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Corrupt

Book 1 in the series:Devil's Night

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Corrupt by Penelope Douglas is a dark and suspenseful romance novel that follows the unique and intense relationship between Rika and Michael. The story is filled with mind games, dangerous pranks, and boundary-pushing freedom, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. The plot switches between past and present, revealing a mysterious and lust-filled narrative that challenges the characters' sense of right and wrong.

Characters:

The characters are deeply flawed and complex, with Michael representing a dominant alpha archetype, while Rika exhibits resilience amidst emotional turmoil.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style employs dual perspectives and a non-linear timeline that enhances the suspense and engagement throughout the story.

Plot/Storyline:

The narrative unfolds a dark and complicated romance between Rika and Michael, filled with themes of revenge and redemption stemming from a traumatic past.

Setting:

The story is set in a privileged college town, juxtaposing wealth and dark psychological themes against a backdrop of youth culture.

Pacing:

The pacing enhances the experience, transitioning from a slow build to a gripping intensity, especially in the climactic sections.
I didn’t need a new dress. I already had several I’d only worn once, and at nineteen, I could definitely pick out my own clothes. Not that he would be here to see it anyway, and if he was, he wouldn’t...

Notes:

The book features a dark romance theme with elements of psychological manipulation.
Rika, the heroine, is portrayed as tough and resilient despite the challenges she faces.
Michael, the male lead, has a complex and possessive personality.
The story includes a steam room threesome scene, which adds to its steamy reputation.
Many readers appreciate the ending, feeling it wraps up nicely for the main characters, Michael and Rika.
There are comments about the odd aesthetic of rich, spoiled kids partying with heavy metal and screamo music.
The narrative includes both past and present timelines, which some readers found confusing.
The book explores dark themes like abuse and the moral ambiguities of love.
Some readers felt the characters lacked consistent personalities, especially the male leads who seemed to mix different tropes.
Penelope Douglas's writing style is noted for pushing boundaries in erotic scenes.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

The book contains multiple triggers such as themes of bullying, sexual assault, abuse, psychological manipulation, and dark sexual themes, making it essential for readers to check content warnings before reading.

Has Romance?

The romance in Corrupt is a significant element, highly focused on the intense chemistry between Rika and Michael, showcasing their complicated dynamics.

From The Publisher:

From New York Times bestselling author Penelope Douglas comes a new dark romance...Erika I was told that dreams were our heart's desires. My nightmares, however, became my obsession. His name is Michael Crist. My boyfriend's older brother is like that scary movie that you peek through your hand to watch. He's handsome, strong, and completely terrifying. The star of his college's basketball team and now gone pro, he's more concerned with the dirt on his shoe than me. But I noticed him. I saw him. I heard him. The things that he did, and the deeds that he hid...For years, I bit my nails, unable to look away. Now, I've graduated high school and moved on to college, but I haven't stopped watching Michael. He's bad, and the dirt I've seen isn't content to stay in my head anymore. Because he's finally noticed me. Michael Her name is Erika Fane, but everyone calls her Rika.My brother's girlfriend grew up hanging around my house and is always at our dinner table. She looks down when I enter a room and stills when I am close. I can always feel the fear rolling off of her, and while I haven't had her body, I know that I have her mind. That's all I really want anyway. Until my brother leaves for the military, and I find Rika alone at college. In my city. Unprotected. The opportunity is too good to be true, as well as the timing. Because you see, three years ago she put a few of my high school friends in prison, and now they're out. We've waited. We've been patient. And now every last one of her nightmares will come true. *Corrupt is a STANDALONE dark romance with no cliffhanger. It is suitable for ages 18+.

Ratings (155)

Incredible (26)
Loved It (56)
Liked It (36)
It Was OK (19)
Did Not Like (6)
Hated It (12)

Reader Stats (306):

Read It (168)
Currently Reading (1)
Want To Read (101)
Did Not Finish (10)
Not Interested (26)

4 comment(s)

It Was OK
2 weeks

Yes, but no.. at some point I wanted something more. Mostly prevedibile. But I'll surely read the next one 😄

 
Loved It
3 months

kind crazy and all over the place but good. good smut

 
Incredible
1 year

Loved it. Could not stop reading it. not for the faint of heart, vary dark and full of sexual harassment triggers. Michael is a flawed and dark character you can’t seem to hate, even though he is an ass. Rika is not your typical pushover female lead and she’s a smart badass. The book is full of toxic masculinity and teenage wealth privilege. Loved the rock/metal music references.

 
Liked It
2 years

so...yeah...i refuse to finish this book. scary as fuck. good scary but this shit is still scary. got me quivering.

 

About the Author:

Penelope Douglas is a New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. Her books include the Fall Away Series, Corrupt, and Misconduct, due out December 1, 2015. She dresses for autumn year round, loves anything lemon flavored, and shops at Target almost daily. She lives in Las Vegas with her husband and their daughter. Follow her: Facebook https: //www.facebook.com/PenelopeDouglasAuthor Twitter @PenDouglas Website www.penelopedouglasauthor.com Goodreads http: //bit.ly/1xvDwau IG https: //instagram.com/penelope.douglas/ Pinterest: https: //www.pinterest.com/penelopedouglas/

 
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