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Cute Little Hand Grenade
"I wasn’t born bad. I was made this way."
Vicky Sterling has been passed around, beaten quiet, and dragged through the gutters of prostitution and violence. She crawled out sharp. She stayed alive. And through it all, one thing kept her breathing: Simon, her son. Her light.
She swore he’d never know the pain she endured. But when a violent neighbour threatens the only thing she has left, Vicky snaps. The quiet mask shatters. And once her rage is unleashed, there’s no putting it back.
Cute Little Hand Grenade is a raw, darkly funny psychological thriller. A story of motherhood with teeth, trauma that bites back, and vengeance that doesn’t ask permission.
Vicky Sterling has been passed around, beaten quiet, and dragged through the gutters of prostitution and violence. She crawled out sharp. She stayed alive. And through it all, one thing kept her breathing: Simon, her son. Her light.
She swore he’d never know the pain she endured. But when a violent neighbour threatens the only thing she has left, Vicky snaps. The quiet mask shatters. And once her rage is unleashed, there’s no putting it back.
Cute Little Hand Grenade is a raw, darkly funny psychological thriller. A story of motherhood with teeth, trauma that bites back, and vengeance that doesn’t ask permission.
331 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 16, 2019
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About the author
Jadella Gold
9 books13 followersIf you love stories that crawl under your skin, you’re in the right place.
I write psychological crime fiction with sharp edges, flawed characters, and a twist of dark humour, the kind of stories that leave you unsettled, entertained, and sometimes a little complicit.
Born and raised in London, I’ve always been fascinated by what makes people snap, survive, or spiral. My tales never flinch from showing the consequences of choices that cut deep.
My series, Cute Little Hand Grenade, follows characters who push limits, break rules, and occasionally, just snap. Share it with someone unafraid of the dark… or keep it for yourself.
I love hearing from readers. Connect with me at jadellagold@mail.com
or find me on Substack, TikTok, and Instagram for sneak peeks, behind-the-scenes insights, and more dark tales.
I write psychological crime fiction with sharp edges, flawed characters, and a twist of dark humour, the kind of stories that leave you unsettled, entertained, and sometimes a little complicit.
Born and raised in London, I’ve always been fascinated by what makes people snap, survive, or spiral. My tales never flinch from showing the consequences of choices that cut deep.
My series, Cute Little Hand Grenade, follows characters who push limits, break rules, and occasionally, just snap. Share it with someone unafraid of the dark… or keep it for yourself.
I love hearing from readers. Connect with me at jadellagold@mail.com
or find me on Substack, TikTok, and Instagram for sneak peeks, behind-the-scenes insights, and more dark tales.
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September 25, 2025
wow!!! I was introduced to Jadella Gold's books and I've read the first one. It was so refreshing to read such an original voice. Her unique narrative voice makes you actually feel like she's telling you the story in your living room. 😅 What amazed me about her writing is how she can be so dark and yet you find yourself laughing out loud every other page. She's very talented but very brave to be able to nail that unique combination. Right, I'm sooo ready for Beautiful ticking time bomb 💣
November 18, 2025
Wow this is the first of Jadella’s books that I have read and I will definitely be reading more.
How she can write a psychological thriller that also makes you laugh out aloud is amazing. This book follows Vicky who has had a terrible life, dragged up, violence and prostitution. The only thing that keeps her going is her son. When her son is targeted Vicky comes out fighting.
This books is so emotional and it just goes to show that you don’t mess with a mother’s child.
How she can write a psychological thriller that also makes you laugh out aloud is amazing. This book follows Vicky who has had a terrible life, dragged up, violence and prostitution. The only thing that keeps her going is her son. When her son is targeted Vicky comes out fighting.
This books is so emotional and it just goes to show that you don’t mess with a mother’s child.
October 23, 2025
Cute Little Hand Grenade is a raw, explosive psychological thriller that gets under your skin and stays there.
Vicky Sterling isn’t your typical heroine — she’s jagged, bruised, and terrifyingly human. A mother clawing her way through trauma, exploitation, and revenge, she becomes both the weapon and the warning.
⚠️ Trigger warnings apply — this story deals with heavy themes of trauma and abuse.
Vicky Sterling isn’t your typical heroine — she’s jagged, bruised, and terrifyingly human. A mother clawing her way through trauma, exploitation, and revenge, she becomes both the weapon and the warning.
⚠️ Trigger warnings apply — this story deals with heavy themes of trauma and abuse.
September 20, 2025
oh my! firstly, I really liked how you are being told vickys story by the authors pov. The quotes at the end/start of each chapter were a nice touch! I found myself laughing, grasping, and getting emotional, following Vicky through her childhood, into adulthood. The emotional and physical abuse she endured was heartbreaking! I found myself wanting, no, NEEDING to know what happened next after each chapter. The ending left on such a cliff hanger! perfectly set up for book two, which i will be reading soon!
December 3, 2025
Wow! Okay let me just say I was warned before opening this book. 😅 But I went ahead on anyway and MAN did it take me on a ride! It follows a young girl named Vicky whose dealt some of the worst cards in life. I mean just terrible. But you can only take so much for so long before you blow...and unfortunately Vicky...well i dont want to give too much away, see for yourself. Like the book cover states, its definitely "daringly dark" and "wonderfully twisted". The first few chapters my little heart couldn't take. But I think throughout the book I transformed and started to get locked in and couldnt stop. I never knew what was going to happen. The element of shock was always there...😅. But yeah, overall great book! If you want something unhinged this is definitely for you. But just take heed to the warning.
December 29, 2025
Holy moly! What a crazy and amazing book! Absolutely traumatizing and I love it! It was most definitely dark and twisting! I love and hate Vicky Sterling . I am definitely hooked! Well written!
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