Proximity Disorder

by Violet Kensington

Ace’s life was painfully normal.

Until he accidentally went on a first date with the wrong twin.

Cedar is charming, warm, and dangerously good at flirting. When he asks Ace out for drinks, Ace assumes it’s a miracle.

Then Cedar’s identical twin shows up.

Aspen is brilliant, terrifying, and apparently believes personal space is a social experiment.

Ace spent twenty-seven years being ignored.

Now two disasters are fighting over him.

And things are about to get very complicated.



This story also contains explicit sexual content between consenting adults within a polyamorous relationship (MM+), as well as intense emotional and possessive dynamics.

While the novel explores heavy topics, it is ultimately a story about survival, healing, found family, and reclaiming safety after trauma.

This story is not intended to glamorize or romanticize mental illness.

Unknown Binding

Published January 1, 2026

About the author

Hi, I’m Violet Kensington!

I write dark romance and psychological horror. If you enjoy obsessive love, emotional damage, supernatural chaos, and the occasional snort, you’re in the right place.

My office is usually occupied by dogs demanding attention while I’m trying to convince my characters to make better life choices (they never listen).

I have a weakness for gothic aesthetics, anime, rainy days, and creating fictional worlds that readers can disappear into for hours. Whether it’s vampires, warlocks, werewolves, cursed magic, or dangerously possessive love interests, I believe every story should make you feel something.

Thank you for stopping by my little corner of the darkness. I hope you find a story that keeps you awake far past your bedtime.

Happy reading!

Reviews

[Misfit · Rating 2 out of 5]

I VIOLENTLY devoured this CHAOTIC book ENTIRELY in one session to MAINTAIN THE PERIMETER of my fixation on this insane dynamic

was this well written? no. do I regret reading it? also no.

It's junk food reading for anyone who needs a little pick me up after exhausting all the decent mm options.

[Elyse · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars
It's not my favorite by this author.

I had a hard time with Aspen and his way of talking, he sound like a robot. Also, the romance between Ace and the twins happened fast and could have been more developed.

[Kirstie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Was going through a reading slump and this book came across my timeline as a “get out of your reading slump” book.

It did that.

Aspen gave me slight Sheldon vibes with everything down to the mildest thing turning into a scientific statement. Cedar is definitely the Prince Charming personality. And good ole Ace is just the quiet golden retriever vibe.

🌶️🌶️🌶️ spice

[Mack · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a fun read. Aspen reminds me of Sherlock from bbc. Just so literal and scientific. I love him. He is baby and must be protected. Ace is adorable and I love how he balances them. He is a perfect blend of them both. Cedar is the normal that they both need to function in the world.

[Shania Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book. The twins differences and the way they take care of Ace made my heart feel so full. I love Aspens way of dealing with things in a completely logical and clinical way. Cedar was the perfect golden retriever.

[moon hunter · Rating 5 out of 5]

amazing

Absolutely amazing read I loved all the mmcs in this book the story was well written and the characters really made me fall in love with them ♥️

[Evelyn Katie Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely LOVED this story. Aspen was ridiculously hilarious. The story was a fun and spicy read. I kinda wish there was more!

[Casey Cantrell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had to make an account to rate this book! I loved it so much! Who wouldn’t want twins fighting over them hahaha

[Stacy · Rating 5 out of 5]

So adorable! Great read!

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

happened across this book on tiktok and was like why not give it a try. glad I did, I loved all the characters!

[Candice Gracia · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5 stars