Capture Me by Anna Zaires
In her dark and sensual romance book Capture Me, Anna Zaires tells the tale of Yulia, a young lady who is abducted by Lucas, a strong and mysterious guy who works for Julian, the protagonist of the Twist Me series. Julian is the series' main character. As Lucas questions Yulia and tries to learn her secrets, he discovers that he is unexpectedly drawn to her. Upon learning about Lucas' own terrible past, Yulia finds it difficult to withstand his strong and alluring presence. Capture Me presents an intriguing and exhilarating exploration of the lines between desire and peril with its hot scenes and complicated characters.
How to Make Friends with the Dark by Kathleen Glasgow
Young adult author Kathleen Glasgow's book "How to Make Friends with the Dark" is about Tiger Tolliver, a 16-year-old who is having a hard time adjusting to the unexpected death of her mother. Tiger is compelled to face both her personal demons and the harsh truths of the world as she makes her way through grief and loss. The themes of family, friendship, and resiliency are explored in the novel as Tiger learns to rely on those around her for assistance while also figuring out how to move forward on her own. "How to Make Friends with the Dark" is a moving book that provides an insightful depiction of loss and recovery.
If We Were Villains by M.L. Rio
The dark and suspenseful mystery If We Were Villains by M.L. Rio is set in the world of Shakespearean drama. As they traverse their last year and get ready to enter the working world, the story follows a group of students at an elite arts school. The students find themselves caught up in a dangerous game of deception and betrayal when a tragedy occurs, which causes the lines between performance and reality to blur. If We Were Villains is a gripping and intriguing book that will keep readers wondering right up to the very end with its vividly rendered characters, moody backdrop, and complex plot.
Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo
Leigh Bardugo's dark fantasy book Ninth House is set in the privileged Yale University community. Alexander "Alex" Stern, a disturbed young lady with the capacity to see ghosts, is the main character of the novel. When she receives a full scholarship to attend Yale as a member of the secret society Lethe, she is given a second start at life. Alex soon learns, though, that the society's rituals and magic are dangerous and malevolent. Alex must face her horrific history as she investigates a string of deaths linked to Lethe while also dismantling a web of lies and corruption. The atmospheric thriller Ninth House has strong characters and a vividly created universe.