'Corrupt Idol' by Dinah Harper is a dark and twisted romance that delves into the complex relationship between step-siblings, Violet and Jesse. The story follows Violet as she moves back home after years of separation from Jesse, her stepbrother, in order to support her ailing stepmother. What unfolds is a tale of forbidden love, pain, secrets, and struggles, with Jesse's possessive and alpha personality clashing with Violet's internal turmoil. The narrative is intense, captivating, and thrilling, keeping readers hooked from the beginning to the end.

The book explores themes of obsession, jealousy, and forbidden desires, portraying a tumultuous relationship between Violet and Jesse. Despite the dark and controversial content, the story also touches on emotional depth and unexpected revelations, challenging readers to look beyond black and white and question societal taboos and perceptions of love and relationships.

Characters:

The characters are deeply influenced by their emotions, with the hero displaying obsessive traits while the heroine struggles with her feelings.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is engaging with an intense emotional tone, although some dialogue may feel awkward to readers.

Plot/Storyline:

The narrative centers on a dark romance involving step-siblings who reunite after a long separation, tackling themes of obsession and emotional turmoil.

Setting:

Set in a contemporary context with familial dynamics that influence the plot.

Pacing:

The pacing varies, with some fast-moving sections that engage the reader, while others may feel rushed.

She hadn’t seen her father in two years and in that time, he had aged significantly. The grooves in his face were more pronounced, he had put on weight, and his once gray hair was now snow white. Taki...

Notes:

The main characters are step-siblings named Jesse and Violet.

The book explores themes of obsession, jealousy, and taboo love.

The hero was possessive and obsessed with the heroine throughout the story.

Both characters were involved with others during a 5-year separation, but the narrative avoids double standards about their relationships.

The story is described as a dark romance filled with pain, secrets, and struggles.

There are emotional layers and complexities to the characters' relationship throughout the story.

The ending is an HFN (Happy For Now) which left some readers wanting more.

There are strong themes involving manipulation and non-consensual elements, which are heavily warned about in advance.

The writing style and dialogue received mixed reviews, especially considering it was the author's first book.

The author, Dinah Harper, is a pen name for Mia Knight, who has other published works.

The book has been described as captivating and thrilling, despite its dark themes.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

There are several triggers including themes of non-consensual acts, emotional trauma, and taboo relationships.

Has Romance?

The romance is a central theme, characterized by intensity and complexity between the main characters.

explicit steam level

From The Publisher:

"I want to be a good man. In every aspect of my life I'm a model citizen except when it comes to you."

Once upon a time, he was her everything-protector, best friend, hero. She looked up to him and trusted him with her life. In one selfish move, he ruined everything and broke her in the process.

It's been five years and the moment she hoped to avoid is here. She's about to come face to face with her step-brother, Jesse Sampson, corrupt idol and her personal nightmare.

She's going to show him how little he affects her. She'll never let him back in.

…But he has other plans.

Author's Note: This is a dark, taboo romance novel with triggers and mature themes that may make some readers uncomfortable.

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Not Interested (10)

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Corrupt Idol

Dinah Harper