Never After Series Review 4/5
📗Book name: Twisted
📘Author: Emily McIntire
📕Genre: Dark Romance
📙TWs: Explicit Sexual Scenes, Gore, Murder, Mild Torture, Kidnapping, Gun Violence, Grief and Loss Depicted, Cancer Depicted, Death from Child Birth Mentioned, Emesis, Whipping, Car-Accident (off screen), Voyerism
🌶️Spicy Rating: 🔥🔥🔥
⭐️Overall rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
My review: This is definitely my least favorite of the series. I felt like the story was far-fetched but I guessed for a ✨forced marriage/ fake relationship✨story it’s not too bad. The spicy scenes were okay, it was definitely a “taboo” kind of romance. The MMC is a billionaire bad boy but also a serial killer but also a COO of a jewelry company? Just too many points to follow, I felt. The ending was eh, the plot twist was eh. I feel like this could have been done a lot better but even with how disappointed I was with how this turned out, I would still read just about anything this Author puts out.
Loosely based on Aladdin
The 'Never After' series by Emily McIntire has captivated many readers with its twists and dark themes, but not all installments hit the mark. In 'Twisted', readers are introduced to a complex character landscape, with the main male character serving as both a billionaire and a serial killer, which adds layers of intrigue and confusion. With themes of taboo romance and suspense, the book loosely draws inspiration from classic tales, offering a modern twist on well-known narratives. Despite the spicy rating, some readers felt that the plot lacked depth and coherence, resulting in mixed reviews. Issues like far-fetched storylines and unexpected plot twists detract from the potential of what could have been a thrilling read. However, loyal fans of McIntire often find themselves drawn to her unique storytelling style, even when the execution isn’t perfect. McIntire's exploration of darker themes such as grief, loss, and trauma is present throughout her works and continues to resonate with a dedicated audience. For readers exploring the genre of dark romance, 'Twisted' serves as an interesting case study on how expectations are set and met within thematic explorations of love and violence. The balance of romance and moral complexity remains a captivating discussion point among fans. If you’re intrigued by morally gray characters and dark themes, this book will still offer something engaging, despite its flaws.
