Prince of Darkness: A Dark Romance Duology

by Marian Tee

Forbidden. Foolish. Forever.

These were the first words that came to Fawn Cornwall’s mind when she thought of the prince’s offer to become her lover behind her boyfriend’s back.

Her boyfriend, who she had caught cheating on her.

But if she said yes to the Prince of Darkness---

Fawn knew she would never be the same again.

It would be everything or nothing at all.

He would either love her…or break her.

And one day…he did just that.

Genres: Dark, Romance

305 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 18, 2016

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Reviews

[Bibi · Rating 1 out of 5]

*Spoiler Spoiler*

So many billionaires within this fictional square mile
∞A "Prince", who is a billionaire but has no day job (but O, he inherited millions from his mafia parents). AKA Reid.
∞A girl who is a university student but is also a maid at the Prince's mansion. AKA Fawn
∞A boyfriend, who cheats on said student/maid, but plays a role in saving said student/maid. AKA Grant
∞Some killers willing to do anything to get to the "Prince" because he dared to disrupt their illegal entity/activities.

These are the main characters in this book and not one of them is plausible. But, on to my review.

Book 1
Fawn is engaged to Grant and is attending university but needs to work to fund her tuition. So, she applies for a maids' position at the Prince's mansion and is offered the job. Within weeks, the Prince is intrigued by her mix of innocence and naivety, enough to start off the cat and mouse game of seduction. I should at this point inform you that she is ....*drum roll please*.... a VIRGIN. Imagine that.

This virginity seems to be a siren calling card because once this is revealed to the Prince, he vowed she will be HIS..... da da dum and with interactions (all paraphrased) such as the one below, how could she resist:

"Oh Prince, stop"
"Oh Fawn, you will say the word Cock, else I will kiss you"
"Oh Prince, how about we call it banana"
"Oh Fawn, I disallow you to cum unless you say Cock"

Can you feel my dismay? Well, can you? Le groan.

So now you must have guessed the next move. The Prince wants the maid but only if the fiance is out of the picture and sure enough, the fiance plays the most cliched card hitherto known as "The cheating cad". Can you hear my groan? Well, can you?

Fawn, summoned by a mysterious text arrives just in time to witness "the cheating" scene. Close curtain. End of book one.

Book 2
I can't. I just can't write a word....well...because having read this book, my neurons have synapsed and refuse to unclasp.

You can take my word or not, but, this was the most cringeworthy "dark romance" wannabe ever and I was dismayed by the length to which this book strived to shock its reader.

From Fawn being kidnapped (by the sinister group), then raped, then used as a human carving board, then have her drink her own urine, all -done by the author- in an attempt to show the extent of her love for the Prince, was SICK, IMO. More sick was that not until these occurred was the Prince finally able to confess his undying love for the now severely disfigured Fawn. Very romantic, right? Possibly even swoon worthy, right? Well, you be the judge, but do not say you were not warned. Close curtain. End of this series (I hope).

[San-Dee Keefner · Rating 1 out of 5]

Well I read both books and I thought maybe the books would get better but it did not. BK#1 had me just SMH, but book #2 was over the top. I realize that the world has many many crazies out there. But When I go to read a book, it is my escape from reality. These books were for me just way over the top and I honestly don't know if I will pick up another Marian Tee book. I have read other stuff by her but these books just did me in.

In book 1 we have the VIRGIN h who has barely even kissed her Fiancee to getting fisted by the H, (honestly not sure why she felt the h needed to go through that! this right here turned me off from the book) we already know that the h was going to bust the fiancee with someone else cause he was secondary to the story.......

Book 2 we have the prologue of the H and how he had a neighbor get kidnapped, gang banged raped and cut up only to have the H tell the girl he did not love her. 8 years later, same thing happens to the h (not sure about the rape on the h though) but because she peed herself the assailant made her drink her own pee. Only then does the H know he loves the h, of course this is after the h begged him over and over for him to love her. The h was so immature I wasn't sure I was reading about a 20 something young lady or a tween girl. Even her talking was annoying.

time to go get brain bleach to remove these books from my head!!!!!!

[Shelly · Rating 1 out of 5]

Very disappointed. I wish I read the spoilers before I read the book... because I wouldn't have read it. I love mushy romance but there are things the hero does that would upset most people who like romance. Also what happens to the heroine, in order for the hero to finally fall her, was too difficult to read. If you want the spoilers to prepare yourself for what happens or to see if you can handle reading what happens to the heroine... then I recommend reading Bibi's comment below. She lists the spoilers. I wish I would have read them beforehand because I was fuming at the end of the 2 books on what happened to the heroine....

[Tila · Rating 4 out of 5]

A well merited 4 stars. Even if I didn't like a lot of things, like the verbal communication that they had with each other or the way he pushed her way over and over again and she was zo pathetic to swallow her pride and begging him to love her.
Anyway it was my first book by Marian Tee and don't know if I'm going to read another of her book even if I really loved Reid psssss who knows.
You should read the book cause you'd love it.

[Majh · Rating 4 out of 5]

had to stop reading towards the end 'cause I cried...while I was in the office ( which is where I was reading it ) and you can't cry in the office especially when your boss is near you. i cried internally instead.

[jaiz · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5*

[Marianne · Rating 1 out of 5]

Matching outfits = LAME

[romance_lover · Rating 1 out of 5]

Honestly, her books are ALWAYS SO REPETITIVE! Like they fall for each other. The GIRL won’t let the guy go, and the GUY ENDS UP BREAKING her HEART — ugh. Ok we get it. Still those books weren’t as bad as THIS ONE. Jeez, the amount of times my stomach churned. This one reallly went over board. Like imagine how “IDIOT” a male MC can be to let her have her face scarred — just, I know it has a dark theme but this was just beyond disgusting to me Bc HOW CAN U CLAIM TO LIVE SOMEONE WHEN YOU COULDN’T EVEB PROTECT HER? Yes, he had to let her go to “protect her” (super cliche) but the author could’ve made him keep an eye on her. I love the fact that the author made the MC stalk her when he was merely interested in her but NOT WHEN HE LOVED HER. The writing had no logic. This book had so much potential bc of the plot. But her repetitiveness really ruined it. For once, I wish the author would do something different?

Overall, I was very much disappointed with this. Now I have to go bleach my mind.

[Sam Larks · Rating 3 out of 5]

Yep I guessed right, there are a lot more sexy times in this one than the first book.

I’m up in the air about this one (h was so devoted to H, and it felt like he didn’t love her enough. I feel like I needed more of a grovel and not just a year jump epilogue )

But....this book did make me a bit glassy eyed at the end. My heart truly broke for h (and I love how invested MT made me) which would explain my up in the air dilemma!

So I give it an awesome three stars (prob won’t be one of my re-reads, but it won’t be one that fades into my book fog either)

[Sarah Stein · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m so glad I purchased the second book in the series. My emotions were all over the place. One minute I’m chuckling to myself from the banter between the Prince and Fawn. The next minute tears are blinding me from what Fawn went through. Why, oh why did he have to be so adamant about pushing her away?! She didn’t deserve the torture. Even after all this, I’m still happy with the ending. This author definitely tore through my emotions. The one thing I didn’t care for what the constant stuttering from Fawn and her ex. Overall, amazing story.

[Zen · Rating 1 out of 5]

There is a difference between a heroine that is naive and innocent and one that is too stupid to live. This book was trying for the former and ended up with the latter. Babbling is not cute. Being obtuse is not endearing. This is a woman who wants to be a professional that is in charge of the livelihood of others, ffs. Seriously.

Don't think I will read this author again.

[Elena · Rating 1 out of 5]

the only thing that continously annoyed me & honestly brought this book way down for me was fawns personality. she came off like a 12 year old Christian, not a 21 year old virgin. she was very annoying, not endearing at all.

[Uchenna Azogu · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read

This will have you smiling, crying, experience heartbreak and moments of joy. Honestly could not stop myself from wanting to finish this book.

[Lola · Rating 4 out of 5]

Okay

[C. Erani Kole · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well, this was certainly intense. The writing style took a little getting used to because a lot of it was in relation to the MCs' constant freak-outs, and though it was interesting, it was a bit jarring with the flow. Still fun, and very dramatic lol. If I thought Angelo and Lane were crazy, I just found the couple to replace them! Reid's this awesomely sleek, Dark Shadow of the Night guy who lives in his world of crime as- hmm, Batman. He's a vigilante who enjoys catching the sinners he invites to play. His whole character build was really fascinating because of how methodical it all was. To me, at least. Everything made sense and I got a dark pleasure in the fact that he had a streak of black in him, that undeniable spark of madness in him to push him over the edge if one person was dumb enough to threaten Fawn... I should be scared of the side of him I saw but I think if anything, it just made me fangirl harder haha

Fawn was a very naive character and she really was an idiot, but the type you endear yourself to. Her relationship with Grant and Reid was great planning too, and- well, it was all very intense. All of it. Did I cry? Sadly, I did. But not until a few chapters in, after the happy glow of things. No parties at Prince's house, but I'm kinda glad because it took the setting to a different level, one more intimate and dangerous because of all the drama in Reid's secret life.

I was so happy to see SO MANY new faces throughout the book and in the end. I liked the story and how cute they were, and though they tried to be together/stay away from each other for different reasons, to me I didn't buy it. They just looked like they were in high denial trying to fight what we all already knew lol. Things got amazing the second half of the book, and I don't know if that's just my sadistic side talking, but WOW. Definitely shocking.

[Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow.

I did not expect this book to go where it went. Or maybe as detailed as it went.

But I'm ahead of myself.

I was given an ARC in exchange for my honest review.


Prince of Darkness was all together a book that I will read again. But honestly I've got to process it still, so it might take a while to actually reread it. This book had light themes and also dark themes. I found the book to ring honest although at times I found myself disagreeing with character choices. Possibly because I'd been in their shoes before.

To summarize Prince of Darkness, two people who are obviously right for each other, are semi together but not. They fall for each other but one is not willing to commit or accept due to past situations that has left them with a twisted way of thinking (a quite selfish way of thinking honestly). After a series of pushing and pulling away finally something happens that I hoped would flip the table but still both are stubborn. Finally when we reach a character break through, another has given up. Which leaves us right where we started basically. BUT true love never fails.

There are actually lesson to be learned from this book. Whether you agree with the progression of events and actions taken or not.

To name a few:
Revenge isn't always as sweet.
Love while you can.
Don't let the past steal your future.
Perception is everything.

Marian you truly wowed me with this one. I literally laughed out loud at Reid and Fawn. I rooted for them. I internally screamed at them. And yes, I shed more than two tears for them.

5 out of 5

[Faz · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Prince of Darkness was a much anticipated (and salivated) book I know many of us were waiting for. Reid and Fawn were characters destined for a Happily Ever After but as life would have it the famous Prince and his love had many 'rocks and boulders' thrown in there path.

As usual this book was brilliant. All Marian's readers were pre-warned that there would definitely be tears involved and she was NOT lying. Her heroes are always damaged or broken but strong alphas that just need that special someone to bring the walls around there heart crumbling and in this book innocent Fawn does just that.

Each book has its own special charm and this one was really perfect. (As are all. Each hero and heroine makes you love them and there character especially the way they talk to themselves or does funny things).

There's a few characters we all know and love and some from books we would love to read and there's is a few twisted and cruel savages that we just want to annihilate.

This book is sweet, sexy, funny, witty, heart wrenching and best of all a perfect read.

If there was more than 5 stars Marian would definitely receive it.

[Letitia Moore · Rating 5 out of 5]

First, I received this book from the author for an honest review. Second, I read some of the less then 4 or 5 star reviews and thought......it must be the first time they read one of Ms. Tee's books. I believe if they read her first books about the sexy arrogant Greek Billionaires, they'd have a better understanding of the characters and the story line. I have purchased close to 40 books of Ms. Tee's and I have LOVED them all. I am honored she added me to her ARC list and look forward to reviewing more of her great stories. Now, I'm stepping down off my soapbox and giving my review ;)

I don't think I've cried as much since reading "Swish" by Marian. Reid, "The Prince" and Fawn's story will break your heart and make you cry. The part when the drunk Grant confronted the Prince.......just WOW!!! Also, the torture Fawn suffered at the hands of her kidnappers, just made me boo hoo. The tears you shed is like a cleansing of your soul.........if you are a Ms. Tee fan you will know exactly what I mean. This story is intense and at times a little graphic. It's heartbreakingly beautiful.

[Sherin · Rating 3 out of 5]

A riveting conclusion to the Prince of Darkness Duology, the continuation of Reid and Fawn's story was a heart-wrenching read. A tear jerker through and through, you feel and cry with Fawn. Inspite of starting off as a sweet and innocent girl who fell for Reid, the strength she exhibits when confronted with violence and shame was astounding to read.

Typical Marian Tee, Dramatic scenes, tear-jerker situations between lead characters, I really wanted to smack Reid and strangle Fawn, so their miseries and stupidity can end! I picked up the duology when I was in the mood for emotional roller coaster and Marian Tee doesn't disappoint if you are looking for an extreme fiction!

[Meli · Rating 5 out of 5]

GAHHHHHH. This book had me crying and screaming. I couldn't believe what happened to Fawn. I wanted so much to crawl into the book and protector her. I don't want to say what happens because it will take away from the story. This book speaks of strength, brokenness and overcoming everything that comes your way. At the end, true love conquers all! I want to say more but I can't without ruining it for others!

[Kuvio House]

Very nice way to end this series.

or that's a total lie but anyone that reads Marian Tee knows there will be angst, heartache laughter and pain. The pit of your stomach kind.

You would hope that Marian's characters would learn the pattern but no such luck.

Good luck to the next character if this story is anything to by.

Reid is sexy, Fawn is an 'idiot' and the match works really well in this story.

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank god for the prince of darkness!

You did it again Ms Tee! I love love loved this story!!! I'm so glad Reid and Fawn git their HEA!!!! And I think all the pain they went through will make their love all the more stronger.
Can't wait for updates in other books.
Keep writing so I can keep reading

[Dewi · Rating 4 out of 5]

i don't know whether to admire Fawn or to curse her for being stupid. of all the stupid thing a person can do... how could you drink... omg! anyway, i skim through that part coz it was too much for me. sorry, ms. tee. anyway, love this final book. so, 4,5 stars :)

[Periwinklepsyche · Rating 5 out of 5]

Marian Tee never fails to amaze me with her beautiful stories. I love how Fawn and Reid' s story concluded. So much with the frustrating and agonozing part of their love story.

[Mauaqui · Rating 3 out of 5]

So sad Fawn had to suffer so much.

Reid loves Fawn, but in order to protect her, he must have nothing to do with her. If Davos finds out about her he will have her kidnapped and tortured. And he does find out.

[Whitney xavier · Rating 5 out of 5]

love it love it love it love it love it

[Anisha Kanwar · Rating 5 out of 5]

Superb book

What can I say it was simply marvelous.... Loved every bit of it... I laughed and cried with Fawn and Reid.... Amazing romance and deserves a 5 star.....

[Nanasbookreviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

i received an ARC for an honest review

my review: http://nanasbookreviews.blogspot.gr/2...

[Maria Stella · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet sweet love, dominantly sexy heroes, virgin naive heroines, suspense comedy,sexy lustful scenes...what more do you want in a book??? Marian Tee does not disappoint!

[Sharon Murphy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome!

Marian Tee never disappoints I loved it! Laughed, cried, and couldn't put it down! Can't wait for more. Superb book!