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KRAVEN
207 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 29, 2026
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Shelly Gray
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March 9, 2026
LOVED this! Had me hooked from page one and could not put it down! Bella is a shy bookstore owner who starts a Booktok account where she connects with Kraven who brings her naughtier side out. Kraven may also be her stalker who is a member of an MC and not bad on the eyes. A total opposites attract! Kraven is possessive, protective and lethal! The way he cares for her and their connection is top tier! Shelly Gray IS the queen of dark romance and I always devour her books!
March 11, 2026
Dedication:
“To all the shy good girl book nerds that secretly have a thing for the bad boy bikers, stalkers, and morally gray men. This one is for you.”
Honestly the dedication alone had me.
This book follows Bella, who is a shy, introverted bookworm that owns a bookstore and mostly keeps to herself. She’s the quiet good girl type who doesn’t really see her own worth. Then there’s Kraven a tatted biker with a violent past and a reputation for chaos. Total opposite energy.
I loved reading about Bella slowly come out of her shell. Kraven is definitely morally gray, but when it comes to Bella you can see that softer side of him.
Can’t forget about Bishop, he is the side character you will want on your side. Kinda hoping to see his story be told in future (hint hint Shelly)
This one definitely gets dark though. Some of the tropes are who hurt you, revenge, and stalking, and there are some heavy themes in the story, so definitely check the trigger warnings before going in.
Also just a heads up there are spoilers for Shelly Gray’s other books Don’t Run and Crazy Beautiful.
“To all the shy good girl book nerds that secretly have a thing for the bad boy bikers, stalkers, and morally gray men. This one is for you.”
Honestly the dedication alone had me.
This book follows Bella, who is a shy, introverted bookworm that owns a bookstore and mostly keeps to herself. She’s the quiet good girl type who doesn’t really see her own worth. Then there’s Kraven a tatted biker with a violent past and a reputation for chaos. Total opposite energy.
I loved reading about Bella slowly come out of her shell. Kraven is definitely morally gray, but when it comes to Bella you can see that softer side of him.
Can’t forget about Bishop, he is the side character you will want on your side. Kinda hoping to see his story be told in future (hint hint Shelly)
This one definitely gets dark though. Some of the tropes are who hurt you, revenge, and stalking, and there are some heavy themes in the story, so definitely check the trigger warnings before going in.
Also just a heads up there are spoilers for Shelly Gray’s other books Don’t Run and Crazy Beautiful.
Review of advance copy received from Author
*I was not paid to leave this review*
Where do I even start? The one thing I love about Shelly's writing is that she doesn't need fluff. She pulls you right into her story and it's non stop from page one to the last sentence. And can we talk about the the playlist!? Sleep Token!? *Chef's kiss*
Kraven is the overprotective, possessive biker boyfriend that everyone needs and wants. Throughout the book, you'll see how he wants to protect her from the darkness even though she's already been through it, he cares so deeply for her and it oozes off the pages.
Bella is just like many of us, jaded past with traumas, loves reading and has a taste for the darker side of life. Shelly always gives the FMC her moment to heal from their past and Bella DEFINITELY got her healing moment in this one. (No spoilers)
Now onto Bishop, Kraven's ride or die best friend. *Swoon*...Bishop is a side character who really shouldn't be considered a side character at all. He has VERY strong MMC vibes. Bishop is the guy who will be there the minute you call him no questions asked and has a mysterious darkness to him that makes your stomach do "the thing" and I really hope that he gets his own spin off because I would absolutely 100% read it. This book has amazing characters, great plot, and the perfect amount of dark romance to make you want to inhale this whole book then read it again immediately.
Overall, this book has a perfect mix of what you're looking for, hands down- 5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Where do I even start? The one thing I love about Shelly's writing is that she doesn't need fluff. She pulls you right into her story and it's non stop from page one to the last sentence. And can we talk about the the playlist!? Sleep Token!? *Chef's kiss*
Kraven is the overprotective, possessive biker boyfriend that everyone needs and wants. Throughout the book, you'll see how he wants to protect her from the darkness even though she's already been through it, he cares so deeply for her and it oozes off the pages.
Bella is just like many of us, jaded past with traumas, loves reading and has a taste for the darker side of life. Shelly always gives the FMC her moment to heal from their past and Bella DEFINITELY got her healing moment in this one. (No spoilers)
Now onto Bishop, Kraven's ride or die best friend. *Swoon*...Bishop is a side character who really shouldn't be considered a side character at all. He has VERY strong MMC vibes. Bishop is the guy who will be there the minute you call him no questions asked and has a mysterious darkness to him that makes your stomach do "the thing" and I really hope that he gets his own spin off because I would absolutely 100% read it. This book has amazing characters, great plot, and the perfect amount of dark romance to make you want to inhale this whole book then read it again immediately.
Overall, this book has a perfect mix of what you're looking for, hands down- 5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Review of advance copy received from Author
Bella was never meant to be seen…
until he made it impossible to hide.
Kraven pulled me all the way back into why I fell in love with BookTok, dark romance, and stories that consume you.
Shelly Grey doesn’t just write, she immerses. Every scene feels intentional. Every moment carries weight. She never sacrifices plot for spice, but when the tension hits? You feel it. The slow build, the emotional pull, the way desire and vulnerability intertwine… it’s done so well.
And Kraven…
Every time he said:
“Bella, look at me… it’s just you and me, baby.”
That wasn’t just dialogue.
That was a feeling.
Because underneath the chaos, the darkness, the obsession… there’s something deeper. That craving to be seen, chosen, protected… not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. That kind of trust? That kind of connection? That’s everything.
And let’s talk about Bishop!!! Because I’m not okay.
Unhinged, chaotic, funny as hell, but also loyal in a way that makes you pause. There’s something about him that lingers… and I need his story.
This wasn’t just a biker/stalker/dark romance to me.
It was a reminder of why I love morally gray men, messy emotions, and stories that blur the line between danger and devotion.
Dark. Addictive. Emotional.
until he made it impossible to hide.
Kraven pulled me all the way back into why I fell in love with BookTok, dark romance, and stories that consume you.
Shelly Grey doesn’t just write, she immerses. Every scene feels intentional. Every moment carries weight. She never sacrifices plot for spice, but when the tension hits? You feel it. The slow build, the emotional pull, the way desire and vulnerability intertwine… it’s done so well.
And Kraven…
Every time he said:
“Bella, look at me… it’s just you and me, baby.”
That wasn’t just dialogue.
That was a feeling.
Because underneath the chaos, the darkness, the obsession… there’s something deeper. That craving to be seen, chosen, protected… not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. That kind of trust? That kind of connection? That’s everything.
And let’s talk about Bishop!!! Because I’m not okay.
Unhinged, chaotic, funny as hell, but also loyal in a way that makes you pause. There’s something about him that lingers… and I need his story.
This wasn’t just a biker/stalker/dark romance to me.
It was a reminder of why I love morally gray men, messy emotions, and stories that blur the line between danger and devotion.
Dark. Addictive. Emotional.
April 29, 2026
I had the pleasure of receiving this as an e-ARC will voluntarily be giving my honest review. If you like dark romance books, you will definitely love this book. The FMC is a shy bookstore owner who starts a booktok account on TikTok and the MMC also starts an account and notices her and starts DMing her and starts stalking her. Fell in love with this book from the very start had me hooked. Please check your triggers!!
“Bella was a shy, introverted book nerd who didn’t know her own beauty or self-worth until he started stalking her. Through months of DM’s, flirtatious banter, and sexting, Kraven slowly began drawing Bella from her shell. Would it be enough? Was it possible to fall in love with a stalker, who happened to be a tatted biker, with a trail of death and chaos?
Warning
This story contains graphic torture, death, and sex scenes. Physical violence against women, including rape, but not by the MMC. Stalking, and a one-time threesome”
“Bella was a shy, introverted book nerd who didn’t know her own beauty or self-worth until he started stalking her. Through months of DM’s, flirtatious banter, and sexting, Kraven slowly began drawing Bella from her shell. Would it be enough? Was it possible to fall in love with a stalker, who happened to be a tatted biker, with a trail of death and chaos?
Warning
This story contains graphic torture, death, and sex scenes. Physical violence against women, including rape, but not by the MMC. Stalking, and a one-time threesome”
Review of advance copy received from Author
From the very first chapter, I was hooked. Kraven is intense, possessive, and unapologetically dominant — but what makes him unforgettable is the depth beneath the darkness. Shelly Gray has this incredible way of writing morally gray men who feel dangerous yet protective, ruthless yet completely devoted.
The chemistry? Explosive.
The tension? Off the charts.
The emotional pull? So much deeper than I expected.
I loved how the story balanced grit and vulnerability. It wasn’t just dark romance for shock value — it had heart, pain, obsession, and growth. The push and pull between the characters had me flipping pages way past bedtime.
Shelly Gray continues to prove why she’s one of my favorite dark romance authors. If you love intense alpha heroes, high-stakes emotion, and stories that blur the line between danger and devotion, you NEED this book.
The chemistry? Explosive.
The tension? Off the charts.
The emotional pull? So much deeper than I expected.
I loved how the story balanced grit and vulnerability. It wasn’t just dark romance for shock value — it had heart, pain, obsession, and growth. The push and pull between the characters had me flipping pages way past bedtime.
Shelly Gray continues to prove why she’s one of my favorite dark romance authors. If you love intense alpha heroes, high-stakes emotion, and stories that blur the line between danger and devotion, you NEED this book.
May 14, 2026
Kraven is a dark romance that fully embraces obsession, danger, and emotional vulnerability. The FMC Bella, a shy and isolated woman with internal traumas who slowly becomes consumed with Kraven (MMC), a biker whose fixation on her is a thin line between devotion and obsession. What starts as online flirtation quickly spirals into something much darker and more intense.
The chemistry between Bella and Kraven is unmatched. Shelly always does a great job balancing emotional intimacy with suspense, making readers constantly question. Bella’s transformation from insecure and withdrawn to more confident also adds emotional depth to the romance.
Now on to Bishop, Kraven's closest friend. This is a brotherhood and the loyal energy is felt throughout the book. Bishop is more than just a supporting biker character and deserves an MMC role.
The chemistry between Bella and Kraven is unmatched. Shelly always does a great job balancing emotional intimacy with suspense, making readers constantly question. Bella’s transformation from insecure and withdrawn to more confident also adds emotional depth to the romance.
Now on to Bishop, Kraven's closest friend. This is a brotherhood and the loyal energy is felt throughout the book. Bishop is more than just a supporting biker character and deserves an MMC role.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book is dark, seductive, and completely consuming. Bella is beautiful and shy, a quiet presence—but her stalker is anything but. He commands every room he walks into and holds Bella’s attention with an intensity that’s impossible to ignore. The tension is so well written, you’ll feel like you’re being watched right alongside her. And make no mistake—nothing will stand in his way of claiming her.
Kraven is everything you crave in a book boyfriend: powerful, possessive, and dangerous, yet unexpectedly gentle with Bella in ways that catch you off guard. The darkness woven throughout the story fits perfectly with the plot, creating an atmosphere that’s both haunting and addictive.
Definitely check your triggers.
Kraven is everything you crave in a book boyfriend: powerful, possessive, and dangerous, yet unexpectedly gentle with Bella in ways that catch you off guard. The darkness woven throughout the story fits perfectly with the plot, creating an atmosphere that’s both haunting and addictive.
Definitely check your triggers.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Just a shy book loving girl (Bella) and a hot biker boy (Kraven) who secretly stalkers her online & in real life, right under her nose, what more could you want....Oh wait his bestfriend Bishop who is the ideal book boyfriend. A pretty boy who's crazy smart but alittle psycho.
I devoured this book in a day! The way Shelly writes just draws me in every time. I thought I loved Don't run little mouse but Im OBSESSED with this book..... especially ch. 21 holyyy HOT! Thanks for giving this why choose girly exactly what she wanted!!
Check your trigger warnings!!
Short Read
10/10 Recommend
Tropes:
Age Gap- him 33/her 25
Biker
Sercret Identity(Online)
Booktoker
Stalker
Masked
I devoured this book in a day! The way Shelly writes just draws me in every time. I thought I loved Don't run little mouse but Im OBSESSED with this book..... especially ch. 21 holyyy HOT! Thanks for giving this why choose girly exactly what she wanted!!
Check your trigger warnings!!
Short Read
10/10 Recommend
Tropes:
Age Gap- him 33/her 25
Biker
Sercret Identity(Online)
Booktoker
Stalker
Masked
March 4, 2026
If you love dark romance then this is a great read for you! You have Bella a shy FMC who owns a book store and starts a booktok account on TikTok. Kraven has already noticed Bella in passing and decides to start a booktok and he dms her.
This book has stalker, who hurt you, revenge and a hea. I did not want to put this down!! Shelly’s writing makes you want to keep going and pulls you in. Check your triggers if you have them!!
This book has stalker, who hurt you, revenge and a hea. I did not want to put this down!! Shelly’s writing makes you want to keep going and pulls you in. Check your triggers if you have them!!
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book is dark and delicious. Bella is beautiful and shy, but her Stalker is definitely not. He commands the room and Bella’s attention so perfectly. You feel like you’re being stalked yourself. 😆No one will get in his way to own her. Kraven is all things you want in a book boyfriend yet he is gentle with her in a way that is surprising. Darkness falls all around this plot with a perfect fit. Check your triggers and as always happy reading.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Woah! This book was so good! I received it as an ARC and Kraven by Shelly Gray absolutely consumed me. From the very first page, I was hooked on the intensity, the tension, and the emotional pull between Bella and Kraven. This isn’t your typical romance. it's dark, obsessive, and at times unsettling but that’s exactly what makes it so addictive.
Definitely check your trigger warnings ⚠️
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Definitely check your trigger warnings ⚠️
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Review of advance copy received from Author
Absolutely loved this book ! Love how FMC is a bookstore owner of dark romance books and that she read the other books by Shelly. The story was so good and who doesn’t love a biker who loves smut ?! Touch her and die man who will do anything for his woman. If you haven’t read any of these books I highly recommend you do so !
Review of advance copy received from Author
What an incredible read!
The Bad bod who stalks the “good girl”!
Opposites attract!
Shy little book store owner Bella finds out she has a tik tok stalker.. who actually is Nextdoor and little does she know her worlds about to get a little dirty.
Shelly Gray always makes me fall so in love with her characters.
A modern day stalking!
The Bad bod who stalks the “good girl”!
Opposites attract!
Shy little book store owner Bella finds out she has a tik tok stalker.. who actually is Nextdoor and little does she know her worlds about to get a little dirty.
Shelly Gray always makes me fall so in love with her characters.
A modern day stalking!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Another amazing story from this author. Meeting Kraven makes you want to go find a motorcycle club! I love how the author intertwined some of her other books and plots in to this one. Definitely excited to see what's in store for this story line.
Review of advance copy received from Indie Reviewers
As always, Shelly wrote yet another masterpiece! Going into this one, I adored the FMC, your shy book nerd, (uhm hello, me) and loved that the MMC brought her out of her shell. This one satiated my need for another biker book bf. Obviously I will be purchasing a shelf trophy! 🤭 5/5 ⭐️
May 2, 2026
Decent
4.5⭐️/3🌶
This was a new author for me and it was a decent read. A bit confusing, cuz details would change and some conversations or scenes were a bit cringy, but as I said it was a decent read. I like the idea behind the book, I just wish it was better executed.
4.5⭐️/3🌶
This was a new author for me and it was a decent read. A bit confusing, cuz details would change and some conversations or scenes were a bit cringy, but as I said it was a decent read. I like the idea behind the book, I just wish it was better executed.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book was fantastic. Loved every minute of it. Kraven, Bishop, and Bella are great characters and really enjoyed them.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Wow! Another amazing story from an incredible author! I loved the story line and the characters! Amazingly written.
May 14, 2026
Kraven grabs you and doesn’t let go
Kraven by Shelly Gray grabs ahold of you, immerses you in the story and is a roller coaster you can’t get off. Couldn’t put it down!
Kraven by Shelly Gray grabs ahold of you, immerses you in the story and is a roller coaster you can’t get off. Couldn’t put it down!
Review of advance copy received from Author
📖 Book Review: Kraven by Shelly Gray
Check your triggers on this one—seriously. This is probably the darkest book I’ve read from Shelly so far.
For me personally? I loved it.
It had those touch-her-and-you-die vibes that I will eat up every single time 👀🔥
But let me be real—this book is not for everyone.
If dark romance isn’t your thing, this one might be a hard pass.
You’ve got:
* MC (motorcycle club) romance
* Dark themes
* Some very intense, spicy scenes (we’re talking next-level smut)
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4 stars)
I was hooked… but whew, it’s heavy.
Check your triggers on this one—seriously. This is probably the darkest book I’ve read from Shelly so far.
For me personally? I loved it.
It had those touch-her-and-you-die vibes that I will eat up every single time 👀🔥
But let me be real—this book is not for everyone.
If dark romance isn’t your thing, this one might be a hard pass.
You’ve got:
* MC (motorcycle club) romance
* Dark themes
* Some very intense, spicy scenes (we’re talking next-level smut)
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4 stars)
I was hooked… but whew, it’s heavy.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Booktok meets biketok is this dark romance !!!
I absolutely loved this!!!
Bella the shy, dark romance reading bookstore owner...
Kraven the badass biker that will do anything to protect what's his...
The chemistry between the characters is top notch.
Shelly has a way of making you fall in love with main characters and truly hate the "bad guys".
This books is the best of both worlds. Spicy and sweet.
I absolutely loved they way Shelly puts some of her other books in the story.
There are some heavy subjects so please check your triggers.
I absolutely loved this!!!
Bella the shy, dark romance reading bookstore owner...
Kraven the badass biker that will do anything to protect what's his...
The chemistry between the characters is top notch.
Shelly has a way of making you fall in love with main characters and truly hate the "bad guys".
This books is the best of both worlds. Spicy and sweet.
I absolutely loved they way Shelly puts some of her other books in the story.
There are some heavy subjects so please check your triggers.
April 15, 2026
OMG I love this book. The story pulled me right in. I felt like I was Becca character. It was just absolutely amazing. I love that we get little Easter eggs in this book that talks about other stories that she wrote that we have fallen in love with. I can’t wait for the audio. This is the book for all of us bookish girlie that would love to step out of our little boundaries and do some of the fantasies we read.
Review of advance copy received from Author
✨Kraven
If you love:
🔹Masked MMC
🔹Bookish FMC
🔹Morally gray MMC
🔹Biker
🔹Touch her and ☠️
🔹Secret identity
Imagine a quiet, shy BookTok girlie 📚 who loves getting lost in dark romances, owns her own bookstore, and has no clue she’s being watched by a secret admirer… 👀 That’s Bella. Sweet, a little reserved, but with a taste for the darker side of love. 🖤
Then there’s Kraven… the man in the shadows. Watching. Protecting. Waiting. 🫣
This book packed in plenty of spice 🌶️ and a solid plot for its shorter length, and I was hooked from page one. I devoured it in a single day because I just couldn’t look away.
I’ll definitely be picking up more from Shelly Gray, and I highly recommend you do too! 📖✨
Genre/Type: Dark romance
APK: Kindle ARC
Pages: 153
Rating: 5🌟
Spice: 5🌶️
Series or Stand Alone: Series, book 1
Tropes or themes: Masked MMC; morally gray mmc; bookish FMC; shy/quiet Booktok girlie; biker mmc; secret identity; stalking; he shares her with his friend only (once)
Check Triggers ⚠️Violence; kidnapping✨
If you love:
🔹Masked MMC
🔹Bookish FMC
🔹Morally gray MMC
🔹Biker
🔹Touch her and ☠️
🔹Secret identity
Imagine a quiet, shy BookTok girlie 📚 who loves getting lost in dark romances, owns her own bookstore, and has no clue she’s being watched by a secret admirer… 👀 That’s Bella. Sweet, a little reserved, but with a taste for the darker side of love. 🖤
Then there’s Kraven… the man in the shadows. Watching. Protecting. Waiting. 🫣
This book packed in plenty of spice 🌶️ and a solid plot for its shorter length, and I was hooked from page one. I devoured it in a single day because I just couldn’t look away.
I’ll definitely be picking up more from Shelly Gray, and I highly recommend you do too! 📖✨
Genre/Type: Dark romance
APK: Kindle ARC
Pages: 153
Rating: 5🌟
Spice: 5🌶️
Series or Stand Alone: Series, book 1
Tropes or themes: Masked MMC; morally gray mmc; bookish FMC; shy/quiet Booktok girlie; biker mmc; secret identity; stalking; he shares her with his friend only (once)
Check Triggers ⚠️Violence; kidnapping✨
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