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Sins Inked in Blood
For sixteen years, Kiera Hawthorne has been planning a funeral, all while playing the dutiful daughter. She orchestrates her father’s charity galas by day. By night, she’s the shadow tormenting him with haunting reminders of the wife he slaughtered. Promising to get her mother’s revenge, she’s so close to the grave she can taste it. She didn’t count on a distraction.
Sterling Wraith is methodical, obsessive, and broken in all the ways that matter. Hired by Wade Hawthorne to find the shadow hunting him, Sterling never thought he’d meet someone who is as damaged as he is. Infiltrating Kiera’s life, his focus is slipping away from the job and toward the thorn that is spreading an infection through him. A voice echoing through his mind: No one will ever love you.
Their collision is violent, an obsession colliding with a mission they both set out for. And when the truth about Cicada surfaces, they’re left with one question:
Were their souls always meant to match…or built to burn everything around them?
Content warnings: Child abuse, sexual violence (past), domestic violence, dubious consent situations, graphic violence, human trafficking, miscarriage, and stalking framed as romantic obsession. For 18+ readers only.
Sterling Wraith is methodical, obsessive, and broken in all the ways that matter. Hired by Wade Hawthorne to find the shadow hunting him, Sterling never thought he’d meet someone who is as damaged as he is. Infiltrating Kiera’s life, his focus is slipping away from the job and toward the thorn that is spreading an infection through him. A voice echoing through his mind: No one will ever love you.
Their collision is violent, an obsession colliding with a mission they both set out for. And when the truth about Cicada surfaces, they’re left with one question:
Were their souls always meant to match…or built to burn everything around them?
Content warnings: Child abuse, sexual violence (past), domestic violence, dubious consent situations, graphic violence, human trafficking, miscarriage, and stalking framed as romantic obsession. For 18+ readers only.
- GenresDark Romance
470 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 11, 2026
About the author
Hannah Nox
1 book25 followersHi! I'm a dark romance author born and raised in Arkansas. While I love morally gray/black characters, I am married to a golden retriever husband with four feral kids and some fur babies. When I'm not reading or writing, you can usually find me binging my favorite shows or in the water when the weather allows it, surviving on caffeine and a prayer.
As an avid reader, I had an idea while chatting with friends in the book community. What started as a joke and a random shot in the dark quickly became my baby. And here we are!
I'm a lover of stories that hurt but heal your soul! And I hope Sins Inked in blood will hit hard too. Thank you for coming on this journey with me!
As an avid reader, I had an idea while chatting with friends in the book community. What started as a joke and a random shot in the dark quickly became my baby. And here we are!
I'm a lover of stories that hurt but heal your soul! And I hope Sins Inked in blood will hit hard too. Thank you for coming on this journey with me!
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June 24, 2026
This was a fun read! Strong fmc, touch her and die mmc, lovable side characters, plot twists, and a hea!
July 12, 2026
This book was so much in one book. It was a dark romance, it was a thriller, it was sci-fi “esque”, and it was found family. Every time I felt like things were settling down, a new wrench was thrown into the mix, but in a good way. There were lots of twists and turns - many I didn’t even see coming!
The characters were amazing and I especially loved the snarky side characters Lila and Cam.
Overall this was a great 4 star read and would definitely recommend it to others!
The characters were amazing and I especially loved the snarky side characters Lila and Cam.
Overall this was a great 4 star read and would definitely recommend it to others!
Review of advance copy received from Author
I absolutely love everything about this book. It is the perfect blend of intrigue, mystery, suspense, and some incredibly delicious sexual chemistry between the main characters.
The story centers around Kiera and Sterling. Kiera is a tech wiz who uses her digital skills to torment her father, determined to make him pay for her mother’s murder. Enter Sterling, another tech wiz hired by Kiera’s father, Wade, to track down the person behind the digital harassment (neither suspecting Kiera).
A background check into Wade leads Sterling toward Kiera and he becomes instantly obsessed. His fixation is intense, and I loved how desperate he was for her. However, Kiera is not a woman to be underestimated, a lesson Sterling learns very quickly.
As the story evolves, secrets from their pasts come to light, and they soon realize they’ve stepped into something far bigger than they ever imagined. Kiera is an independent, badass, take-no-shit heroine who completely steals the show. Sterling definitely bit off more than he could chew with her, but he never backs down from a challenge. Once he gets a taste of Kiera, he is utterly hooked.
The mystery element delivered plenty of "WTF" moments that kept me on my toes. On top of the suspense, the banter between Kiera and Sterling had me literally laughing out loud. Kiera is sassy, witty, and drops some amazing one-liners that are now a part of my verbal arsenal.
If you love brilliant tech-savvies, obsessive heroes, badass heroines and a plot that keeps you guessing, I highly recommend picking this up! Oh, and the spice? It’s definitely unforgettable.
The story centers around Kiera and Sterling. Kiera is a tech wiz who uses her digital skills to torment her father, determined to make him pay for her mother’s murder. Enter Sterling, another tech wiz hired by Kiera’s father, Wade, to track down the person behind the digital harassment (neither suspecting Kiera).
A background check into Wade leads Sterling toward Kiera and he becomes instantly obsessed. His fixation is intense, and I loved how desperate he was for her. However, Kiera is not a woman to be underestimated, a lesson Sterling learns very quickly.
As the story evolves, secrets from their pasts come to light, and they soon realize they’ve stepped into something far bigger than they ever imagined. Kiera is an independent, badass, take-no-shit heroine who completely steals the show. Sterling definitely bit off more than he could chew with her, but he never backs down from a challenge. Once he gets a taste of Kiera, he is utterly hooked.
The mystery element delivered plenty of "WTF" moments that kept me on my toes. On top of the suspense, the banter between Kiera and Sterling had me literally laughing out loud. Kiera is sassy, witty, and drops some amazing one-liners that are now a part of my verbal arsenal.
If you love brilliant tech-savvies, obsessive heroes, badass heroines and a plot that keeps you guessing, I highly recommend picking this up! Oh, and the spice? It’s definitely unforgettable.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Sins Inked in Blood by Hannah Nox Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
⚠️ Mention
• Read your Trigger Warnings
2 broken souls find each other, their pasts something made of nightmares. Together they will burn the world and anyone who wronged them down.
The way this book kept me on the edge of my seat and I caught myself holding my breath on multiple occasions. The jam packed action, the romance, the twists.... Hannah Nox knocked it out of the park with this one, I need book 2 now!
Kierra
I love Kierra's sassy attitude and how she doesn't let anyone walk all over her. She absolutely has a take no sh*t personality, no matter who it is, family or not. She is also so incredibly strong, she has gone through some horrible traumas and still holds her head high, kicking *ss. She is a beast and I pitty anyone that crosses her.
Sterling
This man in perfect! Morally Grey, protective, burn the world down, touch her and ☠️ vibes, he has it all.
"'Then I’m with you.' Not I’ll protect you. Not I’ll handle it. Just… with you. He doesn't want to fight my battles. He wants to stand at my back while I burn the fucking battlefield down."
This line made me absolutely love Sterling, this line is absolutely everything. He doesn't try to act like she needs him, he lets her be the strong & independent woman she is all while still being there with her.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
⚠️ Mention
• Read your Trigger Warnings
2 broken souls find each other, their pasts something made of nightmares. Together they will burn the world and anyone who wronged them down.
The way this book kept me on the edge of my seat and I caught myself holding my breath on multiple occasions. The jam packed action, the romance, the twists.... Hannah Nox knocked it out of the park with this one, I need book 2 now!
Kierra
I love Kierra's sassy attitude and how she doesn't let anyone walk all over her. She absolutely has a take no sh*t personality, no matter who it is, family or not. She is also so incredibly strong, she has gone through some horrible traumas and still holds her head high, kicking *ss. She is a beast and I pitty anyone that crosses her.
Sterling
This man in perfect! Morally Grey, protective, burn the world down, touch her and ☠️ vibes, he has it all.
"'Then I’m with you.' Not I’ll protect you. Not I’ll handle it. Just… with you. He doesn't want to fight my battles. He wants to stand at my back while I burn the fucking battlefield down."
This line made me absolutely love Sterling, this line is absolutely everything. He doesn't try to act like she needs him, he lets her be the strong & independent woman she is all while still being there with her.
Review of advance copy received from Author
4.25
This is the first book in the Inked in Blood Duet and is a dark romance thriller with:
• Stalker MMC
• Strong Female FMC
• Morally Grey
• Found Family
• Trauma Bonding
• Revenge
• Touch Her and Die
• Abusive Parental Influence
• Human Trafficking
• Sexual Abuse
• Child Abuse
Kiera seems to be a dutiful daughter assisting her father with event planning and, on the surface, Sterling owns a successful construction company - but not everything is as it seems. Kiera and Sterling are thrown together by forces that have a plan in place. Is their relationship their own or has it been orchestrated by outside forces?
The story is violent, tramatic and obsessive. This is a complicated and layered story with plot twists that kept me on the edge of my seat. It is wild and intense ride! The chemistry and banter between the primary and secondary characters are witty, powerful and enjoyable.
Check out the trigger warnings as there are an abundance of them in this book. There is more story to be told, questions to be answered and, ultimately, people to be punished. I look forward to the next book! 🖤
This is the first book in the Inked in Blood Duet and is a dark romance thriller with:
• Stalker MMC
• Strong Female FMC
• Morally Grey
• Found Family
• Trauma Bonding
• Revenge
• Touch Her and Die
• Abusive Parental Influence
• Human Trafficking
• Sexual Abuse
• Child Abuse
Kiera seems to be a dutiful daughter assisting her father with event planning and, on the surface, Sterling owns a successful construction company - but not everything is as it seems. Kiera and Sterling are thrown together by forces that have a plan in place. Is their relationship their own or has it been orchestrated by outside forces?
The story is violent, tramatic and obsessive. This is a complicated and layered story with plot twists that kept me on the edge of my seat. It is wild and intense ride! The chemistry and banter between the primary and secondary characters are witty, powerful and enjoyable.
Check out the trigger warnings as there are an abundance of them in this book. There is more story to be told, questions to be answered and, ultimately, people to be punished. I look forward to the next book! 🖤
July 26, 2026
THIS BOOK! I was blown away by this book and did not expect this to be the authors debut novel. It is exceptionally written and hooks you right in. Kiera, an event planner with dad's money, looks like her life is perfect from the outside but she is hiding a plot for revenge for the murder of her mom. She is sassy, vengeful and controlled. Sterling- the Ghost, a loner, stalker and hitman, is hired by her father to find the person trying to destroy him. Sterling is the morally grey and obsessive type! Keira becomes a thorn in Sterling's side - and the perfect enemies to lovers duo! Lila and Cam - the ride or die amazing best friend side characters are impossible not to love.
You have to read this book and follow their story to experience all the banter, betrayal, unexpected twists and turns throughout! You will not be disappointed and will remain on the edge of your seat until given the opportunity to read book two!
My favorite book quote: "You planning on bubble wrapping me, Cam? If I could, I would," he says. "But I have a feeling you'd just pop it."
I was incredibly lucky and received this book as an advanced copy from the author.
You have to read this book and follow their story to experience all the banter, betrayal, unexpected twists and turns throughout! You will not be disappointed and will remain on the edge of your seat until given the opportunity to read book two!
My favorite book quote: "You planning on bubble wrapping me, Cam? If I could, I would," he says. "But I have a feeling you'd just pop it."
I was incredibly lucky and received this book as an advanced copy from the author.
August 8, 2026
This book was so much more and so much better thank I was expecting. And that’s saying a lot because I had some seriously high hopes for this one. This book is full of mystery and intrigue and tension and heat. It had me utterly locked in from start to finish. Kiera and Sterling were pure perfection together. I adore a good instant obsession trope and this one did it in the best way. The chemistry they share is off the charts and their connection is truly next level. The amount of desperation and devotion Sterling showed for Kiera had me blushing so hard. And the fierceness Kiera possesses was utter gold. Top tier. Watching things develop between them had me gripping the pages tight and turning them so quickly to see wheat would happen next. Add to that the suspense and intrigue of the story and I was a complete goner. This book had my emissions so conflicted. I was invested and uneasy all at once. But it made the story that much more enjoyable. And now I’m addictive and obsessed myself. I cannot wait for the second book to give me more.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Hannah wasn’t lying when she listed “trauma bonded love” as a trope🫣! This is one of those books that will have you saying “one more chapter” before going to bed and if you decide to go to bed you’ll be thinking about it non stop 😂! This is a fast paced , dark , psychological , thriller romance that will have you wondering things. Some will read this book and think the way the events played out and how fast the characters became to be is way too soon but all I will tell you is KEEP READING ! 👀 My anxiety was abit high reading this book and I was paranoid I COULDNT TRUST ANYONE. Yes I know that sounds dramatic but the thing is when I read I fully emerged myself into the story. I cannot wait for the second book to see how this all ends because I have some questions 👀!
🥀 Stalker MMC / Blackmailer FMC
🥀 Morally gray bordering black MCs
🥀 Trauma-bonded love
🥀 Touch her, and 💀
🥀 I’ll burn the world for you
🥀 Forced proximity
🥀 He falls first, she falls harder
🥀 Stalker MMC / Blackmailer FMC
🥀 Morally gray bordering black MCs
🥀 Trauma-bonded love
🥀 Touch her, and 💀
🥀 I’ll burn the world for you
🥀 Forced proximity
🥀 He falls first, she falls harder
July 11, 2026
I had the honor of being one of Hannah's beta readers so in honor of release day I finally figured out how to put my thoughts into words ( I'm not an author for a reason 😂)
This book was fenominal it did take me a little bit longer than typical to read but that's college life lol. I was so shocked that this was her debut book because it was so well written I definitely thought she had other books. I'm so glad this is a series because I need so much more of Hannah's writing. This is the type of book where you say you'll read a chapter or two before bed but end up several more chapters deep and end up falling asleep because it's so late but you couldn't put the book down it keeps you on your toes wondering if there is another twist and what next will happen. You will also fall in love with the side characters and maybe hate them just a bit🤏.
This book was fenominal it did take me a little bit longer than typical to read but that's college life lol. I was so shocked that this was her debut book because it was so well written I definitely thought she had other books. I'm so glad this is a series because I need so much more of Hannah's writing. This is the type of book where you say you'll read a chapter or two before bed but end up several more chapters deep and end up falling asleep because it's so late but you couldn't put the book down it keeps you on your toes wondering if there is another twist and what next will happen. You will also fall in love with the side characters and maybe hate them just a bit🤏.
August 3, 2026
WHAT DID I JUST READ?! 😭🔥🖤
I am absolutely not okay after Sins Inked in Blood. I went in thinking “I’ll just read a few chapters”… yeah, that was a lie because suddenly it’s 5am and I’m emotionally attached, sleep deprived, and wondering how I’m supposed to move on from these characters.
The tension?! The chemistry?! The ANGST?! It had me gripping my kindle, yelling at the pages, and needing answers immediately. These characters are messy, intense, and completely addictive. My heart was put through a blender, and somehow I still wanted more.
This book delivered the drama, the emotions, and the dark, addictive vibes I came for. If you love complicated characters, dangerous connections, and a story that consumes your brain long after you’ve finished reading… add this to your TBR.
Now excuse me while I stare into the distance and pretend I’m fine. 🖤🔥
I am absolutely not okay after Sins Inked in Blood. I went in thinking “I’ll just read a few chapters”… yeah, that was a lie because suddenly it’s 5am and I’m emotionally attached, sleep deprived, and wondering how I’m supposed to move on from these characters.
The tension?! The chemistry?! The ANGST?! It had me gripping my kindle, yelling at the pages, and needing answers immediately. These characters are messy, intense, and completely addictive. My heart was put through a blender, and somehow I still wanted more.
This book delivered the drama, the emotions, and the dark, addictive vibes I came for. If you love complicated characters, dangerous connections, and a story that consumes your brain long after you’ve finished reading… add this to your TBR.
Now excuse me while I stare into the distance and pretend I’m fine. 🖤🔥
August 4, 2026
Sins Inked in Blood was one of those books that left me feeling unsettled from beginning to end. There is an eerie atmosphere woven through the entire story that never really lets up, and it creates this constant sense that something isn’t quite right. Even during the quieter moments, there was an underlying tension that kept me turning the pages because I needed to know where it was all leading.
This was definitely one of the stranger books I’ve read, and I’m still not entirely sure how to describe it. That isn’t necessarily a bad thing, though. If you enjoy stories that lean into the unsettling, blur the lines of what’s real, and leave you questioning things along the way, this one is worth checking out. It wasn’t a perfect fit for me, but I can appreciate how unique the experience was, and it is a book that will stick with me simply because of how different it felt.
This was definitely one of the stranger books I’ve read, and I’m still not entirely sure how to describe it. That isn’t necessarily a bad thing, though. If you enjoy stories that lean into the unsettling, blur the lines of what’s real, and leave you questioning things along the way, this one is worth checking out. It wasn’t a perfect fit for me, but I can appreciate how unique the experience was, and it is a book that will stick with me simply because of how different it felt.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Sins Inked In Blood
Wow I'm obsessed with this book 📖 😍 This got me from the first few pages with the heartbreak and trauma 💔
This was drama and I loved it.
Kiera is a total bad*ss and the payback and planning her whole life was sinful and clever 😈
Full of twists and turns this was a I need to finish just 1 more chapter 6 later still reading 😂
Hannah has managed to keep me engaged and invested in the revenge.
Also loved that even with the heavy topics she still managed to throw in banter.
If you're looking for a dark romance with a revenge plot and years of planning then add this to your TBR because you need to meet Sterling 😈
5 star review would totally recommend this story to everyone.
My views and opinions are my own.
Wow I'm obsessed with this book 📖 😍 This got me from the first few pages with the heartbreak and trauma 💔
This was drama and I loved it.
Kiera is a total bad*ss and the payback and planning her whole life was sinful and clever 😈
Full of twists and turns this was a I need to finish just 1 more chapter 6 later still reading 😂
Hannah has managed to keep me engaged and invested in the revenge.
Also loved that even with the heavy topics she still managed to throw in banter.
If you're looking for a dark romance with a revenge plot and years of planning then add this to your TBR because you need to meet Sterling 😈
5 star review would totally recommend this story to everyone.
My views and opinions are my own.
July 11, 2026
Amazing! 5+ ⭐️
Author Hannah Nox knocked it out of the park with this one
Story of betrayal, lies, and the people who take it back.
Kiera as a young girl witnesses her mother murdered, by her father no less. Grows up feeling loss and grief, but also builds herself into a badass FMC!
Sterling comes into the picture when her father hires him to research whose email stalking him. He notices Kiera right off the bat and the two form a unique bond/connection.
Plot twist after plot twist very much so kept my interest. Spicy scenes were excellent! Cinematic elements and action packed drama I felt like I was watching a movie unfold!
Loved the side characters Cam and Lila they definitely brought some wittiness and banter
Highly recommend and definitely can’t wait for book two!
Author Hannah Nox knocked it out of the park with this one
Story of betrayal, lies, and the people who take it back.
Kiera as a young girl witnesses her mother murdered, by her father no less. Grows up feeling loss and grief, but also builds herself into a badass FMC!
Sterling comes into the picture when her father hires him to research whose email stalking him. He notices Kiera right off the bat and the two form a unique bond/connection.
Plot twist after plot twist very much so kept my interest. Spicy scenes were excellent! Cinematic elements and action packed drama I felt like I was watching a movie unfold!
Loved the side characters Cam and Lila they definitely brought some wittiness and banter
Highly recommend and definitely can’t wait for book two!
July 25, 2026
Book 1 of Inked in Blood Duet. And a FANtastic start it is! Look forward to more from this world.
Check your triggers.
'Their collision is violent, an obsession colliding with a mission they both set out for. And when the truth about Cicada surfaces, they’re left with one question:
Were their souls always meant to match…or built to burn everything around them?'
The characters were very complex and compelling and complicated. Plot was intriguing and intense and well paced. World building was excellent and solidly drawn. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend.
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Check your triggers.
'Their collision is violent, an obsession colliding with a mission they both set out for. And when the truth about Cicada surfaces, they’re left with one question:
Were their souls always meant to match…or built to burn everything around them?'
The characters were very complex and compelling and complicated. Plot was intriguing and intense and well paced. World building was excellent and solidly drawn. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend.
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
ARC REVIEW
Check your TW/CW prior to reading. ⚠️
Want an edge of your seat ride? ✅️
Want a female lead with a backbone? ✅️
Want a male lead who is damaged? ✅️
Want a raw emotional roller-coaster? ✅️
If you answered yes then this should definitely be your next book. Hold on to your reading device tightly because you will go from 0 to 100 in 2.5 seconds.
Sterling and Kiera's story is one of trauma, tragedy, obsession, and grit all due to the Cicada. When their past collides with the present they must decide if science and trauma will determine their very existence or if they make their own destiny.
Check your TW/CW prior to reading. ⚠️
Want an edge of your seat ride? ✅️
Want a female lead with a backbone? ✅️
Want a male lead who is damaged? ✅️
Want a raw emotional roller-coaster? ✅️
If you answered yes then this should definitely be your next book. Hold on to your reading device tightly because you will go from 0 to 100 in 2.5 seconds.
Sterling and Kiera's story is one of trauma, tragedy, obsession, and grit all due to the Cicada. When their past collides with the present they must decide if science and trauma will determine their very existence or if they make their own destiny.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Wooowwww!! When 2 people who’s paths you’d think had nothing to do with one another, suddenly cross and are magnetically drawn together, what’s bound to happen?! Utter chaos and destruction! In the most unlikely of cases, skills are tested, secrets are revealed and what once had them opposing, is now drawing them to work together! This story takes you on a thrilling roller coaster, making you question everything you learn!
I NEED to know what happens next!! …it’s not a cliffhanger per se, but there’s still more to the story!
I NEED to know what happens next!! …it’s not a cliffhanger per se, but there’s still more to the story!
July 13, 2026
Sins Inked in Blood by Hannah Nox — 3.5/3.75 ⭐️
FMC: Kiera Hawthorne
MMC: Sterling Wraith
🥀 stalker morally grey MMC
🖤strong FMC
🥀trauma Bonding || revenge
🖤touch her and 💀
❗️❗️❗️
•Human Trafficking
•Sexual Abuse
•Child Abuse
The story centers around Kiera and Sterling. Kiera is a tech wiz who uses her digital skills to torment her father, determined to make him pay for her mother’s murder. Enter Sterling, another tech wiz hired by Kiera’s father, Wade, to track down the person behind the digital harassment.
FMC: Kiera Hawthorne
MMC: Sterling Wraith
🥀 stalker morally grey MMC
🖤strong FMC
🥀trauma Bonding || revenge
🖤touch her and 💀
❗️❗️❗️
•Human Trafficking
•Sexual Abuse
•Child Abuse
The story centers around Kiera and Sterling. Kiera is a tech wiz who uses her digital skills to torment her father, determined to make him pay for her mother’s murder. Enter Sterling, another tech wiz hired by Kiera’s father, Wade, to track down the person behind the digital harassment.
July 13, 2026
Nice first read by the author for me. Uniquely written story about the FMC Kiera using her skills in a way of revenge but to a person you would not expect. I don't want to spoil it but I did not know what to expect. However, it is one worth diving in to.
When the MMC Sterling finds out she is things get interesting. Both characters have their own demons and like I said things are interesting to say the least. T/W
When the MMC Sterling finds out she is things get interesting. Both characters have their own demons and like I said things are interesting to say the least. T/W
July 14, 2026
Buckle up because this is a rollercoaster of chaos. The FMC is crazy off the best way possible. All of her plotting was sweet. I was all in already. So when the MMC was introduced, OMG, it was a collision course for sweet darkness. We all took that leap and left reality behind at that point. And I wasn’t disappointed at all. This story was so wickedly delicious. I loved the twists and turns on this wild ride. I’ll definitely be checking out more from this author.
Review of advance copy received from Author
If you are looking for a strong FMC look no farther, trauma built woman that takes no one’s crap…. But soften herself for the man who would destroy the word if she asked him too. I love their relationship and how it started. I LOVE the twist and turns. The plot twist… you won’t see coming 👀 10/10 recommend. I cannot wait for book 2! I’m on the edge of my seat.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I went into this ARC thinking it was going to be a dark stalker romance… My how was I wrong!!!
Many touch him/her and die
Stalker, urning, tension, and just an all out war of desire and secret societies.
This ARC took me a good while to read it fully, but the plot, character progression, lore is just phenomenal. I throughly enjoyed this and can’t wait for book 2. 🖤🥵
Many touch him/her and die
Stalker, urning, tension, and just an all out war of desire and secret societies.
This ARC took me a good while to read it fully, but the plot, character progression, lore is just phenomenal. I throughly enjoyed this and can’t wait for book 2. 🖤🥵
Review of advance copy received from Author
It took me a little while to finish this book not because I wasn’t enjoying it, believe me when I say I loved it and wanted to pick it back up at every opportunity but life was kicking my ass. For this being the author’s debut I was so impressed. It had a little bit of everything I loved and the writing style was strong. There was enough mystery and intrigue to keep me going because I needed to know what happened next.
I loved Sterling (the MMC) but for me the standout was the FMC, Kiera. I loved how independent she was, there is nothing worse than a pushover FMC but you won’t find that here. She can hold her own. She’s funny as well. Some of her one liners had me cackling.
Please check the trigger warnings as this book deals with some very heavy topics however Hannah dealt with these brilliantly. I need answers though so book 2 needs to hurry up!
I loved Sterling (the MMC) but for me the standout was the FMC, Kiera. I loved how independent she was, there is nothing worse than a pushover FMC but you won’t find that here. She can hold her own. She’s funny as well. Some of her one liners had me cackling.
Please check the trigger warnings as this book deals with some very heavy topics however Hannah dealt with these brilliantly. I need answers though so book 2 needs to hurry up!
July 15, 2026
Meet Kiera and Sterling. She’s a tech whiz hacking her father. He was hired to catch whoever is jacking her Dad. What a story! The mystery and suspense were amazing, the banter was too-notch! New author for me and I’m a huge fan! Stars are 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
July 28, 2026
What a great read!! So much goes on in this book that I didn't want to put it down. I wanted to keep reading late into the evening to find out what was going to happen next. All around a great read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 3, 2026
This is a super wicked and entertaining story, I fell right into these characters’ lives. I love obsession, revenge and especially st@lking storylines. The suspense was so good. It’s a great story that I definitely would recommend.
July 11, 2026
Fabulous FMC, strong minded and doesn’t want to give shit!! Brilliant. Can’t wait to see more work if there’s a second book even better, I have so many questions I want answering
July 12, 2026
Stalker, morally gray/black characters. Trauma, touch her and die. This book has it all. Plot twists keep your interest and the spice is great. Can't wait for book 2.
July 24, 2026
If you want an action-packed read that packs a massive emotional punch, this book may be for you. It is a definite page turner that kept me on the edge of my seat. I was completely hooked by the tension and turns. I need to find out what happens next.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I was hooked on this story had me on the edge of my seat and is emotional build on anger and trauma. This is written to flow through to the plot. It has amazing plot twists and is fast paced. This has TW and is very important to read them before reading.
Their collision is violent, an obsession colliding with a mission they both set out for. And when the truth about Cicada surfaces, they’re left with one question:
Were their souls always meant to match…or built to burn everything around them?
Their collision is violent, an obsession colliding with a mission they both set out for. And when the truth about Cicada surfaces, they’re left with one question:
Were their souls always meant to match…or built to burn everything around them?
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book holds a special place for me. It is Hannah Nox's debut novel and a first for me. This is the first time I’ve ever read for an indie author. And I surely picked the right "first".
I am a bit speechless after reading this book. It is amazing! This is not just a dark romance, it has mystery and suspense, twists and turns, darkness, tension, amazing banter. The amount of times I swooned, laughed and cried were innumerable. I fell in love with the MCs and just as much with the side characters. Lila and Cam are faves! I need Lila as my BFF.
Kiera is sassy and takes no shit AND is a badass computer wiz. Sterling is a super swoon-worthy, tattooed, morally grey stalker, who would burn the world down for Kiera. They are both damaged in some way and luckily find each other. And the scenes when they are together talking or--you know--are 👀🔥🥵
⚠️ Make sure to check your trigger warnings!
If you like the following and more, you need this book:
🔪 Knife and gun play (Some of my faves!)
🖤 Vengeful/dangerous FMC
🔪 Stalker romance
🖤 Found Family
🔪 Touch her and ☠️
🖤 Forced Proximity
🔪 Hot tension
This book hooks you right from beginning to end. I don't want to spoil it for you, so I won't. Run and get this book! Writing this review, I actually just want to read it all over again. I can't wait to see what Hannah comes up with next!
DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE PLAYLIST FOR THIS BOOK!
I was honored to be picked to receive this book as an arc in exchange for my honest review.
I am a bit speechless after reading this book. It is amazing! This is not just a dark romance, it has mystery and suspense, twists and turns, darkness, tension, amazing banter. The amount of times I swooned, laughed and cried were innumerable. I fell in love with the MCs and just as much with the side characters. Lila and Cam are faves! I need Lila as my BFF.
Kiera is sassy and takes no shit AND is a badass computer wiz. Sterling is a super swoon-worthy, tattooed, morally grey stalker, who would burn the world down for Kiera. They are both damaged in some way and luckily find each other. And the scenes when they are together talking or--you know--are 👀🔥🥵
⚠️ Make sure to check your trigger warnings!
If you like the following and more, you need this book:
🔪 Knife and gun play (Some of my faves!)
🖤 Vengeful/dangerous FMC
🔪 Stalker romance
🖤 Found Family
🔪 Touch her and ☠️
🖤 Forced Proximity
🔪 Hot tension
This book hooks you right from beginning to end. I don't want to spoil it for you, so I won't. Run and get this book! Writing this review, I actually just want to read it all over again. I can't wait to see what Hannah comes up with next!
DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE PLAYLIST FOR THIS BOOK!
I was honored to be picked to receive this book as an arc in exchange for my honest review.
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