS A LOT DELILAH
Delilah’s writing is beautiful and the story is divine. Delilah has taken a lot of my firsts with this book and I feel fully sated.
Now I’m off to order my man a bald cap, THANKS A LOT DELILAH
November 2, 2025
I AM UNWELL.
So proud of Delilah Thorne on her debut 😭
I binged this in one sitting and could not get enough!
I love the amazing detail that is written, her ability to write everything so graphically, you truly get the picture painted for you. I’d love to see the google search history at the time this book was being written 🤣
This book was hot, and gross, and exciting, and angry.
Izcacus is hot in a gross way 🤣 big c*ck obvi. Everyone needs someone who’s as obsessed and dedicated to them as he is with Cassandra.
Also, I loved the feminine rage aspect in this, we love seeing women become stronger 🙂↕️
And this had something I had never read before 👀 and I’m here for it… read to find out.🦴😈
I’m so intrigued by the other characters and can’t wait to see if we get to see more of them 👀
I will read anything else Delilah Thorne writes. Please give me more. Love you, proud of you. Cried reading the acknowledgments. 🥲🖤
So proud of Delilah Thorne on her debut 😭
I binged this in one sitting and could not get enough!
I love the amazing detail that is written, her ability to write everything so graphically, you truly get the picture painted for you. I’d love to see the google search history at the time this book was being written 🤣
This book was hot, and gross, and exciting, and angry.
Izcacus is hot in a gross way 🤣 big c*ck obvi. Everyone needs someone who’s as obsessed and dedicated to them as he is with Cassandra.
Also, I loved the feminine rage aspect in this, we love seeing women become stronger 🙂↕️
And this had something I had never read before 👀 and I’m here for it… read to find out.🦴😈
I’m so intrigued by the other characters and can’t wait to see if we get to see more of them 👀
I will read anything else Delilah Thorne writes. Please give me more. Love you, proud of you. Cried reading the acknowledgments. 🥲🖤
January 5, 2026
Our Monstrous Hearts unfortunately didn’t work for me, which was disappointing as monster romances are very much my kind of read and something I was genuinely excited to dive into.
I felt this book could have benefited greatly from BETA readers. There were frequent errors throughout that pulled me out of the story, and the pacing felt uneven. Several scenes were confusing, making it difficult to stay immersed or clearly follow what was happening.
I also struggled with the character dynamics. The shifts in Cassandra’s feelings toward the monster felt disjointed, jumping abruptly from fear to intense desire without enough development to make that transition feel believable or earned.
Additionally, I found it hard to reconcile the monster’s strong possessiveness from the very beginning of the story with the fact that Cassandra endured years of suffering and torture. If he was truly as powerful and protective as portrayed, it was unclear why nothing could have been done to intervene or prevent that, which created a major disconnect for me.
The ending also felt off. I couldn’t understand how a character portrayed as deeply possessive could suddenly be comfortable with Cassandra being intimate with others and seemingly happy about it. This choice didn’t align with the characterisation established earlier and left me feeling confused rather than satisfied.
Overall, while the concept initially drew me in and had potential, the execution, pacing, and inconsistencies in character behaviour ultimately kept me from enjoying this book. I hope future works receive stronger editorial support, as the core idea could be much more impactful with further refinement.
I felt this book could have benefited greatly from BETA readers. There were frequent errors throughout that pulled me out of the story, and the pacing felt uneven. Several scenes were confusing, making it difficult to stay immersed or clearly follow what was happening.
I also struggled with the character dynamics. The shifts in Cassandra’s feelings toward the monster felt disjointed, jumping abruptly from fear to intense desire without enough development to make that transition feel believable or earned.
Additionally, I found it hard to reconcile the monster’s strong possessiveness from the very beginning of the story with the fact that Cassandra endured years of suffering and torture. If he was truly as powerful and protective as portrayed, it was unclear why nothing could have been done to intervene or prevent that, which created a major disconnect for me.
The ending also felt off. I couldn’t understand how a character portrayed as deeply possessive could suddenly be comfortable with Cassandra being intimate with others and seemingly happy about it. This choice didn’t align with the characterisation established earlier and left me feeling confused rather than satisfied.
Overall, while the concept initially drew me in and had potential, the execution, pacing, and inconsistencies in character behaviour ultimately kept me from enjoying this book. I hope future works receive stronger editorial support, as the core idea could be much more impactful with further refinement.
January 3, 2026
You know how sometimes you read a book and then days later you can’t stop thinking about it and are already considering rereading it? Yup. That’s me right now with Our Monstrous Hearts!
It is sooooo sinfully dirty and depraved and HOT. And there’s vengeance and a monster who is DOWN BAD for his lady. Definitely check the trigger warnings before reading, but if you want a totally smutty and dark monster romance, you need this one! 5⭐️
Thank you so much to the author, Delilah Thorne, for an ARC. I also was lucky enough to help her with a little spicy research as she was writing. 😅😅
It is sooooo sinfully dirty and depraved and HOT. And there’s vengeance and a monster who is DOWN BAD for his lady. Definitely check the trigger warnings before reading, but if you want a totally smutty and dark monster romance, you need this one! 5⭐️
Thank you so much to the author, Delilah Thorne, for an ARC. I also was lucky enough to help her with a little spicy research as she was writing. 😅😅
January 21, 2026
Whoa! Monster filth. Zero notes. I loved this.
This is a horror smut novella, and it’s exactly the kind of dark, indulgent palate cleanser I crave between heavier reads.
The tone is steeped in old-world gothic energy, think crumbling castles, candlelit graves, and language that feels lifted from a classic monster tale but twisted just enough to feel deliciously wrong...
The chapter art alone deserves applause. It sets the mood immediately and makes the whole experience feel intentional and immersive.
The prose is lush and atmospheric, almost poetic at times, and it leans hard into the monster-as-desire theme in a way that works. This line wrecked me:
“My monster smells of peace and comfort, which seems impossible given that he looks like a nightmare.”
And honestly? That’s the book in a sentence.
It’s filthy, gothic, intimate, and unapologetic. If you love your romance dark, your monsters devoted, and your smut wrapped in horror aesthetics, this one hits all the notes in a tiny filthy package!
This is a horror smut novella, and it’s exactly the kind of dark, indulgent palate cleanser I crave between heavier reads.
The tone is steeped in old-world gothic energy, think crumbling castles, candlelit graves, and language that feels lifted from a classic monster tale but twisted just enough to feel deliciously wrong...
The chapter art alone deserves applause. It sets the mood immediately and makes the whole experience feel intentional and immersive.
The prose is lush and atmospheric, almost poetic at times, and it leans hard into the monster-as-desire theme in a way that works. This line wrecked me:
“My monster smells of peace and comfort, which seems impossible given that he looks like a nightmare.”
And honestly? That’s the book in a sentence.
It’s filthy, gothic, intimate, and unapologetic. If you love your romance dark, your monsters devoted, and your smut wrapped in horror aesthetics, this one hits all the notes in a tiny filthy package!
December 3, 2025
First off, I am so excited to have gotten the chance to read Delilah’s debut early! So freaking proud of you!!
And I am pleased to say I am OBSESSED with this story. Read your trigger warnings ofc but then buckle in for a wild ride!
I love women empowerment, rage and revenge stories. And I love even more when it’s done with a big strong man cheering her on and not getting in the way.
Cassandra was everything! And I loved Izcacus very much. His devotion to her and the way he showed his adoration was simply perfection.
I am so excited to see what comes next for Delilah and will definitely be buying this when it releases!!
And I am pleased to say I am OBSESSED with this story. Read your trigger warnings ofc but then buckle in for a wild ride!
I love women empowerment, rage and revenge stories. And I love even more when it’s done with a big strong man cheering her on and not getting in the way.
Cassandra was everything! And I loved Izcacus very much. His devotion to her and the way he showed his adoration was simply perfection.
I am so excited to see what comes next for Delilah and will definitely be buying this when it releases!!
November 23, 2025
MA’AM???
Screaming, giggling, kicking my feet over Cassie and her monster!!!
🖤 Easy bite sized novella (≈100pages)
🖤 Pure female rage
🖤 Creepy yet mega horny
🖤 Broken to badass fmc
🖤 Dual POV
🖤 tw (he’s BALD)
Absolute chef’s kiss 😮💨 I’m so in awe with this debut by Delilah, I cannot wait for what else is in store!!
Screaming, giggling, kicking my feet over Cassie and her monster!!!
🖤 Easy bite sized novella (≈100pages)
🖤 Pure female rage
🖤 Creepy yet mega horny
🖤 Broken to badass fmc
🖤 Dual POV
🖤 tw (he’s BALD)
Absolute chef’s kiss 😮💨 I’m so in awe with this debut by Delilah, I cannot wait for what else is in store!!
January 2, 2026
This story really surprised me! I couldn’t believe that this was the first book by this author. I love dark romance and mixed with paranormal made it the perfect read to start the year. Although this is a short story, the way we learn about the life of Cassandra feels really well done, and despite the pain in her life she finds a way to be free.
I really loved this story! I would love to read more about this world! Thank you, Delilah Thorne, for the opportunity to read this as an ARC.
I really loved this story! I would love to read more about this world! Thank you, Delilah Thorne, for the opportunity to read this as an ARC.
November 23, 2025
Delilah is clearly a talented writer and this debut proves that. If you're looking for a quick monster-fucker horrormance then I do recommend picking this up.
I personally have mixed feelings on this one though. Cassandra's character arc felt unbelievable to me, as such part two then let me down.
The epilogue however was my favourite part lol and I'd certainly be interested in reading more of the story alluded to there.
Thank you Delilah for the ARC!
I personally have mixed feelings on this one though. Cassandra's character arc felt unbelievable to me, as such part two then let me down.
The epilogue however was my favourite part lol and I'd certainly be interested in reading more of the story alluded to there.
Thank you Delilah for the ARC!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 30, 2025
I begged and pleaded for a Nosferatu reimagining like this one and boy did Delilah deliver. 👏🏼
There’s monsters who stay monsters and women who have the chance to overcome the men that are the true monsters.
There’s also lots of creative ways of drinking 🩸 which is part of the reason I wanted to read this novella in the first place 😂
Thank you, Delilah. I can’t wait to read more from you.
There’s monsters who stay monsters and women who have the chance to overcome the men that are the true monsters.
There’s also lots of creative ways of drinking 🩸 which is part of the reason I wanted to read this novella in the first place 😂
Thank you, Delilah. I can’t wait to read more from you.
November 16, 2025
I am SHOOK this is a debut!? The writing is so beautiful and has a melodic feel about it. I really enjoyed it, I love feminine rage and revenge and Our Monstrous Hearts filled my cup all the way up. My queer little heart was also very satisfied 🤭
I love that Delilah clearly isn’t afraid to write the more, uh 👀 gross parts and you know what I ate it up. Love to push my boundaries and what I usually read.
I’m so proud of you D, you’re amazing. The sky is your limit. I love you!!!!!
I love that Delilah clearly isn’t afraid to write the more, uh 👀 gross parts and you know what I ate it up. Love to push my boundaries and what I usually read.
I’m so proud of you D, you’re amazing. The sky is your limit. I love you!!!!!
December 18, 2025
I absolutely loved this book!!! I devoured it in a day!! It was an absolute banger of a story. I can’t wait to continue reading this series.
November 25, 2025
I received this as an arc and I was SO excited to read it! I loved it. Horror romance might be a new favorite genre of mine. Check your trigger warnings before you read! I enjoyed this book so much. The love between Cassandra and Izcacus was perfect. The feminine rage was amazing. The spice was A LOT and I lived for every second of it. I didn’t want to put this book down.
December 2, 2025
I received this as an ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
This was a super quick read, and while it initially pulled me in with a strong, intriguing setup, it ultimately fell a little flat. It felt like it was reaching for something insightful while also leaning into smuttier elements — but the smut wasn’t developed enough to carry that balance.
Our FMC is trapped in an abusive marriage, rescued, and ultimately falls for the monster haunting the village. That’s essentially the gist of the plot, BUT…
Don’t get me wrong — there’s a meaningful layer of reflection here. There’s clear potential in the themes surrounding how women are viewed, agency, and loving beyond appearances. I just needed those ideas to be more fully explored.
What did he actually do to make her fall for him?
What is their court like?
Where are the emotional beats that make the romance believable?
And the epilogue didn’t quite land for me, especially considering the deep possessiveness he showed earlier — it didn’t feel aligned with the character or the relationship we were given.
This was a super quick read, and while it initially pulled me in with a strong, intriguing setup, it ultimately fell a little flat. It felt like it was reaching for something insightful while also leaning into smuttier elements — but the smut wasn’t developed enough to carry that balance.
Our FMC is trapped in an abusive marriage, rescued, and ultimately falls for the monster haunting the village. That’s essentially the gist of the plot, BUT…
Don’t get me wrong — there’s a meaningful layer of reflection here. There’s clear potential in the themes surrounding how women are viewed, agency, and loving beyond appearances. I just needed those ideas to be more fully explored.
What did he actually do to make her fall for him?
What is their court like?
Where are the emotional beats that make the romance believable?
And the epilogue didn’t quite land for me, especially considering the deep possessiveness he showed earlier — it didn’t feel aligned with the character or the relationship we were given.
December 17, 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I felt honoured to receive this ARC, as soon as I saw that Delilah was writing her first book I knew I was going to be obsessed with it. If you want a quick, spicy, gory read, this is for you.
Like guys, the dedication?? Perfect
"You must bounce on it... crazy style"
Shopping List -
🖤 Horror Romance
🖤 Super Spicy
🖤 Hades x Persephone Inspired
🖤 Nosferatu vibes
🖤 Questionable Use of Bones
🖤 Feminine Rage
🖤 Creepy but Horny
🖤 Queer Rep
🖤 Cinnamon Roll MMC
🖤 Heavy Gore
"Turn around and grip the gravestone"
Please make sure to read the trigger warnings for the love of things unholy, this is not your usual dark romance.
I felt honoured to receive this ARC, as soon as I saw that Delilah was writing her first book I knew I was going to be obsessed with it. If you want a quick, spicy, gory read, this is for you.
Like guys, the dedication?? Perfect
"You must bounce on it... crazy style"
Shopping List -
🖤 Horror Romance
🖤 Super Spicy
🖤 Hades x Persephone Inspired
🖤 Nosferatu vibes
🖤 Questionable Use of Bones
🖤 Feminine Rage
🖤 Creepy but Horny
🖤 Queer Rep
🖤 Cinnamon Roll MMC
🖤 Heavy Gore
"Turn around and grip the gravestone"
Please make sure to read the trigger warnings for the love of things unholy, this is not your usual dark romance.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I received this book as an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Unfortunately, if this was not an ARC I would not have made it past page 1. In the second sentence of the whole entire book, the word “molest” is used to describe the monster eating something and that was more than enough for me to want to put this book down and never pick it up again. Our MMC sees that the FMC is being horribly abused and even tied up and left in the woods overnight as “punishment” by her husband and instead of saving her he just watches her get abused for SEVEN YEARS before he saves her from her husband. I cannot find it romantic in the slightest that he helped get her out of that situation when he waited 7 years to do anything in any way. Especially when finding her in the woods was the perfect time to scoop her up and get her to safety. Also she goes from being horribly abused to desperately wanting to f*ck the first thing she sees after getting out? With no healing time? No time to go from being scared and hurt to feeling like a person again? Every piece of this plot was incredibly rushed and how we got between each thing was incredibly confusing. It felt like I was reading a story board for an upcoming book instead of reading a completed book. There were no details about pretty much anything, at least that’s how it felt. How did she find out he could turn her into a vampyre? Why was she suddenly, out of nowhere, horribly aggressively desperate to be turned into a vampyre when the possibility of such a thing had never been brought up? I’m all for a revenge story but there was no build up to her killing her husband and all his friends. It was just very sudden and overly grotesque. It felt less like revenge and more like she just decided to be a deranged killer for fun or she felt like she needed to be for some reason?
This is already too long of a review so I’ll try to wrap it up. Saying things like “he guzzles my oozing menstrual blood” is just nasty to me. It’s not edgy or “unhinged”. There’s a way that scenario can be worded that would be more pleasant. Throughout the book I could not gather what was supposed to be pleasant about the situation she was in or the MMC in general.
At the time of ARC requests, all I knew about this book was that it was supposed to have Nosferatu and Jennifer’s Body vibes which I was super excited for. I didn’t see any Jennifer’s Body vibes and I only got some Nosferatu vibes. After I received the ARC the author released more information about the book (like the tampon slurping) that made me completely uninterested in this book but I’d already received the ARC and wanted to follow through with my promise to read and review it. I can absolutely say this book was not for me. Normally I can see how other people might like a book but with this one I am struggling to understand why people liked it so much. The concept has good potential but the execution was just really not great.
Unfortunately, if this was not an ARC I would not have made it past page 1. In the second sentence of the whole entire book, the word “molest” is used to describe the monster eating something and that was more than enough for me to want to put this book down and never pick it up again. Our MMC sees that the FMC is being horribly abused and even tied up and left in the woods overnight as “punishment” by her husband and instead of saving her he just watches her get abused for SEVEN YEARS before he saves her from her husband. I cannot find it romantic in the slightest that he helped get her out of that situation when he waited 7 years to do anything in any way. Especially when finding her in the woods was the perfect time to scoop her up and get her to safety. Also she goes from being horribly abused to desperately wanting to f*ck the first thing she sees after getting out? With no healing time? No time to go from being scared and hurt to feeling like a person again? Every piece of this plot was incredibly rushed and how we got between each thing was incredibly confusing. It felt like I was reading a story board for an upcoming book instead of reading a completed book. There were no details about pretty much anything, at least that’s how it felt. How did she find out he could turn her into a vampyre? Why was she suddenly, out of nowhere, horribly aggressively desperate to be turned into a vampyre when the possibility of such a thing had never been brought up? I’m all for a revenge story but there was no build up to her killing her husband and all his friends. It was just very sudden and overly grotesque. It felt less like revenge and more like she just decided to be a deranged killer for fun or she felt like she needed to be for some reason?
This is already too long of a review so I’ll try to wrap it up. Saying things like “he guzzles my oozing menstrual blood” is just nasty to me. It’s not edgy or “unhinged”. There’s a way that scenario can be worded that would be more pleasant. Throughout the book I could not gather what was supposed to be pleasant about the situation she was in or the MMC in general.
At the time of ARC requests, all I knew about this book was that it was supposed to have Nosferatu and Jennifer’s Body vibes which I was super excited for. I didn’t see any Jennifer’s Body vibes and I only got some Nosferatu vibes. After I received the ARC the author released more information about the book (like the tampon slurping) that made me completely uninterested in this book but I’d already received the ARC and wanted to follow through with my promise to read and review it. I can absolutely say this book was not for me. Normally I can see how other people might like a book but with this one I am struggling to understand why people liked it so much. The concept has good potential but the execution was just really not great.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 11, 2026
First of all… This book was wonderfully and unapologetically grotesque, a mesmerizing journey that delves deep into the shadows of the human experience. I was instantly pulled into the sheer darkness of the plot, captivated by the intricate layers of emotion and raw energy. It isn’t just another monster themed smut book; it rises above the genre to deliver a profound narrative that explores the impact of enduring trauma, grappling with pain, and confronting the depths of loneliness. The characters are not merely figments of imagination but intensely relatable figures who navigate through obsession and the all consuming feminine rage that seems to burn on every page. Each page unveils a new facet of struggle and resilience, making it a haunting yet beautiful reflection on the complexities of life and the battles we face within ourselves.
If you’re reading this for a sweeping romantic love story, this is not the book for you. It is depravity incarnate, a raw exploration of the darker sides of love and desire. The emotions are utterly obsessive, pulling you into a world where passion knows no bounds and the line between love and obsession blurs dangerously. The smut is somewhat unsettling, challenging the reader’s comfort zones while igniting the senses in unexpected ways. As the narrative unfolds, it delves deeper into the complexities of human connection, showcasing both the exhilaration and the terror that can come with intense desire. The ending? Absolutely empowering, as it ultimately reveals the strength found in confronting one’s own darkness and emerging transformed, stronger, and ready to embrace a new reality.
If THAT sounds like what you’re looking for, then you should definitely pick up this book. Thorne knew exactly what she was doing when she wrote this captivating piece. She had a clear vision of her target audience and expertly tailored her narrative to engage them fully. I devoured this book in a matter of hours, unable to put it down. I’m hoping there’s room for a book 2 so I can devour that one as well!
As always, please read the trigger warnings before you read this book, as they are essential in preparing you for what lies ahead. Your mental health matters, and this book has some VERY dark content that may provoke strong emotional reactions.
If you’re reading this for a sweeping romantic love story, this is not the book for you. It is depravity incarnate, a raw exploration of the darker sides of love and desire. The emotions are utterly obsessive, pulling you into a world where passion knows no bounds and the line between love and obsession blurs dangerously. The smut is somewhat unsettling, challenging the reader’s comfort zones while igniting the senses in unexpected ways. As the narrative unfolds, it delves deeper into the complexities of human connection, showcasing both the exhilaration and the terror that can come with intense desire. The ending? Absolutely empowering, as it ultimately reveals the strength found in confronting one’s own darkness and emerging transformed, stronger, and ready to embrace a new reality.
If THAT sounds like what you’re looking for, then you should definitely pick up this book. Thorne knew exactly what she was doing when she wrote this captivating piece. She had a clear vision of her target audience and expertly tailored her narrative to engage them fully. I devoured this book in a matter of hours, unable to put it down. I’m hoping there’s room for a book 2 so I can devour that one as well!
As always, please read the trigger warnings before you read this book, as they are essential in preparing you for what lies ahead. Your mental health matters, and this book has some VERY dark content that may provoke strong emotional reactions.
December 16, 2025
This story has so much potential, but I’m afraid to say that, for me, it fell short.
Imagine a young woman who has been trapped by her husband for years. Abused, mistreated, and immensely unhappy. One day, she’s taken by a half-dead monster who has been haunting the village for years. He’s fearsome and grotesque, but would give his life for her. She has to choose: go back to her husband and a life of pain, or give in to the darkness and embrace her own inner monster.
Delilah Thorne is a good writer. Her style is rather lyrical but easy to read. It’s a perfect fit for the genre, which is an erotic horror romance.
The story is about feminine rage and sexual empowerment. The FMC wants revenge, and as a woman myself, I totally understood her actions after reading what she’s been through. However, I felt that the story was rushed. With just over 120 pages, there was no time to really get to know the characters in depth. Actions followed each other quickly, but I felt like I was missing basic information while reading. For example, the monster’s backstory is a big blank spot, and for me, that’s a missed opportunity. Has he always been a monster? How did the castle become his home? Why is he haunting the village?
I know that missing this extra information is very much a me thing, so if you don’t feel the need to know all of this, you might absolutely love this story, because, as I said, it has a lot of potential. It is very erotic, but not for the faint of heart. It is a horror story, after all, so don’t skip the trigger warnings if you know you have some.
That being said, I’d like to add that I really love the overall idea behind this book, and the spicy scenes are impeccable. So if you’re into very erotic, short horror stories and don’t mind a lack of full, on-page character development, this might be the perfect story for you.
Imagine a young woman who has been trapped by her husband for years. Abused, mistreated, and immensely unhappy. One day, she’s taken by a half-dead monster who has been haunting the village for years. He’s fearsome and grotesque, but would give his life for her. She has to choose: go back to her husband and a life of pain, or give in to the darkness and embrace her own inner monster.
Delilah Thorne is a good writer. Her style is rather lyrical but easy to read. It’s a perfect fit for the genre, which is an erotic horror romance.
The story is about feminine rage and sexual empowerment. The FMC wants revenge, and as a woman myself, I totally understood her actions after reading what she’s been through. However, I felt that the story was rushed. With just over 120 pages, there was no time to really get to know the characters in depth. Actions followed each other quickly, but I felt like I was missing basic information while reading. For example, the monster’s backstory is a big blank spot, and for me, that’s a missed opportunity. Has he always been a monster? How did the castle become his home? Why is he haunting the village?
I know that missing this extra information is very much a me thing, so if you don’t feel the need to know all of this, you might absolutely love this story, because, as I said, it has a lot of potential. It is very erotic, but not for the faint of heart. It is a horror story, after all, so don’t skip the trigger warnings if you know you have some.
That being said, I’d like to add that I really love the overall idea behind this book, and the spicy scenes are impeccable. So if you’re into very erotic, short horror stories and don’t mind a lack of full, on-page character development, this might be the perfect story for you.
November 18, 2025
🩸Horror Romance
🖤Hades X Persephone Inspired
🦴Monster MMC
🖤Feminine Rage
🩸High Spice 🌶️
🦴Creepy but Horny
ARC Review. 4 ★
“The heavens can mourn me if they want.”
Let me preface this by saying that I’m not a huge monster/horror/gore girlie, that’s the only reason this is 4 stars instead of 5. It’s purely about preference. It was just a bit too much for me—like gross, but in a good way? I understand that’s pretty much the point, this book embraces taboos (some of which I enjoyed, others less so). It’s bloody, dark, and monstrous— in the best way.
The writing was absolutely decadent. It was so romantic and atmospheric, it’s difficult to believe this is a debut. Gothic romance has become one of my favourite genres this year, and this one fits very nicely into that category (though it’s probably closer to gothic erotica), it has a dark, gloomy forest and a dilapidated castle which is just shy of being considered a ruin, the vibes are immaculate. Also Vampyres? Need I say more?!
I adored the relationship between the FMC and ‘the Monster’, it’s remarkably sweet considering what they get up to! I love it when the MMC is obsessed with the FMC (as they bloody well should be).
I kind of wish it had been longer if only to read more of the lush writing. Can’t believe this is a debut and very much look forward to reading from Thorne in the future.
“I’m willingly relinquishing myself into his care, trusting that Izcacus will take me with gentle hands, and that if he does break me, he will stitch me back together.”
🖤Hades X Persephone Inspired
🦴Monster MMC
🖤Feminine Rage
🩸High Spice 🌶️
🦴Creepy but Horny
ARC Review. 4 ★
“The heavens can mourn me if they want.”
Let me preface this by saying that I’m not a huge monster/horror/gore girlie, that’s the only reason this is 4 stars instead of 5. It’s purely about preference. It was just a bit too much for me—like gross, but in a good way? I understand that’s pretty much the point, this book embraces taboos (some of which I enjoyed, others less so). It’s bloody, dark, and monstrous— in the best way.
The writing was absolutely decadent. It was so romantic and atmospheric, it’s difficult to believe this is a debut. Gothic romance has become one of my favourite genres this year, and this one fits very nicely into that category (though it’s probably closer to gothic erotica), it has a dark, gloomy forest and a dilapidated castle which is just shy of being considered a ruin, the vibes are immaculate. Also Vampyres? Need I say more?!
I adored the relationship between the FMC and ‘the Monster’, it’s remarkably sweet considering what they get up to! I love it when the MMC is obsessed with the FMC (as they bloody well should be).
I kind of wish it had been longer if only to read more of the lush writing. Can’t believe this is a debut and very much look forward to reading from Thorne in the future.
“I’m willingly relinquishing myself into his care, trusting that Izcacus will take me with gentle hands, and that if he does break me, he will stitch me back together.”
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November 26, 2025Thank you to Delilah Thorne for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for a honest review.
Cassandra A half-dead monster haunts Rose Falls. They whisper that he is grotesque, that he feasts on bones and defiles women. I was trapped in my husband's shadow, forced to live a life not my own, but I’ve been suddenly drawn into the monster's world, seduced by sin and desire. My husband is coming, but now I hold power over my fate. I must return to a life of pain, or surrender to the darkness that calls to me, risking everything for freedom. The Monster After centuries in solitude, I have found the one for whom I hunger. My blackened soul is bound to Cassandra, a blood-red thread winding through the universe leading me to her. I will not stop until I consume her soul, until I make her mine.
This is a DNF at 31% for me. It’s my first time really giving this genre a go but I’ve come to see it just isn’t for me! The writing isn’t too bad and the story is very fast paced, but there isn’t a great deal of substance to it which is such a shame. But the thing that got me was not the fact it was period sex, but the bloody tampon… I genuinely gagged a little bit and I think it’s more my own trauma with menstrual cycles than anything but it really was not for me. So I will be leaving the story where it’s at and bow out.
Overall, Our Monstrous Hearts is a story that offers some promise but does not vibe with me.
Thank you again to Delilah Thorne for an advanced copy of this book.
Cassandra A half-dead monster haunts Rose Falls. They whisper that he is grotesque, that he feasts on bones and defiles women. I was trapped in my husband's shadow, forced to live a life not my own, but I’ve been suddenly drawn into the monster's world, seduced by sin and desire. My husband is coming, but now I hold power over my fate. I must return to a life of pain, or surrender to the darkness that calls to me, risking everything for freedom. The Monster After centuries in solitude, I have found the one for whom I hunger. My blackened soul is bound to Cassandra, a blood-red thread winding through the universe leading me to her. I will not stop until I consume her soul, until I make her mine.
This is a DNF at 31% for me. It’s my first time really giving this genre a go but I’ve come to see it just isn’t for me! The writing isn’t too bad and the story is very fast paced, but there isn’t a great deal of substance to it which is such a shame. But the thing that got me was not the fact it was period sex, but the bloody tampon… I genuinely gagged a little bit and I think it’s more my own trauma with menstrual cycles than anything but it really was not for me. So I will be leaving the story where it’s at and bow out.
Overall, Our Monstrous Hearts is a story that offers some promise but does not vibe with me.
Thank you again to Delilah Thorne for an advanced copy of this book.
November 29, 2025
“The sight of you makes me lose control. You are my salvation, the sanctuary I crave. I come undone without you.”
🦇Vampyre x Human
🩸Blood and bone play
🕯️Bi-Sexual Characters
💀Hades x Persephone Inspired
🌶️ Spice
This novella follows Cassandra who lives in Rose Falls with her abusive husband Clayton. After dragging her into the Deadwood Forest where a monster lurks and tying her to a tree for yet another punishment, that is where the monster, Izcacus, claims her to be his without her even knowing and pines for her for 7 years.
First of, congrats to my beautiful friend on her debut novel! You should be incredibly proud for putting yourself out there and writing this ❤️
For someone who hasn’t really read monster romances, I enjoyed this one! Dani’s writing captivates you from the get go and keeps you in the story the whole way through.
Are there some scenes which weren’t for me? Yes, but knowing Dani I was aware what to expect, so I wasn’t shocked by them 🤭 but in saying that, the dude is a vampire, so a bit of blood play should be expected. I will also pretend Izcacus is more handsome than what he really is 🤣 though he is an absolute sweetheart towards Cassie, which she deserves after dealing with her arsehole husband. I do wish there was more though, to get a better understanding of some parts of the story.
P.S. can Aussie and British authors please stop spelling arse as “ass” PLEASE!
🦇Vampyre x Human
🩸Blood and bone play
🕯️Bi-Sexual Characters
💀Hades x Persephone Inspired
🌶️ Spice
This novella follows Cassandra who lives in Rose Falls with her abusive husband Clayton. After dragging her into the Deadwood Forest where a monster lurks and tying her to a tree for yet another punishment, that is where the monster, Izcacus, claims her to be his without her even knowing and pines for her for 7 years.
First of, congrats to my beautiful friend on her debut novel! You should be incredibly proud for putting yourself out there and writing this ❤️
For someone who hasn’t really read monster romances, I enjoyed this one! Dani’s writing captivates you from the get go and keeps you in the story the whole way through.
Are there some scenes which weren’t for me? Yes, but knowing Dani I was aware what to expect, so I wasn’t shocked by them 🤭 but in saying that, the dude is a vampire, so a bit of blood play should be expected. I will also pretend Izcacus is more handsome than what he really is 🤣 though he is an absolute sweetheart towards Cassie, which she deserves after dealing with her arsehole husband. I do wish there was more though, to get a better understanding of some parts of the story.
P.S. can Aussie and British authors please stop spelling arse as “ass” PLEASE!
December 5, 2025
She is my beginning, my path to salvation, my moon and stars, and the light to my everlasting darkness.
Review: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Trapped in an abusive marriage, Cassandra pleads for anyone to save her. Anyone… including the monster that lurks within the forests of Rose Falls.
I was hooked from the dedication, omg. I definitely left Nosferatu like 👀 so I truly couldn’t wait to read this!!
The writing in this is beautiful - you are immediately sucked into the horror and romance in this, and it’s done so well. There aren’t any moments or details that are shied away from (so please review the tw!), and that felt so fitting for their world and story. I finished this in one sitting because I wanted to find out what happens!
Cassandra’s arc was so captivating, I loved the intro and the fantasy of being saved (only to fear she’s traded her husband for a monster). And then to find what kind of a man he is - phew! Izcacus’s obsession was everything - the way he worships her and is so completely down and encouraging of her embracing his world.
And the way she does - you’re in for a treat.
This one is definitely for the monster girlies (gn) 💖 and excited to read more from this author!
Tropes & Tags:
🏰 monster mmc
🩸 horror romance
🦴 hades x persephone inspired
🖤 feminine rage
🏰 bisexual mcs
🩸 primal play
🦴 creepy and horny
🖤 high spice
🏰 he falls first
[I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review, thank you so much Delilah Thorne! 📖]
Review: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Trapped in an abusive marriage, Cassandra pleads for anyone to save her. Anyone… including the monster that lurks within the forests of Rose Falls.
I was hooked from the dedication, omg. I definitely left Nosferatu like 👀 so I truly couldn’t wait to read this!!
The writing in this is beautiful - you are immediately sucked into the horror and romance in this, and it’s done so well. There aren’t any moments or details that are shied away from (so please review the tw!), and that felt so fitting for their world and story. I finished this in one sitting because I wanted to find out what happens!
Cassandra’s arc was so captivating, I loved the intro and the fantasy of being saved (only to fear she’s traded her husband for a monster). And then to find what kind of a man he is - phew! Izcacus’s obsession was everything - the way he worships her and is so completely down and encouraging of her embracing his world.
And the way she does - you’re in for a treat.
This one is definitely for the monster girlies (gn) 💖 and excited to read more from this author!
Tropes & Tags:
🏰 monster mmc
🩸 horror romance
🦴 hades x persephone inspired
🖤 feminine rage
🏰 bisexual mcs
🩸 primal play
🦴 creepy and horny
🖤 high spice
🏰 he falls first
[I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review, thank you so much Delilah Thorne! 📖]
November 19, 2025
ARC Review
4 ⭐️ 5🌶
Our Monstrous Hearts is a horror romance, following Cassandra, who unfortunately has not had the best life and marriage. Broken and abused, she cries for help, unknowingly calling out for the monster obsessed with her.
Guys I really do like horror romance and it is here to stay😍 I was surprised to see how short it was because I want more! I knew their tropes were exactly what I liked and after the recent uptick of gothic horror movies, I was still riding that high when I came across Our Monstrous Hearts.
There is just something about a monster not being the Monstrous being in a book that has me smiling because I love that narrative so much. The feminine rage I felt for Cassandra and the way she took charge on her own had me healing. Izcacus being the number 1 cheerleader and support for her has me swooning. Because what do you mean the "monster" has more respect to ask for consent than a human man?! The same monster who respects her choice over her own body? ID CHOOSE THE MONSTER.
The quotes in this book had me reeling as well. The writing is poetic and has me highlighting the entire book. I mean, "she is the breath that sustains my wretched body," ? I fear that raised my expectations for real men😂😍
Thank you so much to the author for the opportunity to read this as an ARC! All my thoughts and opinions are my own and left voluntarily.
4 ⭐️ 5🌶
Our Monstrous Hearts is a horror romance, following Cassandra, who unfortunately has not had the best life and marriage. Broken and abused, she cries for help, unknowingly calling out for the monster obsessed with her.
Guys I really do like horror romance and it is here to stay😍 I was surprised to see how short it was because I want more! I knew their tropes were exactly what I liked and after the recent uptick of gothic horror movies, I was still riding that high when I came across Our Monstrous Hearts.
There is just something about a monster not being the Monstrous being in a book that has me smiling because I love that narrative so much. The feminine rage I felt for Cassandra and the way she took charge on her own had me healing. Izcacus being the number 1 cheerleader and support for her has me swooning. Because what do you mean the "monster" has more respect to ask for consent than a human man?! The same monster who respects her choice over her own body? ID CHOOSE THE MONSTER.
The quotes in this book had me reeling as well. The writing is poetic and has me highlighting the entire book. I mean, "she is the breath that sustains my wretched body," ? I fear that raised my expectations for real men😂😍
Thank you so much to the author for the opportunity to read this as an ARC! All my thoughts and opinions are my own and left voluntarily.
January 5, 2026
Holy, they in fact bounced on it crazy style. (This is a reference to the dedication, it is iconic).
📖 Our Monstrous Hearts by Delilah Thorne
⭐ 4/5 — thank you so much for my copy of this novel! 🎁 #giftedcopy
⚠️ Check trigger warnings & content list for this novella! :)
TROPES ✨ —
- Dark Romance 🩸
- Unconventional Happy Ending 🌑
- Monster MMC x Broken Badass ❤️🩹
REVIEW 📝 —
Hey, so basically, I'm a fan page for Delilah Thorne, who is an OG favorite Bookstagrammer friend of mine and one of the coolest people out there. And she wrote a WHOLE novella! She's so cool.
This was such a crazy (in the best way possible) read and super fast-paced. It was a lot of fun, and I must admit, my jaw was dropped for half the time reading this novel. I liked the characters and thought they represented a lot of morally grey motifs, which is to be expected in a dark novella such as this one.
What really makes me excited for the rest of Thorne's author journey is that her writing is absolutely delectable (Much like Cassandra was to the monster... Hehe!) I loved how descriptive Thorne's writing is, and it just was the icing on the cake for me.
I'm so excited for more books by Thorne, and definitely recommend this if you want something HIGHLY unconventional and a little crazy, and a whole lot of fun + spice.
📖 Our Monstrous Hearts by Delilah Thorne
⭐ 4/5 — thank you so much for my copy of this novel! 🎁 #giftedcopy
⚠️ Check trigger warnings & content list for this novella! :)
TROPES ✨ —
- Dark Romance 🩸
- Unconventional Happy Ending 🌑
- Monster MMC x Broken Badass ❤️🩹
REVIEW 📝 —
Hey, so basically, I'm a fan page for Delilah Thorne, who is an OG favorite Bookstagrammer friend of mine and one of the coolest people out there. And she wrote a WHOLE novella! She's so cool.
This was such a crazy (in the best way possible) read and super fast-paced. It was a lot of fun, and I must admit, my jaw was dropped for half the time reading this novel. I liked the characters and thought they represented a lot of morally grey motifs, which is to be expected in a dark novella such as this one.
What really makes me excited for the rest of Thorne's author journey is that her writing is absolutely delectable (Much like Cassandra was to the monster... Hehe!) I loved how descriptive Thorne's writing is, and it just was the icing on the cake for me.
I'm so excited for more books by Thorne, and definitely recommend this if you want something HIGHLY unconventional and a little crazy, and a whole lot of fun + spice.
January 17, 2026
What happens when an abused wife meets a creature of the undead?
This book is not quite what I expected. I knew it was going to be a hearty mix of feminine aggression and gruesome horror, but Delilah went above and beyond on both counts.
This story follows Cassandra, a sorely abused wife who desperately wants to leave her life. In comes everyone's favourite vampire legend and he is absolutely ready to do anything Cassandra wants to help her F*&k THINGS UP.
I did thoroughly enjoy Cassandra becoming essentially a new person and completely messing with the town. There is some essential backstory missing, but on a story this long I can live without it - I did also like the ending even if it didn't really make a lot of sense.
The gore was certainly on the *ahem* risqué side of things. There was what I can only call a 'menstrual' scene that made me gag a little and I quickly skipped on through to the next chapter.
Overall, I did enjoy reading this. Its a short and spicy story with some 'interesting' characters.
Massive thank you to Delilah for letting me get my paws on this ahead of release.
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This book is not quite what I expected. I knew it was going to be a hearty mix of feminine aggression and gruesome horror, but Delilah went above and beyond on both counts.
This story follows Cassandra, a sorely abused wife who desperately wants to leave her life. In comes everyone's favourite vampire legend and he is absolutely ready to do anything Cassandra wants to help her F*&k THINGS UP.
I did thoroughly enjoy Cassandra becoming essentially a new person and completely messing with the town. There is some essential backstory missing, but on a story this long I can live without it - I did also like the ending even if it didn't really make a lot of sense.
The gore was certainly on the *ahem* risqué side of things. There was what I can only call a 'menstrual' scene that made me gag a little and I quickly skipped on through to the next chapter.
Overall, I did enjoy reading this. Its a short and spicy story with some 'interesting' characters.
Massive thank you to Delilah for letting me get my paws on this ahead of release.
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November 16, 2025
✨ Review – Our Monstrous Hearts by Delilah Thorne ✨
Our Monstrous Hearts sank its claws into me from the first chapter and did. not. let. go. This book is raw, unsettling, atmospheric, and completely addictive in that “why am I terrified and swooning at the same time?” kind of way.
Delilah Thorne blends horror, dark fantasy, obsession, and monstrous romance so seamlessly that I’m still thinking about the tension, the blood-soaked beauty, and the way every scene felt like standing on the edge of something dangerous.
The characters? Unhinged in all the right ways. Broken, sharp, feral, and hauntingly compelling. The dynamic between them is intoxicating—equal parts fear, fascination, and forbidden pull. I LIVE for relationships that feel doomed but inevitable, and this book serves that flavour on a silver platter.
The atmosphere is incredible—dark forests, unsettling magic, that creeping sense of dread… but also moments of softness that make you question whether the monsters are monsters at all.
I’m obsessed. Completely obsessed. This is the kind of story that crawls under your skin and stays there.
This is perfect for readers who want their romance twisted, bloody 👀, and beautifully monstrous.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ / 5
Our Monstrous Hearts sank its claws into me from the first chapter and did. not. let. go. This book is raw, unsettling, atmospheric, and completely addictive in that “why am I terrified and swooning at the same time?” kind of way.
Delilah Thorne blends horror, dark fantasy, obsession, and monstrous romance so seamlessly that I’m still thinking about the tension, the blood-soaked beauty, and the way every scene felt like standing on the edge of something dangerous.
The characters? Unhinged in all the right ways. Broken, sharp, feral, and hauntingly compelling. The dynamic between them is intoxicating—equal parts fear, fascination, and forbidden pull. I LIVE for relationships that feel doomed but inevitable, and this book serves that flavour on a silver platter.
The atmosphere is incredible—dark forests, unsettling magic, that creeping sense of dread… but also moments of softness that make you question whether the monsters are monsters at all.
I’m obsessed. Completely obsessed. This is the kind of story that crawls under your skin and stays there.
This is perfect for readers who want their romance twisted, bloody 👀, and beautifully monstrous.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ / 5
November 24, 2025
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 (4.25/5)
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
If you treat trigger warnings like a shopping list, have I got a book for you. This novella packs horror, romance, and erotica into a little over 120 pages, and you’ll end up wanting more by the time you hit the last page. I read it in one sitting and enjoyed just about every second of it.
We follow Cassandra, who is living in a waking nightmare, let down by every person in her life who should love and cherish her. When she crosses paths with the Monster, she finally learns her worth and is worshiped like a goddess. When the reckoning comes, it’s incredibly satisfying to watch her feminine rage unleashed.
Let’s be for real here: this is monster erotica with plenty of spice, and I absolutely adored it. The Monster is a vampyre with more Nosferatu allure than Edward Cullen. He unapologetically eats people but worships Cassandra instantly. Their relationship accelerates quickly because of the novella length, and I found myself craving even more time with them.
If you’re looking for a quick, smutty monster romance stuffed with content warnings, give Our Monstrous Hearts a read.
Thank you to Tales & Teacups and Delilah Thorne for the eARC. All opinions are my own.
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
If you treat trigger warnings like a shopping list, have I got a book for you. This novella packs horror, romance, and erotica into a little over 120 pages, and you’ll end up wanting more by the time you hit the last page. I read it in one sitting and enjoyed just about every second of it.
We follow Cassandra, who is living in a waking nightmare, let down by every person in her life who should love and cherish her. When she crosses paths with the Monster, she finally learns her worth and is worshiped like a goddess. When the reckoning comes, it’s incredibly satisfying to watch her feminine rage unleashed.
Let’s be for real here: this is monster erotica with plenty of spice, and I absolutely adored it. The Monster is a vampyre with more Nosferatu allure than Edward Cullen. He unapologetically eats people but worships Cassandra instantly. Their relationship accelerates quickly because of the novella length, and I found myself craving even more time with them.
If you’re looking for a quick, smutty monster romance stuffed with content warnings, give Our Monstrous Hearts a read.
Thank you to Tales & Teacups and Delilah Thorne for the eARC. All opinions are my own.
December 21, 2025
🚨 Please check the triggers 🚨
This is perfect for fans of old school horror and those who grew up on vampire novels. It has all those creepy feels and paints some very vivid pictures. If you love your monsters more monster than man, dive in!
Cassie has had the absolute worst life. She somehow endures and is finally released from her terrible marriage and living conditions by the monster of Rose Falls.
The Monster, Izcacus, noticed his beautiful prize in the forest late one night after he sees her being….hurt. She brings a protectiveness out in him he long thought dead. His humanity starts to come back, this tiny human woman brought the man out of the monster.
Of course Cassie is initially unsure of her new place in Izcacus life, old insecurities come racing forward. She needs closure and Izcacus provides that for her. And then, her feminine rage comes out full force. She immediately leans into her new life and becomes the beast she was meant to be.
Izcacus worships Cassie and treats her better than her husband or parents ever did. She is his focus, her desires, her pleasure, her happiness. She completes him.
Their new family and dynamic is a whole new experience for both of them.
This is perfect for fans of old school horror and those who grew up on vampire novels. It has all those creepy feels and paints some very vivid pictures. If you love your monsters more monster than man, dive in!
Cassie has had the absolute worst life. She somehow endures and is finally released from her terrible marriage and living conditions by the monster of Rose Falls.
The Monster, Izcacus, noticed his beautiful prize in the forest late one night after he sees her being….hurt. She brings a protectiveness out in him he long thought dead. His humanity starts to come back, this tiny human woman brought the man out of the monster.
Of course Cassie is initially unsure of her new place in Izcacus life, old insecurities come racing forward. She needs closure and Izcacus provides that for her. And then, her feminine rage comes out full force. She immediately leans into her new life and becomes the beast she was meant to be.
Izcacus worships Cassie and treats her better than her husband or parents ever did. She is his focus, her desires, her pleasure, her happiness. She completes him.
Their new family and dynamic is a whole new experience for both of them.
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