Entangled

by Harleigh Beck

Like a spark in the dried grass, a forbidden relationship ignites when tragedy strikes.
Marred by grief and magnetized by our demons, we seek each other.
He's the one man I shouldn't want.
The one man I should stay away from.
My best friend's father.

Entangled is a dark erotic suspense novella. It isn't a romance and doesn't guarantee a happy ending.
Please see the author's note for the trigger warnings

Genres: Dark Romance, Novella, Romance, Dark, Horror, Spicy, Smut

117 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 17, 2022

Reviews

[Peter Topside · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was ok. Lots of sex, as expected. Daddy fetish business galore. The way things played out were fairly obvious, even beyond the author trying to sway the reader as to Grayson, Luca, and Dylan's ambitions, in relation to the disappearance of Chloe. Willow, our lead, is her best friend and closest ally, but comes from a very unsettled homelife. I guess my biggest critiques here all all focused on the excessive sexuality and underdeveloped plot points. For instance, Grayson and Willow's relationship seemed to completely overwhelm any residual grief over the loss of Chloe. As in it was basically forgotten and not acknowledged past a certain point. And I really felt like there were some big missed opportunities with Willow, as far as how she could suddenly pivot so hard into such a hardcore, sexual woman, what exactly went on with her father, and anything having to do with her absentee mom. Even with Grayson, I just felt that his character was sort of all over the place with no real rhyme or reason behind any of his strange behaviors, specifically his violent outbursts and domineering, lecherous ways towards Willow. So lots of misses here, unfortunately a bit more than hits, which tarnished the whole experience. But the sex was pretty darn good, as was the quality of the writing. I'd taper expectations going into this one, especially if you are looking for anything beyond a slightly stylized erotica.

[Carla · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is so twisted!
It’s worth reading

[♡ bibliosmia bby ♡ · Rating 1 out of 5]

this novella was enough for me to know that this author isn’t for me.
1.5⭐️ only because the storyline could have potential - if it were written better.
the writing doesn’t pull you in or make you care, about anything, so many terms used repetitively it was driving me crazy, and most of it was pretty cringe.
and the “plot twist” was kind of predictable.
the death of the best friend/daughter was completely forgotten about???
and Willow goes from having had sex once to this intensely dominant/voyeur relationship and had no qualms about it?????
the only thing that i really liked was when Willow gave “her” car to her brother - slipping that in and not acknowledging what it actually was, was pretty clever.
i already took this author’s other books off my “want to read” list and returned this one 🫠
there are too many great authors and books out there to be heartbroken over this lol

[Neelakshi · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.25

Nothing better than eating out your dead daughter's underage bestfriend on the day of her vigil
🥰🥰


This book needs to be
1) Longer.
2) Have more smut.
Because the plot was actually something that has potential.
The ending caught me off guard and shook.
Honestly an honest decent novella

[Lennox · Rating 4 out of 5]

That ending 💀

wtf dude...and why do I want it to be longer

[Ash · Rating 5 out of 5]

THE PLOT TWIST😳😲

[Justine · Rating 4 out of 5]

W…what on earth was THAT? You know when you dig into a story and you think you know what’s going on, only for the author to pull the rug out from right underneath you? Yeah, this is *that*. Entangled is author Harleigh Beck’s newest dark erotic suspense novella where she submerges readers in an enthralling mystery laced with riddles and heartache. I really didn’t know what to expect heading into this book, but what I got was something so incredible – so much so that I’ll immediately be diving headfirst into Beck’s other works.

In this novella we delve into the forbidden as we follow two souls seeking comfort in shared grief, all while the indecency seeps from the pages. We’ve got Willow, a young woman on the cusp of adulthood mourning the disappearance of her best friend, and Grayson, her missing friend’s father, who knows this crushing agony all too well after losing his wife in a similar manner. What begins as an innocent camaraderie eventually descends into a possessive coupling where it’s difficult to not question intentions.

It’s intense, it’s sexy, it’s heart-wrenching, it’s…unexpected. Found family? Check. Kinks? Check (yes, Daddy Grayson, you wear that Jason mask). A gripping narrative that has you questioning everything? All the checks. I felt a twist coming, but what aaactually happened blew my mind. I can’t say another word, you just have to read it to find out. Entangled is a super quick, steamy, dark as pitch read that ticked all my boxes, and I can’t sing its praises enough. Pick it up, you won’t regret it.

[dj&books · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 ⭐️
This was actually so fucking wiiiillld!! Hahah like wtf 🤯

[Stefanie · Rating 3 out of 5]

mr. reid dressed in gray joggers and a white t-shirt… or those rolled-up sleeves!? I am absolutely down for that. daddy issues are REAL!!!!

[Toya Davis-Stokley · Rating 3 out of 5]

Damn! Wasn't expecting that turn of events, but I guess I should have. 🤷🏾‍♀️ Ok, where is Luca? 👀

[princess ౨ৎ · Rating 4 out of 5]

the plot twist... so good!!!!! i did suspect it tho but omg harleigh beck i love u my queen!!!!!

[Susan :) · Rating 4 out of 5]

OMG EL PLOT TWIST. Es un libro corto, pero el misterio y el smut está buenísimo, nunca creerías quién es el asesino. La autora juega con los personajes haciendo que cada uno tenga algo por qué sospechar, pero al final te vuela la cabeza.

[Alexandra.readss · Rating 4 out of 5]

When she gave her brother a rusty old Toyota , I knew !!
Loved this !!! ❤️

[Sarah · Rating 2 out of 5]

The twist is the only thing that saved this

[Tia Toro · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a quick and intriguing read. It definitely scratched that itch for a dark suspense novella.

I love going into a book totally blind only to be met with my favorite tropes: forbidden age gap, yes please.

Along with the spice, the plot was pretty interesting too. Definitely had the suspense element throughout the book.

However, the epilogue had me floored. We love them a little
crazy? Maybe?

Forever in love with Harleigh Becks stories 🙂‍↕️

[Quiet_one · Rating 4 out of 5]

Harleigh Beck does it again!!!👑. I did suspect the plot twist, i must say. but I was still left thinking, what the actual f**k just happened!? if you have read any of her books, you just know all is not what it seems!

[Deborah Coomber · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ok…so I saw some of this coming towards the end but not all of it!!! Harleigh beck certainly knows how to make you drop your jaw to the floor!! Her books are some of my favourites!!!

[Kayley Restorick · Rating 5 out of 5]

Obviously another 5 star read from Harleigh! Absolutely ate this up 😮‍💨

[annasbook nookk · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a delicious forbidden trope novella.
Willow and Greyson are both reeling from Chloe going missing. Chloe being Willows best friend and Greysons daughter.
The mystery behind Chloe going missing will shock you to the core.
Harleigh packed a brilliant story into just 120 pages.
The plot, suspense and spice… I loved it.

[Fran (fransbookstagram) · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 Stars

I wanted to read something different and this sure was different. Sadly I made no connection with the characters making it seem flat.

However, the spice and the epilogue were very good.

[Daisy Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

LOL WHAT!!! That’s all

[pageswithparis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Omg.. THE EPILOGUE!!

[em · Rating 4 out of 5]

i wanted a smutty novella and i got this-

[BrooklynBookworm · Rating 5 out of 5]

OBSESSED with this author!!

Entangled is a steamy, age-gap, best friend’s dad. , spicy novella everyone should read! Willow & Chloe are best friends since childhood. Chloe’s dad, Grayson Reid, has always been like a father to read, so when Chloe disappears one night after a fight with her boyfriend, Dylan, Willow starts spending time with Grayson to help him through his grief. But as the story continues, Grayson & Willow will soon find out they help each other with more than just grief.

IM OBSESSED with this author!!! Her stories are just so captivating! I was so intrigued with this novella I, I couldn’t put it down. I knew from the beginning that Grayson & Willow would have a WILD relationship and it was HOT!!! Great plot, steamy spice, suspenseful, will keep you on the edge of your seat and that ending??? Totally unexpected!!! 5 stars.

[Pau Lethani · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh Daddy Daddy...this little novella unlocked a kink I didn't know I had!! The spice was soooo delicious 🔥🔥

I loved how Harleigh explored the connection between the two main characters over the grief they're both going through, it was so beautifully done! But I guess this is not a love story...or is it? 🤔

There's a big mystery and I honestly suspected from EVERYONE. I was so paranoid about what was going on and yet I couldn't imagine what was really happening. THAT ENDING!!!! Jesus, I'm still a bit shaken after that. I don't want to say much else to not give anything away but Harleigh certainly knows how to mess with your head 🤯 I would definitely recommend this one is you enjoyed Sweet Taste of Betrayal 😍

[savvvyreads · Rating 4 out of 5]

Oh wow I didn’t see that coming at the end 🫠

Holy shit 🤣

Quick novella that is best friends dad, has voyeurism, breath play, hand necklaces, dubious cheating, degradation, murder.

After Willow’s friend mysteriously disappears, her and her friends dad find comfort in each other over the next few months.

I got to the end and was like, where is the twist? Oh okay ya there it is 😂 DID NOT SEE THAT COMING

I will say Willow grew up knowing her best friends dad. Dad never saw her that way until everything happened. Also, they do sleep together while she’s 17 still, a few weeks from turning 18. I know some people don’t like that at all so I wanted to include that here 💕

[Gemma Croft · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a really good little novella by Harleigh beck I didn't see the ending coming and I love that about a book, I finished the book going fuck what I need more 🙈🤣🤣 it's a dark romance thriller and my first official age gap book but if I'm honest I didn't mind it too much as it was more centered around mystery then it was around the age gap, I mean you know it's there and it is quite a gap but the mystery surrounding disappearances draws you away from the age which is why I didn't mind it as much 🖤 if you haven't read it defo add to your tbr its a quick easy read 🖤

[ablondieslibrary (Keirstyn’s Version) · Rating 4 out of 5]

In Harleigh’s typical writing style, this novella was quick and easy to devour. Willow and Chloe are your typical best friends - always together, there for each other, treating each other’s house as a second home, basically sisters.

When a tragedy strikes separating the girls forever, feelings and emotions are running high through the small town of Skelton.

However, what I wasn’t anticipating…A RUSTY LITTLE TOYOTA!?!? Holy freaking hell. I have whiplash from the plot twist that was just thrown at me!!! This a medium dark erotic romance, until all of a sudden it’s a completely unhinged dark erotic romance! Just read it, you won’t regret it! 🖤

[❤️Tina❤️ · Rating 4 out of 5]

This erotic novella is short, spicy, with a twist, and there's no happy ending guaranteed! It's taboo, and I loved it 🔥

After her best friend goes missing, Willow finds herself getting closer to the one person who shares her grief, her best friends father, Greyson.

With no father of her own and an absent mother, Willow has no parental figures in her life and finds herself drawn to Greyson, but soon the their feelings turn anything but innocent 🙈

The spice was HOT, and if you've got a Daddy kink, then you'll love it 🥵

Yes, it's taboo. No, it's not for everyone, but I thought it was a great little read 🖤

[Laurenloveslit81 · Rating 5 out of 5]

So this is one of those books where it’s hard to write a review because you don’t want to give too much away but let me tell you I was absolutely shook at the end of the story! It felt like the first time I ever saw The Sixth Sense where I had no idea what was coming and I couldn’t stop thinking about what a crazy plot twist it was.

And don’t even get me started on the spice. Daddy Grayson is so freaking hot! His and Willow’s story is super hot but also very taboo so make sure to check those TW’s.

I was so excited to receive this ARC and I was not disappointed. I highly recommend this dark and twisty novella!