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Chains of Obsession
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Expected 3 Dec 25They were each other's ruin—and each other's salvation.
I built my empire with blood, sweat, and ruthless precision. Power and control are the chains that kept the darkness inside me locked away.
Until her.
The moment I saw her dancing under the neon haze, wearing the one thing tied to everything I’ve fought to bury, awoke something dangerous inside me. Something that’s been dormant for a long time.
An old obsession.
A hunger.
She’s everything I should resist—strong, confident, and breathtaking.
Pure intoxication.
Yet, she’s the one thing I can’t stop craving.
But she hides behind a mask.
She carries secrets, and I’m determined to uncover every single one.
Nothing will stand in my way.
Not her lies.
Not her walls or resistance.
Not even Camila herself.
Chains of Obsession is a Stripper x Businessman Dark Romance, the first book in an interconnected standalone series. Camila and Xander meet by coincidence one night, and Xander becomes instantly obsessed. Camila has to navigate her way around her old life catching up to her and Xander’s obsession. Chains of Obsession is packed with mutual healing. Ideal for lovers of Dark Romance, Crime, Mafia, and Billionaire Romance.
I built my empire with blood, sweat, and ruthless precision. Power and control are the chains that kept the darkness inside me locked away.
Until her.
The moment I saw her dancing under the neon haze, wearing the one thing tied to everything I’ve fought to bury, awoke something dangerous inside me. Something that’s been dormant for a long time.
An old obsession.
A hunger.
She’s everything I should resist—strong, confident, and breathtaking.
Pure intoxication.
Yet, she’s the one thing I can’t stop craving.
But she hides behind a mask.
She carries secrets, and I’m determined to uncover every single one.
Nothing will stand in my way.
Not her lies.
Not her walls or resistance.
Not even Camila herself.
Chains of Obsession is a Stripper x Businessman Dark Romance, the first book in an interconnected standalone series. Camila and Xander meet by coincidence one night, and Xander becomes instantly obsessed. Camila has to navigate her way around her old life catching up to her and Xander’s obsession. Chains of Obsession is packed with mutual healing. Ideal for lovers of Dark Romance, Crime, Mafia, and Billionaire Romance.
396 pages, Paperback
Expected publication December 3, 2025
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About the author
Evie Wynters
1 book6 followersEvie is a dark romance author living in the UK with her small family.
She started writing at a young age, and if she’s not writing, she’s most likely reading,
watching paranormal investigations, or playing Call of Duty... but mostly writing.
She loves anything dark, paranormal, and taboo, and that’s exactly what you’ll And within
her pages.
She includes a piece of herself in every one of her characters. And though she may put
them through hell sometimes, she makes up for it with her HEAs.
She started writing at a young age, and if she’s not writing, she’s most likely reading,
watching paranormal investigations, or playing Call of Duty... but mostly writing.
She loves anything dark, paranormal, and taboo, and that’s exactly what you’ll And within
her pages.
She includes a piece of herself in every one of her characters. And though she may put
them through hell sometimes, she makes up for it with her HEAs.
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November 29, 2025
5⭐️ A LOVE STORY THAT HEALS. PHENOMENAL. COMPLETELY STUNNING.
Everything about this was utter perfection. One of my favourite reads of the year. One of my 10 before it ends.
2 wounded souls, 2 hearts carrying more scars than they admit. He loves her in the only way he knows how. She wanted to be seen & cherished the way she deserves.
It only took 1 night, 1 dance & 1 moment for it all to unravel.
The love between Xander & Camila is intense yet soft. Desperate but honest. Wild & freeing. I fell in love with their love. I cried for their love 🥺
It’s written in a way that reaches straight into your heart & pulls every emotion to the surface. You feel every beat of their story, every layer of their love.
What I love most about this is how they see & love the parts of each other that were taught to them as damaged & unlovable. They love each other the way they needed to be loved.
I felt parts of myself healing with them. This story is packed with emotion, tension, spice & purpose. If it teaches you anything, it’s that everyone deserves to heal.
Everything about this was utter perfection. One of my favourite reads of the year. One of my 10 before it ends.
2 wounded souls, 2 hearts carrying more scars than they admit. He loves her in the only way he knows how. She wanted to be seen & cherished the way she deserves.
It only took 1 night, 1 dance & 1 moment for it all to unravel.
The love between Xander & Camila is intense yet soft. Desperate but honest. Wild & freeing. I fell in love with their love. I cried for their love 🥺
It’s written in a way that reaches straight into your heart & pulls every emotion to the surface. You feel every beat of their story, every layer of their love.
What I love most about this is how they see & love the parts of each other that were taught to them as damaged & unlovable. They love each other the way they needed to be loved.
I felt parts of myself healing with them. This story is packed with emotion, tension, spice & purpose. If it teaches you anything, it’s that everyone deserves to heal.
November 22, 2025
This book had me the moment I saw Stripper x Criminal. I fully judged the cover when I signed up for this ARC…no regrets, because wow, it hooked me instantly.
It’s the perfect blend of laugh-out-loud moments, tension, passion, and drama.
From start to finish, it pulls you in and refuses to let go. I loved every second of it!
It’s the perfect blend of laugh-out-loud moments, tension, passion, and drama.
From start to finish, it pulls you in and refuses to let go. I loved every second of it!
November 26, 2025
Who doesn’t love a man who becomes obsessed upon first glance? Xander lays his eyes on Camila one time and is hooked. I would definitely say it goes both ways. She was distracted by while dancing. Did I mention she was a stripper? And he owns the club! Our girl has been through some trauma, she also has a jerk of an ex that won’t leave her alone. Xander also has some issues. This man is on a new level of obsession. Light spoiler: He damages her car and buys her a new one. I’m mean crazy, but I like it. Camila is trying not to give him the time of day but there is an electric current that pulls them together. Our girl has some spunk. She lets him know you will not control me but he’s said for now. Xander is unhinged when it comes to Camila. This unhingedness has his friend/brother/business partner Jac worried for him. So he is a bit wary of Camila. When it comes to Camila people better keep their hands and eyes to themselves because they die or be blinded. Now we talked about Camila’s ex Luke, bad man she ran. He may be catching up and causing problems for Xander and Jac. Friends word of advice never send a man to do a woman’s job. We get to meet a bada** named Nova that let’s these boys know she is the one. I almost forgot to tell you about Xander and Jac’s assistant, Penelope. She is trying to get her claws into Xander. Miss mama Camila nipped that in the butt. She said “Chop chop bitch”! Best line of the book!! We had some spice in here. All I’m going to tell you is there is belt and gun, let your imagination shine. Y’all know what happens next, mess. It’s going down. When I tell you my head was on swivel for the last like 30 percent of the book I mean it. There was definitely some twist I did not see coming. I was kept on my toes. Camila is a bada** and Xander is that guy. From start to finish the story paced along pretty well. I will say I wish these two would have talked more at times because it would have saved us some trouble but they got it together. Xander and Camila were destined to be together. They healed each other traumas and created new memories to replace the bad ones. It was beautiful. This was a great story.
November 28, 2025
Dark romance with obsession, trauma, heartbreak, love, touch her and die, funny, and emotional read. I enjoyed this book immensely.
Xander and Camila went through a lot of trauma. Xander's trauma coming from his childhood. We get flashbacks to his heartbreaking childhood and him learning about his "obsessive" tendencies. Losing both parents in very different ways had shaped him. But he has his best friend Jac there to help him along the way. Camila's coming from later in life. She is on the run from her abusive ex. There are also flashbacks to her story which is very haunting.
Xander only layed eyes on Camila one time to know that she was everything that he needed. His obsession takes over and he just puts himself into her life. Camila was taken a back when she saw Xander notice her. She tried to keep Xander away with the boss-employee conduct but Xander was not having that. He made sure that he was needed by her. I mean, what's the big deal if he destroys her car so he can rescue her and get her a new one? I mean that screams love to me LOL. I do love a good morally gray MMC. Xander is there for Camila when her ex is trying to seek vengeance from her. We get put into a world of drug running and mafia being put together by chance. The twists and turns in this book kept me captivated while reading this.
Xander needs control in life to function and Camila needs her independence after everything. Knowing these two things, how can this couple work? Evie wrote this portion well. It was emotional with these two trying to open up to each other. I loved reading this in depth knowledge of them. The chemistry was off the charts with these two.
There are great side characters in this book that I cannot wait to see more of in the future.
Xander and Camila went through a lot of trauma. Xander's trauma coming from his childhood. We get flashbacks to his heartbreaking childhood and him learning about his "obsessive" tendencies. Losing both parents in very different ways had shaped him. But he has his best friend Jac there to help him along the way. Camila's coming from later in life. She is on the run from her abusive ex. There are also flashbacks to her story which is very haunting.
Xander only layed eyes on Camila one time to know that she was everything that he needed. His obsession takes over and he just puts himself into her life. Camila was taken a back when she saw Xander notice her. She tried to keep Xander away with the boss-employee conduct but Xander was not having that. He made sure that he was needed by her. I mean, what's the big deal if he destroys her car so he can rescue her and get her a new one? I mean that screams love to me LOL. I do love a good morally gray MMC. Xander is there for Camila when her ex is trying to seek vengeance from her. We get put into a world of drug running and mafia being put together by chance. The twists and turns in this book kept me captivated while reading this.
Xander needs control in life to function and Camila needs her independence after everything. Knowing these two things, how can this couple work? Evie wrote this portion well. It was emotional with these two trying to open up to each other. I loved reading this in depth knowledge of them. The chemistry was off the charts with these two.
There are great side characters in this book that I cannot wait to see more of in the future.
November 25, 2025
This follows Camilla and Xander and… oh my god, what a ride.
Camilla is an exotic dancer with a haunted past, hiding from an ex I wanted to hit with a wooden chair from page one—and honestly, it only got worse the more I learned about him. Xander owns the club but rarely steps inside, until fate puts him there on the night she’s dancing. The moment he sees her, he is obsessed. And not in the standard dark-romance way—his genuine obsessive tendencies take over, and he starts inserting himself into her life. It’s not healthy, and he knows it, but the compulsion is stronger than his logic.
The flashbacks to Xander’s childhood were heartbreaking and eye-opening. Paired with Camilla’s memories of her life with her ex, you really feel how broken and vulnerable both of them are.
There’s also a fantastic subplot involving drug running and the Italian mafia. Even without the romance, I would’ve been hooked—the plot was brilliant, the twists genuinely surprised me, and watching both Xander and Camilla grow throughout the story was incredibly satisfying.
And the spice… Oh. My. God.
Chapters 36, 39, 41, and 51 will live rent-free in my brain forever. The commanding “Good Girl”? I was absolutely a goner.
Jac was another standout, and I really hope we get his story. Nova and Axel were great additions too—I definitely want more of them in future books.
Also, that last 30% had me crying. The heartbreak, the emotion, the absolute rollercoaster of it all—just phenomenal.
Solid 5/5 from me, and a strong 4 on the chilli scale.
Camilla is an exotic dancer with a haunted past, hiding from an ex I wanted to hit with a wooden chair from page one—and honestly, it only got worse the more I learned about him. Xander owns the club but rarely steps inside, until fate puts him there on the night she’s dancing. The moment he sees her, he is obsessed. And not in the standard dark-romance way—his genuine obsessive tendencies take over, and he starts inserting himself into her life. It’s not healthy, and he knows it, but the compulsion is stronger than his logic.
The flashbacks to Xander’s childhood were heartbreaking and eye-opening. Paired with Camilla’s memories of her life with her ex, you really feel how broken and vulnerable both of them are.
There’s also a fantastic subplot involving drug running and the Italian mafia. Even without the romance, I would’ve been hooked—the plot was brilliant, the twists genuinely surprised me, and watching both Xander and Camilla grow throughout the story was incredibly satisfying.
And the spice… Oh. My. God.
Chapters 36, 39, 41, and 51 will live rent-free in my brain forever. The commanding “Good Girl”? I was absolutely a goner.
Jac was another standout, and I really hope we get his story. Nova and Axel were great additions too—I definitely want more of them in future books.
Also, that last 30% had me crying. The heartbreak, the emotion, the absolute rollercoaster of it all—just phenomenal.
Solid 5/5 from me, and a strong 4 on the chilli scale.
November 28, 2025
Camilla has spent the past 2 years running from the man who took everything from her. Determined to one day open her own dance studio, she has been stripping in a high end club in the city, while hoping that the text messages she keeps receiving don’t mean her ex is getting closer. One night, while on stage, she makes eye contact with a man sitting in the VIP section, only to realize he is one of the owners of the club.
Xander hides a dark past, but has built his empire on power and control. While he has owned a strip club for years, he rarely sets foot into the building, but when he is forced to attend a meeting in the club, he is immediately distracted by a dancer in green. Despite his best efforts, his interest quickly turns into obsession, and he will stop at nothing to have her.
I received an early copy of this book from Ever After PR and really enjoyed it. I loved how both Camilla and Xander come from darkness, yet somehow manage to quiet each others’ demons. While their love is certainly not typical, it is true, and they show this by constantly choosing the other, time and time again. This book had so many twists in the last 100 pages that it kept me on the edge of my seat, and I can’t wait to see what will happen with Jac’s story, cause I know it’ll be a good one.
Xander hides a dark past, but has built his empire on power and control. While he has owned a strip club for years, he rarely sets foot into the building, but when he is forced to attend a meeting in the club, he is immediately distracted by a dancer in green. Despite his best efforts, his interest quickly turns into obsession, and he will stop at nothing to have her.
I received an early copy of this book from Ever After PR and really enjoyed it. I loved how both Camilla and Xander come from darkness, yet somehow manage to quiet each others’ demons. While their love is certainly not typical, it is true, and they show this by constantly choosing the other, time and time again. This book had so many twists in the last 100 pages that it kept me on the edge of my seat, and I can’t wait to see what will happen with Jac’s story, cause I know it’ll be a good one.
November 30, 2025
Chains of Obsession by Evie Wynters is her debut book and book one of The Chained Series. This is a Dark Billionaire Romance following Xander Warren and Camila Wilder 🚩This is for readers 18 years and/or older as it has mature content and not suitable for underage readers. There are dark themes that can be triggering so please check out the content warning before you dive in 🚩
My thoughts 💭
I love dark billionaire romances, make it a debut dark billionaire romance novel that ticks all the boxes that my dark little heart loves and I 👏🏼am 👏🏼here 👏🏼 for 👏🏼 it. Evie Wynters did the damn thing! There’s mental health rep, trauma, violence, spice, murder, money, and a stripper pole!! This is such a great read, I loved it so much and I cannot wait to read her future books because I am an instant fan.
Xanders obsession is overwhelming, yes, however when someone doesn’t know how to express love like him and uses his obsession as a way to express his love I cannot help but appreciate it. Camila has been through so much in a short life so to get the love and attention so fast from Xander, it’s understandable why she kept her walls up. And the plot twist….sooooo good. I 100% recommend this book and cannot wait for more from Evie Wynters.
✨I would like to thank author Evie Wynters and Ever After Pr, for the opportunity to read and review Chains of Obsession.
My thoughts 💭
I love dark billionaire romances, make it a debut dark billionaire romance novel that ticks all the boxes that my dark little heart loves and I 👏🏼am 👏🏼here 👏🏼 for 👏🏼 it. Evie Wynters did the damn thing! There’s mental health rep, trauma, violence, spice, murder, money, and a stripper pole!! This is such a great read, I loved it so much and I cannot wait to read her future books because I am an instant fan.
Xanders obsession is overwhelming, yes, however when someone doesn’t know how to express love like him and uses his obsession as a way to express his love I cannot help but appreciate it. Camila has been through so much in a short life so to get the love and attention so fast from Xander, it’s understandable why she kept her walls up. And the plot twist….sooooo good. I 100% recommend this book and cannot wait for more from Evie Wynters.
✨I would like to thank author Evie Wynters and Ever After Pr, for the opportunity to read and review Chains of Obsession.
November 30, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️.5
📖 : Chains Of Obsession
First book from The Chained series
If obsessive, unhinged men are your jam, Xander is about to become your new personality trait. One look at Camila on that stage and he’s DONE—and yes, she feels it too, even while trying to act unbothered. 💃🏽🔥
Camila’s dealing with trauma and an ex who won’t stay gone. Xander has his own damage, and when it comes to her ? He’s chaotic, intense, and completely gone. This man literally destroys her car and shows up with a replacement like it’s normal behavior. 🚗💥➡️🚘
Camila holds her ground though—she’s fiery, bold, and refuses to be controlled. Jac, Xander’s partner/brother figure, is nervous because Xander’s obsession is reaching “sir, breathe” levels. Meanwhile Luke, the ex, is stirring up danger… until NOVA arrives and proves she’s the real powerhouse here. 💥👑
We also get the assistant who tried to slide in on Xander—Camila shut that down with one legendary line that had me howling. 💅🏽✨
And yes… the spice ? Wild. A belt. A gun. Use your imagination. 🔥😏
The final stretch was pure chaos—in the best way. Twists flying everywhere, danger around every corner, and emotions running high. By the end, their connection feels earned, powerful, and impossible to break. It’s the kind of ride that leaves you breathless and ready for more. ⚡❤️🔥📖
🌶️🌶️🌶️.5
📖 : Chains Of Obsession
First book from The Chained series
If obsessive, unhinged men are your jam, Xander is about to become your new personality trait. One look at Camila on that stage and he’s DONE—and yes, she feels it too, even while trying to act unbothered. 💃🏽🔥
Camila’s dealing with trauma and an ex who won’t stay gone. Xander has his own damage, and when it comes to her ? He’s chaotic, intense, and completely gone. This man literally destroys her car and shows up with a replacement like it’s normal behavior. 🚗💥➡️🚘
Camila holds her ground though—she’s fiery, bold, and refuses to be controlled. Jac, Xander’s partner/brother figure, is nervous because Xander’s obsession is reaching “sir, breathe” levels. Meanwhile Luke, the ex, is stirring up danger… until NOVA arrives and proves she’s the real powerhouse here. 💥👑
We also get the assistant who tried to slide in on Xander—Camila shut that down with one legendary line that had me howling. 💅🏽✨
And yes… the spice ? Wild. A belt. A gun. Use your imagination. 🔥😏
The final stretch was pure chaos—in the best way. Twists flying everywhere, danger around every corner, and emotions running high. By the end, their connection feels earned, powerful, and impossible to break. It’s the kind of ride that leaves you breathless and ready for more. ⚡❤️🔥📖
December 1, 2025
Camila Wilder je mladá tanečnica v nočnom klube, ktorý spolu s bratom vlastní mafián Alexander Warren. Keď v jeden večer Xander uvidí Camilu tancovať, učaruje mu. Dokonca až tak, že je ňou posadnutý a chce ju za každú cenu mať. Camila, ktorá si prešla peklom, sa Xanderovej zvláštnej náklonnosti spočiatku bráni, no dlho jej odolávať nedokáže. Obzvlášť, keď v Alexandrovej prítomnosti začína prekonávať svoju minulosť. A platí to aj naopak - Xander sa tiež otvorí a prezradí svoje najtemnejšie životné zážitky. No kostlivci v skrini nezostanú v tej skrini navždy.
Ak ste fanúšikmi dark romance, toto je presne kniha pre vás. Je temná, ale nie príliš - niečo medzi Habibi/Candy od Baji Dolce a Hunting Adeline of H. D. Carlton. Ak so žánrom začínate, možno je na začiatok toto tá pravá kniha. Chains of Obsession je autorkin debut (ja som ho dostala ako ARC) a je doslova nadupaný všetkými obľ��benými trópmi. Kniha je plná zvratov a nečakaných rozuzlení, takže vás bude držať v napätí až do konca. Číta sa naozaj ľahko a relatívne rýchlo (aj napriek tomu, že má 500 strán). Skoky v deji sú minimálne a nikdy nemáte pocit, že by vám niečo uniklo. Aj napriek tomu, že kniha obsahuje kostrbaté pasáže, nemám voči tomuto debutu žiadne výhrady. Končí happy endom!
Kniha vychádza už o 2 dni a je prvá v sérii.
Ak ste fanúšikmi dark romance, toto je presne kniha pre vás. Je temná, ale nie príliš - niečo medzi Habibi/Candy od Baji Dolce a Hunting Adeline of H. D. Carlton. Ak so žánrom začínate, možno je na začiatok toto tá pravá kniha. Chains of Obsession je autorkin debut (ja som ho dostala ako ARC) a je doslova nadupaný všetkými obľ��benými trópmi. Kniha je plná zvratov a nečakaných rozuzlení, takže vás bude držať v napätí až do konca. Číta sa naozaj ľahko a relatívne rýchlo (aj napriek tomu, že má 500 strán). Skoky v deji sú minimálne a nikdy nemáte pocit, že by vám niečo uniklo. Aj napriek tomu, že kniha obsahuje kostrbaté pasáže, nemám voči tomuto debutu žiadne výhrady. Končí happy endom!
Kniha vychádza už o 2 dni a je prvá v sérii.
November 25, 2025
there are tears streaming down my face right now, BECAUSE HOW COULD YOU DO THIS TO US! I was bawling my eyes out, because this book made me so insanely emotional and was so angsty. The plot started out like very typical dark romance style, The boss of a club becomes obsessed with one of his dancers. And obviously he will go to insane lengths to get her! But there’s many obstacles that stand in their way, mainly her toxic ex who’s coming after her. The plot was PLOTTING, it was so intense and I could not put this book down. Up until the very end I was glued to my kindle. And my gosh the trauma! In this book, both MCs have been through major trauma and they manifest it in different ways. He’s obsessive and feels the need to control things all the time, while she’s flighty and scared. They hurt each other but they’re also exactly what they need.
Xander, my poor baby has been through so much and I will NEVER SEE the colour green the same way EVER AGAIN. The CHOKEHOLD this book has on me right now, I don’t think I can start another book because my brain has exploded. I loved loved loved super triple loved this book so much and for the dark romance girlies, it’s gonna destroy you, but read it anyway. Easily a 6/5
Xander, my poor baby has been through so much and I will NEVER SEE the colour green the same way EVER AGAIN. The CHOKEHOLD this book has on me right now, I don’t think I can start another book because my brain has exploded. I loved loved loved super triple loved this book so much and for the dark romance girlies, it’s gonna destroy you, but read it anyway. Easily a 6/5
November 29, 2025
If you love your dark romance with a morally grey edge and an MMC who will not be told no, Chains of Obsession delivers that and more.
We follow Xander—who lives his life toeing (and often crossing) the line of legality. He runs a strip club as a cover for everything he shouldn’t be doing… but never actually steps foot inside. That is, until one single meeting brings him through the doors on the exact night Camila takes the stage. From the second he sees her, something in him snaps into place. His fascination becomes obsession, and he’ll do anything to get close to her.
Camila, though, has already lived through the nightmare of being controlled. She’s determined to stand on her own, guarded and unwilling to lose herself again—no matter how magnetic Xander’s intensity is. As they circle each other, their pasts threaten to smother any chance at something real. But fate (and Xander’s persistence) refuses to loosen its grip.
This story is fast-paced, packed with action, and laced with the perfect amount of spice. Dark, gritty, and addictive—Evie Wynters knows how to pull you into the shadows and keep you hooked.
If you want an obsessive MMC, a strong heroine fighting for her freedom, and a plot that never lets up, this one will absolutely satisfy.
We follow Xander—who lives his life toeing (and often crossing) the line of legality. He runs a strip club as a cover for everything he shouldn’t be doing… but never actually steps foot inside. That is, until one single meeting brings him through the doors on the exact night Camila takes the stage. From the second he sees her, something in him snaps into place. His fascination becomes obsession, and he’ll do anything to get close to her.
Camila, though, has already lived through the nightmare of being controlled. She’s determined to stand on her own, guarded and unwilling to lose herself again—no matter how magnetic Xander’s intensity is. As they circle each other, their pasts threaten to smother any chance at something real. But fate (and Xander’s persistence) refuses to loosen its grip.
This story is fast-paced, packed with action, and laced with the perfect amount of spice. Dark, gritty, and addictive—Evie Wynters knows how to pull you into the shadows and keep you hooked.
If you want an obsessive MMC, a strong heroine fighting for her freedom, and a plot that never lets up, this one will absolutely satisfy.
November 23, 2025
I fluctuate between 3-4 stars for this book. The beginning immediately gripped me as soon as I started reading. The flashbacks were interesting and the first time Xander sees Camila was absolutely electric.
The last 75% of the book brought out the water works. The drama, the pain, and the plot made me feel all the emotions and made me cry. That emotion it invoked is why I want to give it 4🌟.
What makes me say 3🌟 is the middle of the book. The back and forth between Xander and Camila often felt repetitive. It often felt like Camila jumped to conclusions and reacted brashly. And a lot of that could have been fixed if they were both better at communicating with each other.
Despite the repetition and miscommunication, I did enjoy Xander and Camila’s story. There was so much yearning, growth, and tons of slow burn that led to the perfect amount of spice!
I recommend this book if you love an emotional and dark billionaire, mafia romance where the MMC is obsessed with the FMC right from the start💚
The last 75% of the book brought out the water works. The drama, the pain, and the plot made me feel all the emotions and made me cry. That emotion it invoked is why I want to give it 4🌟.
What makes me say 3🌟 is the middle of the book. The back and forth between Xander and Camila often felt repetitive. It often felt like Camila jumped to conclusions and reacted brashly. And a lot of that could have been fixed if they were both better at communicating with each other.
Despite the repetition and miscommunication, I did enjoy Xander and Camila’s story. There was so much yearning, growth, and tons of slow burn that led to the perfect amount of spice!
I recommend this book if you love an emotional and dark billionaire, mafia romance where the MMC is obsessed with the FMC right from the start💚
November 24, 2025
I had the honor of receiving an ARC for this book and I am so happy I did! This book was so good I wish I could read it for the first time again. I stayed up till midnight just reading this book and it was worth every minute!
The way that Xander loves Camila is like nothing I have read before. Sure I have read possessive and obsessed MMCs before but Xander takes the cake on being my favorite. He not only love Camila so strongly but he made her feel safe again. After everything she went through with Luke, she deserves to find someone who loves her for herself and someone who will protect her and she found that with Xander.
I even love how Camille and Jacques became close after everything as well. Having two brothers at your side is something that I love to see and read. If you need a book that will take you out of a reading slump, make you feel all the emotions, and a book that has you up all night reading then I completely recommend this book to you but make sure to check your trigger warnings!!
Happy reading!
The way that Xander loves Camila is like nothing I have read before. Sure I have read possessive and obsessed MMCs before but Xander takes the cake on being my favorite. He not only love Camila so strongly but he made her feel safe again. After everything she went through with Luke, she deserves to find someone who loves her for herself and someone who will protect her and she found that with Xander.
I even love how Camille and Jacques became close after everything as well. Having two brothers at your side is something that I love to see and read. If you need a book that will take you out of a reading slump, make you feel all the emotions, and a book that has you up all night reading then I completely recommend this book to you but make sure to check your trigger warnings!!
Happy reading!
November 28, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
🌶️🌶️🌶️
Thank you so much for the ARC @authoreviewynters and @everafter.pr - I adored chains of obsession!!!! It was so good.
Don’t we all just love a MMC who is completely obsessed with a FMC to the extent that he might just stalk a little bit (to make sure she is safe and get to know her as much as he can 🤪) and a FMC who is strong, tough and is full of opinion and comments. You guessed it Chains of Obsession has both and Xander and Camila are brilliant!!!
Add in the fact that Xander is involved in organised crime, the book has amazing side characters oh and there is a cute cat side kick and you just know it’s going to be an amazing read!!!
Xander is a man obsessed with Camila and I was totally there for it. Both of them have a load of trauma which they are trying to navigate and impacts on their relationships which means nothing is as easy as it should be and I just ate the whole thing up. A plot twists that I was totally not expecting.
For readers that love a morally grey MMC, a FMC who has sass in heaps, this is a great read.
🌶️🌶️🌶️
Thank you so much for the ARC @authoreviewynters and @everafter.pr - I adored chains of obsession!!!! It was so good.
Don’t we all just love a MMC who is completely obsessed with a FMC to the extent that he might just stalk a little bit (to make sure she is safe and get to know her as much as he can 🤪) and a FMC who is strong, tough and is full of opinion and comments. You guessed it Chains of Obsession has both and Xander and Camila are brilliant!!!
Add in the fact that Xander is involved in organised crime, the book has amazing side characters oh and there is a cute cat side kick and you just know it’s going to be an amazing read!!!
Xander is a man obsessed with Camila and I was totally there for it. Both of them have a load of trauma which they are trying to navigate and impacts on their relationships which means nothing is as easy as it should be and I just ate the whole thing up. A plot twists that I was totally not expecting.
For readers that love a morally grey MMC, a FMC who has sass in heaps, this is a great read.
November 24, 2025
I really enjoyed this book. Cam and Xander were both so likeable and I really believed in their story. Xander is the perfect mix of morally grey and vulnerable. I wanted him to dominate and be taken care of at the same time. And his interactions with Sid…? Hilarious. I was grinning like an idiot every time they were in the same room together.
The spice was incredible. Drawn out in the best way possible. Delightfully detailed.
The pacing was a bit choppy in places. Brilliantly fleshed out in some parts and in others (mainly the action/violence) felt a little rushed through.
A very recommended read that had me hooked throughout.
Some stand out quotes:
💚”This doesn’t feel like doom. It feels like deliverance.”💚
💚”And right now, we feel like two sad souls, looking for comfort in each other’s darkness.”💚
💚”Bite your lip again, and I’ll f**k you over this balcony where everyone can watch and see who you belong to.”💚
The spice was incredible. Drawn out in the best way possible. Delightfully detailed.
The pacing was a bit choppy in places. Brilliantly fleshed out in some parts and in others (mainly the action/violence) felt a little rushed through.
A very recommended read that had me hooked throughout.
Some stand out quotes:
💚”This doesn’t feel like doom. It feels like deliverance.”💚
💚”And right now, we feel like two sad souls, looking for comfort in each other’s darkness.”💚
💚”Bite your lip again, and I’ll f**k you over this balcony where everyone can watch and see who you belong to.”💚
November 30, 2025
My goodness this book had some emotional rollercoasters in it!
Camila, an abuse victim and survivor, who is doing everything she can to stay sage and take control back of her life looks eye with the mafia billionaire Xander.
Xander, who has an obsession disorder fixates on Camila. He wants to give her the world, but she's scared to let another man into her life that could take semblance of control that she's finally been able to reclaim.
There is so much healing done between Camila and Xander and I felt like I was healing a little bit along with them. Evie Wynters was able to write a heartwarming but also heart wrenching story showing the real struggles that some people have with Obsessive disorders. You will laugh, you will be frustrated and you will cry with these characters.
Thank you Evie Wynters and Ever After PR Author Services for choosing me to ARC this story!
P.S. Please tell me there is going to be a second book about Jac!
Camila, an abuse victim and survivor, who is doing everything she can to stay sage and take control back of her life looks eye with the mafia billionaire Xander.
Xander, who has an obsession disorder fixates on Camila. He wants to give her the world, but she's scared to let another man into her life that could take semblance of control that she's finally been able to reclaim.
There is so much healing done between Camila and Xander and I felt like I was healing a little bit along with them. Evie Wynters was able to write a heartwarming but also heart wrenching story showing the real struggles that some people have with Obsessive disorders. You will laugh, you will be frustrated and you will cry with these characters.
Thank you Evie Wynters and Ever After PR Author Services for choosing me to ARC this story!
P.S. Please tell me there is going to be a second book about Jac!
November 28, 2025
The Stripper X Criminal trope peaked my interest in this book and it did not disappoint.
When Xander lays his eyes on Camila one time and was instantly hooked.
Camila has a haunted past. Hiding from a ex.
Xander is the owner of the club Camila dances at but he rarely steps inside until fate puts him there the night Camila was dancing. When Xander lays his eyes on Camila one time and was instantly hooked.
His genuine obsessive tendencies take over and he inserts himself into her life.
Both MCs have trauma and they deal with it in different ways.
The flashbacks to Xander’s childhood was heartbreaking and eye opening paired with Camila’s memories of her life with her ex you really understand how broken and vulnerable they both are.
The spice was *chefs kiss* including the chemistry between them.
When Xander lays his eyes on Camila one time and was instantly hooked.
Camila has a haunted past. Hiding from a ex.
Xander is the owner of the club Camila dances at but he rarely steps inside until fate puts him there the night Camila was dancing. When Xander lays his eyes on Camila one time and was instantly hooked.
His genuine obsessive tendencies take over and he inserts himself into her life.
Both MCs have trauma and they deal with it in different ways.
The flashbacks to Xander’s childhood was heartbreaking and eye opening paired with Camila’s memories of her life with her ex you really understand how broken and vulnerable they both are.
The spice was *chefs kiss* including the chemistry between them.
November 29, 2025
“ this is your only chance . Run. Run while you can because once I show you just how much you belong to me , there’ll be no going back “ -Xander
Chains of Obsession Review 📚📚
Two broken souls found each other. Camila a broken girl who wants her independence.
Xander , a man who was mistreated his whole life , who doesn’t know how to properly show his love , and just wants to be loved .
If you love an obsessive man , this is the book for you . Because oh boy , some of the stuff he does is top notch !he’s loveable , protective and will do anything to protect the women he loves .
If you love a strong badass woman , you got it in this book ! She lets nothing stop her . Haunted by the ghosts of her past , she just wants to start fresh and earn her own way . Her freedom .
This was a great read ! Get your copy when it comes out December 3d 🖤
4 ⭐️
5🌶️
Chains of Obsession Review 📚📚
Two broken souls found each other. Camila a broken girl who wants her independence.
Xander , a man who was mistreated his whole life , who doesn’t know how to properly show his love , and just wants to be loved .
If you love an obsessive man , this is the book for you . Because oh boy , some of the stuff he does is top notch !he’s loveable , protective and will do anything to protect the women he loves .
If you love a strong badass woman , you got it in this book ! She lets nothing stop her . Haunted by the ghosts of her past , she just wants to start fresh and earn her own way . Her freedom .
This was a great read ! Get your copy when it comes out December 3d 🖤
4 ⭐️
5🌶️
November 1, 2025
If you are a dark romance reader, through to your roots then I beg of you to read this book. I’ve been reading dark romance for 10 years, if not more and this is one of my favourite reads. The complexity of the main characters keeps you gripped to the point you feel like you are in their psyche. You follow them as they find comfort in each other from their past traumas, and the spice is to DIE FOR🥵
The plot has me reading until the unholy hours, as I refused to put the book down until I knew what was going on, and the ending was definitely worth the bags under my eyes🤣
All in all, the stripper X Criminal trope was what roped me in, but the found family, romantic tension and unforgettable character arcs are what made me stay. Cannot wait to see what this author writes next!🥰🥰🥰
The plot has me reading until the unholy hours, as I refused to put the book down until I knew what was going on, and the ending was definitely worth the bags under my eyes🤣
All in all, the stripper X Criminal trope was what roped me in, but the found family, romantic tension and unforgettable character arcs are what made me stay. Cannot wait to see what this author writes next!🥰🥰🥰
November 24, 2025
ARC
I loved this book so much.
At the beginning, I did think it moved a little fast but the more I continued the book, the more it made sense.
I loved how the chapters were a mix of present times and flashbacks, I’m a sucker for flashbacks chapters, and the way they always made me tear up, no matter if it was a flashback from Xander’s past or Camila’s past.
Like Xander, I love the colour green, and I loved how the green imagery was present throughout the whole book. I don’t know if it’s me, but I did not expect that plot twist at the end and it caught me so off guard, I loved it.
This was such a good book, it’s definitely one of my 5 stars reads of this year and I’d totally recommend this book.
I loved this book so much.
At the beginning, I did think it moved a little fast but the more I continued the book, the more it made sense.
I loved how the chapters were a mix of present times and flashbacks, I’m a sucker for flashbacks chapters, and the way they always made me tear up, no matter if it was a flashback from Xander’s past or Camila’s past.
Like Xander, I love the colour green, and I loved how the green imagery was present throughout the whole book. I don’t know if it’s me, but I did not expect that plot twist at the end and it caught me so off guard, I loved it.
This was such a good book, it’s definitely one of my 5 stars reads of this year and I’d totally recommend this book.
November 25, 2025
Binged in one sitting because how could I not!!!! This was addicting & is perfect for dark romance readers!!! Thank you for allowing me to be apart of your ARC team🫶🏽🫶🏽
The trauma, the bonding, the violence, the love!!! It had everything!! I loved how our FMC is a dancer, something about this in a book just makes it so much more hot & attractive!!!!🔥🔥
Send me this man right now, in advance!!!
The only thing I would say is I wanted more of the flash backs to previous times throughout the book more, it sometimes felt a bit ‘forgotten’ & seemed to blend more into the present (that is just a personal preference of mine when reading flashbacks!)
Are we getting a Jac story?! I feel like I need that?!
Absolutely amazing for a debut & would highly recommend for those on the darker side🩷🩷
The trauma, the bonding, the violence, the love!!! It had everything!! I loved how our FMC is a dancer, something about this in a book just makes it so much more hot & attractive!!!!🔥🔥
Send me this man right now, in advance!!!
The only thing I would say is I wanted more of the flash backs to previous times throughout the book more, it sometimes felt a bit ‘forgotten’ & seemed to blend more into the present (that is just a personal preference of mine when reading flashbacks!)
Are we getting a Jac story?! I feel like I need that?!
Absolutely amazing for a debut & would highly recommend for those on the darker side🩷🩷
November 29, 2025
"Burn in Hell. I'll see you there when it's my time."
Everyone has a past but sometimes it follows you. This was my introduction to reading a book from Evie Wynters and I loved it. Xander has spent his whole life trying to keep the darkness locked away until he sees Camila.. Just one look while shes dancing on stage has him OBSESSED. Camila is a strong independent dancer who is trying to escape her past. One time of making eye contact with the mysterious Xander in the crowd has her walls slowly coming down. Sometimes it just takes the right person beside you for you to find your strength. Chains of Obession is full of plot twist that will make you feel every emotion. I was hooked from the beginning until the end.
Everyone has a past but sometimes it follows you. This was my introduction to reading a book from Evie Wynters and I loved it. Xander has spent his whole life trying to keep the darkness locked away until he sees Camila.. Just one look while shes dancing on stage has him OBSESSED. Camila is a strong independent dancer who is trying to escape her past. One time of making eye contact with the mysterious Xander in the crowd has her walls slowly coming down. Sometimes it just takes the right person beside you for you to find your strength. Chains of Obession is full of plot twist that will make you feel every emotion. I was hooked from the beginning until the end.
December 2, 2025
I had the pleasure of receiving this as an e-ARC and will voluntarily be giving my honest review. This was just absolutely phenomenal!! Who would want a guy to be obsessive over you!! Xanders love for Camila was intense but chefs kiss!! I loved this book it had me hooked and crying!!
“Chains of Obsession is a Stripper x Businessman Dark Romance, the first book in an interconnected standalone series. Camila and Xander meet by coincidence one night, and Xander becomes instantly obsessed. Camila has to navigate her way around her old life catching up to her and Xander’s obsession. Chains of Obsession is packed with mutual healing. Ideal for lovers of Dark Romance, Crime, Mafia, and Billionaire Romance.”
“Chains of Obsession is a Stripper x Businessman Dark Romance, the first book in an interconnected standalone series. Camila and Xander meet by coincidence one night, and Xander becomes instantly obsessed. Camila has to navigate her way around her old life catching up to her and Xander’s obsession. Chains of Obsession is packed with mutual healing. Ideal for lovers of Dark Romance, Crime, Mafia, and Billionaire Romance.”
November 21, 2025
One look, one color, and that was all it took.
He did not need anything else to know he was going to be hopelessly obsessed with her. He started showing up at her work every night, even though he had never stepped foot in that place before. He lingered in the shadows, keeping her safe, keeping her close enough that he could help her if she ever needed him.
This dark romance is twisted with want, filled with passion, and just the right amount of crazy. Actually, more than a little, but that is exactly what makes it so good. It pulls you in and refuses to let go, and I loved every second of it.
He did not need anything else to know he was going to be hopelessly obsessed with her. He started showing up at her work every night, even though he had never stepped foot in that place before. He lingered in the shadows, keeping her safe, keeping her close enough that he could help her if she ever needed him.
This dark romance is twisted with want, filled with passion, and just the right amount of crazy. Actually, more than a little, but that is exactly what makes it so good. It pulls you in and refuses to let go, and I loved every second of it.
November 25, 2025
From the moment Xander sees Camila dancing under the neon lights in that green l!ngeri3 set, something inside him snaps awake and the rest of the book spirals into obsession, danger, and the kind of feral devotion that rewrites both of their lives. This one blends mafia grit, psychological depth, and erotic darkness in a way that hits hard.
Xander is ruthless, controlled, and broken in ways he refuses to name. Camila is a survivor with secrets that could shatter everything he’s built. Together? They’re volatile, magnetic, and impossible to look away from. If you love obsessive MMCs who will burn down the world for their girl, this one’s for you.
Xander is ruthless, controlled, and broken in ways he refuses to name. Camila is a survivor with secrets that could shatter everything he’s built. Together? They’re volatile, magnetic, and impossible to look away from. If you love obsessive MMCs who will burn down the world for their girl, this one’s for you.
November 26, 2025
Arc read this book and was the first time I had heard of this author, will be on the look out for more in the future and pray that there is more from this series.
Brilliant story of healing from the main characters and the right amount of spice, I was hooked from the start.
Reading many books of this nature in the passed I can say Evie brought something different to the table than the usual he spots her, he becomes head over heals etc etc that is often done to death but the added layer of … well I can’t say other than this has been a fantastic way to end my arc reading journey of the year
Brilliant story of healing from the main characters and the right amount of spice, I was hooked from the start.
Reading many books of this nature in the passed I can say Evie brought something different to the table than the usual he spots her, he becomes head over heals etc etc that is often done to death but the added layer of … well I can’t say other than this has been a fantastic way to end my arc reading journey of the year
November 25, 2025
This book really sucked me in. It was very hard to put down. It started out well and everything really flowed. Xanders obsession while intense was not overwhelming to read. There is spice and it’s definitely a dark romance with death and lines being pushed. That being said, it didn’t feel like too much. It’s definitely not light but not too intense. The push and pull between Xander and Camila was deep and sometimes sweet with the edge of obsessive. The title of the book really matches the book. I would definitely read this book again.
November 26, 2025
4.5⭐️
3.5🌶️
Xander and Camila were imperfectly perfect for each. I love how eloquently Evie wrote about not only Xanders traumatic past but Camilas aswell, especially her abusive past relationship. That poor girl went through so much. I love how we got sneak peeks into all the side characters. Im really hoping there’s a future book about Jac, love that guy 🤣
Also obsidian was the main character absolutely loved that cat, the scene when the Sid jumped on Xander in bed was absolutely hilarious. Huge crime guy terrified of a cat 🤣
Please check trigger warning before proceeding.
3.5🌶️
Xander and Camila were imperfectly perfect for each. I love how eloquently Evie wrote about not only Xanders traumatic past but Camilas aswell, especially her abusive past relationship. That poor girl went through so much. I love how we got sneak peeks into all the side characters. Im really hoping there’s a future book about Jac, love that guy 🤣
Also obsidian was the main character absolutely loved that cat, the scene when the Sid jumped on Xander in bed was absolutely hilarious. Huge crime guy terrified of a cat 🤣
Please check trigger warning before proceeding.
November 28, 2025
Camila and Xander took me through sooo many emotions with their back stories. The way Xander falls first and hard makes his chapters so much fun. Camilas story will break your heart but the strength she carries to keep moving forward is so motivating. Their love for each other is so real. The way they don’t understand it but are willing to do whatever it takes to keep each other melts your heart. I had sooo much fun reading their stories. This is definitely a must read if you love mafia romances!
November 22, 2025
If you love dark romance then you will love this debut by Evie Wynters. The story gripped me as a beta and once again as an arc reader. The complexity of the characters reels you in, Our MC is possessive, obsessive, morally grey just as expected and will bring new meaning to favourite colour. Our MMCs find comfort in each other, sharing their traumas as they embark on a healing journey. The story is beautifully written and the spice will have you fanning yourself.
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