Static

Mayhem Motel

by Marie Ann

The first time I laid eyes on Madison Payne, I knew he was mine.

He was such a surprising little treat to find within the walls of Mayhem Motel. Devoured by his fear, he became so malleable and submissive… for me.

I couldn’t possibly let him go.

But then he left, and I had no other choice but to find him again—by any means necessary.

And I did.

His fear consumed him once more, but he fell into me with a beauty and grace I could’ve only dreamed of.

I finally found the parallel to my shadow.

And now, we return to Mayhem. Back to where we began.

337 pages, Kindle Edition

Expected publication February 13, 2026

About the author

Marie Ann is a writer of the weird and unorthodox who loves spending their free time reading fanfic and bingeing their favorite shows and movies.
If you liked what you read, stalk them!㋛︎
www.authormarieann.com

Reviews

[Brittany St Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

We originally met Static in the Phobia anthology, and I was obsessed with him and Madison then—even more so now. Static is obsessive, compulsive, and truly intrigued by Madison. Madison is terrified, and his fear compels Static, but it's because of Static that Madison learns more about who he is and how capable he is. Madison's life before his experience at Mayhem Motel wasn't easy, and his life after becomes confusing desire, but he's able to process it and see what he truly wants and needs. He questions a lot, but he's able to see that what's been happening between Static and himself is something that is needed. Static makes Madison stronger. He helps Madison see clearly through his restrictions caused by his upbringing. Their relationship isn't standard. How they come to be is so outside the box, but it's what they both needed. Mads needed to see that what he wants isn't wrong, and Static needed to see that there is someone who will want him for exactly who he is. Static loves deeply while simultaneously being entirely consumed by his need to have Madison.

Their story grips you, and you can feel their emotions as if you're standing right next to them. Their fear, happiness, sadness, obsession, and love. It's all there, and it's....wonderful. I loved every single moment of their story, and I hope we get to see more from Mayhem Motel.

[Danni Crass · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am not really a fan of being scared especially haunted houses, so I really felt the fear Madison felt throughout his time with Mayhem. I remember meeting them in the Anthology and really wanted to read more about them. It was a long road and I am glad to be able to see more of their story. It was possessive, obsessive, and oh so deliciously dark. My heart did go for them when they both had their own internal demons to battle; but I cheered for them when they finally found a way to win against them. I cheered when Madi stood up to his parents and swooned when he accepted Static for who he is, psychopath and all. Another beautifully dark read from Marie Ann, ceases to never disappoint.

[ashlee ❤ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Static + Madison

-mm dark romance
-romantic horror
-first times
-primal play
-fear/blood play
-stalker

ohhhh hohohooo this series is going to be soooo dang good!! this motel is CREEPY AF & its going to make each of the characters stories that much more intriguing!! but i loooovvveee how gone static was for mads! omg they were sooooo cute & i'm so obsessed!!