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His Dark Claim
He stole me on the day I was meant to be saved.
Zagreus Vitale. Merciless, untouchable man who murdered my fiancé and made me his bride in the same breath. To the world, he’s a killer without conscience. To me, he’s the monster who ruined my life.
But monsters don’t whisper in the dark, now, do they? They don’t bleed. And in spite this, they don’t look at you as if you’re both the curse and the salvation they crave.
Every kiss feels like a warning. Every touch, a claim. And the closer I come to hating him, the more I fear I’ll never escape the hunger of wanting him.
Because sometimes the man who destroys everything you love… becomes the only one you can’t live without.
In his darkness, I may find the light that destroys us both.
His Dark Claim is a twisted, addictive dark romance featuring a morally grey anti-hero, a forced marriage, and a love story
born form past and obsession. This is Part I of a Duet, with an HEA at the end of Part II.
Zagreus Vitale. Merciless, untouchable man who murdered my fiancé and made me his bride in the same breath. To the world, he’s a killer without conscience. To me, he’s the monster who ruined my life.
But monsters don’t whisper in the dark, now, do they? They don’t bleed. And in spite this, they don’t look at you as if you’re both the curse and the salvation they crave.
Every kiss feels like a warning. Every touch, a claim. And the closer I come to hating him, the more I fear I’ll never escape the hunger of wanting him.
Because sometimes the man who destroys everything you love… becomes the only one you can’t live without.
In his darkness, I may find the light that destroys us both.
His Dark Claim is a twisted, addictive dark romance featuring a morally grey anti-hero, a forced marriage, and a love story
born form past and obsession. This is Part I of a Duet, with an HEA at the end of Part II.
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365 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 16, 2025
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November 30, 2025
I will start thia review by saying Please make sure to read the trigger warnings at the beginning of the book. I really wasnt sure about reading this at first, just two chapters in and i honestly thought it wasnt my type of story. I have to say I was totally wrong, one chapter went to two then i was half way through. I really couldnt put it down, and must say I have so many questions left unansweted. Celestine comes across as a scared woman, but I think she's hiding a strong character that even she doeant lnow she's hiding. Zagreus is a tyrannt of the worst kind. Hes a ghost hiding in plain sight. But when nobody is watching he cares deeply for Celestine. But theres a fine line between love and hate. How far will he go to protect her. What secrets is he keeping from her. Will Celestine ever regain the memories from her childhood. I am really in need of the second book and hope that give me all the answets i need.
November 28, 2025
ARC Reader
This book was just wow!!
From the dynamic between the characters, to the plot twist, to that cliff hanger of an ending I was here for it!!!
Edge of my seat, waiting desperately for book 2!!!
Please do check trigger warnings this is Dub Con bordering on Non Con in some points
This book was just wow!!
From the dynamic between the characters, to the plot twist, to that cliff hanger of an ending I was here for it!!!
Edge of my seat, waiting desperately for book 2!!!
Please do check trigger warnings this is Dub Con bordering on Non Con in some points
February 1, 2026
"𝐦𝐲 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐚 𝐬𝐚𝐝𝐬’ 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐰𝐚𝐬... 𝐰𝐞𝐢𝐫𝐝, 𝐲𝐞𝐭 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐲 𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞.
𝐢 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬; 𝐢’𝐝 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐠𝐨, 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐢𝐭, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐮𝐬𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐨𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐢𝐭. 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐥 𝐢 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧, 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐞.
𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞?
𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐚 𝐝𝐮𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲... 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞, 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐚 𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬!
𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐧: 𝐢 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐲𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟. 🙋🏻♀
𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐲 𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠. 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞 𝐤𝐞𝐩𝐭 𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐥𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐥𝐨𝐭, 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐢’𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐭, 𝐢’𝐦 𝐚 𝐛𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐚 '𝐥𝐚𝐳𝐲' 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢 𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐲. 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐞!
𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐰, 𝐢 𝐚𝐦 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐲𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐥; 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐥. 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐰 𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐩, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞, 𝐢𝐭 𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐭 𝐦𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬.
𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞... 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐭."
𝐢 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬; 𝐢’𝐝 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐠𝐨, 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐢𝐭, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐮𝐬𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐨𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐢𝐭. 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐥 𝐢 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧, 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐞.
𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞?
𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐚 𝐝𝐮𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲... 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞, 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐚 𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬!
𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐧: 𝐢 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐲𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟. 🙋🏻♀
𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐲 𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠. 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞 𝐤𝐞𝐩𝐭 𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐥𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐥𝐨𝐭, 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐢’𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐭, 𝐢’𝐦 𝐚 𝐛𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐚 '𝐥𝐚𝐳𝐲' 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢 𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐲. 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐞!
𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐰, 𝐢 𝐚𝐦 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐲𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐥; 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐥. 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐰 𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐩, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞, 𝐢𝐭 𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐭 𝐦𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬.
𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞... 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐭."
December 21, 2025
His Dark Claim leans fully into dark romance vibes, and it knows exactly what it’s doing. From the start, the tension is heavy and a little unhinged, and that intensity carries through the story in a way that kept me turning pages.
The dynamic between the main characters is messy, possessive, and morally questionable—which will absolutely work for the right reader. I appreciated that the book doesn’t try to soften its darker elements or pretend the characters are something they’re not. The chemistry is strong, and the push-and-pull between them was engaging, even when it was uncomfortable.
The pacing was mostly solid, though a few scenes felt repetitive for me. That said, the spice is plentiful and fits the tone of the story, and the emotional stakes do ramp up toward the end.
Overall, this is a dark, intense read that delivers on obsession, control, and forbidden attraction. Recommended for readers who enjoy morally gray (or outright dark) romances and know their triggers.
The dynamic between the main characters is messy, possessive, and morally questionable—which will absolutely work for the right reader. I appreciated that the book doesn’t try to soften its darker elements or pretend the characters are something they’re not. The chemistry is strong, and the push-and-pull between them was engaging, even when it was uncomfortable.
The pacing was mostly solid, though a few scenes felt repetitive for me. That said, the spice is plentiful and fits the tone of the story, and the emotional stakes do ramp up toward the end.
Overall, this is a dark, intense read that delivers on obsession, control, and forbidden attraction. Recommended for readers who enjoy morally gray (or outright dark) romances and know their triggers.
January 4, 2026
The only reason I gave this 4 stars is because I need the next book!
I love me an obsessive MMC and that’s what I got! This story has spice, along with twist and betrayal. Even though, some parts seemed a bit repetitive, I’m still dying for book two!
Please check triggers!
I love me an obsessive MMC and that’s what I got! This story has spice, along with twist and betrayal. Even though, some parts seemed a bit repetitive, I’m still dying for book two!
Please check triggers!
December 3, 2025
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Thank you to Luna Lads, Trifold Publishing and BookSirens for this ARC.
This is the first in the series.
His Dark Claim gave me Beauty and the Beast feels, if the Beast was danger incarnate. I enjoyed that it was told from Celestines view and that the writing was more like peeping into her private diary of thoughts and feelings. As much as you want to hate Zagreus for everything you can't help but feel for him.
I am looking forward to the final book to see what happens in the world of Zagreus (still don't know how to pronounce his name) and Celestine. There are still secrets to be discovered.
If you can look past the triggers and enjoy a read with hot sex and a storyline this may just be the solution to that itch you want to scratch.
This is the first in the series.
His Dark Claim gave me Beauty and the Beast feels, if the Beast was danger incarnate. I enjoyed that it was told from Celestines view and that the writing was more like peeping into her private diary of thoughts and feelings. As much as you want to hate Zagreus for everything you can't help but feel for him.
I am looking forward to the final book to see what happens in the world of Zagreus (still don't know how to pronounce his name) and Celestine. There are still secrets to be discovered.
If you can look past the triggers and enjoy a read with hot sex and a storyline this may just be the solution to that itch you want to scratch.
December 19, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
This was my first time reading Luna Sands, and I’m a bit torn on this one. I didn’t love it, but I didn’t hate it either—it landed somewhere in the middle for me. I definitely preferred the second half of the book, which felt more engaging than the slow, dragging start.
I struggled to connect with the FMC, Celestine. I found her more annoying than relatable, and it made it hard to fully invest in her journey. The MMC, Zagreus, is very much the typical grumpy, stoic, possessive male lead, which may work for some readers but didn’t feel especially fresh here. The romance itself felt lacking in tenderness; the intimacy leaned heavily toward rough sex, with Celestine often waking up in pain, which took away from any sense of emotional connection between the characters.
Overall, the story felt like it dragged and still didn’t fully explain enough—especially regarding Celestine’s lapsed memories, which I wish had been addressed more clearly. That said, despite my mixed feelings, the ending was intriguing enough that I plan to read the next book because I do want to know what happens next.
Thank you for the ARC
This was my first time reading Luna Sands, and I’m a bit torn on this one. I didn’t love it, but I didn’t hate it either—it landed somewhere in the middle for me. I definitely preferred the second half of the book, which felt more engaging than the slow, dragging start.
I struggled to connect with the FMC, Celestine. I found her more annoying than relatable, and it made it hard to fully invest in her journey. The MMC, Zagreus, is very much the typical grumpy, stoic, possessive male lead, which may work for some readers but didn’t feel especially fresh here. The romance itself felt lacking in tenderness; the intimacy leaned heavily toward rough sex, with Celestine often waking up in pain, which took away from any sense of emotional connection between the characters.
Overall, the story felt like it dragged and still didn’t fully explain enough—especially regarding Celestine’s lapsed memories, which I wish had been addressed more clearly. That said, despite my mixed feelings, the ending was intriguing enough that I plan to read the next book because I do want to know what happens next.
Thank you for the ARC
December 7, 2025
ARC Review, thx Luna Sads
Luna Sads is a new to me author, and I was so excited to read the book. The cover and the tropes sounded exactly like my kind of thing, but unfortunately, I just couldn't get into the story at all; I had to force myself to keep reading. I couldn't connect with FMC; she was just too shallow and sweet for me. She doesn't stand up for herself and simply accepts everything she has to endure because of MMC. And I would have liked to know why MMC does what he does... There are also a lot of distracting errors, like spelling and punctuation. The storyline is slow-burning and ends on a cliffhanger. I'm not sure if I'll read the second installment.
⭐️ 3/5
🌶 3/5
Luna Sads is a new to me author, and I was so excited to read the book. The cover and the tropes sounded exactly like my kind of thing, but unfortunately, I just couldn't get into the story at all; I had to force myself to keep reading. I couldn't connect with FMC; she was just too shallow and sweet for me. She doesn't stand up for herself and simply accepts everything she has to endure because of MMC. And I would have liked to know why MMC does what he does... There are also a lot of distracting errors, like spelling and punctuation. The storyline is slow-burning and ends on a cliffhanger. I'm not sure if I'll read the second installment.
⭐️ 3/5
🌶 3/5
November 29, 2025
If you like a lovable MMC then this is not for you… if you like a dark MMC who is obsessive, Controlling and depraved then this is for you.
The FMC is sweet, kind & a little bit lost and when she encounters zag everything changes, he reckons that she's too vulnerable to know the truth of why he does what he does. There seems to be some big mysteries surrounding celestine and her mother who died but isn't dead… celestine feels lost, how does she navigate a world she doesn't understand, a husband who is so hot and cold and rules she was never told.
This is part of a duet you'll have to read the second to know what happens next.
The FMC is sweet, kind & a little bit lost and when she encounters zag everything changes, he reckons that she's too vulnerable to know the truth of why he does what he does. There seems to be some big mysteries surrounding celestine and her mother who died but isn't dead… celestine feels lost, how does she navigate a world she doesn't understand, a husband who is so hot and cold and rules she was never told.
This is part of a duet you'll have to read the second to know what happens next.
November 27, 2025
The storyline had great potential. From the first chapter, I wanted to be captivated, but then I just could NOT climax from there on. I enjoyed the characters, but I couldn’t truly “visualize” most of them, for majority of the book. I needed more mind illustration, less repetitiveness, and I needed more of HIS pov. There were MANY mistakes. I noticed many spelling, incomplete sentences, and punctuation errors that left me frustrated, but I’m extremely pleased I made it to the end! Even though the ending left me confused, sitting on a cliff hanger, I would love nothing more than to give BOOK 2 a try if there were to be one! I feel like that book has the potential to be a 5 STAR ♥️
January 4, 2026
Honestly at the beginning i was a little worried about how the story will go.
It is really important to read the trigger warnings. This book is dark , it is not the darkest but it has a lot of thing that are not for every reader.
I rated this book 5 stars so obviously i loved it😍
The mystery aspect of the book was happening in all the book and i loved that we as readers didn’t know what was happening along with the protagonist. The cliffhanger at the end shocked me and i want to read the next one asap.
The couple’s dynamic was so powerful like a volcano ready to erupt. Celestine’s inner thoughts was so strong and i loved seeing her proccesing what was happening in her new life with the man who kidnapped her. I also love that yes their chemistry was there all along but her mind didn’t give up. She tried to fight it something that I thought was really realistic due to what has happened.
This man😍omg I don’t know what to say about him. He is so broken and you can see it while hou read. You get parts about him along with her and i thing that this is something the writer really did really well. My broken king has my heart. He is a new book husband.
About the smutty scenes they were all amazing. Except maybe the first one because of the dubious concent. The graveyard scene🙇♀️in the car 🚘 omg it is amazing and their chemistry is literally the best.
I love the mystery and i really want to found out about her past and what is going on in the next book. I am obsessed
It is really important to read the trigger warnings. This book is dark , it is not the darkest but it has a lot of thing that are not for every reader.
I rated this book 5 stars so obviously i loved it😍
The mystery aspect of the book was happening in all the book and i loved that we as readers didn’t know what was happening along with the protagonist. The cliffhanger at the end shocked me and i want to read the next one asap.
The couple’s dynamic was so powerful like a volcano ready to erupt. Celestine’s inner thoughts was so strong and i loved seeing her proccesing what was happening in her new life with the man who kidnapped her. I also love that yes their chemistry was there all along but her mind didn’t give up. She tried to fight it something that I thought was really realistic due to what has happened.
This man😍omg I don’t know what to say about him. He is so broken and you can see it while hou read. You get parts about him along with her and i thing that this is something the writer really did really well. My broken king has my heart. He is a new book husband.
About the smutty scenes they were all amazing. Except maybe the first one because of the dubious concent. The graveyard scene🙇♀️in the car 🚘 omg it is amazing and their chemistry is literally the best.
I love the mystery and i really want to found out about her past and what is going on in the next book. I am obsessed
December 16, 2025
Dark, intense, and unapologetic, His Dark Claim pulls you in fast and does not let go. The tension is constant, the atmosphere heavy, and the power dynamics are front and center.
Celestine is a compelling FMC, emotional, defiant, and painfully human. The MMC is cold, dominant, and morally black, creating a dynamic that is unsettling and addictive. Their chemistry is dark and volatile, built on obsession rather than comfort.
This is not a soft romance. If you enjoy dark romance that leans fully into control, danger, and morally gray territory, this book delivers.
Thank you to Luna Sads and Trifold Publishing for the opportunity to ARC read.
Some of the triggers please be aware
Kidnapping, captivity, forced marriage, graphic violence, obsession, psychological manipulation, dubious consent, and references to trauma.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Celestine is a compelling FMC, emotional, defiant, and painfully human. The MMC is cold, dominant, and morally black, creating a dynamic that is unsettling and addictive. Their chemistry is dark and volatile, built on obsession rather than comfort.
This is not a soft romance. If you enjoy dark romance that leans fully into control, danger, and morally gray territory, this book delivers.
Thank you to Luna Sads and Trifold Publishing for the opportunity to ARC read.
Some of the triggers please be aware
Kidnapping, captivity, forced marriage, graphic violence, obsession, psychological manipulation, dubious consent, and references to trauma.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Review of advance copy received from Author
The story is a maze of buried mysteries and secrets. While reading it your mind will instantly jump on questions like Why and What. Story progresses with female protagonists' view point. You'll see the male protagonist through her lens and he will not let you settle. Mr. Vitale, her enigma, her ruin, somehow her saviour too. The ending will leave readers to seek answers for unanswered mysteries, maybe in the second part of the book they will be revealed.
A thrill read with lots of spiciness and definitely a book that will linger on until every secrets are revealed. Do read and enjoy His Dark Claim.
A thrill read with lots of spiciness and definitely a book that will linger on until every secrets are revealed. Do read and enjoy His Dark Claim.
December 8, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Her career, her relationship—her entire life—was perfect… until Zagreus Vitale turned everything upside down with His Dark Claim. This book is drenched in mystery, obsession, and spice, and it is emotionally devastating in the best possible way. It’s the kind of dark romance that sinks its claws into you from the very first page and refuses to let go—even long after you’ve finished reading, just like Zagreus refused to let Celestine go until the very end.
The only reason I’m not giving it a full 5 stars is because there were a few moments that felt repetitive and others that dragged a bit. But honestly? I still can’t wait for book two.
Luna, keep me on your ARC list, because I need book two in my hands ASAP. I’m ready to dive right back into this intoxicating, addictive dark romance.
Her career, her relationship—her entire life—was perfect… until Zagreus Vitale turned everything upside down with His Dark Claim. This book is drenched in mystery, obsession, and spice, and it is emotionally devastating in the best possible way. It’s the kind of dark romance that sinks its claws into you from the very first page and refuses to let go—even long after you’ve finished reading, just like Zagreus refused to let Celestine go until the very end.
The only reason I’m not giving it a full 5 stars is because there were a few moments that felt repetitive and others that dragged a bit. But honestly? I still can’t wait for book two.
Luna, keep me on your ARC list, because I need book two in my hands ASAP. I’m ready to dive right back into this intoxicating, addictive dark romance.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Thank you for the arc luna.
The book is written like a fever dream. It was like reading your darkest desires manifested. Its so articulate and artistic. I thought i cannot love anyone about judas but my man zagreus… ohhh its a lovestory alright. I can't wait until the next book while eagerly waiting for it.
The book is written like a fever dream. It was like reading your darkest desires manifested. Its so articulate and artistic. I thought i cannot love anyone about judas but my man zagreus… ohhh its a lovestory alright. I can't wait until the next book while eagerly waiting for it.
December 2, 2025
This book was not just a story — it was a rollercoaster of obsession, secrets, betrayal, and heat.
There were so many twists, so many unexpected turns, and every chapter pulled me deeper until I wasn’t reading anymore…
I was owned by the plot.
And then — the wildest part?
The male lead POV only shows up in the last chapter.
Just one chapter.
Just enough to ruin my sanity and prove that everything before it was just the beginning.
When a dark romance hero speaks last, it’s never closure —
it’s a promise.
A promise that there are still things hidden.Still secrets buried.Still emotions unspoken.Still fire waiting to burn.
That ending wasn’t “The End.”
That was foreplay.
And now I’m sitting here thinking:
If Book 1 felt like this…what chaos is waiting in Book 2?
This story is intense, haunting, emotional, and dangerously addictive — the kind of book that doesn’t leave your mind, even after you close it.
If you love:
✔️ Obsessive morally-gray men
✔️ Tension that feels like electricity
✔️ Twists that punch you in the chest
✔️ A slow but deadly unraveling of the male lead
—then this book will consume you.
And honestly?
I want more.
I need more.
I’m not done — not even close.
There were so many twists, so many unexpected turns, and every chapter pulled me deeper until I wasn’t reading anymore…
I was owned by the plot.
And then — the wildest part?
The male lead POV only shows up in the last chapter.
Just one chapter.
Just enough to ruin my sanity and prove that everything before it was just the beginning.
When a dark romance hero speaks last, it’s never closure —
it’s a promise.
A promise that there are still things hidden.Still secrets buried.Still emotions unspoken.Still fire waiting to burn.
That ending wasn’t “The End.”
That was foreplay.
And now I’m sitting here thinking:
If Book 1 felt like this…what chaos is waiting in Book 2?
This story is intense, haunting, emotional, and dangerously addictive — the kind of book that doesn’t leave your mind, even after you close it.
If you love:
✔️ Obsessive morally-gray men
✔️ Tension that feels like electricity
✔️ Twists that punch you in the chest
✔️ A slow but deadly unraveling of the male lead
—then this book will consume you.
And honestly?
I want more.
I need more.
I’m not done — not even close.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Red Flag Alert ⚠️
His Dark Claim
!! ARC REVIEW!!
Read the description of the book, read the content and trigger warnings. This book isn't easy, nor sweet but hot, dark and darker, like pitch black. I would also know your kinks...If you still dare to read hold on to your panties.
Mafia romances are not always predictable and this one is no different. A dark, delicious introduction to the world of Zagreus Vitale, where power is everything, secrets are weapons, and obedience is required. I devoured the book. I was hooked from the beginning. The tragic back story is unfolding and bam
Holy Cliffhanger...Wow! Can't wait for book 2.
His Dark Claim
!! ARC REVIEW!!
Read the description of the book, read the content and trigger warnings. This book isn't easy, nor sweet but hot, dark and darker, like pitch black. I would also know your kinks...If you still dare to read hold on to your panties.
Mafia romances are not always predictable and this one is no different. A dark, delicious introduction to the world of Zagreus Vitale, where power is everything, secrets are weapons, and obedience is required. I devoured the book. I was hooked from the beginning. The tragic back story is unfolding and bam
Holy Cliffhanger...Wow! Can't wait for book 2.
December 4, 2025
Obsess. Hunger. Devotion.
This dark romance is deep, rough and unsettling.
Zagreus and Celestine are twisted and flawed but, just like every human being, they long for connection.
He’s dark, intense and unpredictable.
She’s strong and can’t deny the dangerous attraction and connection towards him, despite his merciless actions.
Their love is not conventional. It’s cruel and consuming. A love that can destroy and can save.
Secrets. Betrayal. Twists.
An addictive story that keeps you invested in knowing what goes on, what happened and what unfolds with all the secrets.
An emotional rollercoaster that I can’t wait to continue!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This dark romance is deep, rough and unsettling.
Zagreus and Celestine are twisted and flawed but, just like every human being, they long for connection.
He’s dark, intense and unpredictable.
She’s strong and can’t deny the dangerous attraction and connection towards him, despite his merciless actions.
Their love is not conventional. It’s cruel and consuming. A love that can destroy and can save.
Secrets. Betrayal. Twists.
An addictive story that keeps you invested in knowing what goes on, what happened and what unfolds with all the secrets.
An emotional rollercoaster that I can’t wait to continue!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
December 2, 2025
I’m going to be completely honest here.. it was a VERY slow start. I was bored for a bit there, with the repetitiveness of their back and forth.. love hate love hate. The constant confusion. Then it started the get interesting and I started to realize small little clues that kept me glued to see if I was correct… turns out I was and now I’m even more invested to know what happens, what happened, and what will unfold with all the secrets.
Basically, this is why I do not “DNF” books because you never know what will happen, especially if you give up.
I definitely recommend reading this book and just remember, if it seems slow to you as well.. keep going. It gets better and now I need a second book to see what happens!!
Basically, this is why I do not “DNF” books because you never know what will happen, especially if you give up.
I definitely recommend reading this book and just remember, if it seems slow to you as well.. keep going. It gets better and now I need a second book to see what happens!!
December 2, 2025
⭐️⭐️
🌶🌶🌶
🔥🔥🔥
Celestine’s life is shattered the day Zagreus Vitale, the man who killed her fiancé, forces her into a twisted marriage. Despite his darkness and merciless reputation, she can’t ignore the dangerous attraction and haunting connection that grows between them. In a story full of obsession, forbidden desire, and moral grayness, Celestine must navigate a love that could destroy them both.
This book had an interesting concept and I really wanted to get into it, but a lot of it felt slow and dragged on. Celestine, the main character, annoyed me more than she engaged me. She’s sweet and lost, but I couldn’t connect with her at all. There were moments that could have been gripping, especially with Zagreus being dark, intense, and unpredictable, but I wish there had been more insight into his perspective to make the tension land better.
Zagreus is intense, dark, and completely unpredictable. If you’re looking for a sweet, charming hero, this definitely isn’t the book for you. He is more morally dark grey vs pure black, but he is riding the edge. I would have really appreciated more of his perspective to understand his motives and see why he does the things he does, especially with all the secrets and mysteries surrounding Celestine and her family. It could have been written to still hide the secrets, but I really wanted to know how deep his obsession goes, and it would just have been more interesting. On top of that, there were quite a few distracting errors, like spelling, punctuation, and awkward sentences that pulled me out of the story more than once. However, this is an ARC, so I am forgiving in that aspect but still took me out in moments since I felt the plot suffered some from this lack of editing. As in, I would be confused on how a scene was playing out because nothing matched up to what was going on.
Even with all that, I made it to the end, and the cliffhanger actually left me curious to what really is happening, but I don't know if I really will read it. There’s a lot of potential here, and with tighter writing and a bit more focus, this book could be more intriguing than I found reading it.
⟣Tropes⟢
✅ Touch her and 💀
✅ 🖤 Morally Dark Grey MMC 🖤
✅ Obsessive/JP MMC
✅ Dirty Talk
✅ Single POV (first person with MMC POV last chapter)
✅ Captor/Captive
✅ Enemies-to-Lovers
✅ No OW/OM drama
✅ FMC not Virgin
✅ He falls first (he was always hers)
✅ Forced Marriage
✅ MINE
✅ Cliff
***I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. All opinions are my own.***
‼️‼️‼️Trigger Warning‼️‼️‼️
I don’t have any specific triggers and was okay reading it without any warnings, but always take care of your mental health before diving in, since this book definitely has triggers.
🌶🌶🌶
🔥🔥🔥
Celestine’s life is shattered the day Zagreus Vitale, the man who killed her fiancé, forces her into a twisted marriage. Despite his darkness and merciless reputation, she can’t ignore the dangerous attraction and haunting connection that grows between them. In a story full of obsession, forbidden desire, and moral grayness, Celestine must navigate a love that could destroy them both.
This book had an interesting concept and I really wanted to get into it, but a lot of it felt slow and dragged on. Celestine, the main character, annoyed me more than she engaged me. She’s sweet and lost, but I couldn’t connect with her at all. There were moments that could have been gripping, especially with Zagreus being dark, intense, and unpredictable, but I wish there had been more insight into his perspective to make the tension land better.
Zagreus is intense, dark, and completely unpredictable. If you’re looking for a sweet, charming hero, this definitely isn’t the book for you. He is more morally dark grey vs pure black, but he is riding the edge. I would have really appreciated more of his perspective to understand his motives and see why he does the things he does, especially with all the secrets and mysteries surrounding Celestine and her family. It could have been written to still hide the secrets, but I really wanted to know how deep his obsession goes, and it would just have been more interesting. On top of that, there were quite a few distracting errors, like spelling, punctuation, and awkward sentences that pulled me out of the story more than once. However, this is an ARC, so I am forgiving in that aspect but still took me out in moments since I felt the plot suffered some from this lack of editing. As in, I would be confused on how a scene was playing out because nothing matched up to what was going on.
Even with all that, I made it to the end, and the cliffhanger actually left me curious to what really is happening, but I don't know if I really will read it. There’s a lot of potential here, and with tighter writing and a bit more focus, this book could be more intriguing than I found reading it.
⟣Tropes⟢
✅ Touch her and 💀
✅ 🖤 Morally Dark Grey MMC 🖤
✅ Obsessive/JP MMC
✅ Dirty Talk
✅ Single POV (first person with MMC POV last chapter)
✅ Captor/Captive
✅ Enemies-to-Lovers
✅ No OW/OM drama
✅ FMC not Virgin
✅ He falls first (he was always hers)
✅ Forced Marriage
✅ MINE
✅ Cliff
***I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. All opinions are my own.***
‼️‼️‼️Trigger Warning‼️‼️‼️
I don’t have any specific triggers and was okay reading it without any warnings, but always take care of your mental health before diving in, since this book definitely has triggers.
November 29, 2025
Firstly,i wanna appreciate the author for writing such a masterpiece.this book hits you at all the right places,i absolutely loved this book and honestly everyother book by luna sads.the characters are amazing,zagreus is insufferable,celestine is majestic.tbh they give me beauty and the beast vibe.the fmc is strong in her ways and mmc is totally worth it.the plot is great.there was also collab of other characters from the series in this book which i absolutely love in a book,im looking forward to read the other books in this series especially hfm.overall i loved this book and cant wait for the 2nd part of this book and every other book in this series.
November 26, 2025
This definitely surprised me. In the beginning of the story the female main character is at an art gallery selling her art . She doesn’t know she is getting stalked by her future kidnapper. This man is literally obsessed with her he brought all her paintings for millions of dollars. She leaves the gallery to head home to celebrate her anniversary with her fiancé a walks into her fiancé murdered in her apartment. She tries to run away and call the police but her kidnapper grabs her and gives her a sedative. She wakes up tied up in a chair and chained to the floor. He forces her into a marriage by threatening her family and friends lives . This is a dark romance . Definitely ends with a cliffhanger.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 11, 2026
**🅽︎🅾︎ 🆂︎🅿︎🅾︎🅸︎🅻︎🅴︎🆁︎🆂︎**
𝔻𝕖𝕥𝕒𝕚𝕝𝕖𝕕 𝕣𝕖𝕧𝕚𝕖𝕨 𝕠𝕗- HIS DARK CLAIM by LUNA SANDS
ℝ𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘𝕤-
🗣(out of 5 stars, my rating scale is at the end)
📚 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 ⭐️⭐️⭐️/ 5
🌡️ 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗰𝗲🌶🌶🌶🫑/ 5
♟️𝗗𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹- >>>💀<<<
🎃: 𝐶𝑢𝑡𝑒𝑠𝑦 𝑠𝑡𝑦𝑙𝑒 𝑣𝑖𝑜𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑐𝑒 🌑: 𝑀𝑜𝑟𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑦 𝑔𝑟𝑒𝑦 ⚔️: ᵒᵒᵒʰʰʰ ˢᵗᵃᵇᵇʸ ᵖᵉᵒᵖˡᵉ••• 💀: 𝑅𝑒𝑎𝑑 𝑡ℎ𝑒 M̶E̶N̶U̶ 😳 -𝑖 𝑚𝑒𝑎𝑛 𝑇𝑟𝑖𝑔𝑔𝑒𝑟 𝑊𝑎𝑟𝑛𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑠!! ☠️: P͟I͟T͟C͟H͟ F͟C͟u͟K͟I͟N͟G͟ B͟L͟A͟C͟K͟!
𝕂𝕖𝕪 𝕀𝕟𝕗𝕠:
•📖# 365𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀
•𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗶𝗱 𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗶𝘁? A couple of hours.
•# single 𝗣𝗢𝗩
•𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲-16 December 2025
•𝗣𝗹𝗼𝘁 or 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗿 driven? Character
•𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗡𝗮𝗺𝗲 & 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗻𝗼- THE ETERNAL RUIN DUET, BK1
•𝗔𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 on 𝗞𝗨? ✅
•𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗲- up and down, slow start, strong finish
•𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲? 🚫Nope
•𝗔𝗻𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻? (Disability, plus size, mental health etc...) 🚫
🚨🅲︎🅷︎🅴︎🅲︎🅺︎ 🆃︎🅷︎🅴︎ 🆃︎🆆︎!🚨
●𝕋ℝ𝕆ℙ𝔼𝕊
😈𝕊𝕖𝕔𝕣𝕖𝕥𝕤 & 𝔹𝕖𝕥𝕣𝕒𝕪𝕒𝕝𝕤
💌ᴀʀʀᴀɴɢᴇᴅ forced ᴍᴀʀʀɪᴀɢᴇ
🍭𝕊𝕦𝕟𝕟𝕪 𝕍 𝔾𝕣𝕦𝕞𝕡𝕪
⚔️𝔅𝔲𝔩𝔩𝔶 𝔯𝔬𝔪𝔞𝔫𝔠𝔢
🧩𝑭𝒐𝒓𝒄𝒆𝒅 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒙𝒊𝒎𝒊𝒕𝒚
⌚𝔸-𝕙𝕠𝕝𝕖
🥵Obsessive mmc
☠️Captor/captive
🌍 𝕎𝕠𝕣𝕝𝕕 𝕓𝕦𝕚𝕝𝕕𝕚𝕟𝕘, 𝕨𝕣𝕚𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕒𝕟𝕕 𝕡𝕒𝕔𝕚𝕟𝕘:
I was drawn in by the cover, then the description and then the dark trigger warnings sealed it.
it was very slow at the beginning. I’m really dragged I almost DNF it but I’m glad I continued on as the second half was very good but still missing a lot of detail. I understand most questions will be answered in the next book however we could’ve done with a little more insight or intrigue or even some history in this book. I’m one of these idiotic readers that can spot what’s about to happen or predict the most obvious of things- however I’m so sure we learn some big things toward the last chapters and yet we’re not shown anything about them, we’re just left ‘knowing’ some things before the fmc even does. The one main question to me is why he took her when he did? Why that date not a year prior or later? The book could really have benefited from his pov as it was difficult to nderstand his motives, his wants and his reasons.
The smut/romance side was just confusing, celstine clearly developed feelings for her kidnapper which is fine, she also had some hidden kinks she wasn’t aware of, which again is fine. What I couldn’t get my head around was the complete flips in personality of the mmc, one minute he is horrible and forceful, he is humiliating her and degrading her, next minute he is kind and thoughtful and wants her to love him, and then it flips back and he wants her to hate him and it continues like this. It’s not even in a way to confuse her or get under her skin, he just flips about with his style. I want him to be possessive and obsessive but with a caring side but this was not that, it was like the character didn’t know what to be so it just became very unbelievable and difficult to read. This also meant I struggled with the emotional connection between them and now I’ve finished it I still wouldn’t be able to tell you if he likes her or hates her.
I’m actually quite gutted because I love the general plot! And I want to know what happens next! I spotted mistakes, punctuation and spelling errors and plot inconsistencies but the author doesn’t allow messages so how can she possibly hope to get any feedback or help?
I just wished I could have beta read this and helped the author perfect this into what it deserves to be. If she had had more people on her team or perhaps some more observant people then these things would have been caught.
For example- one minute she is getting zipped into a dress and the next she is going for a shower ready to get dressed for the evening.
🧝♂️ ℂ𝕙𝕒𝕣𝕒𝕔𝕥𝕖𝕣𝕤:
The characters did not have much growth at all, nor did they have much to help the reader vizualize them. There was a fair amount of repetitiveness in the first half that got so annoying. I don’t understand how a book looks so amazing, has been promoted well but hasn’t seen an editor at all?
I struggle to connect with the FMC Celestine. I found it to be really funny and not asking a question that she showed even if she thought she wouldn’t get an answer. It was so many questions to be asked or even screamed. She was sickly sweet and just doesn’t stand up for herself. Now I get in some situations you would just be unable to, but she was written with so much inner fire and anger and had a defiant streak so thick that it left me dumbfounded that she use it more.
Her memory issues - were they memory issues? Was a witch involved? Why could we not get a little teeny bit of clarity at the end?
⏳ 𝕎𝕠𝕦𝕝𝕕 𝕚 𝕣𝕖-𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕕 𝕠𝕣 𝕣𝕖𝕔𝕠𝕞𝕞𝕖𝕟𝕕?
Not unless it is re-edited or looked at again because although I’d read the next one, I’d be happy to have skipped this book in its current state
🪧𝔽𝕚𝕟𝕒𝕝 𝕥𝕙𝕠𝕦𝕘𝕙𝕥𝕤:
Was not ready to be released yet.
I received this as an arc, I read the whole book and these are my honest personal thoughts. I am aware that an arc should be. Finished copy ready for sale, so to have found so many mistakes was very disappointing and distracting. Luna- please get yourself a better editor and beta team for book 2! Your story deserves it!
𝐹𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑤 𝑚𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑚𝑜𝑟𝑒 𝑟𝑒𝑣𝑖𝑒𝑤𝑠 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑠𝑢𝑔𝑔𝑒𝑠𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠;
𝕋𝕚𝕜𝕋𝕠𝕜
https://www.tiktok.com/@your_bookish_...
IᑎՏTᗩ
https://www.instagram.com/your_bookis...
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𝕄𝕪 ℝ𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕊𝕪𝕤𝕥𝕖𝕞𝕤:
⭐️ DNF
⭐️⭐️
I managed to finish it but it was rubbish. I won't keep a physical copy and won't recommend it, but it's a shame as the plot could have made a good book in another author's hands
⭐️⭐️.5
It was OK. I wish I didn't start this one as it didn't do it for me as I struggled to read it. It had an interesting premise that fell flat but I had to see what happened in the end.
⭐️⭐️⭐️
I don't regret reading it, and I will read the next one, but this one did have a few flaws. [These could be repetitive writing, gaps or plot holes, better character growth or world building, areas needing more detail]
Generally, the book lacked depth and became confusing. The plot resonated with me even though it annoyed me on the whole.
⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
I'm glad I read it. I enjoyed it and would recommend it to the right people, but I wanted more! Sadly, it's easily forgettable with a few issues I just couldn't overlook/get past.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Good book! I loved it, but... I needed more! I really did enjoy it, but it had a few parts that needed more detail or added history/background or lore. But that's because the story or characters were memorable, and the plot was strong with brilliant twists. I would re-read if I needed to catch up for the next book and would recommend.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Great book! I truly wish the story had been thought about more, or the author had been given more time as this book is so close to brilliance! I will likely read again and will definitely be recommending it to all!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
WOW! Absolutely amazing book! Well written with great characters and a plot so memorable that it will stay with me. I will definitely read this again, I will be recommending it and sharing it with the whole world! Also- I NEED A PHYSICAL COPY!
🔥⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🔥
This is my God level tier. The book must be perfectly memorable. Even after reading 50+ more books, I will remember character names and emotions along with the plot. If there is a special edition, then I need to own it! If there is a conversation on books- I'm talking about this!
SPICE SCALE:
🌶️– segsual language and a little on-page action
🌶️🌶️– a lot of segsual language and some on-page open door action, may be occurring a couple of times
🌶️🌶️🌶️– a lot of explicit action and dirty talk, occurring frequently with 2/3 lurvers
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ – super graphic and explicit, occurring 4 or more times, can be more grey and taboo themed.
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ – Kinks and Fet!shism, explicit and super graphic. It is likely to be tushy play, toys, playrooms, and more dark / taboo fantasies and realities.
𝔻𝕖𝕥𝕒𝕚𝕝𝕖𝕕 𝕣𝕖𝕧𝕚𝕖𝕨 𝕠𝕗- HIS DARK CLAIM by LUNA SANDS
ℝ𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘𝕤-
🗣(out of 5 stars, my rating scale is at the end)
📚 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 ⭐️⭐️⭐️/ 5
🌡️ 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗰𝗲🌶🌶🌶🫑/ 5
♟️𝗗𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹- >>>💀<<<
🎃: 𝐶𝑢𝑡𝑒𝑠𝑦 𝑠𝑡𝑦𝑙𝑒 𝑣𝑖𝑜𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑐𝑒 🌑: 𝑀𝑜𝑟𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑦 𝑔𝑟𝑒𝑦 ⚔️: ᵒᵒᵒʰʰʰ ˢᵗᵃᵇᵇʸ ᵖᵉᵒᵖˡᵉ••• 💀: 𝑅𝑒𝑎𝑑 𝑡ℎ𝑒 M̶E̶N̶U̶ 😳 -𝑖 𝑚𝑒𝑎𝑛 𝑇𝑟𝑖𝑔𝑔𝑒𝑟 𝑊𝑎𝑟𝑛𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑠!! ☠️: P͟I͟T͟C͟H͟ F͟C͟u͟K͟I͟N͟G͟ B͟L͟A͟C͟K͟!
𝕂𝕖𝕪 𝕀𝕟𝕗𝕠:
•📖# 365𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀
•𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗶𝗱 𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗶𝘁? A couple of hours.
•# single 𝗣𝗢𝗩
•𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲-16 December 2025
•𝗣𝗹𝗼𝘁 or 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗿 driven? Character
•𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗡𝗮𝗺𝗲 & 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗻𝗼- THE ETERNAL RUIN DUET, BK1
•𝗔𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 on 𝗞𝗨? ✅
•𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗲- up and down, slow start, strong finish
•𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲? 🚫Nope
•𝗔𝗻𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻? (Disability, plus size, mental health etc...) 🚫
🚨🅲︎🅷︎🅴︎🅲︎🅺︎ 🆃︎🅷︎🅴︎ 🆃︎🆆︎!🚨
●𝕋ℝ𝕆ℙ𝔼𝕊
😈𝕊𝕖𝕔𝕣𝕖𝕥𝕤 & 𝔹𝕖𝕥𝕣𝕒𝕪𝕒𝕝𝕤
💌ᴀʀʀᴀɴɢᴇᴅ forced ᴍᴀʀʀɪᴀɢᴇ
🍭𝕊𝕦𝕟𝕟𝕪 𝕍 𝔾𝕣𝕦𝕞𝕡𝕪
⚔️𝔅𝔲𝔩𝔩𝔶 𝔯𝔬𝔪𝔞𝔫𝔠𝔢
🧩𝑭𝒐𝒓𝒄𝒆𝒅 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒙𝒊𝒎𝒊𝒕𝒚
⌚𝔸-𝕙𝕠𝕝𝕖
🥵Obsessive mmc
☠️Captor/captive
🌍 𝕎𝕠𝕣𝕝𝕕 𝕓𝕦𝕚𝕝𝕕𝕚𝕟𝕘, 𝕨𝕣𝕚𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕒𝕟𝕕 𝕡𝕒𝕔𝕚𝕟𝕘:
I was drawn in by the cover, then the description and then the dark trigger warnings sealed it.
it was very slow at the beginning. I’m really dragged I almost DNF it but I’m glad I continued on as the second half was very good but still missing a lot of detail. I understand most questions will be answered in the next book however we could’ve done with a little more insight or intrigue or even some history in this book. I’m one of these idiotic readers that can spot what’s about to happen or predict the most obvious of things- however I’m so sure we learn some big things toward the last chapters and yet we’re not shown anything about them, we’re just left ‘knowing’ some things before the fmc even does. The one main question to me is why he took her when he did? Why that date not a year prior or later? The book could really have benefited from his pov as it was difficult to nderstand his motives, his wants and his reasons.
The smut/romance side was just confusing, celstine clearly developed feelings for her kidnapper which is fine, she also had some hidden kinks she wasn’t aware of, which again is fine. What I couldn’t get my head around was the complete flips in personality of the mmc, one minute he is horrible and forceful, he is humiliating her and degrading her, next minute he is kind and thoughtful and wants her to love him, and then it flips back and he wants her to hate him and it continues like this. It’s not even in a way to confuse her or get under her skin, he just flips about with his style. I want him to be possessive and obsessive but with a caring side but this was not that, it was like the character didn’t know what to be so it just became very unbelievable and difficult to read. This also meant I struggled with the emotional connection between them and now I’ve finished it I still wouldn’t be able to tell you if he likes her or hates her.
I’m actually quite gutted because I love the general plot! And I want to know what happens next! I spotted mistakes, punctuation and spelling errors and plot inconsistencies but the author doesn’t allow messages so how can she possibly hope to get any feedback or help?
I just wished I could have beta read this and helped the author perfect this into what it deserves to be. If she had had more people on her team or perhaps some more observant people then these things would have been caught.
For example- one minute she is getting zipped into a dress and the next she is going for a shower ready to get dressed for the evening.
🧝♂️ ℂ𝕙𝕒𝕣𝕒𝕔𝕥𝕖𝕣𝕤:
The characters did not have much growth at all, nor did they have much to help the reader vizualize them. There was a fair amount of repetitiveness in the first half that got so annoying. I don’t understand how a book looks so amazing, has been promoted well but hasn’t seen an editor at all?
I struggle to connect with the FMC Celestine. I found it to be really funny and not asking a question that she showed even if she thought she wouldn’t get an answer. It was so many questions to be asked or even screamed. She was sickly sweet and just doesn’t stand up for herself. Now I get in some situations you would just be unable to, but she was written with so much inner fire and anger and had a defiant streak so thick that it left me dumbfounded that she use it more.
Her memory issues - were they memory issues? Was a witch involved? Why could we not get a little teeny bit of clarity at the end?
⏳ 𝕎𝕠𝕦𝕝𝕕 𝕚 𝕣𝕖-𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕕 𝕠𝕣 𝕣𝕖𝕔𝕠𝕞𝕞𝕖𝕟𝕕?
Not unless it is re-edited or looked at again because although I’d read the next one, I’d be happy to have skipped this book in its current state
🪧𝔽𝕚𝕟𝕒𝕝 𝕥𝕙𝕠𝕦𝕘𝕙𝕥𝕤:
Was not ready to be released yet.
I received this as an arc, I read the whole book and these are my honest personal thoughts. I am aware that an arc should be. Finished copy ready for sale, so to have found so many mistakes was very disappointing and distracting. Luna- please get yourself a better editor and beta team for book 2! Your story deserves it!
𝐹𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑤 𝑚𝑒 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑚𝑜𝑟𝑒 𝑟𝑒𝑣𝑖𝑒𝑤𝑠 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑠𝑢𝑔𝑔𝑒𝑠𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠;
𝕋𝕚𝕜𝕋𝕠𝕜
https://www.tiktok.com/@your_bookish_...
IᑎՏTᗩ
https://www.instagram.com/your_bookis...
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𝕄𝕪 ℝ𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕊𝕪𝕤𝕥𝕖𝕞𝕤:
⭐️ DNF
⭐️⭐️
I managed to finish it but it was rubbish. I won't keep a physical copy and won't recommend it, but it's a shame as the plot could have made a good book in another author's hands
⭐️⭐️.5
It was OK. I wish I didn't start this one as it didn't do it for me as I struggled to read it. It had an interesting premise that fell flat but I had to see what happened in the end.
⭐️⭐️⭐️
I don't regret reading it, and I will read the next one, but this one did have a few flaws. [These could be repetitive writing, gaps or plot holes, better character growth or world building, areas needing more detail]
Generally, the book lacked depth and became confusing. The plot resonated with me even though it annoyed me on the whole.
⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
I'm glad I read it. I enjoyed it and would recommend it to the right people, but I wanted more! Sadly, it's easily forgettable with a few issues I just couldn't overlook/get past.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Good book! I loved it, but... I needed more! I really did enjoy it, but it had a few parts that needed more detail or added history/background or lore. But that's because the story or characters were memorable, and the plot was strong with brilliant twists. I would re-read if I needed to catch up for the next book and would recommend.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Great book! I truly wish the story had been thought about more, or the author had been given more time as this book is so close to brilliance! I will likely read again and will definitely be recommending it to all!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
WOW! Absolutely amazing book! Well written with great characters and a plot so memorable that it will stay with me. I will definitely read this again, I will be recommending it and sharing it with the whole world! Also- I NEED A PHYSICAL COPY!
🔥⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🔥
This is my God level tier. The book must be perfectly memorable. Even after reading 50+ more books, I will remember character names and emotions along with the plot. If there is a special edition, then I need to own it! If there is a conversation on books- I'm talking about this!
SPICE SCALE:
🌶️– segsual language and a little on-page action
🌶️🌶️– a lot of segsual language and some on-page open door action, may be occurring a couple of times
🌶️🌶️🌶️– a lot of explicit action and dirty talk, occurring frequently with 2/3 lurvers
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ – super graphic and explicit, occurring 4 or more times, can be more grey and taboo themed.
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ – Kinks and Fet!shism, explicit and super graphic. It is likely to be tushy play, toys, playrooms, and more dark / taboo fantasies and realities.
December 31, 2025
His Dark Claim is a visceral, unapologetically dark romance that explores the thin, often blurred line between ruin and redemption. Written by Luna Sads, this novel is not a traditional fairy-tale romance; it is a story of obsession, captivity, and a love that is as cruel as it is all-consuming.
The story follows Celestine Devereaux, a talented artist whose life changes forever on the night of her first major art success. After selling three masterpieces for millions, she receives an anonymous $25 million check. However, the celebration is short-lived. Upon returning home to celebrate her fourth anniversary with her supportive boyfriend, Adrian, she discovers a nightmare.
Adrian has been brutally murdered by a mysterious, broad-shouldered man with a scar and "wild, unhinged" grey eyes—Zagreus. Zagreus kidnaps Celestine, claiming he killed Adrian simply because he was "in my way". What follows is a descent into a world of forced proximity and coercion, as Zagreus eventually blackmails and forces Celestine into a marriage she never asked for but finds herself increasingly unable to escape—mentally or physically.
Celestine Devereaux: Celestine is a protagonist defined by her vulnerability and her internal conflict. She mourns the "light and hopeful" love she had with Adrian while grappling with the "shameful flicker of warmth" she begins to feel for his killer. Her journey is one of survival and the slow erosion of her past self.
Zagreus: The anti-hero (or villain) of the story is the embodiment of "smoke, sin, and the grave". He is wealthy, ruthless, and haunted by a past marriage that has left him both scarred and deeply possessive. His love is not gentle; it is a demand for total surrender.
The "First Wife": Though she appears only in photographs and memories, Zagreus’s first wife looms over the narrative. Celestine’s discovery of their past love adds a layer of psychological torment, as she realizes she may be an interloper in a story that began long before her.
Themes and Tone
The novel heavily featured themes:
Possession vs. Love: Zagreus does not ask; he declares. The book questions if a connection forged in trauma and coercion can ever truly be called love.
Grief and Identity: Celestine must navigate the loss of Adrian while her very identity is overwritten by Zagreus’s claims on her.
The Shadow of the Past: Zagreus’s trauma and his previous marriage drive his current madness, suggesting that his cruelty is a byproduct of his own brokenness.
Luna Sads excels at creating a suffocating, atmospheric setting where the "luxury" of Zagreus’s mansion feels like a gilded cage. The prose is intense and evocative, particularly when describing Celestine’s psychological state and the "traitorous pull" of her body toward a man she knows she should hate.
His Dark Claim is a compelling read for fans of the "Dark Mafia" or "Captive Romance" subgenres. It is a story for those who "crave chains more than flowers" and are looking for a romance that is unsettling, forbidden, and deeply intense.
For readers who enjoy high-stakes, morally grey dark romance.
The story follows Celestine Devereaux, a talented artist whose life changes forever on the night of her first major art success. After selling three masterpieces for millions, she receives an anonymous $25 million check. However, the celebration is short-lived. Upon returning home to celebrate her fourth anniversary with her supportive boyfriend, Adrian, she discovers a nightmare.
Adrian has been brutally murdered by a mysterious, broad-shouldered man with a scar and "wild, unhinged" grey eyes—Zagreus. Zagreus kidnaps Celestine, claiming he killed Adrian simply because he was "in my way". What follows is a descent into a world of forced proximity and coercion, as Zagreus eventually blackmails and forces Celestine into a marriage she never asked for but finds herself increasingly unable to escape—mentally or physically.
Celestine Devereaux: Celestine is a protagonist defined by her vulnerability and her internal conflict. She mourns the "light and hopeful" love she had with Adrian while grappling with the "shameful flicker of warmth" she begins to feel for his killer. Her journey is one of survival and the slow erosion of her past self.
Zagreus: The anti-hero (or villain) of the story is the embodiment of "smoke, sin, and the grave". He is wealthy, ruthless, and haunted by a past marriage that has left him both scarred and deeply possessive. His love is not gentle; it is a demand for total surrender.
The "First Wife": Though she appears only in photographs and memories, Zagreus’s first wife looms over the narrative. Celestine’s discovery of their past love adds a layer of psychological torment, as she realizes she may be an interloper in a story that began long before her.
Themes and Tone
The novel heavily featured themes:
Possession vs. Love: Zagreus does not ask; he declares. The book questions if a connection forged in trauma and coercion can ever truly be called love.
Grief and Identity: Celestine must navigate the loss of Adrian while her very identity is overwritten by Zagreus’s claims on her.
The Shadow of the Past: Zagreus’s trauma and his previous marriage drive his current madness, suggesting that his cruelty is a byproduct of his own brokenness.
Luna Sads excels at creating a suffocating, atmospheric setting where the "luxury" of Zagreus’s mansion feels like a gilded cage. The prose is intense and evocative, particularly when describing Celestine’s psychological state and the "traitorous pull" of her body toward a man she knows she should hate.
His Dark Claim is a compelling read for fans of the "Dark Mafia" or "Captive Romance" subgenres. It is a story for those who "crave chains more than flowers" and are looking for a romance that is unsettling, forbidden, and deeply intense.
For readers who enjoy high-stakes, morally grey dark romance.
January 5, 2026
“Sleep, Dolcezza. Your husband will chase away your demons.” I believed myself. But how would he chase away the demon I was most scared of? The demon wrapped his arms around me. The demon called me Dolcezza and called himself my husband. 🖤🖤🖤
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️
OMG. What was that?! I am completely blown away. I did not see this coming at all. I’m still in shock.
Fans of dark, very dark, pitch-black romance, welcome : this book is your new obsession🤯🔥🔥🔥
From the very first chapter, the story hits hard. Celestine is an art gallery painter, living a seemingly quiet and stable life with her fiancé. She comes home expecting celebration… and instead finds him dying in his own blood. Standing over him is a man with steel-cold eyes and a scarred face.
Without a word, he takes her.
No breathing room. No warning. You’re thrown straight into the darkness💀
Her captor asks for one thing only: she must become his wife. No explanations. No mercy. Just possession.
Celestine refuses to submit completely, clinging to hatred as her only shield against breaking. Zagreus is cruel, dominant, unreadable…and terrifyingly obsessed. He demands absolute obedience, yet his behavior hints at something deeper, something broken beneath the violence.
As the story unfolds, cracks begin to show. Zagreus is not just a monster - he is a man shaped by devastating loss. His past bleeds through his control, revealing grief, obsession, and secrets he refuses to name. He watches Celestine too closely, protects her too fiercely, as if losing her is not an option.
Then comes the bargain.
Zagreus offers her a deal. Her past, the mysteries surrounding her life, and especially about her dead mother. But the price is absolute: he wants to claim her, body and soul😳🔥
Each answer comes with a cost, and the deeper Celestine digs, the more she realizes the truth may destroy her far more than captivity ever could.
Her memories are fragmented. Her past feels wrong, incomplete. And the man holding her prisoner may be the only one who knows who she truly is.
Disgust, fear, and hatred blur into desire and forbidden longing. She doesn’t understand her attraction to her captor and that confusion makes everything even darker.
And that ending?
Completely unhinged. Emotional damage was absolutely intentional. I need book 2 NOWWWWW!!!
His Dark Claim is dark, obsessive, psychologically intense, and brutally addictive. If you love morally black characters, power imbalance, obsession, and twisted emotional tension, this book will crawl under your skin and refuse to leave😏🖤
Read the trigger warnings. Then proceed at your own risk🖤🔥
Thank you BookSirens and the author, Luna Sads, for the gifted eARC✨
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️
OMG. What was that?! I am completely blown away. I did not see this coming at all. I’m still in shock.
Fans of dark, very dark, pitch-black romance, welcome : this book is your new obsession🤯🔥🔥🔥
From the very first chapter, the story hits hard. Celestine is an art gallery painter, living a seemingly quiet and stable life with her fiancé. She comes home expecting celebration… and instead finds him dying in his own blood. Standing over him is a man with steel-cold eyes and a scarred face.
Without a word, he takes her.
No breathing room. No warning. You’re thrown straight into the darkness💀
Her captor asks for one thing only: she must become his wife. No explanations. No mercy. Just possession.
Celestine refuses to submit completely, clinging to hatred as her only shield against breaking. Zagreus is cruel, dominant, unreadable…and terrifyingly obsessed. He demands absolute obedience, yet his behavior hints at something deeper, something broken beneath the violence.
As the story unfolds, cracks begin to show. Zagreus is not just a monster - he is a man shaped by devastating loss. His past bleeds through his control, revealing grief, obsession, and secrets he refuses to name. He watches Celestine too closely, protects her too fiercely, as if losing her is not an option.
Then comes the bargain.
Zagreus offers her a deal. Her past, the mysteries surrounding her life, and especially about her dead mother. But the price is absolute: he wants to claim her, body and soul😳🔥
Each answer comes with a cost, and the deeper Celestine digs, the more she realizes the truth may destroy her far more than captivity ever could.
Her memories are fragmented. Her past feels wrong, incomplete. And the man holding her prisoner may be the only one who knows who she truly is.
Disgust, fear, and hatred blur into desire and forbidden longing. She doesn’t understand her attraction to her captor and that confusion makes everything even darker.
And that ending?
Completely unhinged. Emotional damage was absolutely intentional. I need book 2 NOWWWWW!!!
His Dark Claim is dark, obsessive, psychologically intense, and brutally addictive. If you love morally black characters, power imbalance, obsession, and twisted emotional tension, this book will crawl under your skin and refuse to leave😏🖤
Read the trigger warnings. Then proceed at your own risk🖤🔥
Thank you BookSirens and the author, Luna Sads, for the gifted eARC✨
December 27, 2025
⚠️ Content Warning: This book contains kidnapping, violence, forced marriage, and dub-con bordering on non-con. Please read the trigger warnings before starting.
His Dark Claim was one of those books that completely blindsided me. I struggled through the beginning… and then suddenly I couldn’t put it down… and then when I finished, I couldn’t stop thinking about it. Luna Sads is a new-to-me author, and her writing style is hauntingly effective, especially with the use of a deeply unreliable first-person narrator. The story constantly makes you question what’s real, what’s manipulation, and what’s desire and that tension becomes just as addictive as the romance itself.
Zagreus is unapologetically dark, obsessive, and morally grey to the core, while the FMC is caught in a brutal push-pull between hatred and desire. She despises him for what he’s done… yet her body keeps betraying her, and that internal conflict is the heartbeat of this story. Their relationship is toxic, possessive, and psychologically intense, but that’s exactly what makes it impossible to look away. Every interaction feels like a power struggle wrapped in chemistry.
The pacing starts slow but once it hits its stride, it hits hard. I stayed up way too late just to see how deep the spiral would go and now I’m dying to read Part II because with the promise of an HEA, I need to know how Luna plans to untangle this beautiful disaster.
The spice is frequent, shocking, and emotionally charged rather than graphically explicit, but the consent dynamics are intentionally murky again, please read the warnings if this is a sensitive area for you.
This was one of the most confusing-but-addictive dark romances I’ve read in a long time, and I’m absolutely hooked for the rest of the duet.
If you like:
🖤 Lords of Pain (The Lords series)
🖤 365 Days
🖤 Rosa Lee’s dark, obsessive anti-heroes
🖤 Kidnapping, forced marriage & morally grey MMCs
—you’ll want to grab this immediately.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Thank you for the opportunity to read this first!
His Dark Claim was one of those books that completely blindsided me. I struggled through the beginning… and then suddenly I couldn’t put it down… and then when I finished, I couldn’t stop thinking about it. Luna Sads is a new-to-me author, and her writing style is hauntingly effective, especially with the use of a deeply unreliable first-person narrator. The story constantly makes you question what’s real, what’s manipulation, and what’s desire and that tension becomes just as addictive as the romance itself.
Zagreus is unapologetically dark, obsessive, and morally grey to the core, while the FMC is caught in a brutal push-pull between hatred and desire. She despises him for what he’s done… yet her body keeps betraying her, and that internal conflict is the heartbeat of this story. Their relationship is toxic, possessive, and psychologically intense, but that’s exactly what makes it impossible to look away. Every interaction feels like a power struggle wrapped in chemistry.
The pacing starts slow but once it hits its stride, it hits hard. I stayed up way too late just to see how deep the spiral would go and now I’m dying to read Part II because with the promise of an HEA, I need to know how Luna plans to untangle this beautiful disaster.
The spice is frequent, shocking, and emotionally charged rather than graphically explicit, but the consent dynamics are intentionally murky again, please read the warnings if this is a sensitive area for you.
This was one of the most confusing-but-addictive dark romances I’ve read in a long time, and I’m absolutely hooked for the rest of the duet.
If you like:
🖤 Lords of Pain (The Lords series)
🖤 365 Days
🖤 Rosa Lee’s dark, obsessive anti-heroes
🖤 Kidnapping, forced marriage & morally grey MMCs
—you’ll want to grab this immediately.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Thank you for the opportunity to read this first!
December 16, 2025
First things first - Loved Luna's writing style. I have read only dual POVs so far so I wasn't sure if I could stay invested in just FM's POV throughout the book. But I did and I liked it.
Now let's start with the review - The story starts with a very dark note of blood/murder/kidnapping and eventually a forced marriage. So it glues you instantly. Celestine finds her fiancé dead on their anniversary and gets kidnapped by Zagreus Vitale. His obsession with her is undeniable. She doesn't even know him or atleast she doesn't remember knowing him. Among the angst, anger, grief and being caged, there are secrets of her life that only Zagreus knows, and he refuses to unravel them. The middle section of the book felt slightly dragged with Celestine's repetitive feeling/monologue about being caged. the fight between her body and mind, her question her life, who she really was. That said - she does take some brave steps in a few chapters that finally give her some clue.
The last few chapters were amazing and fast paced. We get a glimpse that Celestine might have a stronger character (the one she doesn't remember) and Zagreus, oh man, I wasn't falling for this man but I did. To name this Dark Romance might not do justice, this is Dark Love. And I wanted to explore more but it ends on a cliffhanger.
Things I Loved
• Zagreus’ dialogues—sharp, commanding, and unforgettable.
• My love–hate relationship with the riddles he played. Frustrating? Yes. Entertaining? Absolutely. They added intrigue and kept me hooked.
Things I Expected More From
• While this is dark romance/dark love—and I enjoyed that—but the initial chapters leaned more toward lust.
• How quicky Celestine started feeling something for him, especially considering everything he put her through. I would have loved to see him earn that shift in her emotions a bit more before it happened.
Now let's start with the review - The story starts with a very dark note of blood/murder/kidnapping and eventually a forced marriage. So it glues you instantly. Celestine finds her fiancé dead on their anniversary and gets kidnapped by Zagreus Vitale. His obsession with her is undeniable. She doesn't even know him or atleast she doesn't remember knowing him. Among the angst, anger, grief and being caged, there are secrets of her life that only Zagreus knows, and he refuses to unravel them. The middle section of the book felt slightly dragged with Celestine's repetitive feeling/monologue about being caged. the fight between her body and mind, her question her life, who she really was. That said - she does take some brave steps in a few chapters that finally give her some clue.
The last few chapters were amazing and fast paced. We get a glimpse that Celestine might have a stronger character (the one she doesn't remember) and Zagreus, oh man, I wasn't falling for this man but I did. To name this Dark Romance might not do justice, this is Dark Love. And I wanted to explore more but it ends on a cliffhanger.
Things I Loved
• Zagreus’ dialogues—sharp, commanding, and unforgettable.
• My love–hate relationship with the riddles he played. Frustrating? Yes. Entertaining? Absolutely. They added intrigue and kept me hooked.
Things I Expected More From
• While this is dark romance/dark love—and I enjoyed that—but the initial chapters leaned more toward lust.
• How quicky Celestine started feeling something for him, especially considering everything he put her through. I would have loved to see him earn that shift in her emotions a bit more before it happened.
Review of advance copy
I went into His Dark Claim knowing it would be dark, but I was not prepared for how completely it would consume me. From the very first chapter, Zagreus Vitale pulled me into his ruthless world and refused to let me go. This is not just a dark romance — it’s a story drenched in obsession, power, and emotional conflict.
Zagreus is everything he’s promised to be: merciless, terrifying, and utterly magnetic. The forced marriage trope is handled in such a tense, emotionally charged way that every interaction between him and the heroine feels dangerous and intimate at the same time. I loved how the author slowly peeled back his layers — the way he claims her, protects her, and yet remains a constant threat. He’s a true morally grey anti-hero, and I couldn’t stop questioning whether to fear him or crave him.
The chemistry is intense, raw, and addictive. Every touch feels like a warning, every kiss like a declaration of ownership. What truly stood out to me was the emotional push and pull — the hatred fighting desire, the trauma clashing with longing. The internal struggle of the heroine felt real, painful, and heartbreakingly honest.
I literally stayed up all night reading because I had to know what would happen next. The ending left me desperate for more, and I am already counting the days until Part II. Knowing this is only the beginning of their story makes the wait both thrilling and torturous.
Thank you so much to the author for trusting me with an advance copy of this book. It was an unforgettable reading experience, and I am beyond excited to continue this dark, twisted love story in the next installment.
Highly recommended for dark romance lovers who enjoy obsession, forced marriage, and dangerously irresistible anti-heroes. 🖤🔥
Zagreus is everything he’s promised to be: merciless, terrifying, and utterly magnetic. The forced marriage trope is handled in such a tense, emotionally charged way that every interaction between him and the heroine feels dangerous and intimate at the same time. I loved how the author slowly peeled back his layers — the way he claims her, protects her, and yet remains a constant threat. He’s a true morally grey anti-hero, and I couldn’t stop questioning whether to fear him or crave him.
The chemistry is intense, raw, and addictive. Every touch feels like a warning, every kiss like a declaration of ownership. What truly stood out to me was the emotional push and pull — the hatred fighting desire, the trauma clashing with longing. The internal struggle of the heroine felt real, painful, and heartbreakingly honest.
I literally stayed up all night reading because I had to know what would happen next. The ending left me desperate for more, and I am already counting the days until Part II. Knowing this is only the beginning of their story makes the wait both thrilling and torturous.
Thank you so much to the author for trusting me with an advance copy of this book. It was an unforgettable reading experience, and I am beyond excited to continue this dark, twisted love story in the next installment.
Highly recommended for dark romance lovers who enjoy obsession, forced marriage, and dangerously irresistible anti-heroes. 🖤🔥
December 29, 2025
I went into ‘His Dark Claim’ knowing it was an intense dark romance but this book isn’t just a dip a toe into darkness type, no it locks the door and throws away the key! I loved it, but I like dark! From the start the atmosphere is heavy, possessive and so intense.. with a relationship dynamic that’s meant to be unsettling as much as it is addictive.
This isn’t a story you read for any type of comfort read, you read cause you want that darkness hit. It’s a story you read while side eyeing the page while thinking ‘hmm this is messed up’ and then immediately turning to the next page and keep reading anyway.
The possessiveness is extreme, the power imbalance between the characters is totally intentional with the romance living in that uncomfortable space where attraction and fear blur together constantly.
What stood out to me most is how unapologetic the book about what is happening throughout. Luna Sads doesn’t soften the characters to make them more likable and honestly, that’s part of what works in my opinion, and is definitely dark romance. The MMC isn’t meant to be redeemed easily, if at all, and the FMC’s reactions feel messy and very human and not strong or saintly. It made the dynamic feel raw instead of predictable.
This book will absolutely not work for everyone. If you need clear moral lines or gentle emotional handling and sweet couples, this will be too much for you. But if you like dark romance that actually commits to being dark and makes you a little uncomfortable with how invested you are as you read, then this delivers.
Did I love every moment? No. I mean it’s dark.. Did I stop reading or thinking about it after I finished? Again no. And am I waiting on book two? YES!
Just be sure to check the content warnings before diving in.
This isn’t a story you read for any type of comfort read, you read cause you want that darkness hit. It’s a story you read while side eyeing the page while thinking ‘hmm this is messed up’ and then immediately turning to the next page and keep reading anyway.
The possessiveness is extreme, the power imbalance between the characters is totally intentional with the romance living in that uncomfortable space where attraction and fear blur together constantly.
What stood out to me most is how unapologetic the book about what is happening throughout. Luna Sads doesn’t soften the characters to make them more likable and honestly, that’s part of what works in my opinion, and is definitely dark romance. The MMC isn’t meant to be redeemed easily, if at all, and the FMC’s reactions feel messy and very human and not strong or saintly. It made the dynamic feel raw instead of predictable.
This book will absolutely not work for everyone. If you need clear moral lines or gentle emotional handling and sweet couples, this will be too much for you. But if you like dark romance that actually commits to being dark and makes you a little uncomfortable with how invested you are as you read, then this delivers.
Did I love every moment? No. I mean it’s dark.. Did I stop reading or thinking about it after I finished? Again no. And am I waiting on book two? YES!
Just be sure to check the content warnings before diving in.
December 20, 2025
Celestine came home to find her fiancé unalived by a man named Zagreus, who kidnapped her and forced her to marry him.
The start is intense. I was so angry at Zagerous; he was cruel and controlling. But over time, I realized that there was so much more to him and to the story. It's cloaked in mystery, full of secrets and will leave you in suspense. I ended up loving him and his true devotion to Celestine. I also appreciated that there wasn't any over-the-top drama.
Zagerous ended up being protective, dominant and very possessive of Celestine. He knew there were dangers she was unaware of, and he was going to ensure she was safe. And Celestine was resilient and strong in her own way. She was confused as to why he was keeping her and why he unalived her fiancé.
I had theories of the twists I knew would eventually come, and I can't wait for book 2 to see how it all plays out.
I really loved this book - I couldn't put this book down!! If you're okay with the TW/CW's, then I highly recommend!!
Overall: 4.75 out of 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐.75
Spice/Heat Intensity: 5 out of 5 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Main Characters: Zagreus & Celestine
Nickname: Dolcezza
Darkness: 5 out of 5 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤
Type of book: MF, 1st Person POV
Reading Order: Duet - Must be read in order
Title: The Eternal Ruin Duet- His Dark Claim: Book 1
Ending Type: Cliffhanger
*OTT Possessive, obsessive, dominant, fiercely loyal and protective MMC
*Eyes only for her
*Secrets and Twists
*Dub and Non Con
*MINE!
*Kidnapping and Captivity
*No cheating or sharing
⚠️ This book has descriptive parts that may be offensive or triggering to some. Please check all the authors' TW/CW before reading! 18+
*I received an early copy of this book & am voluntarily leaving this review.
The start is intense. I was so angry at Zagerous; he was cruel and controlling. But over time, I realized that there was so much more to him and to the story. It's cloaked in mystery, full of secrets and will leave you in suspense. I ended up loving him and his true devotion to Celestine. I also appreciated that there wasn't any over-the-top drama.
Zagerous ended up being protective, dominant and very possessive of Celestine. He knew there were dangers she was unaware of, and he was going to ensure she was safe. And Celestine was resilient and strong in her own way. She was confused as to why he was keeping her and why he unalived her fiancé.
I had theories of the twists I knew would eventually come, and I can't wait for book 2 to see how it all plays out.
I really loved this book - I couldn't put this book down!! If you're okay with the TW/CW's, then I highly recommend!!
Overall: 4.75 out of 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐.75
Spice/Heat Intensity: 5 out of 5 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Main Characters: Zagreus & Celestine
Nickname: Dolcezza
Darkness: 5 out of 5 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤
Type of book: MF, 1st Person POV
Reading Order: Duet - Must be read in order
Title: The Eternal Ruin Duet- His Dark Claim: Book 1
Ending Type: Cliffhanger
*OTT Possessive, obsessive, dominant, fiercely loyal and protective MMC
*Eyes only for her
*Secrets and Twists
*Dub and Non Con
*MINE!
*Kidnapping and Captivity
*No cheating or sharing
⚠️ This book has descriptive parts that may be offensive or triggering to some. Please check all the authors' TW/CW before reading! 18+
*I received an early copy of this book & am voluntarily leaving this review.
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