Blackwood

Celia Aaron

Book 1 in the series:Blackwood

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'Blackwood' by Celia Aaron is a dark mysterious thriller that follows Elise, an archeology student on a mission to uncover the truth about her father's disappearance. Despite warnings from locals, Elise forges ahead with her plans to dig on the Blackwood estate, encountering the enigmatic Garrett Blackwood, a recluse with a dangerous aura. As Elise delves deeper into the woods, she unravels a web of suspense, deception, and primal desires, ultimately leading to a captivating and intense relationship with Garrett.

The book is praised for its well-crafted characters, intricate plot twists, and a writing style that seamlessly blends elements of suspense, passion, and raw animal-like intensity. Readers are drawn into a world where darkness and dominance collide, as Elise and Garrett navigate a complex relationship filled with mystery, danger, and unexpected revelations.

Characters:

The characters are multifaceted, with Elise's determination and Garrett's dominant nature driving the dynamic, alongside engaging secondary characters.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is immersive and detailed, with a strong balance of suspense, character development, and engaging eroticism that captivates readers.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot features a compelling mix of mystery and romance, focusing on the protagonist's search for her missing father while navigating intense relationships and primal kinks.

Setting:

The setting is an atmospheric small town with haunting woods, contributing to the overall dark and suspenseful tone of the story.

Pacing:

The pacing is well-crafted, starting slow to build suspense before transitioning into intense, climactic moments.

The grand house rose from the ground as if it grew in that one spot, nurtured for years by the sun and rain. Trees encroached from all sides, their branches leaning toward it, as if seeking to gain so...

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The main character, Elise, is an archaeology student looking for clues about her father's mysterious disappearance.

Elise forges the signature of Garrett Blackwood, a reclusive man, to gain access to his property for her archaeological dig.

The book includes elements of consensual non-consent, featuring primal chase scenes and intense sexual dynamics.

Garrett Blackwood is portrayed as a dominant alpha character, likened to a 'Big Bad Wolf'.

The story is written in a way that blends mystery and romance, keeping readers engaged with numerous twists.

Elise faces danger in the woods, including an attack by wild boars, which leads her to rely on Garrett for help.

The characters experience a complex emotional journey, with initial fear transforming into attraction and desire.

Celia Aaron's writing is praised for its vivid character development and balance of detail with pacing.

The book has been described as atmospheric, with a modern gothic tone and elements of a thriller.

Elise's background as an archaeologist serves as a means for both adventure and personal investigation into her father's fate.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

The book contains high content warnings including themes of consensual non-consent, violence, and sexual kinks that may trigger certain readers.

Has Romance?

The romance in Blackwood is pronounced and central to the plot, characterized by its intensity and complexity.

explicit steam level

From The Publisher:

I dig. It's what I do. I'll literally use a shovel to answer a question. Some answers, though, have been buried too deep for too long. But I'll find those, too. And I know where to dig-the Blackwood Estate on the edge of the Mississippi Delta. Garrett Blackwood is the only thing standing between me and the truth. A broken man-one with desires that dance in the darkest part of my soul-he's either my savior or my enemy. I'll dig until I find all his secrets. Then I'll run so he never finds mine. The only problem? He likes it when I run.Author's Note: This is a mystery/suspense romance with violence and explicit/intense sex. If you need a trigger warning, then this isn't the book for you.

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