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Overnight: An Erotic Horror Novella
VICTORIA
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All she wants to do is finish work, go home, and binge her favorite anime. But tonight, nothing works out the way she wants it to. Her keycard won't open a single door or the elevator, and every bit of technology seems to have betrayed her. Stuck on the third floor of her workplace, she starts to realize that she's not alone.
Whether that's a bad thing.. well, that depends on who you ask.
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DOLLFACE
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He wants every inch of her, every hole, and he doesn’t care if she’s screaming or barely alive when he takes her the way he wants to. He’s been planning this for a long time, and tonight everything falls into place. But then her ex happens to be lurking outside her workplace again. He won’t allow him to screw his plans up. Because tonight is a sinner’s wet dream. BLOODLUST is calling his name.
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Side note: This is a standalone erotic horror novella, but WILL share the same world with other novella's. Please check your trigger warnings because this will be dark, depraved and spicy as HELL.
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All she wants to do is finish work, go home, and binge her favorite anime. But tonight, nothing works out the way she wants it to. Her keycard won't open a single door or the elevator, and every bit of technology seems to have betrayed her. Stuck on the third floor of her workplace, she starts to realize that she's not alone.
Whether that's a bad thing.. well, that depends on who you ask.
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DOLLFACE
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He wants every inch of her, every hole, and he doesn’t care if she’s screaming or barely alive when he takes her the way he wants to. He’s been planning this for a long time, and tonight everything falls into place. But then her ex happens to be lurking outside her workplace again. He won’t allow him to screw his plans up. Because tonight is a sinner’s wet dream. BLOODLUST is calling his name.
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Side note: This is a standalone erotic horror novella, but WILL share the same world with other novella's. Please check your trigger warnings because this will be dark, depraved and spicy as HELL.
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About the author
Kerrigan Shane
6 books88 followersFueled by chai tea and an unhealthy appreciation for fictional red flags, Kerrigan Shane spends her days creating twisted worlds filled with obsession, blood, and betrayal.
When she isn't tormenting her characters, you can usually find her buried in an erotic horror or pitch-black romance, or spending time with her family. She's married to an avid board gamer, and together they're embracing the beautiful chaos of raising three children.
When she isn't tormenting her characters, you can usually find her buried in an erotic horror or pitch-black romance, or spending time with her family. She's married to an avid board gamer, and together they're embracing the beautiful chaos of raising three children.
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May 13, 2026
Wholly crappers what did I just read? It was like trying not to look at a car crash. But was I intrigued??? Yes! Was it also the darkest thing I’ve ever read? Also yes! Am I picking up the next one right this second?? Hell yes! ( oh no it’s not coming out until July 😞)
April 23, 2026
✨ ARC ✨
I liked it! I’m a dark romance girly, not normally into erotic horror at all, but I read the blurb and I was like: “… Okay, screw it, I HAVE to try this, and if I don’t like it… Well, then I’ll go back to d.r. Easy!” 🤷♀️
Easier still when I found out it was only 200 pages. I’d normally assume that that isn’t long enough to construct a proper story, but I’ve learned multiple things today while reading this, it’d seem, because this book is quite a ride 👏😁
But this book is not for the weak, so pleeeaaase read the damn triggerwarnings, girl! 🖤
Thank you to Kerrigan for letting me read the book 🥰🖤
I liked it! I’m a dark romance girly, not normally into erotic horror at all, but I read the blurb and I was like: “… Okay, screw it, I HAVE to try this, and if I don’t like it… Well, then I’ll go back to d.r. Easy!” 🤷♀️
Easier still when I found out it was only 200 pages. I’d normally assume that that isn’t long enough to construct a proper story, but I’ve learned multiple things today while reading this, it’d seem, because this book is quite a ride 👏😁
But this book is not for the weak, so pleeeaaase read the damn triggerwarnings, girl! 🖤
Thank you to Kerrigan for letting me read the book 🥰🖤
Review of advance copy
Omg Very dark and twisted ...just the way I like it
Review of advance copy received from Author
The book had me at the warning: "This book includes so much darkness that I thought I was unable to write until I met my pitch-black genre author friends. This story will include many things that any
normal person would NOT want to happen to them."
How can you refuse a book like that? And still if this doesn't do it for you, the story will! Here we have Victoria, an accountant trying to survive a glitchy, late-night shift at her office building. Just as the technology starts to fail her, she realizes she’s not alone and what starts as a tense "stuck in the office" thriller quickly turns into a dark game of cat-and-mouse. Add to this a masked man or two and one of my favorite tropes Captive x Captor and you have the perfect novella! But what really makes it 5 stars is the ending because the twist is absolutely fabulous!
Millions thanks to the author for this great story! I can hardly wait to read more in this universe!
normal person would NOT want to happen to them."
How can you refuse a book like that? And still if this doesn't do it for you, the story will! Here we have Victoria, an accountant trying to survive a glitchy, late-night shift at her office building. Just as the technology starts to fail her, she realizes she’s not alone and what starts as a tense "stuck in the office" thriller quickly turns into a dark game of cat-and-mouse. Add to this a masked man or two and one of my favorite tropes Captive x Captor and you have the perfect novella! But what really makes it 5 stars is the ending because the twist is absolutely fabulous!
Millions thanks to the author for this great story! I can hardly wait to read more in this universe!
April 30, 2026
ARC review!
Buckle up, because this one is a spicy, dark, unhinged ride! Kerrigan Shane hooks you from the very first chapter and doesn’t let go. The tension builds perfectly, pulling you deeper into the story with every page. Just when you think you have a handle on where it’s going, it completely flips on you. And that plot twist at the end? I have so many questions and absolutely need answers.
If you love intense, pitch black characters and stories that push boundaries, this one will definitely hit. As always, check your triggers before diving in.
Buckle up, because this one is a spicy, dark, unhinged ride! Kerrigan Shane hooks you from the very first chapter and doesn’t let go. The tension builds perfectly, pulling you deeper into the story with every page. Just when you think you have a handle on where it’s going, it completely flips on you. And that plot twist at the end? I have so many questions and absolutely need answers.
If you love intense, pitch black characters and stories that push boundaries, this one will definitely hit. As always, check your triggers before diving in.
May 12, 2026
I really wanted to enjoy this, dark and depraved is my absolute jam, but it ended up being a frustrating read. I found the pacing dragged badly at parts and sped through other parts. The characters are unmemorable apart from Garrett for obvious reasons and the scene/ timeline changes felt jarring and choppy.
Overall, this book had an interesting premise but just fell completely flat for me.
Edit : I dont like how the author requested a written review when I reviewed it quickly through kindle. I go back and write my reviews anyway, but this left a bad taste in my mouth and still does months later.
As readers we should be entitled to review exactly how we wish to as long as we keep it clean, I seen also she asked another to be kinder with her words when she reviewed it how she seen fit, her opinion was it was bad writing. Her opinion is allowed and valid for her. Wish goodreads was left to the readers because authors like this leave it an incredibly uncomfortable place to review books.
Overall, this book had an interesting premise but just fell completely flat for me.
Edit : I dont like how the author requested a written review when I reviewed it quickly through kindle. I go back and write my reviews anyway, but this left a bad taste in my mouth and still does months later.
As readers we should be entitled to review exactly how we wish to as long as we keep it clean, I seen also she asked another to be kinder with her words when she reviewed it how she seen fit, her opinion was it was bad writing. Her opinion is allowed and valid for her. Wish goodreads was left to the readers because authors like this leave it an incredibly uncomfortable place to review books.
May 3, 2026
Warning: this book is NOT for anyone who gets triggered by Horror Erotica: kidnapping, rape, body mutilation and blood play!
Kerrigan Shane writes it well. Nice flow, easy to read, keeps reader engaged as the plot develops becoming more depraved with each page turned.
I thought to myself half way through the novella - this is some deranged shit, but the plot twist at the end made the book's very dark and twisted theme insightful, and left me wanting to continue on with the next in this series.
Thanks for the ARC reading! Enjoyed it.
Kerrigan Shane writes it well. Nice flow, easy to read, keeps reader engaged as the plot develops becoming more depraved with each page turned.
I thought to myself half way through the novella - this is some deranged shit, but the plot twist at the end made the book's very dark and twisted theme insightful, and left me wanting to continue on with the next in this series.
Thanks for the ARC reading! Enjoyed it.
April 21, 2026
I don’t even know where to start with this one… Overnight by Kerrigan Shane completely pulled me in from the first page and did not let go.
The energy of this story is dark, intense, and honestly a little unsettling in the best way. Being stuck in that eerie workplace where nothing feels right? You can feel the tension building the whole way through. I was hooked straight away and couldn’t put it down.
What really got me was how the story plays with control, fear, and obsession. It’s one of those reads where you’re constantly questioning what’s real, what’s not, and where it’s all going. It’s definitely on the darker side, so go in prepared for that energy.
And the twists… I genuinely didn’t see them coming. Just when I thought I had it figured out, it shifted again. That ending? I’m still thinking about it.
✨ If you love darker reads, intense atmospheres, and stories that keep you guessing — this is one for you. Just make sure you check the trigger warnings first
The energy of this story is dark, intense, and honestly a little unsettling in the best way. Being stuck in that eerie workplace where nothing feels right? You can feel the tension building the whole way through. I was hooked straight away and couldn’t put it down.
What really got me was how the story plays with control, fear, and obsession. It’s one of those reads where you’re constantly questioning what’s real, what’s not, and where it’s all going. It’s definitely on the darker side, so go in prepared for that energy.
And the twists… I genuinely didn’t see them coming. Just when I thought I had it figured out, it shifted again. That ending? I’m still thinking about it.
✨ If you love darker reads, intense atmospheres, and stories that keep you guessing — this is one for you. Just make sure you check the trigger warnings first
July 12, 2026
This was hard for me to rate…honestly if anyone remembers Blumhouse TV did a partnership with Hulu and did a horror anthology. Anyway this felt like it was one of these…just way more graphic.
I enjoyed aspects of this and the ending I think gave it a bit higher rating for me. Although I will say the ending both shocked and underwhelmed me at the same time. I still am not 100% on reasons or the overall dynamic. And it’s leaving me questioning my review. 🤨
The pacing felt a tad off even for a novella. Like we didn’t quite get enough information.
I think 3-3.5
I enjoyed aspects of this and the ending I think gave it a bit higher rating for me. Although I will say the ending both shocked and underwhelmed me at the same time. I still am not 100% on reasons or the overall dynamic. And it’s leaving me questioning my review. 🤨
The pacing felt a tad off even for a novella. Like we didn’t quite get enough information.
I think 3-3.5
October 6, 2026
Wtf did I just read. I shouldn't listen to tips for reading from chatgpt
May 4, 2026
I have never read a book by Kerrigan before and wasn’t sure what to expect. I was given the opportunity to receive an ARC and I’m happy that I did.
Make sure to check triggers as this is very dark and graphic. With that said, I did not see the ending coming at all and had me rethinking everything I had read before the ending. I enjoyed this read a lot! Even the ending!
Make sure to check triggers as this is very dark and graphic. With that said, I did not see the ending coming at all and had me rethinking everything I had read before the ending. I enjoyed this read a lot! Even the ending!
May 1, 2026
Victoria (vicky) is an accountant. And has a very recent Ex boyfriend. This is a pitch black erotic story. Triggers galore. Thanks Kerrigan for the pre-read. It is a very sick and twisted read. Just up my alley. I loved that ending.
July 31, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️½
This was a new-to-me author and honestly, she sold me on this book with three things: flashlights, gummy bears, and erotica novella.😂 Obviously, I had to buy it.
It took me two days to read because, well…life happens when you’re a mom, but this was definitely a fast and easy read. At only 165 pages and 20 chapters, it’s the kind of book you can fly through when you need something quick.
The concept was really interesting, and that twist?! HOLY CRAP. I did NOT see that coming.
I did have a few issues with the pacing. The story moved very quickly, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing for a novella, but at times it made the book feel a little choppy. There were also moments where I felt like certain details were missing or didn’t quite match what had been established earlier, almost as if the author forgot something she’d previously written.
That said, those issues didn’t make me regret picking it up. I enjoyed the concept, the twist definitely got me, and I’m curious enough about this author to check out her other books and see how they compare.
And with the masked men? 👀 This would actually make for a fun little Halloween-season read.
3.5 stars for me. A quick, interesting novella with a twist that absolutely caught me off guard, and I’ll definitely be giving this author another try!
This was a new-to-me author and honestly, she sold me on this book with three things: flashlights, gummy bears, and erotica novella.😂 Obviously, I had to buy it.
It took me two days to read because, well…life happens when you’re a mom, but this was definitely a fast and easy read. At only 165 pages and 20 chapters, it’s the kind of book you can fly through when you need something quick.
The concept was really interesting, and that twist?! HOLY CRAP. I did NOT see that coming.
I did have a few issues with the pacing. The story moved very quickly, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing for a novella, but at times it made the book feel a little choppy. There were also moments where I felt like certain details were missing or didn’t quite match what had been established earlier, almost as if the author forgot something she’d previously written.
That said, those issues didn’t make me regret picking it up. I enjoyed the concept, the twist definitely got me, and I’m curious enough about this author to check out her other books and see how they compare.
And with the masked men? 👀 This would actually make for a fun little Halloween-season read.
3.5 stars for me. A quick, interesting novella with a twist that absolutely caught me off guard, and I’ll definitely be giving this author another try!
May 9, 2026
Overnight 🫣🤯
So this was all over facey-b with the reviews rolling in & of course my FOMO plus seeing one of my fav authors rating it too meant it was a straight up purchase. And my god did this jump straight in & it did not let up through out the whole read!! 🤯😱
Victoria is trapped at work, not the snowed under, can’t get away trapped but the psychically no way out trapped. The systems are down, her key card doesn’t work, she can’t even access the stairwell.
And why are the phone lines down? Even her cell is out of service! What’s going on?! It feels eerie, like a scene out of a horror movie waiting to happen…it can’t be happening to her though right?!
WRONG, a 6ft tall doll faced masked man has come to claim her & he wants no disturbances to get in the way of his fun 🫣
She is royally F’d 😬
WOW!! This was RELENTLESS, and that ending 😱🤯 ohhh that was naughty!!! I didn’t expect it at all, I was thinking one thing about the brothers but it turned out to be another 🤣 I’ve purposely left out bits in my outline because I don’t want to spoil anything for anyone! 🫣😅
👏🏼 it was brilliantly done! I read in one sitting! It is very heavy on the abuse so please do check those triggers before reading but if you like it dark like me then grab it now so we can discuss the depravity & that ending!!! 🤎
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
So this was all over facey-b with the reviews rolling in & of course my FOMO plus seeing one of my fav authors rating it too meant it was a straight up purchase. And my god did this jump straight in & it did not let up through out the whole read!! 🤯😱
Victoria is trapped at work, not the snowed under, can’t get away trapped but the psychically no way out trapped. The systems are down, her key card doesn’t work, she can’t even access the stairwell.
And why are the phone lines down? Even her cell is out of service! What’s going on?! It feels eerie, like a scene out of a horror movie waiting to happen…it can’t be happening to her though right?!
WRONG, a 6ft tall doll faced masked man has come to claim her & he wants no disturbances to get in the way of his fun 🫣
She is royally F’d 😬
WOW!! This was RELENTLESS, and that ending 😱🤯 ohhh that was naughty!!! I didn’t expect it at all, I was thinking one thing about the brothers but it turned out to be another 🤣 I’ve purposely left out bits in my outline because I don’t want to spoil anything for anyone! 🫣😅
👏🏼 it was brilliantly done! I read in one sitting! It is very heavy on the abuse so please do check those triggers before reading but if you like it dark like me then grab it now so we can discuss the depravity & that ending!!! 🤎
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
May 15, 2026
“Overnight” by Kerrigan Shane is an intense and twisted 5-star read! Victoria is finishing up work and ready to head home for the night, but she quickly realizes she is trapped inside the building. Dollface has plans for her, and they definitely don’t involve letting her leave.
The trigger warnings for this one are extensive, and Kerrigan Shane holds absolutely nothing back. It’s dark, disturbing, and disgusting in the best possible way. The story is fast-paced and can easily be read in a single sitting, which is exactly what I did on an airplane, thankfully with no one sitting next to me. The ending completely caught me off guard, and now I can’t wait for the second book to come out!
Thanks to Kerrigan Shane for providing me with the opportunity to read this ARC for free and share my honest review.
The trigger warnings for this one are extensive, and Kerrigan Shane holds absolutely nothing back. It’s dark, disturbing, and disgusting in the best possible way. The story is fast-paced and can easily be read in a single sitting, which is exactly what I did on an airplane, thankfully with no one sitting next to me. The ending completely caught me off guard, and now I can’t wait for the second book to come out!
Thanks to Kerrigan Shane for providing me with the opportunity to read this ARC for free and share my honest review.
July 8, 2026
This was my first book by this author and OMG this was something else ! I did DNF this book but picked it back up and so happy I did because I needed up finishing this book at work because I couldn’t put it down ( plus the book was pretty short) lol. Now this is what I would consider a pitch black romance but without the romance element if that makes sense. This is an erotic horror and it definitely lived up to its name. But what bothers me the most is that I actually enjoyed this book. So what does that say about me lol . Of course it was 95% smut considering the category the book falls in but it did have the TINIEST PLOT and I definitely didn’t see the ending happening. But one thing I will say with this book CHECK YOUR TRIGGER WARNING !!
July 18, 2026
I love a good twist, and this one definitely got me.
I went into Overnight expecting a brutal horror erotica novella, and while it absolutely delivered on the gore, chaos, and "what the actual fuck did I just read?" moments, there were a couple of twists that genuinely caught me off guard.
This is horror first, erotica second. It's graphic, disturbing, unapologetically dark, and absolutely earns its trigger warnings. If you're looking for a sweet romance, this isn't it. If you're looking for a serial killer nightmare packed with gore, obsession, and enough shock value to make you question your reading choices... welcome.
Definitely check the content warnings before diving in, because this novella pulls absolutely no punches. If you enjoy pitch-black horror, extreme horror erotica, and books that keep you guessing until the end, this is worth picking up.
I went into Overnight expecting a brutal horror erotica novella, and while it absolutely delivered on the gore, chaos, and "what the actual fuck did I just read?" moments, there were a couple of twists that genuinely caught me off guard.
This is horror first, erotica second. It's graphic, disturbing, unapologetically dark, and absolutely earns its trigger warnings. If you're looking for a sweet romance, this isn't it. If you're looking for a serial killer nightmare packed with gore, obsession, and enough shock value to make you question your reading choices... welcome.
Definitely check the content warnings before diving in, because this novella pulls absolutely no punches. If you enjoy pitch-black horror, extreme horror erotica, and books that keep you guessing until the end, this is worth picking up.
May 30, 2026
I was blown away as this was my first book from this author. I can never look at a flashlight in the same way again😂 my face scrunched up in disgust and if my eyes popped any further out of my skull then I believe I’d be blind right now😂 this was perfectly executed, entertaining although disgusting as its intended☺️ I couldn’t praise this author enough for how well written, well paced and well structured the story is🖤 congratulations my lovely🖤xx
April 28, 2026
Kerrigan really hit all the marks and then some! Sexy, bloody and just down right disgusting. I absolutely loved every second of it and once I picked it up I could hardly put it down. I love a good twist and this one really threw me! I wasn’t expecting the ending at all. This one really just did it for me and would definitely recommend to anyone that’s down with the sick and twisted.
May 9, 2026
First of all thank you to the author for the ARC. I appreciate it so much 🥰. This book is freaking Nuts!!! Disturbing, dark and disgustinggggg but in a good way ofc if you’re a little bit messed up 😈. This was a quick read with an amazing plot, amazing characters and the smut…was out of this world🥵🥵💦 PLZ CHECK TRIGGER WARNINGS
April 30, 2026
This book was insane and the twist at the end had me with my jaw on the floor like WHAT?!? Please, please do not go into this book thinking it’s an easy read, I can handle it, I have no triggers because I can promise you it goes from 0-60 in 2.2 seconds flat no warm up, just BOOM woahhhh. I enjoyed it and I’m curious to see where it goes from here for sure!
May 3, 2026
Overnight gives you that quick, twisted hit of dark horror‑leaning intensity that keeps you locked in. It’s unsettling in all the right ways and leans fully into its wild, chaotic energy. Check your triggers, buckle up, and enjoy the ride.
June 10, 2026
This book was absolutely unhinged and totally erotic horror material so please check your triggers I beg of you. It’s a short little novella with so much horrific smut but the ending was borderline pleasant and the plot twist was so surprisingly. This truly is an amazing book, the perfect short fast paced read to get you out of a reading slump
May 12, 2026
I honestly don't even know what to say about this. It was exactly the kind of dark, twisted story I was looking for.
I liked it a lot, and immensely enjoyed the twist at the end. I did not expect it at all.
This was my first book by this author, and it most likely will not be my last. It's hard for me to find an erotic horror that's actually as dark as it claims to be.
If you're like me, on a hunt to find a book so dark it makes you question your own life choices, give this one a try. It didn't quite get there for me, but it got closer than most others I've read.
I liked it a lot, and immensely enjoyed the twist at the end. I did not expect it at all.
This was my first book by this author, and it most likely will not be my last. It's hard for me to find an erotic horror that's actually as dark as it claims to be.
If you're like me, on a hunt to find a book so dark it makes you question your own life choices, give this one a try. It didn't quite get there for me, but it got closer than most others I've read.
Review of advance copy received from Author
ARC REVIEW 🖤🖤
i just finished overnight and UM WOW!
I honestly don’t even know where to begin with Overnight. If you are looking for a story that makes you throw your morals out the window and leaves you questioning what exactly is "wrong" with you for enjoying it this is it. Kerrigan Shane has crafted an absolute masterpiece of the fucked up genre, and I mean that in the best way possible.
From the very first page, this book grabs you by the throat and refuses to let go. The atmosphere is thick, claustrophobic, and deliciously twisted. It’s the kind of horror that gets under your skin, not just because of the danger, but because of the way the lines between pleasure and fear become so terrifyingly blurred.
Let’s talk about the spice. It wasn't just present; it was absolutely spicing in a way that felt dangerous, unhinged, and perfectly executed. It felt like an organic extension of the chaotic tension building throughout the story rather than something shoehorned in. And that flashlight scene? Forget whatever you think is going to happen I certainly didn’t guess it, and it completely redefined how I looked at the rest of the book.
But the real kicker is the plot twist. I consider myself pretty good at guessing where a thriller is headed, but this one left me utterly stunned. My jaw was literally on the floor. It was a masterclass in misdirection that I don't think anyone will see coming.
Overnight is a visceral, haunting, and incredibly erotic experience that demands your full attention. It’s bold, it’s unapologetic, and it’s easily one of the most memorable stories I’ve read this year. If you aren't afraid to walk on the darker side of fiction, you need to pick this up immediately when its out!
i just finished overnight and UM WOW!
I honestly don’t even know where to begin with Overnight. If you are looking for a story that makes you throw your morals out the window and leaves you questioning what exactly is "wrong" with you for enjoying it this is it. Kerrigan Shane has crafted an absolute masterpiece of the fucked up genre, and I mean that in the best way possible.
From the very first page, this book grabs you by the throat and refuses to let go. The atmosphere is thick, claustrophobic, and deliciously twisted. It’s the kind of horror that gets under your skin, not just because of the danger, but because of the way the lines between pleasure and fear become so terrifyingly blurred.
Let’s talk about the spice. It wasn't just present; it was absolutely spicing in a way that felt dangerous, unhinged, and perfectly executed. It felt like an organic extension of the chaotic tension building throughout the story rather than something shoehorned in. And that flashlight scene? Forget whatever you think is going to happen I certainly didn’t guess it, and it completely redefined how I looked at the rest of the book.
But the real kicker is the plot twist. I consider myself pretty good at guessing where a thriller is headed, but this one left me utterly stunned. My jaw was literally on the floor. It was a masterclass in misdirection that I don't think anyone will see coming.
Overnight is a visceral, haunting, and incredibly erotic experience that demands your full attention. It’s bold, it’s unapologetic, and it’s easily one of the most memorable stories I’ve read this year. If you aren't afraid to walk on the darker side of fiction, you need to pick this up immediately when its out!
June 22, 2026
I stumbled across this novella on KU and went into it knowing almost nothing beyond the blurb. An hour later, I was finished and looking into more of this author’s work.
It’s an incredibly fast read, but it wastes no time pulling you in. This is very much a pitch black romance / erotic horror novella, and the trigger warnings should absolutely be taken seriously.
The story follows a tense cat-and-mouse game that quickly spirals into something far darker and far more disturbing than it initially appears. The further I read, the more invested I became in seeing how everything would unfold.
The atmosphere was intense, the pacing was quick, and the story kept me engaged from start to finish. While there were a few moments where transitions between scenes felt a little abrupt, that’s also something I can forgive more easily in a novella where page count is limited.
The horror elements, taboo themes, and extreme content served the overall experience and kept the tension high throughout.
If you’re looking for a dark romance, this isn’t the book for you. If you’re looking for an extremely dark, twisted, taboo read that leans heavily into erotic horror territory, this one absolutely delivers.
Definitely a one-sitting read, and I’ll be checking out more from Kerrigan Shane in the future.
It’s an incredibly fast read, but it wastes no time pulling you in. This is very much a pitch black romance / erotic horror novella, and the trigger warnings should absolutely be taken seriously.
The story follows a tense cat-and-mouse game that quickly spirals into something far darker and far more disturbing than it initially appears. The further I read, the more invested I became in seeing how everything would unfold.
The atmosphere was intense, the pacing was quick, and the story kept me engaged from start to finish. While there were a few moments where transitions between scenes felt a little abrupt, that’s also something I can forgive more easily in a novella where page count is limited.
The horror elements, taboo themes, and extreme content served the overall experience and kept the tension high throughout.
If you’re looking for a dark romance, this isn’t the book for you. If you’re looking for an extremely dark, twisted, taboo read that leans heavily into erotic horror territory, this one absolutely delivers.
Definitely a one-sitting read, and I’ll be checking out more from Kerrigan Shane in the future.
May 21, 2026
This is exactly the kind of Novella that drops you into the world of the characters in a jagged chaotic way. Dollface, Hollow and Victoria are chaotic overwhelming creatures that find joy in the depraved. Like holy shit. This was definitely an unexpected surprise ending. My only complaint is wanting more story… well done Kerrigan 😍 can’t wait to see what the next archives hold.
Review of advance copy received from Author
GO READ ALL OF kerrigans books. You will not be disappointed. She is amazing at making bad boys look good.
May 25, 2026
What did I just read…? Seriously. I’m still trying to process this one. 😭
Overnight was dark, twisted, disturbing, and completely unhinged in the best/worst way possible. The story starts with Veronica at her office trying to leave the building when she and her ex-boyfriend are suddenly kidnapped. From there, things spiral into a violent psychological nightmare full of captivity, manipulation, gore, depravity, and mind games that just keep escalating chapter after chapter.
This is NOT your typical dark romance. This leans heavily into erotic horror, and the trigger warnings absolutely need to be taken seriously because this book goes THERE.
What kept me hooked was the constant feeling of “there’s no way this can get crazier”… and then somehow it did. The atmosphere felt claustrophobic and chaotic the entire time, and the MMCs were completely morally black and unhinged.
But the ending? The ENDING.That plot twist completely messed with my head. Just when I thought I had the story figured out, everything flipped upside down and suddenly you realize the entire scenario was tied into their Discord fantasy roleplay. I literally sat there staring at the wall afterward questioning everything I had just read. 😳
If you like:🖤 erotic horror🖤 psychological mindf*cks🖤 morally black MMCs🖤 captivity/captive themes🖤 gore & disturbing content🖤 “what the actual hell?” endings
then you’ll probably devour this.
This book is definitely not for everyone, but if you’re looking for something dark, shocking, and unforgettable, Overnight delivers exactly that
Overnight was dark, twisted, disturbing, and completely unhinged in the best/worst way possible. The story starts with Veronica at her office trying to leave the building when she and her ex-boyfriend are suddenly kidnapped. From there, things spiral into a violent psychological nightmare full of captivity, manipulation, gore, depravity, and mind games that just keep escalating chapter after chapter.
This is NOT your typical dark romance. This leans heavily into erotic horror, and the trigger warnings absolutely need to be taken seriously because this book goes THERE.
What kept me hooked was the constant feeling of “there’s no way this can get crazier”… and then somehow it did. The atmosphere felt claustrophobic and chaotic the entire time, and the MMCs were completely morally black and unhinged.
But the ending? The ENDING.That plot twist completely messed with my head. Just when I thought I had the story figured out, everything flipped upside down and suddenly you realize the entire scenario was tied into their Discord fantasy roleplay. I literally sat there staring at the wall afterward questioning everything I had just read. 😳
If you like:🖤 erotic horror🖤 psychological mindf*cks🖤 morally black MMCs🖤 captivity/captive themes🖤 gore & disturbing content🖤 “what the actual hell?” endings
then you’ll probably devour this.
This book is definitely not for everyone, but if you’re looking for something dark, shocking, and unforgettable, Overnight delivers exactly that
May 4, 2026
ARC Review | First read by Kerrigan Anne
Y’all already know I love my books pitch black. The darker and more traumatic, the better…and this one absolutely delivered, even in novella form. As always besties, check ya trigger warnings!
Victorias accountant just trying to get through a late night shift, pushing to make a deadline in her office building when everything starts glitching out. Lights, tech, all of it. And then she realizes…she’s not alone. What starts off as a tense, locked in office situation quickly turns into a dark, twisted game of cat and mouse. Which is always one of my favs.
From the first page, this book grabs you and doesn’t let go. The atmosphere is so claustrophobic and heavy, and there’s this constant tension that just keeps building. It’s not just the danger. it’s the way everything blurs together in a way that feels unsettling and addictive at the same time.
The spice? Chefs kiss, it blended into the tension in a way that made everything feel even more intense and unpredictable. Dark, chaotic, and just unhinged enough to fit the story perfectly. And that flashlight scene?? 🤌🏼🤌🏼🤌🏼
And the twist? That’s what really sealed it for me. I usually have a pretty good idea where things are going, but this one completely threw me.
This was dark, gripping, and honestly just a wild ride from start to finish. If you like stories that push the edge and keep you guessing, this one is definitely worth picking up.
Y’all already know I love my books pitch black. The darker and more traumatic, the better…and this one absolutely delivered, even in novella form. As always besties, check ya trigger warnings!
Victorias accountant just trying to get through a late night shift, pushing to make a deadline in her office building when everything starts glitching out. Lights, tech, all of it. And then she realizes…she’s not alone. What starts off as a tense, locked in office situation quickly turns into a dark, twisted game of cat and mouse. Which is always one of my favs.
From the first page, this book grabs you and doesn’t let go. The atmosphere is so claustrophobic and heavy, and there’s this constant tension that just keeps building. It’s not just the danger. it’s the way everything blurs together in a way that feels unsettling and addictive at the same time.
The spice? Chefs kiss, it blended into the tension in a way that made everything feel even more intense and unpredictable. Dark, chaotic, and just unhinged enough to fit the story perfectly. And that flashlight scene?? 🤌🏼🤌🏼🤌🏼
And the twist? That’s what really sealed it for me. I usually have a pretty good idea where things are going, but this one completely threw me.
This was dark, gripping, and honestly just a wild ride from start to finish. If you like stories that push the edge and keep you guessing, this one is definitely worth picking up.
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