Yours Truly
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He falls in love for real, every time — sweet, attentive, the best date you’ve ever had. He only turns when you pull away. And his apartment is papered floor to ceiling with the love letters of everyone who left.
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| Format | Audiobook, eBook, Hardcover, Paperback |
| Language | English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish |
| Book Author | L. A. Walton |
| Page Count | 352 |
| Publisher | Splat Books Publishing |
| Year Published | 2015 |
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He falls in love for real, every time — sweet, attentive, the best date you’ve ever had. He only turns when you pull away. And his apartment is papered floor to ceiling with the love letters of everyone who left.
He’s wonderful, the women say, before they stop saying anything. Charming on the apps, better in person, the rare match who actually listens. Crisis-line volunteer Tindra Bell pieces it together from the calls — frightened women describing a man who loved too fast and took rejection like a wound, and then the women who called once and never again. She starts keeping her own quiet record of the ones who go silent after a perfect first month.
The man isn’t a predator in the way the word usually means. He genuinely adores them. That’s the horror of it — the killing only starts when love curdles into no, and every life he takes joins a shrine of letters and gifts and saved conversations, an apartment built like an altar to being chosen. Tindra makes a profile to draw him out, tells herself it’s to gather evidence, and matches with him within the hour. He’s lovely. He asks her to dinner. She says yes.
Romance-horror that weaponizes the search for connection, this one lives in the awful tenderness of a man who means every word until you break his heart. Intimate, escalating, and impossible to look away from.
Swipe right. He’s going to love you — right up until you don’t love him back.
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Xenia C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This author does not miss.
Nadia C. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Iris E. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Already recommended this to three friends.
Isla S. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Kenji O. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Nia Q. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Absolutely could not put it down.
Leah U. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Stefan X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Tansy D. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Already recommended this to three friends.
Violet O. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Nora K. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This author does not miss.
Alice G. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Emilia X. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Already recommended this to three friends.
Oliver Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Addison I. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Julio R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Absolutely could not put it down.
Anna B. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Already recommended this to three friends.
Madelyn T. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Antonella O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Already recommended this to three friends.
Lena H. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Absolutely could not put it down.
Harper Q. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Umi Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Cora Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Vesper R. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Liora E. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ricardo L. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Quila Z. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Already recommended this to three friends.
Stella Y. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Paisley E. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Delilah I. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Yara R. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Katie C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This author does not miss.
Yuto J. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Viveka G. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Addison H. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Fable D. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Isla W. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Stella G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Quinn L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Zelia A. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Oliver E. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Emma K. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Liam I. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Already recommended this to three friends.
Mila J. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Rafael I. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Sakura V. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Beatriz Z. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Kevin D. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Naomi B. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Julianna M. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Aria Z. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Already recommended this to three friends.
Paisley G. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Already recommended this to three friends.
Vesper K. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Fenna F. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Sofia W. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Oona I. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Catalina T. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Xylia W. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Beatrix X. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Xenia G. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Nova J. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. This author does not miss.
Lukas K. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Xylia C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Mason M. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Absolutely could not put it down.
Sofia C. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Iris Z. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Absolutely could not put it down.
Pedro G. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Mackenzie N. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Scarlett L. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Sarah F. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Aurora N. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Chloe U. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Catalina C. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ivy W. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Oona K. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Lillian D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Jason T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Indra U. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Isabel U. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kaia Y. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Already recommended this to three friends.
Elizabeth S. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ryan J. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. This author does not miss.
Aaliyah R. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Skylar B. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This author does not miss.
Anna P. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Daniel Z. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Absolutely could not put it down.
Opal G. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Sungmin B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Jason B. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Julien S. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Paige X. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Everly T. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Vesper I. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Justin V. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Rylee X. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This author does not miss.
Elena X. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Viveka A. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Isla R. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Julia X. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rafael T. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Absolutely could not put it down.
Hiroshi U. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Wynne L. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Lukas T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Yasmin E. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Juniper U. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Madeline P. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
James L. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Corvina A. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kennedy A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Liam C. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ingrid W. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Reagan H. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This author does not miss.
Nia F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Emily F. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Already recommended this to three friends.
Kaia R. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Marina U. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Yuto D. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Felix K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Liv A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Already recommended this to three friends.
Nora J. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Julio J. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Sophie M. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Zinnia W. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Kylie J. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This author does not miss.
Felipe P. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Iris X. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Emily W. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Trinity Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Anouk X. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Farrah C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Adalynn V. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Quinta K. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Yolanda W. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Isabella F. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Zoe O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Mackenzie D. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Pedro M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Absolutely could not put it down.
Alexa B. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Absolutely could not put it down.
Marina F. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Everly A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Zara I. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Skylar L. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Santiago R. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Alexandra G. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Mathieu O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Absolutely could not put it down.
Priya O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Kaylee J. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Zinnia O. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Katie Y. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Autumn W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Alexa K. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Minho B. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Absolutely could not put it down.
Alexandra P. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Violet M. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Delilah H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Estelle B. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Caroline I. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Carlos J. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ines R. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Kenji E. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lorelei W. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Elizabeth W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Carlos Y. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This author does not miss.
Anais J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Vivian F. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Caroline N. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Josephine W. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mai K. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Viveka T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Klaus Q. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Claire O. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Mackenzie F. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Ethan X. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Seraphine Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Absolutely could not put it down.
Faith D. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Aurora A. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Lark V. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Andre E. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Noah L. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ren Z. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ximena Q. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Sanna E. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Vera S. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Hazel U. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Astrid R. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Brooklyn F. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Oliver V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Dahlia T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Ariana Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. This author does not miss.
Rose M. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Indra F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Indra C. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Lena O. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Brielle J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Addison P. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Everly Q. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Aurora F. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Daniel Q. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Michael B. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Marco I. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Everly K. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Camila K. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Absolutely could not put it down.
Sable E. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Viveka E. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Aria K. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
James U. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Eleanor D. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Absolutely could not put it down.
Camila Z. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Alice S. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Vesper E. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This author does not miss.
Liora R. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This author does not miss.
Sophia L. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Rhea D. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Delphine E. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Aaliyah H. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Katherine G. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Vesper C. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ximena T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Hazel A. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Freja S. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Absolutely could not put it down.
Elena L. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Thalia S. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Sophia V. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Lillian H. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Kylie C. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Isabella Y. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Xenia B. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Riley E. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Willow O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Aria P. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. This author does not miss.
Jihoon I. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Absolutely could not put it down.
Opal I. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Absolutely could not put it down.
Corvina X. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Victoria U. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mira I. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Natalie N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Pedro A. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Rose E. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Elin O. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Yuna Q. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Lucas G. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Persephone D. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Josephine X. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Piper Z. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Diego J. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Haruka R. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Eric W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Elowen O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Absolutely could not put it down.
Tara M. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Liora B. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mira A. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Josephine L. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Paisley P. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Quinta J. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Astrid G. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Justin L. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Adalynn L. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Rhea C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Oona A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Mathieu Y. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Mira W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Allison I. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Aaliyah Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Diego G. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Jin H. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
David K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Piper D. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Aurora U. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Siv R. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This author does not miss.
Tansy G. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Julien T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ava C. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Antonella W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Aubrey W. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Emma A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Absolutely could not put it down.
Harper S. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Aria G. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Brielle N. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Zinnia N. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Minho U. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Daniel R. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Odette W. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Celeste M. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Zinnia T. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This author does not miss.
Una W. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Rylee Y. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Alina C. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Lukas F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This author does not miss.
Renata F. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Katie J. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Wren D. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This author does not miss.
Estelle T. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Andre G. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Wynne V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Gabriella B. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Absolutely could not put it down.
Iris V. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Pierre Q. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Mia S. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Already recommended this to three friends.
Jason S. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Samantha H. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Willow Y. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Absolutely could not put it down.
Talia Z. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Alessia I. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Absolutely could not put it down.
Minho Z. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Evelyn E. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This author does not miss.
Charlotte S. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Already recommended this to three friends.
Nicolas Y. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Michael H. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Beatriz W. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Yara F. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Gwen N. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Lukas X. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ryan I. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Ryan F. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Rachel G. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Nadia M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Isabella J. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Naomi A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Victoria X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Haruka W. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Olivia F. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Tyler K. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Corvina R. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Mai P. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Oliver F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Amara M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ethan Y. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Rhea I. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Lucas J. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
David O. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Zoe N. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Liam S. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Skye E. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This author does not miss.
Aaliyah Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Yuna X. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Rue Y. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Noor Q. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Kylie H. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This author does not miss.
Elizabeth B. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Amara O. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Aurora G. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Lucas S. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Absolutely could not put it down.
Talia F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Zinnia F. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rosa Y. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Freja U. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Umi V. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Anais U. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This author does not miss.
Adira G. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Beatrix F. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Delilah U. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Xylia G. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Peyton F. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Oona S. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Kevin U. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Rosa O. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Emma B. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Nicolas F. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Elizabeth G. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Absolutely could not put it down.
Josie O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Penelope K. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Corvina T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Greta Z. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Meriel X. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Mateo M. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Kylie E. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Priya B. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Emily R. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kaia H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Lorelei Q. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Autumn A. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This author does not miss.
Una H. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Klaus I. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rylee M. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Paige Y. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Chloe I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Skye G. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Mateo C. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Already recommended this to three friends.
Grace O. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Avery Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Adam D. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Riley S. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Indra B. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Jihoon R. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Zelia U. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Already recommended this to three friends.
Yui A. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ava X. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Evelyn S. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Seraphine X. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Minji G. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Vera J. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Liora W. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Siv Y. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Elizabeth E. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lily H. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Absolutely could not put it down.
Indra L. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Sungmin J. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Brielle Z. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Yui M. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Iris O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Greta Y. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Rachel N. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Odette F. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Nova Z. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Hannah B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Felix R. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Estelle R. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Josie R. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Autumn C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Alice C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Nadia H. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Amelia A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Pierre I. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Gabriella M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Skye W. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Already recommended this to three friends.
Skylar H. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Olivia P. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Gwen O. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Natalie L. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Antoine F. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Madeline F. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Rhea M. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Saga P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Absolutely could not put it down.
Dahlia S. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Lily B. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ursula H. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This author does not miss.
Yui D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Nova D. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Elowen H. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Anna N. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Already recommended this to three friends.
Nyla O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Aubrey V. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Siv E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Freja F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Adira U. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Renata I. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Adira V. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Xylia M. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Rosa T. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Cora F. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Odette R. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Hazel L. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Santiago B. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Juniper E. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Hannah O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Liv W. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ricardo I. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Already recommended this to three friends.
Amelia M. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Catalina H. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mathieu Z. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Mira K. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Siv Q. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Selin X. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Una K. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Jin C. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Genesis H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Lena F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Isla F. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Gwen P. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Raven V. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Willa C. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Peyton G. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Vesper X. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Avery X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Natalie M. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Samantha R. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Petra N. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Ines V. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Zoey W. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Willow N. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This author does not miss.
Willow I. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Fiora W. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mathieu F. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Juniper L. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Kaia V. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Alexandra C. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Absolutely could not put it down.
Rhea Q. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Already recommended this to three friends.
Everly R. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Skye L. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Andre Y. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This author does not miss.
Samantha Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Natalie F. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Already recommended this to three friends.
Harper K. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Liam Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Seoyeon J. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Natalie H. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ella F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Daehyun V. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Keira R. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Savannah H. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Mai L. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Xenia P. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Maren N. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Rosalind Q. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Stefan L. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Diego E. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Yara K. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Already recommended this to three friends.
Layan X. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. This author does not miss.
Estelle O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Nora R. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Yasmin P. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Already recommended this to three friends.
Jihoon C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Sanna I. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Adam N. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Sarah A. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Talia I. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Antoine J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ursula I. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Julianna F. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Sanna M. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Anouk V. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Rylee J. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This author does not miss.
Lucas Z. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Thalia T. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Absolutely could not put it down.
Daehyun C. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Bianca D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Brooklyn Q. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Umi S. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This author does not miss.
Anais C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Layla P. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Aria M. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Already recommended this to three friends.
Felix U. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Marco P. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Amelia T. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Winnifred H. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Addison T. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Trinity Q. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Cora V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Odette X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Esme G. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Daniel I. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Tyler R. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Winnifred T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Already recommended this to three friends.
Seoyeon T. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Absolutely could not put it down.
Elena P. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ellie G. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Mai D. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Peyton N. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Genesis K. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Brandon B. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Juniper A. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Mackenzie Q. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Kestrel V. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Tyler Y. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Rachel M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Brooklyn G. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Pedro W. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Xenia V. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Alexa O. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Iolanthe I. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Kevin Z. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Carlos G. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Jia L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Already recommended this to three friends.
Mathieu B. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lillian X. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This author does not miss.
Liora Q. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This author does not miss.
Isabella U. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Already recommended this to three friends.
Zelia B. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This author does not miss.
Evelyn T. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Zara M. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Claire G. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Saga F. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Iolanthe V. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Evelyn P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Opal B. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Victoria C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Noor P. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Elowen X. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Elowen Z. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This author does not miss.
Solene P. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Charlotte Y. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Sophia U. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Amara J. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Claire F. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Lark N. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Minho Q. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Odette Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Yasmin C. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Julianna X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Stella E. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Solene S. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Fenna J. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Yolanda K. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ursula R. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Camille X. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Fiora B. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Layan I. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ottilie W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Keira Q. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Josephine D. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This author does not miss.
Nora P. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Pierre O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Already recommended this to three friends.
Odette J. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ellie O. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Jason H. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Skylar Z. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Allison R. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Anais W. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Anna C. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Halcyon D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Justin A. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Quinn P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Emilia E. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Daniel T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Alexa E. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Jorunn M. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Alina N. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Yara Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Oliver Q. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Madelyn H. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Rachel J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Already recommended this to three friends.
Jorunn X. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Adeline O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Josephine Y. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ottilie G. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Brandon C. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Viveka D. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Emilia O. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Calla J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Claire K. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Sable X. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Logan W. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Camila J. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Absolutely could not put it down.
Gabriella X. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Eleanor L. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This author does not miss.
Lyla F. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Esme K. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Absolutely could not put it down.
Penelope Q. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Marigold O. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Evelyn Y. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Stella F. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Dahlia J. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Willa T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Tara B. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This author does not miss.
Greta V. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Lillian Y. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Absolutely could not put it down.
Faith P. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Freja L. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This author does not miss.
Rylee Q. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Talia J. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Stella S. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Lucy G. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Jia Q. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Madeline L. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Rue K. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Fiora A. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Marco E. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Seoyeon S. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Adalynn S. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Meriel M. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Absolutely could not put it down.
Vivian I. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rue L. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Dara Q. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Absolutely could not put it down.
Priya X. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Saga X. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ottilie D. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Mackenzie J. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Already recommended this to three friends.
Caroline V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ricardo J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Penelope P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Seraphine O. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Faith C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Celeste Q. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Already recommended this to three friends.
Elizabeth L. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Absolutely could not put it down.
Sable I. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Una N. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Sadie S. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ellie F. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Dara M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Nova K. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Elowen D. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Absolutely could not put it down.
Trinity A. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This author does not miss.
Nyla Y. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Adam I. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Yolanda S. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Siv G. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Claire H. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Iris I. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Paige N. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Sophia Q. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mila I. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Skye J. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Haruka V. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Camille G. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This author does not miss.
Zinnia P. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Already recommended this to three friends.
Elena N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Calla F. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Already recommended this to three friends.
Caroline K. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Gwen Y. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Kylie O. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Daehyun N. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kaylee W. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Corvina Q. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Naomi R. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Evelyn N. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Serenity M. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Already recommended this to three friends.
Madelyn K. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Maren A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Opal N. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Fernanda I. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Absolutely could not put it down.
Emilia V. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Marguerite J. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Layan E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Freya J. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Willow Q. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Tansy U. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Josephine C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Thalia E. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Petra T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Indra G. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Sungmin P. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This author does not miss.
Isabel T. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Corinne P. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Fiora D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Reagan T. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Briar Q. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Absolutely could not put it down.
Greta L. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Solene L. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kevin L. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Already recommended this to three friends.
Yara A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Marisol S. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Adalynn G. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mira D. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Alessia P. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Estelle J. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ariana U. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Corinne F. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This author does not miss.
Sungmin Z. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
James Q. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Regina O. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Absolutely could not put it down.
Diego P. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. This author does not miss.
Marigold B. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Jael A. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Harper J. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This author does not miss.
Isabel N. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Daehyun T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Winnifred Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Daniel W. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Liam Q. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Takeshi X. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Kevin H. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Victoria J. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Quinn A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Amara R. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ryan M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Already recommended this to three friends.
Cora A. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lillian P. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Reagan X. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Quila J. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Rosalind P. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Beatriz O. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Zoe B. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Wynne I. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Cora O. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Carlos R. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Sarah N. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Eric G. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Autumn K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Yolanda L. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Stefan G. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Emily L. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Absolutely could not put it down.
Isabel Z. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Already recommended this to three friends.
Juniper I. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ariana W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Freya N. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Saga U. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Felipe Q. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Caroline U. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Valentina O. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Nyla H. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Rosalind X. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Nadia X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This author does not miss.
Madeline X. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Camila O. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Briar C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Yuto X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Juniper W. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Fernanda W. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Josie V. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ariana J. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Stella I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Abigail P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Yolanda D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Josephine J. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Already recommended this to three friends.
Harper E. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Charlotte O. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Already recommended this to three friends.
Regina Z. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Harper Y. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Stella H. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Quila K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Penelope U. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Absolutely could not put it down.
Alessia O. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Briar M. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Michael P. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Corinne L. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Isabel P. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ingrid F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Halcyon M. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Alexa T. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This author does not miss.
Marguerite M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ivy I. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Vera N. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Layla H. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Greta A. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Wren J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Beatriz I. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Elena D. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Piper X. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Isabel Y. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Kenji U. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Absolutely could not put it down.
Oliver L. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Naomi K. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Oliver I. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
James W. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Chloe Z. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Isla H. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ursula Y. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Esme T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Daniel F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Rosalind G. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This author does not miss.
Marigold L. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Lucas W. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Isabel A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Autumn V. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Sarah R. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Nadia Q. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Josie P. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Paisley Q. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Katherine Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Skye A. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Fenna O. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Catalina U. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Yolanda U. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This author does not miss.
Isabel W. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Alexandra Q. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Siv U. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Already recommended this to three friends.
Yuna O. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Natalie R. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Grace Q. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. This author does not miss.
Vivian D. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Madelyn J. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Zelia X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Antonella H. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Amaya Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Noor W. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Aurora J. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Mia C. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Absolutely could not put it down.
Beatrix L. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Elin G. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Marguerite R. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Delphine G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Sanna T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Hiroshi D. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Jorunn S. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Hazel C. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This author does not miss.
Sakura G. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Absolutely could not put it down.
Takeshi I. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Michael Z. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Gabriella W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Audrey P. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Delilah V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Marco Q. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Manuela S. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Fiora Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Jorunn I. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Audrey B. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Already recommended this to three friends.
Oona O. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Trinity L. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Paisley V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Already recommended this to three friends.
Maren I. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Sophie K. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Natalie O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Quila B. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Kaia L. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Kevin C. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Avery B. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Addison J. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Meriel N. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Rosalind B. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Petra V. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Farrah G. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Ines Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Kestrel N. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Absolutely could not put it down.
David C. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Absolutely could not put it down.
Freya W. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Astrid W. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Absolutely could not put it down.
Layla Z. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Penelope Y. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Maya O. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Already recommended this to three friends.
Giselle N. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lucas L. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Vivian C. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Yuto O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Violet S. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Aaliyah F. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Kenji P. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Una Q. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Quinta C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Already recommended this to three friends.
Paloma P. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This author does not miss.
Zara P. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Hannah R. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Natalie U. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Melanie S. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mia V. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Hannah N. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Yara B. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This author does not miss.
Kinsley D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This author does not miss.
Naomi Y. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Lyla I. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Regina K. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Hans J. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Rhea U. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Pedro Q. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ella O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Mateo I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Lyla X. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rue X. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Quila W. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Rose U. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Adalynn N. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Keira N. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lucas F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Absolutely could not put it down.
Raven Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Siv I. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Aria Y. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Sarah I. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Ryan S. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Marisol E. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Noor Y. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Calla I. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Rue M. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Priya G. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Diego T. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Scarlett E. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This author does not miss.
Mateo O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Claire P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Mai N. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Absolutely could not put it down.
Yara E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Absolutely could not put it down.
Una F. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Already recommended this to three friends.
Scarlett T. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kestrel B. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Felix X. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Beatriz S. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Already recommended this to three friends.
Stella C. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Katie Z. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Addison N. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Priya Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Samantha Y. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Cora P. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Mackenzie Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Lucas B. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Fiora Z. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Absolutely could not put it down.
Brandon E. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Halcyon V. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Melanie Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Audrey R. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Josephine M. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Adeline P. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Absolutely could not put it down.
Zoe U. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Klaus C. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Marina M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Fernanda S. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Olivia A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This author does not miss.
Fernanda Z. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Emma X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Reagan B. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Sanna Z. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Tansy O. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Already recommended this to three friends.
Sable V. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Addison A. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Already recommended this to three friends.
Freja P. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Carlos Q. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Brandon V. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Sarah O. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Rylee T. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Kaylee A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Marco K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Xylia K. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Lark P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Delphine J. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Dahlia G. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Layan C. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Josie A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
David N. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Zara N. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Genesis B. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Andre H. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Julianna G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Klaus T. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Una E. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Beatrix B. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Giselle T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This author does not miss.
Diego M. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Minho D. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. This author does not miss.
Anouk H. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Siv W. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Liora M. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Wren N. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Kevin E. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Scarlett X. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Samantha O. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Freya Q. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Indra M. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Selin P. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Already recommended this to three friends.
Genesis E. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Valentina S. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Zoey D. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Kaylee K. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Sophie X. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Mai E. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Marco J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Maya H. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Tara S. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Grace A. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Piper R. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Alexa S. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Riley P. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Already recommended this to three friends.
Sophia X. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Vera O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Viveka R. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. This author does not miss.
Scarlett I. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Serenity C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Tyler U. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Nadia E. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Opal V. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Alexandra R. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Kaia J. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Marisol O. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Madeline S. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ren M. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Already recommended this to three friends.
Antoine D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Sofia O. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Evelyn G. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Fenna I. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Already recommended this to three friends.
Winnifred A. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Raven L. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Isabella D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Jorunn A. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Elin X. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Liora F. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Aubrey Y. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Brandon S. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This author does not miss.
Liam J. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Anais X. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Jihoon G. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Rachel D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Nicolas Q. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This author does not miss.
Haruka B. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Tove A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Iolanthe A. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Faith N. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Kinsley F. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Solene K. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Aubrey G. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. This author does not miss.
Viveka F. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Tove Q. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Camila W. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kaia N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Amara Z. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Absolutely could not put it down.
Michael F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Delphine U. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Jia S. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Valentina A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Absolutely could not put it down.
Dahlia C. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Mateo E. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Takeshi Y. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Evelyn R. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Hana M. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Sakura D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Minho H. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Julianna L. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Paisley X. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Michael K. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. This author does not miss.
Hiroshi G. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Paige B. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Olivia O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This author does not miss.
Aria X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Noah D. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Adeline R. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Esme X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Fernanda T. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Absolutely could not put it down.
Noor N. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Absolutely could not put it down.
Oliver G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Already recommended this to three friends.
Dahlia Q. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Piper V. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Minho N. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Briar H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Kennedy H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ava Y. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Santiago P. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Hiroshi M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Solene O. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Katherine U. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Willa P. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Bianca T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Kylie D. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Josephine A. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Mai A. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Savannah F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Julia C. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Everly M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Absolutely could not put it down.
Wynne M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Lucas P. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Noah N. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Adalynn I. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Tara R. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Absolutely could not put it down.
Madeline R. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Rue T. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Absolutely could not put it down.
Marisol D. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Hana T. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Madelyn Y. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Fernanda R. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Emma C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Liv T. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Nia Z. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This author does not miss.
Sungmin V. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Adam E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Bianca O. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Hana E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Absolutely could not put it down.
Mateo A. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Rue E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Sanna A. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Eleanor Y. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Leah M. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Briar B. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Pedro S. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This author does not miss.
Viveka M. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Yuna J. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Wren W. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Trinity R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Skylar A. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Renata P. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Already recommended this to three friends.
Valentina H. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Isla I. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Winnifred Y. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This author does not miss.
Charlotte R. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This author does not miss.
Leah L. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Minji O. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This author does not miss.
Pierre P. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Ximena W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Priya L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Katherine F. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Nicolas H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Faith F. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Lucy I. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Lucas D. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Yara C. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Already recommended this to three friends.
Alice M. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Isabella B. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Farrah B. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Anais S. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Valentina I. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Charlotte V. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ingrid N. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Piper U. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Absolutely could not put it down.
Jason N. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Tansy F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Hana H. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Madeline M. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Absolutely could not put it down.
Camila E. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Briar P. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Layan U. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Cora S. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Quinta Y. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Yuto I. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Amara N. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ottilie S. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Solene M. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Brooklyn W. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Absolutely could not put it down.
Mila A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Absolutely could not put it down.
Adeline Q. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Nia A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Anais M. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Zinnia Z. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Scarlett O. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Reagan U. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Paisley O. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Alexandra U. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Quila U. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Seraphine D. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Eric U. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Aurora Z. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Jia W. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Esme J. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ryan Y. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Raven X. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Samantha P. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Pedro O. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Allison E. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Petra A. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Yui C. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Yui I. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Ariana X. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ivy Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Juniper R. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Vesper N. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Bianca Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Jorunn Z. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Brielle G. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ella T. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lily R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Talia D. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Savannah D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Already recommended this to three friends.
David L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Penelope J. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Alina E. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ella L. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Isabel C. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Sophia B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Kylie P. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Valentina P. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Katherine E. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Rafael N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Keira G. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Everly W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Maya M. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This author does not miss.
Maya C. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Xenia W. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Amara K. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Regina B. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Esme N. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Already recommended this to three friends.
Willa K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Meriel C. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Renata W. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Addison C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Marigold K. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Vera W. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Absolutely could not put it down.
Violet X. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Takeshi D. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Opal E. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Nicolas R. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Fable G. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Vesper G. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Kenji Z. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Naomi M. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Hans Y. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This author does not miss.
Estelle G. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Alexandra M. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Peyton V. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Xylia X. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Serenity O. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Carlos A. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Alessia T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Calla K. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Zoey Y. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Scarlett R. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Yuto Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Elowen B. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Abigail X. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Jihoon D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Skylar R. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Mackenzie M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Already recommended this to three friends.
David R. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Isabella I. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Kaylee Q. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ella S. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Sakura C. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Indra A. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Xylia E. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Nyla E. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Already recommended this to three friends.
Alessia R. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Hiroshi V. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. This author does not miss.
Marigold Y. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ricardo D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Cora L. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Talia O. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Willa E. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Andre T. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Hannah C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Already recommended this to three friends.
Takeshi H. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Selin Y. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Layla A. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Absolutely could not put it down.
Minho L. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Josie E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ryan Z. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Skye Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Sophia J. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Allison C. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Jason A. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Layan R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Carlos T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Yasmin D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Jia V. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Amelia X. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This author does not miss.
Wynne K. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This author does not miss.
Adalynn U. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Nora V. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Aaliyah U. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Layla D. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Zoe F. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Absolutely could not put it down.
Sadie A. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Meriel O. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Julio G. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Scarlett Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Hana L. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Petra Z. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Kenji F. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Tyler P. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Mia P. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Lily D. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Everly Z. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Already recommended this to three friends.
Beatriz L. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Alina L. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Brandon X. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This author does not miss.
Farrah Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Tyler G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This author does not miss.
Rosa F. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Violet A. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Ricardo P. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Tara O. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
David S. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Josephine N. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Fable Y. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This author does not miss.
Jael Z. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Willa X. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Beatrix O. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Corvina N. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Olivia U. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Quila S. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Absolutely could not put it down.
Layla I. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Ines D. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Kestrel R. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Already recommended this to three friends.
Adalynn Y. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ariana O. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Mia L. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Absolutely could not put it down.
Marco D. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Hans G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Chloe L. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ottilie I. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Hiroshi W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Absolutely could not put it down.
Kinsley E. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Halcyon K. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Lorelei S. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Haruka J. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Penelope D. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Naomi O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Michael C. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Vera X. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Savannah P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Oona E. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Absolutely could not put it down.
Grace C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Zinnia J. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Mira U. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Tara X. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Winnifred L. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Gwen Z. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ursula C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Already recommended this to three friends.
Isabel M. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Audrey Z. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Meriel S. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Yui P. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Rosalind M. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Vera I. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Already recommended this to three friends.
Brandon W. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Tansy A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Emilia Z. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Iolanthe F. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Ximena E. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Absolutely could not put it down.
Brielle D. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Katie U. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Paige M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Skylar U. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Seraphine Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This author does not miss.
Sofia Y. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ursula F. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Already recommended this to three friends.
Maya D. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Kestrel C. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Josephine Z. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ren J. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Noah K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ella Q. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Yuto R. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Quila Y. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Iolanthe O. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Nyla G. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Pierre B. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Mila L. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Klaus Z. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Emma O. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Carlos I. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Talia T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This author does not miss.
Vesper Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Lucas A. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Absolutely could not put it down.
Vera K. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Saga K. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Mathieu Q. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Diego N. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Already recommended this to three friends.
Minji Y. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This author does not miss.
Rosa L. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Quinn T. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Delphine X. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Caroline H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Estelle N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Sadie K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ximena J. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Katie P. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Violet E. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Nadia G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Eric E. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Noor Z. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Sadie Z. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Yuna E. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Tyler W. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Rafael G. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Fable O. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Minho E. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rosa H. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Jorunn P. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Astrid H. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Lily S. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Catalina M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. This author does not miss.
Anouk B. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ella Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Delilah K. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Reagan R. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Kennedy X. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Elin A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Emily N. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Vera Q. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Minho C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Sakura W. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ottilie Y. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Kaylee S. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Jia G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Already recommended this to three friends.
Corinne J. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Persephone Z. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Zelia K. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ximena B. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Absolutely could not put it down.
Nicolas O. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Keira X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Anna S. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Genesis F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Mira J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Noah F. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Meriel R. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Allison N. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Already recommended this to three friends.
Katie S. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Kenji J. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Raven N. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Quinn V. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Sofia B. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Bianca X. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Avery C. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Already recommended this to three friends.
Jael F. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Sable H. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Josephine P. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Skylar V. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Already recommended this to three friends.
Sofia N. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Hiroshi Z. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Skylar Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Alina T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ren X. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Antonella N. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Aurora S. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Sofia X. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Julio H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Samantha G. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Mathieu E. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This author does not miss.
Savannah E. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Maren J. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Ryan E. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Paloma H. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Lorelei B. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Amara B. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Astrid S. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Isabel L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Zinnia D. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Piper E. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Adalynn P. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Anais R. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Umi X. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Madeline Y. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Already recommended this to three friends.
Haruka I. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Absolutely could not put it down.
Zara L. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Anais Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Chloe M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Noor J. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Penelope H. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Logan I. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Julianna K. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Yui B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This author does not miss.
Charlotte F. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Alina K. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Abigail V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Ava Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Cora U. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Aaliyah C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Absolutely could not put it down.
Katherine A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Mia D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Sarah T. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Felix H. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Oona Q. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ivy U. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Paisley N. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Josephine U. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Siv X. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Emilia T. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ingrid M. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Katherine D. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Fable S. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Maren L. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ren N. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Odette M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Amelia J. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Skye V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Addison K. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Vesper M. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Petra X. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lorelei H. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Tara Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Harper A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Stella K. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Absolutely could not put it down.
Logan X. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Opal W. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Madelyn R. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Audrey G. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Wren E. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Absolutely could not put it down.
Olivia B. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Alexandra E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Marina O. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This author does not miss.
Justin D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Delilah N. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Absolutely could not put it down.
Hannah J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Kestrel M. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Liv K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ethan L. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Willow S. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Tara Z. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Zelia Y. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Santiago T. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Sarah W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Winnifred G. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Iolanthe Z. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ursula G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Emma Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Keira L. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Wren L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Greta T. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Already recommended this to three friends.
Paloma E. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Mateo T. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Tyler J. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Mason R. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Alice H. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Delphine C. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ximena L. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Sophia N. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Briar E. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Absolutely could not put it down.
Noah G. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This author does not miss.
Hazel D. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Selin J. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This author does not miss.
Haruka D. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Maya V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Nia H. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Absolutely could not put it down.
Adalynn M. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This author does not miss.
Kenji G. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Sophie S. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Absolutely could not put it down.
Justin G. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Josie X. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Lucas O. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Penelope N. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Samantha A. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ella J. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Julio D. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Eric Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Renata X. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Already recommended this to three friends.
Julianna E. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Diego B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Kennedy Q. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Fenna C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This author does not miss.
Klaus X. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Paige E. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Felix L. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Julien D. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Faith I. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Emma J. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Sable D. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Julio Q. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Savannah L. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Carlos W. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Lorelei A. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Adam V. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Anais K. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Absolutely could not put it down.
Brandon J. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Camila N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Beatrix U. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Rachel E. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Ines F. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This author does not miss.
Nyla B. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ruby W. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Maya U. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Estelle Q. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Nova A. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Abigail M. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Lukas G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Fernanda Q. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Aubrey Z. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Wynne T. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Brielle Q. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Paige A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Celeste D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Paloma Q. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Vesper T. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Dahlia N. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Jin Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ella N. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Absolutely could not put it down.
Jason D. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Already recommended this to three friends.
Marco H. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Vera F. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Absolutely could not put it down.
Elena Q. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ricardo W. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Hiroshi H. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Yuto W. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Julien O. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
James V. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This author does not miss.
Rosa M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Yasmin K. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This author does not miss.
Alexandra L. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Hiroshi E. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kenji N. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Alexandra H. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Already recommended this to three friends.
Katie I. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Gabriella Y. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ethan F. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Giselle J. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Absolutely could not put it down.
Isla Q. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Savannah R. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Sable J. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Astrid T. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Daehyun I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Rafael M. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This author does not miss.
Adeline U. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Tyler E. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Already recommended this to three friends.
Winnifred F. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Marina X. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Freya X. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ruby E. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Umi B. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Absolutely could not put it down.
Harper B. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Wren K. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ruby R. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This author does not miss.
Estelle K. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Freya T. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Elowen Q. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
David D. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Seraphine T. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Camille Q. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Alessia B. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Already recommended this to three friends.
Kevin M. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Lukas E. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Alexandra A. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Yuna L. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Delphine H. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This author does not miss.
Dahlia W. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This author does not miss.
Gabriella F. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Kinsley Y. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Already recommended this to three friends.
Lillian J. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Jihoon U. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Natalie Y. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ximena Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Vesper J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Layla W. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Elizabeth M. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Emilia Y. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Alice K. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Rose T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Absolutely could not put it down.
Jihoon A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Caroline C. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This author does not miss.
Genesis P. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Minji S. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Addison B. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Viveka C. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Scarlett Q. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Eleanor F. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Juniper Z. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Calla G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Rosa V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Priya I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Takeshi W. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Catalina Y. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ethan O. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Hans H. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Beatrix N. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Briar O. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Alexa I. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Absolutely could not put it down.
Eleanor Z. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Odette V. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Aurora M. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ines O. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Minji R. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Absolutely could not put it down.
Kinsley G. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Greta F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Zoe T. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Kaia X. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Juniper B. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Viveka S. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ruby K. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Willa O. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Zinnia B. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Sophie Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Dahlia H. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Seraphine P. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Valentina M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Samantha V. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Nia Y. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Klaus P. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Katie X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This author does not miss.
Justin B. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Penelope C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Eleanor S. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Estelle E. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Paige O. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Already recommended this to three friends.
Scarlett V. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Mason U. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Absolutely could not put it down.
Julien H. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ines X. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Liv U. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Daniel X. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Katherine V. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Elizabeth Q. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. This author does not miss.
Felix T. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Noor S. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ximena B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Kinsley H. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Dara L. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Already recommended this to three friends.
Peyton O. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This author does not miss.
Opal X. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Alessia D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Zoe J. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Madelyn L. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Iolanthe L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Aria O. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Selin O. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kestrel L. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Fernanda E. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This author does not miss.
Kenji X. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This author does not miss.
Lily C. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Fable R. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Absolutely could not put it down.
Logan M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Brooklyn B. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Emilia P. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Pedro L. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Evelyn V. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Logan B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Alice F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Kaylee B. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Mathieu R. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Selin V. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Keira E. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Xenia R. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Estelle H. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Minho I. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Already recommended this to three friends.
Michael L. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Tansy W. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Naomi S. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Anouk I. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Mia F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Antonella U. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Dara P. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ottilie O. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Evelyn O. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Seoyeon P. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Already recommended this to three friends.
Selin F. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ethan Q. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Audrey A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Already recommended this to three friends.
Victoria R. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Nia I. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Noor T. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Liora Z. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Absolutely could not put it down.
Serenity F. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Avery N. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Already recommended this to three friends.
Pedro I. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Absolutely could not put it down.
Giselle L. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Santiago K. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ivy L. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Serenity K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ellie Y. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Zara D. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Camila D. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This author does not miss.
Eleanor I. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Cora J. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Caroline B. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Dara W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Already recommended this to three friends.
Sofia T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Already recommended this to three friends.
Peyton A. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Genesis D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Jihoon X. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Briar F. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Brandon Q. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Reagan J. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ruby M. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This author does not miss.
Nova P. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Isla P. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Vera U. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Quinta N. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This author does not miss.
Marina B. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Camila U. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Quinn H. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Haruka A. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Mila W. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Selin S. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Already recommended this to three friends.
Esme Y. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Already recommended this to three friends.
Indra E. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. This author does not miss.
Willa M. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ximena E. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Una O. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Lena S. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Valentina F. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Samantha W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Layla S. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Julien P. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Already recommended this to three friends.
Sophie N. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Jia Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Marguerite T. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Bettina W. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Already recommended this to three friends.
Amara Q. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Rosalind O. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Already recommended this to three friends.
Stella V. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Sophie U. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Corinne X. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Adam G. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Delphine T. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Fiora M. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Skye Y. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Marisol Z. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Nora E. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Layan F. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ethan G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Maren D. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Absolutely could not put it down.
Persephone Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Rachel F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Already recommended this to three friends.
Thalia L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Sarah P. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Maren C. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Evelyn X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This author does not miss.
Rachel O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Aubrey B. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Santiago Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ellie K. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Jihoon K. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Rylee D. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Stella A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Melanie D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Willow W. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This author does not miss.
Logan A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Already recommended this to three friends.
Faith Z. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Iris S. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Oona P. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Autumn G. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. This author does not miss.
Aubrey H. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Already recommended this to three friends.
Greta I. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Seraphine M. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Ethan B. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Adalynn O. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Marina Y. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Freya A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Diego C. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Josie K. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Stella W. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Camila H. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Eric D. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Chloe W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Minji H. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Nadia J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
James S. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Kenji I. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Jihoon L. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Alexandra J. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Already recommended this to three friends.
Kennedy R. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Layla X. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Xylia V. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Noah T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Logan C. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Daniel P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Already recommended this to three friends.
Elin S. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Anna E. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Willa Q. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Absolutely could not put it down.
Gwen S. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Seoyeon W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Aubrey N. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Addison G. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Ivy B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Savannah Q. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Everly N. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Absolutely could not put it down.
Sable Y. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Camille K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Jin Y. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Julia Z. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Vesper O. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Wynne F. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Madelyn C. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Esme D. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Quinn W. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Already recommended this to three friends.
Kenji W. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Daniel N. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Tansy B. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Sakura Z. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Already recommended this to three friends.
Winnifred X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Skylar G. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This author does not miss.
Freya E. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Iolanthe E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Bianca P. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Tansy E. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Celeste T. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Leah C. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Already recommended this to three friends.
Nicolas L. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Paloma U. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ricardo E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. This author does not miss.
Hannah M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Absolutely could not put it down.
Winnifred K. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Already recommended this to three friends.
Evelyn C. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Josie C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Willa I. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Quinn I. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Brooklyn P. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Quinta L. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Brandon F. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Estelle F. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. This author does not miss.
Marguerite U. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Paige K. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Absolutely could not put it down.
Fable V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Julio K. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Manuela I. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Liv I. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Elin F. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Ellie V. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Isabella Z. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Juniper C. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Nicolas B. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ava G. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Santiago C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Absolutely could not put it down.
Haruka K. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Adam B. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Wren I. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Lukas M. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This author does not miss.
Sophie Z. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Leah W. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This author does not miss.
Peyton Q. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Daniel K. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This author does not miss.
Jael R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Absolutely could not put it down.
Pierre Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Una M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Corvina P. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Sakura K. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Odette T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Brielle P. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Dara Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Oliver X. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Nia O. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Katie H. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Greta C. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Zelia G. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Marina S. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Rose J. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Elin H. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This author does not miss.
Daniel S. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Tyler T. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kevin P. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Kennedy D. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Petra H. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Oliver U. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ximena Y. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Isla V. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Reagan F. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Pedro F. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Liora Y. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Madeline V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Jason Y. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Nicolas T. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Mira R. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Emily M. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Layan Y. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Beatrix T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Samantha M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Maren F. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Gwen W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Natalie W. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Emilia W. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Already recommended this to three friends.
Pierre C. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Mai R. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Priya R. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Reagan G. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Amelia K. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
David V. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Willow D. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Jin G. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Daehyun Z. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Adeline W. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Liam O. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Winnifred U. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Sophia O. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Iris M. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Absolutely could not put it down.
Yuna S. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Minji V. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ellie L. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Claire T. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This author does not miss.
Wynne W. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Logan R. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Petra E. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Already recommended this to three friends.
Valentina C. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This author does not miss.
Adira H. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Absolutely could not put it down.
Delilah Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Priya M. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Josephine K. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Fable E. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Ryan B. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Felix V. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This author does not miss.
Savannah V. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Alina H. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Jia K. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Talia L. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Leah E. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Audrey N. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Bianca G. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Hana W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Already recommended this to three friends.
Lukas B. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Catalina D. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Marco C. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Absolutely could not put it down.
Liv V. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Mira S. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Jason R. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ricardo C. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Julianna T. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Audrey C. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Absolutely could not put it down.
Naomi E. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This author does not miss.
Beatriz X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Stefan Z. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Skye R. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Rose Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Oona B. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Yolanda G. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Alessia N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Selin K. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Emilia M. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Mathieu K. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Farrah R. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ruby N. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ryan P. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Savannah K. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Juniper X. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Nyla V. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Already recommended this to three friends.
Marguerite G. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Sanna P. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Elowen T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Sophia I. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Rue Z. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Already recommended this to three friends.
Marco Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Marisol H. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ellie X. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. This author does not miss.
Delphine Z. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Lark W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This author does not miss.
Amara C. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ava I. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Grace X. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Riley I. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Rosalind C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Priya Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Emma N. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Brielle W. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Ines Z. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lukas S. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Quila L. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Isla B. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Olivia M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Addison W. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Liv L. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Rhea H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Quila I. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ximena G. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Already recommended this to three friends.
Zoe Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Lyla V. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Wynne Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Rhea J. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Valentina Z. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Tyler S. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Riley R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Paloma W. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Aria S. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Indra H. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Minji M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This author does not miss.
Julia U. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Aurora R. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Talia E. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Solene B. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ethan M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Violet F. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. This author does not miss.
Fiora J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Halcyon Q. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Winnifred N. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This author does not miss.
Seraphine H. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Melanie B. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Already recommended this to three friends.
Kinsley R. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Absolutely could not put it down.
Penelope O. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. This author does not miss.
Marigold F. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Seraphine S. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Esme Q. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Renata G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Viveka J. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Mason F. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Andre S. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Naomi P. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Renata Z. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Mateo X. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Nora Z. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Eric P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Aria J. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Brandon A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Already recommended this to three friends.
Violet C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Zinnia H. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Sophie G. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This author does not miss.
Corvina C. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Calla C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Anna V. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Carlos O. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Marina G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Claire Z. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Grace E. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Aubrey S. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ines K. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Hannah S. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Esme W. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Caroline T. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Rose S. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Julien R. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Autumn Y. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Lillian V. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Lucas N. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Already recommended this to three friends.
Emilia S. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Iolanthe X. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Riley O. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Fiora F. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Already recommended this to three friends.
Natalie S. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Katie N. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Anais B. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ines H. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Caroline Q. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Marigold Q. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Keira A. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Rue R. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Skylar P. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Absolutely could not put it down.
Rue P. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This author does not miss.
Diego O. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Grace F. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Noah P. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Already recommended this to three friends.
Mason N. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Elizabeth C. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Julien B. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Lucas Y. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Hana A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Already recommended this to three friends.
Kinsley O. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Layla F. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ruby V. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Michael X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Hana R. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Layla N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Minji E. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Savannah N. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Quinta W. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Giselle F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Justin I. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Already recommended this to three friends.
Vesper V. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Naomi Q. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Manuela O. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Nadia W. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Iolanthe P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Grace L. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Keira I. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Antoine H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Odette D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Liam V. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Vivian Q. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Scarlett W. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Willow U. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ryan O. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Quinta Z. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Elena S. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Savannah G. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Alina M. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Absolutely could not put it down.
Harper O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Already recommended this to three friends.
Alice L. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Solene U. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Victoria G. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ines S. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Seraphine V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Jin U. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Isabel K. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Absolutely could not put it down.
Kestrel E. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Absolutely could not put it down.
Mason W. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Adalynn X. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Allison W. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Priya S. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Mason O. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ruby J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Josephine R. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Already recommended this to three friends.
Lillian G. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Andre Q. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This author does not miss.
Dara C. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Tara Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Layla B. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ariana I. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Takeshi C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Piper G. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Absolutely could not put it down.
Zoe Y. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Giselle X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Catalina L. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Rosalind Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Already recommended this to three friends.
Aria Q. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Astrid Y. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Maren E. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. This author does not miss.
Ariana D. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Kaylee O. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Sofia D. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ottilie Q. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Manuela C. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Harper P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Scarlett M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Hans F. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Zoey P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Andre M. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Iris U. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Brooklyn Y. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Julia G. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Trinity K. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Emily Y. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rosa J. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Daniel E. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Oona G. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Absolutely could not put it down.
Yuna I. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Already recommended this to three friends.
Skye C. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Anna L. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Diego X. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lillian L. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Tansy Z. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Juniper P. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kaia Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Alexandra W. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ottilie J. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Avery K. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Rose R. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ricardo T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Marisol Y. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Absolutely could not put it down.
Siv A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Lark M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Evelyn B. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This author does not miss.
Chloe K. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Bettina Q. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Lyla D. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Liam H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Anna I. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Brandon L. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Nicolas G. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ruby U. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Marigold S. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Kaylee E. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ren W. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Odette L. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Leah N. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Juniper T. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Absolutely could not put it down.
Reagan N. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Sanna S. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kennedy U. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Grace J. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Freja O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Lark D. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Nora W. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Alina Y. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ava K. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Sungmin H. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Yara G. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Minho S. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Persephone O. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ximena W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Viveka N. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Already recommended this to three friends.
Liam B. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Willa W. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Rafael B. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Willow R. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Nadia T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Noah H. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Iris H. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Lucas Q. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Odette U. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Sofia Q. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Already recommended this to three friends.
Abigail R. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Calla V. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Already recommended this to three friends.
Yara N. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Delilah W. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Lukas J. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Camille D. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Xenia M. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This author does not miss.
Sakura N. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ottilie M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Zinnia M. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Cora M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Rue U. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Serenity Q. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Absolutely could not put it down.
Fable W. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Yolanda Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. This author does not miss.
Vesper D. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This author does not miss.
Faith Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Antoine L. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Harper L. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Alexandra Y. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Leah Q. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Xenia E. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Minji X. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This author does not miss.
Delphine V. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ava O. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Isabella X. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Daniel V. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Wren P. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Cora B. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Regina M. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Absolutely could not put it down.
Mila E. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Elizabeth J. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Serenity L. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Zinnia X. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Umi O. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Brandon K. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ximena L. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Renata A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Mira F. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ximena S. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Viveka Y. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This author does not miss.
Fable F. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Dahlia P. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Pedro D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Stefan T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Tyler A. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Aaliyah Q. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Lena P. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Addison Z. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Chloe G. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Oliver P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Penelope X. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Briar V. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Talia U. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
James H. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Julio F. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Nyla D. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Viveka Q. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Haruka Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Already recommended this to three friends.
Fenna D. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ava S. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Seraphine J. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Felipe R. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Yolanda Q. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Farrah M. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Talia N. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Rylee E. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
David Z. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This author does not miss.
Mia U. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Sungmin N. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Julianna P. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Gabriella D. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Nia S. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Nyla F. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Already recommended this to three friends.
Jin B. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Claire W. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Tyler V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Reagan M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This author does not miss.
Persephone L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Seraphine K. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Dara D. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Lyla L. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Bianca A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Jin W. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Marina C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Nora N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Rose W. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Madeline A. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Hans V. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Natalie A. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Briar R. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Antonella I. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Already recommended this to three friends.
Piper Y. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Lukas R. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Hana Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Lark I. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Natalie B. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Una I. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Michael W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Audrey Y. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Alice D. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Leah F. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Already recommended this to three friends.
Antoine W. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Sanna G. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Adira Y. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Absolutely could not put it down.
Paloma S. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Sarah L. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Oona F. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Seoyeon M. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Grace Y. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Absolutely could not put it down.
Rue V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rylee H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This author does not miss.
Talia H. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Oona V. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Olivia N. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Absolutely could not put it down.
Talia S. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Julianna Y. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This author does not miss.
Fernanda D. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Rhea O. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Santiago A. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This author does not miss.
Ingrid L. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Absolutely could not put it down.
Anais T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Mathieu N. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Quila P. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Paloma B. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Alina X. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Lillian I. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Keira H. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Michael G. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Calla H. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Giselle Y. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Grace U. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Zara U. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Vivian T. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Already recommended this to three friends.
Adam M. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ximena U. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Sungmin D. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Already recommended this to three friends.
Lark T. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ava N. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Madeline C. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Marco G. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Kennedy N. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Oona Z. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This author does not miss.
Fenna E. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Brooklyn T. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ottilie L. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Absolutely could not put it down.
Brooklyn H. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Beatriz K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Valentina X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Iris Q. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Opal A. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Skye O. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Hans P. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Cora G. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Regina V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Already recommended this to three friends.
Gwen T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Skylar X. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Keira U. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Trinity P. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Dahlia L. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Willow Z. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Layan W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This author does not miss.
Julia L. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rosa G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Freja M. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Hazel E. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Victoria A. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Xenia U. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Ellie P. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Haruka E. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Already recommended this to three friends.
Daniel J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. This author does not miss.
Bettina V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ren I. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Kennedy J. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Viveka K. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Savannah X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Logan G. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Seoyeon I. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Faith J. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Already recommended this to three friends.
Aurora L. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Noor D. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Camille O. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Absolutely could not put it down.
Kylie U. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Mira H. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Iris J. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Noor U. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Giselle R. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Skye I. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Nova V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Daehyun F. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Felix O. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Maren H. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ingrid R. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Absolutely could not put it down.
Delilah M. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ximena O. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Klaus F. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Jin L. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Absolutely could not put it down.
Takeshi G. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Yasmin G. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Gabriella I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Wren S. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Already recommended this to three friends.
Sadie N. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ursula X. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kaia B. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Takeshi T. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Katherine X. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Absolutely could not put it down.
Skylar E. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Already recommended this to three friends.
Fable Z. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ethan I. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Julio W. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Lyla E. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Jael B. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Already recommended this to three friends.
Beatrix Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Fable P. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Pierre K. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Iris B. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Rhea E. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Already recommended this to three friends.
Sakura J. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Sungmin G. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Alina S. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Esme S. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Allison P. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Fable L. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Mira Z. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Siv B. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Julio A. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Avery H. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ursula P. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ximena F. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Freja Y. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Violet I. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Absolutely could not put it down.
Tyler I. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Nadia F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Sable B. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Nyla Q. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Aubrey R. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Already recommended this to three friends.
Alice Y. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Trinity C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Seoyeon K. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Reagan Y. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Alexandra Z. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Anais N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Absolutely could not put it down.
Justin S. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Julio L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Xenia K. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kevin G. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Kylie N. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Kevin O. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Absolutely could not put it down.
Eleanor O. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Iris P. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Jael H. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Odette B. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Delphine S. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Eleanor E. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Oliver J. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Aria F. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Willa Z. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Hiroshi I. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Cora C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Dara Z. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This author does not miss.
Sanna R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Julia V. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Audrey I. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Noor R. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Haruka U. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Already recommended this to three friends.
Astrid P. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Jael T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Kaylee R. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Brooklyn L. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Renata L. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Absolutely could not put it down.
Dara I. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Gwen E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Nicolas E. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Absolutely could not put it down.
Serenity A. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Briar K. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Sadie I. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Alina Z. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Rosalind W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ellie H. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Sakura B. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Absolutely could not put it down.
Lily Q. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Marina R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Absolutely could not put it down.
Amara G. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Raven Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Lark Y. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Absolutely could not put it down.
Celeste Y. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Diego K. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Felix D. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Hazel R. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This author does not miss.
Manuela B. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Hannah I. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Evelyn J. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Priya V. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Piper Q. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Tansy T. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Keira O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ines P. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Already recommended this to three friends.
Hiroshi Y. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Dara O. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Raven O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Solene C. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Isabella Q. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Felipe A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Selin M. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Antonella C. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Nora A. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Already recommended this to three friends.
Sanna Y. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ivy V. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Sophia E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Bettina Z. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Already recommended this to three friends.
Marigold M. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Rafael F. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Already recommended this to three friends.
Vesper A. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Takeshi O. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lily E. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Paloma N. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Genesis V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Sophia A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Rhea B. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Daniel G. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Sadie H. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Already recommended this to three friends.
Alice P. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
David M. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Zelia D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Sarah M. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Tove M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Fable N. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Daniel Y. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Avery M. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Pierre H. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Sophie R. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Wren C. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ines I. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Already recommended this to three friends.
Sarah G. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Gwen U. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ines T. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Amaya U. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Tara V. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ottilie N. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ricardo Y. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Addison E. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Mila R. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Saga N. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Piper F. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Already recommended this to three friends.
Kenji D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Paige Z. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Grace T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Absolutely could not put it down.
Lukas O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Already recommended this to three friends.
Elizabeth N. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Emilia H. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Lucy V. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Astrid D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Hannah W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Jia R. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Priya N. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This author does not miss.
Jason P. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ruby O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Zara O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Absolutely could not put it down.
Seraphine A. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Saga S. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Absolutely could not put it down.
Andre J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Sophia M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Already recommended this to three friends.
Freja W. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Lucy W. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Celeste U. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kenji Q. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Viveka I. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Pierre E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Adira S. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Minji L. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. This author does not miss.
Kestrel G. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ursula D. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Vivian A. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Already recommended this to three friends.
Briar N. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Ruby X. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Natalie I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Maya R. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Zelia F. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Xenia L. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Already recommended this to three friends.
Stefan J. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Ellie I. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Already recommended this to three friends.
Yui Z. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This author does not miss.
Lena A. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Already recommended this to three friends.
Farrah P. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Iolanthe G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Absolutely could not put it down.
Alexandra I. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Antonella V. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Willa J. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Rose G. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Amaya B. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Wynne H. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Esme H. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This author does not miss.
Iris C. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Adam F. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Willow K. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This author does not miss.
Josie G. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Selin A. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Scarlett Y. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Absolutely could not put it down.
Elena I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Pierre Y. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Freja C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Vivian L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Skye H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Quinta E. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Sarah Y. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Ines M. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mila T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Marisol W. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Oliver A. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ava A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Marisol J. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Savannah O. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Astrid A. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This author does not miss.
Brielle R. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Julio S. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This author does not miss.
Wynne B. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Absolutely could not put it down.
Beatrix K. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Brielle M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Gwen V. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Already recommended this to three friends.
Kaia T. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Leah X. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Calla B. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Absolutely could not put it down.
Madelyn S. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Lucas I. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Already recommended this to three friends.
Julien Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Already recommended this to three friends.
Celeste A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Claire U. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Sophie E. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Beatrix H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Already recommended this to three friends.
Aaliyah G. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Persephone G. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Sungmin A. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Quila G. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Already recommended this to three friends.
Brooklyn X. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Amara A. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ava V. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Diego U. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Regina T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
James B. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Antonella X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Freja V. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Gabriella T. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rylee I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Vivian R. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Xylia O. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Absolutely could not put it down.
Takeshi V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Celeste C. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Absolutely could not put it down.
Amara I. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Absolutely could not put it down.
Freya V. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Faith G. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Julianna R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Autumn D. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rafael U. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Kenji K. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Priya J. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Willow M. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Already recommended this to three friends.
Alessia K. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Zinnia U. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Noor F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Absolutely could not put it down.
Jihoon P. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Already recommended this to three friends.
Sofia G. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Absolutely could not put it down.
Noah S. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Marguerite Y. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ariana Y. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This author does not miss.
Nyla K. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ariana S. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Caroline L. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Already recommended this to three friends.
Manuela J. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Samantha Q. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Minho F. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Winnifred E. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Adira O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Lark L. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Already recommended this to three friends.
Yuna N. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
James M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This author does not miss.
Xenia F. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Amelia U. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This author does not miss.
Sophia H. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Avery F. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Liora U. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Leah S. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This author does not miss.
Skylar M. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This author does not miss.
Ryan Q. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Persephone V. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Liv S. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Iris R. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Rhea G. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Zinnia R. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Andre N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This author does not miss.
Liv G. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Already recommended this to three friends.
Freya Y. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Halcyon F. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Marguerite N. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Iolanthe U. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Mira T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Astrid I. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Oona L. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Already recommended this to three friends.
Mateo Q. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Already recommended this to three friends.
Beatrix E. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Noah E. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Thalia Z. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Maya J. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Zelia P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Harper H. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Meriel I. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Serenity E. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Hana F. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Adalynn R. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Hazel T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Michael Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Amaya H. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Anna M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Keira Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mackenzie K. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Anna G. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Jael D. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Rosalind N. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Hans T. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Chloe H. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Harper N. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Sable W. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Corinne H. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Sophie D. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Paisley A. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Absolutely could not put it down.
Lorelei U. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Absolutely could not put it down.
Emma G. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Minji W. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Isabel V. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Emma T. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ingrid O. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Sanna W. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Emily U. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Daehyun B. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Catalina K. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Natalie D. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Riley K. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Katherine T. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Autumn O. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Eric T. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Xenia O. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Brielle K. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Liam E. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Corvina Y. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Persephone C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Fernanda B. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Natalie K. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Absolutely could not put it down.
Lena Z. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Adeline C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Kylie Y. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Autumn F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Already recommended this to three friends.
Serenity R. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Yuna Z. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Ottilie E. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Elena T. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Corvina M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Hana O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Rhea P. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This author does not miss.
Jason J. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Stefan E. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ximena D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Ximena D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Charlotte M. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Fenna V. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Zara H. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Corinne C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Eric Q. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Saga Q. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Everly O. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ingrid E. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Anais F. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Emilia L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Absolutely could not put it down.
Emma S. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Elowen A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Sadie X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Sophie C. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Umi Y. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Thalia P. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Sable N. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Already recommended this to three friends.
Antonella Q. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Aria B. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Maren V. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Already recommended this to three friends.
Anais D. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Felipe F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Claire E. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Fable A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Trinity V. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Gwen K. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Absolutely could not put it down.
Stella M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ariana H. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Nicolas P. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Hiroshi K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Liora I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Vesper F. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Stefan S. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Lucas H. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ivy E. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Mia E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Lukas L. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Alina J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This author does not miss.
Lyla Q. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Already recommended this to three friends.
Aubrey T. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Viveka O. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Marina A. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Amelia Y. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Rhea V. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Bianca F. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Already recommended this to three friends.
Genesis A. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Julien J. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This author does not miss.
Hiroshi F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This author does not miss.
Layla K. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Lark Z. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ren C. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Elena B. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Estelle W. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Liam Y. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Yuto K. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Reagan V. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Absolutely could not put it down.
Gabriella O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Skylar J. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Takeshi N. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Beatriz N. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Chloe D. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Julio V. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Alice V. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Paige C. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ursula M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Freya S. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Esme A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Rosa X. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Vesper Q. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Bianca S. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Corvina E. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Opal S. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Kylie T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Brooklyn K. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Solene F. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Renata B. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Siv S. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Victoria M. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Umi F. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Jason F. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Marina L. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This author does not miss.
Jin V. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Takeshi E. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ursula A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Kaia P. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Lyla N. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Jason Q. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Emma P. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Tansy V. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Rosalind S. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Odette H. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Keira S. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Andre B. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Alina B. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This author does not miss.
Adalynn B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Xenia J. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Anais A. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Lily N. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Already recommended this to three friends.
Nia N. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Adeline E. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Sable M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Kaylee H. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Harper G. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Serenity W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This author does not miss.
Diego R. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Already recommended this to three friends.
Elowen J. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Absolutely could not put it down.
Marisol U. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Reagan K. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Hazel B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Hiroshi Q. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Emily H. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Sophia W. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Marco Y. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Already recommended this to three friends.
Naomi X. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Absolutely could not put it down.
Quinn D. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Scarlett H. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Marina V. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This author does not miss.
Sadie W. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Alexa G. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Sanna Q. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Lucy B. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Michael T. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Haruka L. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Renata N. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Sophie P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. This author does not miss.
Elowen I. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Rue O. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Iris A. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ren D. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Elizabeth T. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Absolutely could not put it down.
Bettina F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Yui N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Alexa H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Fable H. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Alessia G. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Mia X. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Lena C. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Sarah J. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ellie W. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Yui W. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Absolutely could not put it down.
Saga B. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Abigail Q. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Elin J. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. This author does not miss.
Sable G. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Marigold U. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Adeline D. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Absolutely could not put it down.
Estelle D. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Absolutely could not put it down.
Indra S. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Hana B. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Halcyon W. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Cora W. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Chloe A. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This author does not miss.
Peyton D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Beatriz H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Sungmin F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ursula E. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Absolutely could not put it down.
Regina S. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Sadie E. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Maren W. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Esme I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Harper F. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Talia Y. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Mackenzie X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Stefan V. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Zoe E. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Kinsley V. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Absolutely could not put it down.
Addison Y. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kennedy T. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Giselle G. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Mason L. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Pedro E. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Amaya A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Already recommended this to three friends.
Tara A. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Vesper S. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Liv X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This author does not miss.
Noah Q. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Rafael E. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Already recommended this to three friends.
Carlos S. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Una Z. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
James A. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This author does not miss.
Brandon Y. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Lily F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ethan S. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Giselle I. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Peyton E. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Rue N. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Already recommended this to three friends.
Nadia S. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Josie T. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Indra Z. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This author does not miss.
Opal U. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Violet H. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Regina W. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Julianna Q. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Already recommended this to three friends.
Delilah O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ryan U. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Oliver T. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Jihoon F. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Josephine S. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
David H. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Wynne E. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Melanie Q. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Logan D. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Kennedy P. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ximena H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Zara J. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Yolanda H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Layla O. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
David E. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Keira F. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Already recommended this to three friends.
Giselle W. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Dahlia F. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Lyla G. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Kylie V. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Absolutely could not put it down.
Zelia T. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Calla T. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Elowen N. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. This author does not miss.
Vivian B. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lena B. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Sofia K. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Naomi C. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Anais Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Minji N. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Delilah Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Corvina K. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Absolutely could not put it down.
Piper H. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This author does not miss.
Lena T. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Absolutely could not put it down.
Madeline Q. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Vesper P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Gwen B. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Justin N. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Already recommended this to three friends.
Camila L. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Kennedy L. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Michael A. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Celeste S. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Manuela D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Adira E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Marisol B. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This author does not miss.
Naomi J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Marco V. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Paige V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Greta G. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Willow A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Michael O. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Abigail U. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Nicolas J. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Opal O. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Riley Y. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Absolutely could not put it down.
Rose I. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Quinta T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This author does not miss.
Julio P. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Aaliyah E. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Yasmin H. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This author does not miss.
Olivia G. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Samantha N. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Wynne A. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Elizabeth Y. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ren U. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ryan D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Haruka Q. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Peyton I. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Mathieu T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Oliver Y. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Mira E. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Aubrey C. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Willa G. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Harper R. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Already recommended this to three friends.
Diego L. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Already recommended this to three friends.
Saga A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This author does not miss.
Skye S. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Brielle B. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Scarlett B. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Farrah T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Sakura E. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Already recommended this to three friends.
Anna T. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Andre P. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Kestrel J. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Absolutely could not put it down.
Josephine T. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Absolutely could not put it down.
Halcyon B. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Petra S. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Maya W. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Jia P. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Seoyeon Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Audrey O. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Already recommended this to three friends.
Olivia Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Already recommended this to three friends.
Noor M. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Oliver W. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ottilie U. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Noah X. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Antoine Y. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Zoe I. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Calla N. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Lucas R. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Already recommended this to three friends.
Freja X. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Samantha E. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Melanie C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Already recommended this to three friends.
David J. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Yui S. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mathieu U. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Skye K. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ines N. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Bianca V. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Hans U. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Catalina F. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Brielle Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Everly C. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This author does not miss.
Avery T. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Priya Z. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Rhea W. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Winnifred O. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Nova S. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Daniel M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Elowen P. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Lily J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ellie T. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Audrey F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Allison X. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Wynne D. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Nia T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Violet N. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Gabriella E. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Aurora T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kenji V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Felipe B. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Una X. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Fable Q. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Sadie G. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Rhea A. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Gabriella J. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Zoey J. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Peyton M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Corvina U. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. This author does not miss.
Isla K. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Felix Q. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Already recommended this to three friends.
Josie W. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Tara F. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Raven R. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Violet U. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Antonella T. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Adira J. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Xenia Q. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Already recommended this to three friends.
Anna X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Victoria B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Adalynn H. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Freya C. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Absolutely could not put it down.
Josie M. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Already recommended this to three friends.
Julianna C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Zoey C. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Kevin Y. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Klaus B. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Astrid F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Bettina G. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Allison D. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Alessia U. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Liam X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Gwen L. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Gwen X. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Sarah X. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Yuto Q. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Eleanor T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Melanie Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Esme R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Violet B. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Freja N. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Lyla K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Renata Y. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Beatriz T. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Renata J. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This author does not miss.
Kylie W. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Reagan L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Maya Q. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Isabel B. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Persephone S. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Brielle H. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Hans B. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Catalina Q. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This author does not miss.
Ren P. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Sable K. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Haruka Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Absolutely could not put it down.
Madelyn N. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Una C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Sable Q. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Rosa I. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Rylee Z. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Tara D. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Kennedy G. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ellie R. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Umi K. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ricardo F. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Absolutely could not put it down.
Jin D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Camille S. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Avery G. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Already recommended this to three friends.
Julien C. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Keira V. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Claire A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Mia G. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Yui J. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Jael M. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Already recommended this to three friends.
Sofia A. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Jael Y. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Yolanda C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Bianca R. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Bianca K. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Amaya V. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Daehyun L. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Brandon P. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Gabriella Z. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Melanie W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This author does not miss.
Chloe T. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Everly H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This author does not miss.
Noah R. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Vivian J. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Riley U. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Oona T. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Jihoon W. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Rachel A. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Noah U. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Absolutely could not put it down.
James F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Absolutely could not put it down.
Keira B. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Elowen G. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Delphine Y. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Lyla M. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Mila U. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Corinne G. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Nova X. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Isabel H. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Siv H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Lark C. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Petra C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Yara O. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Hiroshi N. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Meriel W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Rachel B. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Esme O. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Fernanda G. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Thalia O. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Grace S. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Mia K. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Umi R. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Justin H. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Katherine H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Julianna V. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Winnifred I. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Quila V. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Fernanda L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Eleanor X. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Maren Q. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Mila G. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Harper T. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. This author does not miss.
Faith L. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Winnifred R. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Bettina C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Daehyun U. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Rue A. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Paloma Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Iolanthe K. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Elizabeth H. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Thalia A. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Mathieu W. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Rue I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Sakura X. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Nadia U. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Alessia Z. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Nadia R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Mia A. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Emily C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Faith T. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kestrel U. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Absolutely could not put it down.
Liv H. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Oona D. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Yasmin Q. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Kinsley W. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Iris F. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Cora R. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Esme Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ava L. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Melanie H. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Persephone H. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Quinta G. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Hazel Y. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This author does not miss.
Briar T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Jihoon V. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Alexandra K. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Renata K. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Already recommended this to three friends.
Yuna F. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Farrah W. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Absolutely could not put it down.
Layan J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Amara Y. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Jorunn Q. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Vivian O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Peyton H. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ella H. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This author does not miss.
Fiora Q. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Yara X. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Delphine R. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Jia D. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rhea Y. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Petra M. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. This author does not miss.
Adalynn F. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Rylee G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Already recommended this to three friends.
Reagan W. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Maya G. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Aubrey P. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Sakura O. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Paloma K. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This author does not miss.
David X. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Marguerite X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This author does not miss.
Wren B. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Anouk R. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Sungmin I. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Absolutely could not put it down.
Stefan M. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Madeline O. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This author does not miss.
Nicolas I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Greta J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This author does not miss.
Anouk W. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ines A. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Charlotte K. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Camille Z. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Sofia J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Zoey X. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Leah T. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Trinity F. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Indra D. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Brooklyn N. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Rylee C. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Felix S. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Absolutely could not put it down.
Mira V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Alice O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Rylee K. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Nora O. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Absolutely could not put it down.
Kinsley J. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Diego W. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Corvina I. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Corvina J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Yara D. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Daehyun R. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Halcyon R. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Giselle S. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Brooklyn R. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This author does not miss.
Willa Y. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Jason C. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Avery O. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Noor E. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Rosa Z. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ryan A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kinsley M. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Celeste E. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Allison G. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Indra Q. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Giselle B. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Aaliyah T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Absolutely could not put it down.
Grace D. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Sadie Y. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Mila Y. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Rosalind I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Kinsley U. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Alessia X. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Already recommended this to three friends.
Manuela G. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Vera C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This author does not miss.
Kenji M. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Oliver O. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Santiago F. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Briar Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Tove F. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Pierre R. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Abigail I. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Tove G. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Celeste H. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Melanie A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Mateo D. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Alina O. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Hannah D. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Emma W. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Greta D. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Absolutely could not put it down.
Xenia Z. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Liv N. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Mason X. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Farrah Q. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Alessia M. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ximena P. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This author does not miss.
Thalia V. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Amelia I. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Marina D. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ruby H. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Sungmin R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Mia Y. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Sakura M. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Astrid V. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Nicolas D. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Sable U. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Quinn O. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Klaus J. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Serenity V. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. This author does not miss.
Fenna A. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Halcyon J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Marigold V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Lena J. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Sofia I. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Pierre L. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Absolutely could not put it down.
Jael W. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Emma L. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This author does not miss.
Nicolas N. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Saga G. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Absolutely could not put it down.
Nyla C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Manuela R. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Already recommended this to three friends.
Peyton W. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This author does not miss.
Faith S. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Aria N. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Elena H. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Sarah K. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Estelle Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Wren O. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Piper P. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Andre K. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ursula O. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Sophia G. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Julio M. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. This author does not miss.
Sable Z. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ruby S. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Ruby Z. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Zinnia L. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Hans L. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Halcyon Z. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Skye T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Naomi W. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Umi W. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Stella T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Already recommended this to three friends.
Yuna D. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Farrah V. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Zelia Z. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Savannah S. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Sungmin X. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Corinne V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ethan A. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Sakura T. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Evelyn H. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Priya U. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Gabriella R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Beatriz C. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Adira Q. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Adam W. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Stefan C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ren H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Haruka T. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Anna Z. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Charlotte P. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Noor I. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Camille R. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Celeste J. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Nova B. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Michael D. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Quinta F. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Zara W. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Adam K. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Rue S. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Already recommended this to three friends.
Adeline K. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Amelia O. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Petra Q. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Paloma O. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Absolutely could not put it down.
Everly X. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Sophia P. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Isabel E. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This author does not miss.
Amaya Z. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Daehyun M. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ricardo N. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Marigold P. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Minho K. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Already recommended this to three friends.
Dara K. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Daehyun D. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Absolutely could not put it down.
Jin M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ethan W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Isla L. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Absolutely could not put it down.
Amaya T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Siv V. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Samantha T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Audrey H. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Paisley R. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Kennedy I. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Raven H. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Umi H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Samantha B. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This author does not miss.
Briar D. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Pedro T. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Tove D. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Madeline T. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Absolutely could not put it down.
James P. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Stefan W. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Fiora X. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Anna R. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Natalie Z. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Nia W. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Seoyeon H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ruby T. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Marina Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Already recommended this to three friends.
Jia M. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Gabriella N. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Mathieu I. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Samantha D. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Madelyn D. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Zinnia C. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Brooklyn D. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Already recommended this to three friends.
Farrah K. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Thalia Q. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Claire V. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Elena G. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Corinne O. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Sable L. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ivy D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Freya I. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Grace W. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Absolutely could not put it down.
Serenity Y. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Scarlett N. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Zoey Q. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ines G. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Genesis M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Sadie C. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Iolanthe S. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ivy X. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Selin E. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Daehyun W. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Already recommended this to three friends.
Corinne I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Carlos U. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This author does not miss.
Priya F. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Freya H. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. This author does not miss.
Nyla R. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Justin O. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Ella B. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Camille A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Already recommended this to three friends.
Lena G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Already recommended this to three friends.
Odette S. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Rose V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Emma F. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Zelia I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Lena E. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Alessia F. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Already recommended this to three friends.
Bettina S. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Amaya O. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Charlotte Z. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ethan D. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Already recommended this to three friends.
Quinn G. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Rose Z. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Gwen M. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Kestrel Z. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Abigail S. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Eleanor G. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Winnifred B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Zoey A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This author does not miss.
Yui K. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Chloe P. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Seraphine I. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Madelyn U. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Willow L. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Nyla I. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lark K. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Greta K. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This author does not miss.
Jorunn L. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Already recommended this to three friends.
Hannah F. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Charlotte J. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Mason V. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Aaliyah A. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Elin N. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ottilie X. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Yara U. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Rylee B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Absolutely could not put it down.
Zelia M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Ottilie H. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Paisley Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Nora Y. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Absolutely could not put it down.
Michael R. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Zelia R. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Absolutely could not put it down.
Viveka U. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Zara G. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rosalind L. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. This author does not miss.
Sanna U. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Kinsley X. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Abigail F. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Marisol N. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Indra V. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ariana Q. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Meriel D. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Absolutely could not put it down.
Alice X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Maya P. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Serenity H. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Gwen A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Already recommended this to three friends.
Farrah E. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Marigold D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Eric O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Hans M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Already recommended this to three friends.
Xenia H. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Vesper L. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Avery P. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Peyton X. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Sarah E. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Naomi D. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Sungmin E. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Sadie U. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Ava H. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ava D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Lorelei C. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Alina F. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Klaus M. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Mai T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Trinity J. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Layan M. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Marco T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Kennedy Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Lyla R. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Leah Y. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Kenji A. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Santiago Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Avery R. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Emily X. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Already recommended this to three friends.
Claire M. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Zoey B. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Genesis X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Addison D. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Yuna M. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Paisley K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Gabriella K. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Absolutely could not put it down.
Michael N. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Julia H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This author does not miss.
Jia I. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Freya Z. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Marisol Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Zoey H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Nova L. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This author does not miss.
Mason Q. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Farrah S. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rosa N. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Kaia A. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Allison T. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Lucy Z. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Aurora W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Lucy M. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This author does not miss.
Hannah G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Serenity U. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Zinnia I. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Klaus H. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Rose P. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Yuto T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Everly Y. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Skye M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Brandon D. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Estelle C. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Savannah Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Already recommended this to three friends.
Indra X. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. This author does not miss.
Caroline A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Nadia Y. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Absolutely could not put it down.
Hazel V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Iris Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Solene E. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Everly B. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Absolutely could not put it down.
Logan H. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Katherine C. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Beatrix V. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Mackenzie T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Quinn R. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Paige F. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Hans I. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Kylie X. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Logan L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Stella P. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Chloe J. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Persephone X. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Noor L. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Rhea R. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Eleanor A. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Serenity B. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This author does not miss.
Gwen D. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Dara E. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Mila M. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Absolutely could not put it down.
Stefan N. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Odette Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Willow B. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Vesper H. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Hazel X. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Freya O. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Maren Z. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Winnifred S. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Elizabeth P. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Marco N. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Carlos M. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Emilia R. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Faith U. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Melanie K. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Eric Z. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Jael O. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Pierre D. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Julianna A. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Noor O. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ximena A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Already recommended this to three friends.
Kestrel A. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ingrid U. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Julien M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Stefan Y. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Katie W. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Already recommended this to three friends.
Liora L. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Already recommended this to three friends.
Xenia A. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Alice A. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Absolutely could not put it down.
Kestrel W. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Absolutely could not put it down.
Lark A. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Pierre N. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Elena W. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
James R. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Adalynn K. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Marigold N. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Dara F. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Halcyon X. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Gabriella A. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This author does not miss.
Noah A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Juniper O. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Stella Z. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Everly P. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This author does not miss.
James G. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Lillian W. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Sofia R. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Felipe W. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Keira J. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Felipe Z. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Isla A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Already recommended this to three friends.
Jael C. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Selin H. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Isabella L. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Already recommended this to three friends.
Gabriella G. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Anouk F. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Kylie B. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Julia S. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ren F. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Penelope F. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Paisley W. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Liam T. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Fernanda K. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Felix G. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Ellie C. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Absolutely could not put it down.
Lukas H. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Una D. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Adeline L. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Nora H. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ava W. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Noor G. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Logan N. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Josie J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Jason K. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Talia V. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Jin R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Noah V. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Caroline J. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Absolutely could not put it down.
Tyler O. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Manuela N. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Alice N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Persephone J. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Claire B. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Alina D. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Already recommended this to three friends.
Persephone T. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Valentina G. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Hazel S. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Absolutely could not put it down.
Amara F. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Anna A. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Fiora T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Zoe A. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Justin X. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This author does not miss.
Lucas M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Mia T. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Absolutely could not put it down.
Julien V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Fenna T. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Adeline F. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Lukas V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Absolutely could not put it down.
Jorunn T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Catalina W. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Liora O. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Maya X. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Emily D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Regina E. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Opal Z. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Petra J. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Chloe S. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Mia N. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Trinity Z. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Genesis Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ingrid C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Already recommended this to three friends.
Katherine N. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Meriel P. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Tansy R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Jihoon S. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Kaylee U. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Already recommended this to three friends.
Piper K. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Violet P. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Absolutely could not put it down.
Greta P. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Leah P. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Nia K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Wren R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Madeline H. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Rafael X. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Bianca B. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Mathieu H. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Naomi T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Julia E. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ava U. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Maya Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Sophia C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ivy O. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Marigold J. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Eleanor N. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Corvina G. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Olivia R. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Oliver C. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Absolutely could not put it down.
Katie R. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Absolutely could not put it down.
Wynne U. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Naomi L. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Olivia L. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rafael K. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Solene A. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Evelyn M. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Solene T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. This author does not miss.
Regina H. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Corvina S. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Layan H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Yara T. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mason B. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Hiroshi A. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Already recommended this to three friends.
Talia G. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Leah I. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Paisley L. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This author does not miss.
Oliver R. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Raven F. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Already recommended this to three friends.
Paloma G. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Saga D. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Felix E. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
David F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ivy G. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Avery L. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Melanie X. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Alexandra N. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. This author does not miss.
Caroline Y. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Katie F. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Quinn N. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Isabel X. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Lily V. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Emily V. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Oona C. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Mackenzie W. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Sarah Z. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Kenji R. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Anna W. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Zara V. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Zinnia V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Alexa L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Already recommended this to three friends.
Isla C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Absolutely could not put it down.
Adira K. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This author does not miss.
Natalie T. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Greta B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Dara S. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Adalynn E. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Absolutely could not put it down.
Grace H. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Zara E. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Julien E. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Marguerite P. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Jin I. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Zelia O. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Genesis C. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. This author does not miss.
Piper A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Camille N. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Already recommended this to three friends.
Adam A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Trinity T. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Rue D. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Already recommended this to three friends.
Jihoon T. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Xylia I. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Zelia E. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Absolutely could not put it down.
Marguerite D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mateo G. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Aaliyah S. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Rafael A. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This author does not miss.
Mateo R. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ottilie K. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Carlos C. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Yasmin R. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Odette O. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Calla Q. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Freja A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Delphine B. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Bianca Z. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Absolutely could not put it down.
Mai X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ingrid B. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ethan V. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Opal K. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Mila K. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ingrid I. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Lorelei O. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Absolutely could not put it down.
Peyton P. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Absolutely could not put it down.
Layan S. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Violet J. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Quinta O. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Alina G. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Absolutely could not put it down.
Haruka H. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Julia W. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Claire N. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Lark X. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Tara H. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Fenna Q. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Alexa Y. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Jia X. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Absolutely could not put it down.
Victoria S. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rachel K. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Noah B. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Avery W. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Michael V. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Nyla Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This author does not miss.
Lark O. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Xylia Z. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. This author does not miss.
Una S. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This author does not miss.
Riley V. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Sungmin K. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Grace V. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Genesis J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Anais L. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Marco L. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Sophie F. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Eleanor U. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Hana G. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Tove H. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Adeline I. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Yuna W. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ricardo Q. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Delilah C. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Stefan O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Hans Z. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Willa H. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Nadia B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Dara J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Isabella E. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Alexa C. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Victoria T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This author does not miss.
Ella M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Absolutely could not put it down.
Aria D. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Tyler H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Oliver H. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Yui U. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Gwen H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Sophie J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This author does not miss.
Julia Y. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Already recommended this to three friends.
Alessia W. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Lily I. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Lucy Y. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Wynne O. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Lyla P. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Emilia N. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Julia J. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Hiroshi B. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Halcyon L. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Calla E. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Regina U. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Delphine P. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Tove Z. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Stefan R. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Jia T. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Already recommended this to three friends.
Olivia D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Elizabeth U. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Takeshi Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Xylia R. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Lucas V. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Liv Q. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Calla U. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Serenity Z. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Camille J. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Zelia N. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Katherine Z. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Jia H. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Absolutely could not put it down.
Genesis N. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Layla M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Already recommended this to three friends.
Xylia U. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ricardo M. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Sakura F. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Elizabeth A. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Sakura I. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Absolutely could not put it down.
Hana K. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Scarlett D. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Nora L. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Adeline Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Noah C. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Keira D. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Liam M. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Emma H. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Absolutely could not put it down.
Nia G. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Thalia R. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Mason D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Raven I. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Willa A. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Antoine N. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Already recommended this to three friends.
Scarlett S. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Seoyeon U. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Briar S. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Michael S. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Greta H. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Rose K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ryan V. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Mason Z. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Odette I. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Camille I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Leah D. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Already recommended this to three friends.
Saga V. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Tara L. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Freya M. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Liora X. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Marguerite E. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Rafael P. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Already recommended this to three friends.
Persephone N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Nicolas V. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Zara X. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Gabriella P. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This author does not miss.
Carlos H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Lukas N. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Andre I. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Rachel Z. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ren S. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Absolutely could not put it down.
Emily A. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Already recommended this to three friends.
Yui Q. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Sakura S. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Julianna S. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Harper V. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Rose D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Reagan C. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Riley G. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Already recommended this to three friends.
Vera R. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Julio Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Already recommended this to three friends.
Liam F. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Absolutely could not put it down.
Thalia B. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Alessia E. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Zara Z. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Katherine P. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Peyton R. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Persephone W. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Jorunn V. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Camila Q. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Persephone F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Fenna P. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Talia R. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Felipe Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Rylee R. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Hannah T. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Already recommended this to three friends.
Daniel L. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ricardo Z. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Tansy X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ximena V. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ines E. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Vivian N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Alexa F. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Everly G. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Absolutely could not put it down.
Juniper G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Marco F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Manuela X. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Maren O. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Absolutely could not put it down.
Manuela H. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ricardo X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Astrid Z. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Already recommended this to three friends.
Brandon Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Yuto Y. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This author does not miss.
Daehyun H. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Absolutely could not put it down.
Noah J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Already recommended this to three friends.
Aubrey I. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Carlos N. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Iolanthe R. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Amaya N. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Valentina E. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Absolutely could not put it down.
Minho O. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Sable P. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Bettina J. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Raven B. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Absolutely could not put it down.
Autumn T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Charlotte Q. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Freja D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Mackenzie E. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Willow F. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Briar A. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Absolutely could not put it down.
Autumn U. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Josephine H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Absolutely could not put it down.
Tove O. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Hannah E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Already recommended this to three friends.
Lily Y. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Already recommended this to three friends.
Bianca W. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Tove N. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Nadia L. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Jason O. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Giselle D. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Already recommended this to three friends.
Audrey E. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Santiago N. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Greta U. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Claire L. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. This author does not miss.
Quila F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Adam R. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Katie K. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Rachel Q. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Camila P. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Alexa Q. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Lena N. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This author does not miss.
Siv L. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Beatrix A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Jorunn N. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Caroline E. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ximena X. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Zoe Z. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Marguerite F. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Isabel I. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Ines J. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Absolutely could not put it down.
Diego D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Kevin Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Eric K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Tove E. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Justin T. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Wynne C. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Penelope G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Bettina H. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Mia W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Layan Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Sanna C. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Elin L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Minji Z. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Fable M. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Reagan Z. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Amara V. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Yuto U. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. This author does not miss.
Andre O. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Vivian M. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Aria U. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Adam O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Isla J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Amaya M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. This author does not miss.
Isla M. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Kaia M. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Absolutely could not put it down.
Adeline A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Felix Y. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Emma Q. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Absolutely could not put it down.
Vivian X. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Mai Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Adira X. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Lucy F. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Klaus L. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ren A. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Violet T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Adam T. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Willa N. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Meriel J. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Marigold R. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Elowen S. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Thalia W. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Noah I. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ximena U. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Elin C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Antonella Y. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This author does not miss.
Antoine R. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This author does not miss.
Camille E. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Absolutely could not put it down.
Sungmin U. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Alessia S. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ryan N. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Liora S. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Halcyon S. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Piper L. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Mason S. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rafael V. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
David U. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Leah A. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Already recommended this to three friends.
Sanna F. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lark F. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Lorelei Z. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This author does not miss.
Yuna P. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Absolutely could not put it down.
Madeline D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Rosalind T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Already recommended this to three friends.
Lily L. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Regina C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This author does not miss.
Yasmin N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Already recommended this to three friends.
Hazel P. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Grace I. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Absolutely could not put it down.
Nia B. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This author does not miss.
Thalia Y. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Hannah A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Farrah J. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Mai W. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Quinta P. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Amaya F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Lena Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ricardo U. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Layla Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Paige S. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Sarah B. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Kenji S. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Mia I. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This author does not miss.
Zoey S. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Isabella H. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Nova I. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Anais Y. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Penelope M. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Layan B. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Evelyn I. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Already recommended this to three friends.
Rylee L. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Cora T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Julien F. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Odette K. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Julianna I. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Marigold A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Willow T. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Jin K. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Katie A. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Already recommended this to three friends.
Sophia Y. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Juniper D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
James Z. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Carlos F. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Already recommended this to three friends.
Samantha J. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Rhea F. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Jason E. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Antoine T. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Liora H. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Marina T. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Already recommended this to three friends.
Tove J. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Anouk T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Michael I. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Kinsley Q. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Scarlett J. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Tansy L. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Minji F. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Allison O. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Kinsley I. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Cora E. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Absolutely could not put it down.
Indra W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This author does not miss.
Alexa X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Riley F. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This author does not miss.
Mateo S. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Dahlia B. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Elin B. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Carlos P. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Maya E. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Manuela T. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Leah Z. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This author does not miss.
Maya S. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Tansy N. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This author does not miss.
Delilah G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Brielle A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Farrah Y. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Yuto C. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Antoine E. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Adalynn W. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Talia X. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Lyla A. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Scarlett A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Pedro V. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Mackenzie H. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Meriel E. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This author does not miss.
Renata Q. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ricardo K. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Julianna D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Anouk Q. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Tansy S. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Trinity U. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Quinta I. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Adeline M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Carlos K. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Julia A. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Diego Y. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Priya E. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Absolutely could not put it down.
Meriel T. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Sungmin W. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Already recommended this to three friends.
Lily O. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This author does not miss.
Sarah H. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Melanie J. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Beatrix G. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Bettina K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Already recommended this to three friends.
Vesper W. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Catalina N. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This author does not miss.
Pedro R. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Already recommended this to three friends.
Amaya D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Camila G. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Piper C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mira L. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Everly S. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This author does not miss.
Dahlia A. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Rhea T. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Selin U. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Already recommended this to three friends.
Emma D. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ava F. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ursula W. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ricardo G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Absolutely could not put it down.
Oona M. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Marisol C. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Tara E. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Seraphine B. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Katherine B. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Briar Y. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Mira B. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Talia Q. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Yui F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Stefan Q. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Everly E. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Tara G. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Halcyon E. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Lyla Y. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Celeste V. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ren B. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Thalia U. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Absolutely could not put it down.
Michael E. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Oliver K. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This author does not miss.
Hazel M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Nadia N. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Aria I. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Aaliyah M. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Mai B. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Sanna H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Felipe V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Manuela A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Beatriz P. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Already recommended this to three friends.
Felix J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Alice I. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Quinta D. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Lyla W. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Absolutely could not put it down.
Haruka X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Lily M. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Xylia N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Marigold I. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Yui X. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Thalia X. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Autumn I. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Audrey J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Nora Q. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Allison Z. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Isabella G. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Una L. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Nyla S. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Peyton Y. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Juniper N. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Kestrel S. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Emilia I. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Absolutely could not put it down.
Minho M. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Claire J. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Umi E. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This author does not miss.
Ariana P. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Fernanda X. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ursula B. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Antonella M. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Absolutely could not put it down.
Xenia T. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Sophie V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Mason Y. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Absolutely could not put it down.
Delphine Q. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
David T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Willow X. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Beatriz V. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Avery A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Tyler D. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Solene J. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Julio T. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Paloma V. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Thalia C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Jason I. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Charlotte G. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Bianca U. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Charlotte N. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Already recommended this to three friends.
Paloma D. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Skye B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Camille T. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Genesis R. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Amaya E. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Julia B. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Yasmin A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Already recommended this to three friends.
Penelope E. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Amaya I. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Fable B. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Absolutely could not put it down.
Winnifred W. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Antonella B. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Rachel Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Mason J. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Greta X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Celeste F. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Emilia G. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Kestrel O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Keira K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Manuela P. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Odette N. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ruby Q. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Trinity S. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Sophia T. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Sakura A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Felipe N. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Rafael C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Abigail L. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Oona J. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Dahlia D. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ivy S. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Trinity W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Giselle Z. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Leah B. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Indra T. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Already recommended this to three friends.
Pierre U. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Brandon M. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ariana G. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Vera E. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Stella B. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Willa B. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Carlos Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lorelei K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Amaya C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Petra G. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Antoine O. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Delilah P. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Jorunn W. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Natalie Q. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Elizabeth Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Rachel V. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kaylee C. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Siv P. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Layla T. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Elizabeth K. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Catalina E. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
James C. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Caroline O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Caroline M. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Julia Q. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Riley C. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Minho Y. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Madeline I. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Emilia K. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Anna J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Liora V. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Mateo Z. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Odette G. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Absolutely could not put it down.
Rosa S. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Already recommended this to three friends.
Santiago X. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Already recommended this to three friends.
Yara J. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Emily I. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Persephone R. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Sable T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Adeline J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Amaya P. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Scarlett C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Tove B. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Minho G. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Thalia K. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Esme B. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Mia H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Nyla W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Pedro J. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Samantha K. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Kylie F. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Valentina R. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. This author does not miss.
Seoyeon R. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Opal M. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mason T. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Absolutely could not put it down.
Rylee F. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Marisol G. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ximena A. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Harper I. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Logan J. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Nova E. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Yara Z. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Lorelei F. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ren Q. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Yuto E. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Lukas Z. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Tove L. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Jael X. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Addison O. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Rose C. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Already recommended this to three friends.
Wren G. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Jia C. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Melanie T. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Faith W. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Madelyn P. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Kinsley P. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Solene H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Absolutely could not put it down.
Layan G. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Isabel Q. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ximena X. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Adira B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Absolutely could not put it down.
Fenna Y. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Brooklyn A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Tansy J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lucas E. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Fiora E. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ariana A. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Beatriz U. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Persephone A. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Already recommended this to three friends.
Adam L. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Felix F. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Zara F. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Beatrix D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Beatriz R. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Mateo B. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Rosalind D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Harper D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Tansy H. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Emily K. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Absolutely could not put it down.
Antonella A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Already recommended this to three friends.
Andre W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
James X. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Stella Q. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Wynne G. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Camila R. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Jin P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Julianna J. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Aurora V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Mila C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Isla G. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Already recommended this to three friends.
Seoyeon F. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Esme C. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Raven T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Abigail A. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Adira A. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Farrah L. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Already recommended this to three friends.
Sakura R. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Dara T. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Lukas W. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Skye Q. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ethan K. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Already recommended this to three friends.
Seoyeon X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Jason W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Marguerite V. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Already recommended this to three friends.
Winnifred P. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Calla Y. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ximena R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Absolutely could not put it down.
Hans R. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Tara J. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Allison U. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mateo L. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Oona N. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Yolanda E. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Esme V. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mathieu L. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Olivia X. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Paige G. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ren V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Camille C. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Lena D. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Victoria E. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Mason G. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Santiago S. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. This author does not miss.
Wren Z. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Violet V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. This author does not miss.
Rue W. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Cora N. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Rosa R. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Antonella P. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Paloma Y. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Already recommended this to three friends.
Corvina B. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Rylee N. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Meriel Y. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Rosa A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Already recommended this to three friends.
Faith O. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Aurora H. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Catalina B. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ellie Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ottilie B. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ivy P. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Liv J. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Meriel B. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Already recommended this to three friends.
Marigold E. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Ellie A. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Marco M. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Serenity X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Savannah M. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Nora I. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Absolutely could not put it down.
Hana Y. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Rafael Z. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Chloe Y. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This author does not miss.
Brooklyn J. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Hiroshi T. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Nora X. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Madeline J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Anouk A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Adira N. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Already recommended this to three friends.
Zoe M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Nyla T. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Celeste R. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Aria L. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This author does not miss.
Sanna O. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This author does not miss.
Genesis T. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Kaia C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Madeline Z. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Already recommended this to three friends.
Anna F. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Michael U. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Trinity G. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Kylie K. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Sophie Q. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Already recommended this to three friends.
Paige J. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Xenia D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Absolutely could not put it down.
Harper U. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Antoine A. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Keira T. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ingrid K. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Mila B. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Mateo U. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Corinne T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This author does not miss.
Quinn S. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Rosa W. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Umi M. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Saga T. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Marisol M. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Already recommended this to three friends.
Addison Q. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Yuto H. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Odette E. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Fable K. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Absolutely could not put it down.
Maya F. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Camila B. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Rose X. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Rosa Q. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Josie Y. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Santiago Y. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Hiroshi J. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Raven J. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Petra L. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Una B. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Talia B. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Dahlia Z. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Lucas X. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Absolutely could not put it down.
Autumn J. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Amaya K. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lillian C. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Violet R. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Kylie L. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Elowen R. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Minji C. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Already recommended this to three friends.
Lucas K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Jason L. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Chloe E. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Paige D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Absolutely could not put it down.
Yuto S. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Noor C. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Layan Z. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lorelei R. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This author does not miss.
Antonella Z. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Adalynn Z. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Absolutely could not put it down.
Willa F. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Aurora K. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Absolutely could not put it down.
Elena F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Xenia S. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Isabella C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Wynne R. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This author does not miss.
Eric A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Absolutely could not put it down.
Nia U. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ariana C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Sadie M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Beatrix P. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Felix M. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Absolutely could not put it down.
Maya N. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ines U. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Avery Y. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Kenji B. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Maren T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Absolutely could not put it down.
Daehyun O. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Yasmin Z. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ingrid J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Quinta X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Alexa W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Umi L. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Vera L. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Adira R. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Aubrey D. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. This author does not miss.
Carlos E. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Absolutely could not put it down.
Paisley J. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Layla J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ottilie P. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Absolutely could not put it down.
Lorelei P. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Priya P. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Freja J. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Naomi I. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Adira C. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This author does not miss.
Celeste W. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Quinn E. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Catalina J. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Dara V. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Already recommended this to three friends.
Marina I. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Julianna Z. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Nicolas A. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Giselle O. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Adalynn Q. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Oona U. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Astrid J. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Quinta H. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Already recommended this to three friends.
Jorunn E. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Absolutely could not put it down.
Savannah U. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Isabella S. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Fernanda O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Isla X. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Adalynn J. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. This author does not miss.
Brandon T. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Absolutely could not put it down.
Tove T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
James N. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Yuto N. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Cora K. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Olivia I. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Marisol X. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Nova C. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Wynne J. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This author does not miss.
Piper S. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Una T. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lillian E. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Julien L. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Already recommended this to three friends.
Liv R. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ava J. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Zara S. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Ariana F. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This author does not miss.
Haruka P. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Sable C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Already recommended this to three friends.
Mai F. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Amelia C. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Zoe H. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ariana M. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Rosalind Y. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Layla Y. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Anouk G. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Sadie B. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Liv C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Lyla O. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Josie S. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Zoey K. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Keira C. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Madeline K. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Melanie P. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Charlotte H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Samantha U. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Absolutely could not put it down.
Una Y. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ricardo V. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Already recommended this to three friends.
Ruby A. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Already recommended this to three friends.
Yui V. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Noor B. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Iolanthe M. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Mathieu C. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Evelyn Q. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Absolutely could not put it down.
Eric X. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Absolutely could not put it down.
Iolanthe Y. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Madelyn A. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Sophie T. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Justin F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Marco W. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Diego Z. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Hazel O. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ivy Y. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Lillian R. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Jorunn R. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Fenna G. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Lillian Q. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Gabriella U. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Kinsley K. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Emilia J. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Yui E. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Alexa P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Amelia V. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Absolutely could not put it down.
Noor K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Raven Q. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Iolanthe D. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Yuto G. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Felipe S. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Absolutely could not put it down.
Siv K. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Daniel A. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Paige H. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Isabel J. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Mira N. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Zoey O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Already recommended this to three friends.
Antonella K. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Already recommended this to three friends.
Cora X. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Liora A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Lukas C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Valentina T. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Natalie P. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Bettina Y. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Jia F. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Yui G. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Briar U. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Ariana E. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ruby P. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Naomi G. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Lorelei G. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Calla W. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ariana K. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Allison H. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Emily E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Calla M. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Victoria Y. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Jorunn G. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Felipe D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Absolutely could not put it down.
Elowen V. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Mila X. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Lena I. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Quinta A. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Solene W. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Ricardo H. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Reagan I. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Hannah Y. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Justin P. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Selin B. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Mila Q. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Absolutely could not put it down.
Isabella T. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. This author does not miss.
Opal C. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Absolutely could not put it down.
Scarlett K. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Absolutely could not put it down.
Carlos V. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Julia P. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Astrid M. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Absolutely could not put it down.
Avery I. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Mackenzie R. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Thalia M. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Quinn U. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Hana Z. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Tyler B. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Sofia M. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Siv C. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ricardo O. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Elin I. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Leah O. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ariana V. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Gabriella C. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Jorunn D. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Dara U. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kaylee I. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This author does not miss.
Alina A. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Already recommended this to three friends.
Lorelei D. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Elena Y. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Already recommended this to three friends.
Marguerite C. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Scarlett U. –
I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Kaylee V. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Nova M. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Absolutely could not put it down.
Isla N. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. This author does not miss.
Xylia Q. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ximena I. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Rosalind A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Jia E. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Camille L. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Lark J. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Ximena C. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Fable C. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Daehyun J. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Katie T. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Already recommended this to three friends.
Klaus V. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Giselle H. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Aubrey E. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Charlotte A. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Hana U. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Farrah I. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Elin Q. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Vivian P. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Seraphine W. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Grace P. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Skylar F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Ursula Z. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Amaya X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Josie Z. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Vivian W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Aaliyah N. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Quila C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Tara W. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Klaus O. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Delphine W. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Rose F. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Elowen L. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Una A. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Julien U. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Paisley U. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Eric V. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Absolutely could not put it down.
Charlotte W. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Antoine I. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Fenna L. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Lily G. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Already recommended this to three friends.
Elizabeth F. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Antonella L. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Ethan T. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Skylar S. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Julio N. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. So grateful i could read this in english, my first language, it made every gut-punch line land exactly right. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Madeline G. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Hannah V. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Siv N. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Regina N. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Winnifred C. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Petra P. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. This author does not miss.
Renata R. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Dara H. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Adam C. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Raven G. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Alina W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Ren E. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This author does not miss.
Lukas D. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Already recommended this to three friends.
Beatrix C. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Delilah A. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Santiago U. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Absolutely could not put it down.
Sophie I. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ella U. –
The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Mila Z. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Zara K. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Opal D. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Jael J. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Bettina X. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Melanie V. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Maya Z. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Tove X. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Already recommended this to three friends.
Greta R. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Santiago D. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Oona H. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Mia O. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Willow J. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Ivy N. –
The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Absolutely could not put it down.
Fiora V. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Seraphine L. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This book got into my head and stayed there for days. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Persephone I. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Ximena O. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Opal P. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Isabel F. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Absolutely could not put it down.
Rylee U. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Reading this in french finally, and it lost none of its bite in translation. Absolutely could not put it down.
Freja E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Yolanda F. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Adeline G. –
I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Regina A. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Absolutely could not put it down.
Paloma C. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Already recommended this to three friends.
Halcyon C. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Absolutely could not put it down.
Mila O. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Ellie E. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Brielle T. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Briar J. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Kylie I. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Fable U. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Seoyeon Q. –
I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Aurora Y. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Regina Y. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Liora D. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Dahlia Y. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Bettina O. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Absolutely could not put it down.
Gwen F. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The tenderness he shows right before things go wrong is what makes this so unsettling, not a single jump scare needed. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Bianca C. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Liam D. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. I need everyone I know to read this immediately.
Diego H. –
This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Ines L. –
I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Penelope T. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Daehyun P. –
Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because her horror never feels gimmicky, it feels lived-in. This author does not miss.
Zinnia E. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Umi I. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Victoria D. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. Tindra’s chapters had my heart racing before anything even happened. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she flips the story right when you think you know where it’s going. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Tansy P. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Wynne X. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Dara X. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Already recommended this to three friends.
Melanie R. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Brooklyn M. –
I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she writes horror that actually gets under your skin. Lo lei en espanol y la tension se sintio igual de intensa, gracias por traducirlo. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Kennedy O. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. Read the japanese edition and it hit just as hard, maybe harder, in my own language. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Skylar N. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. So happy this finally came out in korean, i didn’t have to wait for scanlations or fan translations this time. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Amaya W. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Between the plot twist queen and the horror maven, I honestly don’t know which title fits this book more. This author does not miss.
Ellie D. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Julien K. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Bought the hardcover for my shelf and it’s already the most dog-eared book i own. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Grace M. –
L. A. Walton writes horror the way it should be written, quiet and devastating. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. Watching him charm every match on the app while the letters pile up in that apartment gave me chills I still haven’t shaken. Genuinely one of the best books I’ve read this year.
Seoyeon E. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Absolutely could not put it down.
Victoria W. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Skye N. –
L.A. Walton, you did it again. The premise alone had me nervous, and the execution made it so much worse in the best way. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. This author does not miss.
Nova H. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. The paperback lives in my bag now, i’ve read it twice already. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.
Freja B. –
I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. I’ll be thinking about that ending for weeks.
Amelia D. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I’ve read a lot of dark romance but nothing that used tenderness as a weapon like this. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. Absolutely could not put it down.
Halcyon G. –
Every time I thought I understood him, the book pulled the rug out again. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Marina P. –
L. A. Walton has officially ruined dating apps for me forever. I read the last third in one sitting because I physically could not stop. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Absolutely could not put it down.
Samantha L. –
This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Read the ebook in one sitting on my kindle, couldn’t put my phone down even at 2am. Would give this more than five stars if I could.
Dahlia V. –
I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. Tindra piecing together the pattern from those crisis calls felt so real, like listening in on something I shouldn’t hear. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Nyla J. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? I have never wanted to hug and scream at a fictional character in the same chapter until this book. The way he loves too fast and takes rejection like a physical wound is written with such precision, it made my stomach turn. The shrine of saved conversations and gifts is such a haunting image, it says more about him than any monologue could. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because she plants clues you don’t even notice until the reveal. Buying a second copy just to lend out without losing my own.
Natalie J. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I started this on a Sunday afternoon and finished it wide awake at 3am. I loved how the horror only starts the moment love curdles into rejection, it flips the genre on its head. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because every book of hers has a twist that wrecks me. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Logan Z. –
Thank you, L.A. Walton, for writing something this brave. The way this book makes you root for a first date is genuinely disturbing once you know what’s coming. The slow reveal of the apartment full of letters is one of the most quietly horrifying things I’ve read all year. Absolutely could not put it down.
Amelia S. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I picked this up expecting a slow burn thriller and got something far more unsettling. This book made me rethink every ‘he’s just so attentive’ story I’ve ever heard from a friend. The audiobook narrator nailed the calm menace in his voice, made my skin crawl on my commute. This is going to stick with me for a long time.
Alina I. –
The apartment scene wrecked me. I had to put the book down and just sit with it. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because she understands what makes horror feel real instead of cheap. Lendo em portugues e o suspense nao perde nada na traducao. Absolutely could not put it down.
Ivy C. –
L.A. Walton, how do you keep finding new ways to break my heart and terrify me in the same chapter? This started as a slow burn and ended as something I couldn’t shake for a week. I kept waiting for him to slip, and when he finally did, it was somehow worse than I imagined. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. Cannot recommend this enough to horror and romance fans alike.
Rhea S. –
I don’t know how L.A. Walton keeps outdoing herself but she does. I read the crisis-line chapters with my hand over my mouth. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Nicolas X. –
This is the kind of horror that doesn’t need monsters because the monster is charm. The dinner scene had me holding my breath the entire time, knowing what I knew and hoping she didn’t. They call her the horror maven for a reason, because nobody blends dread and heart the way she does. One of the most original horror-romance mashups I’ve read.
Briar L. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. This book got into my head and stayed there for days. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. The dating app scenes felt uncomfortably familiar in the best/worst way. Calling her the plot twist queen feels earned because I genuinely did not see that ending coming. This author does not miss.
Katherine L. –
L. A. Walton, this might be your darkest one yet. I went in for the romance and stayed for the dread crawling under every scene. Tindra making her own quiet record of the women who go silent is such a smart, chilling detail. Found the german translation and devoured it in two nights, the tension translated perfectly. Five stars, and I’m still a little shaken.