Pretty Monster
Kyah, a tattoo shop worker, finds herself entangled with a controlling figure from her past and a dangerously obsessed stalker, navigating a web of desire and fear.
Tropes & Themes
About This Book
Kyah, a tattoo shop worker, becomes the object of obsession for a mysterious stalker who infiltrates her life by entering her apartment at night. This intruder, who remains faceless and nameless, elicits a complex mix of fear and desire in Kyah, blurring the lines between victim and willing participant. As the stalker's nightly visits intensify, Kyah grapples with her growing attraction to him, despite the inherent danger.
The narrative delves into the psychological tension between Kyah and her stalker, exploring themes of control, obsession, and the allure of the forbidden. Kyah's internal conflict is heightened by the presence of other men in her life, including Crew, a coworker who harbors deeper feelings for her, and Viper, a biker gang member who desires a more committed relationship. These dynamics add layers of complexity to Kyah's emotional landscape, as she navigates the blurred boundaries between safety and peril.
Set against the backdrop of the tattoo industry, the story unfolds in an atmosphere charged with suspense and intensity. The dark, slow-burn tension builds as Kyah's interactions with her stalker and the men around her lead to unforeseen and dangerous consequences. The novel challenges conventional notions of love and desire, inviting readers to confront the complexities of human relationships and the shadows that lurk within them.
What Readers Say
Many readers praise the book's dark, suspenseful plot and steamy romance. Fans note the author's engaging and evocative writing style that draws readers into the protagonist's world. Some readers find the 'not like other girls' character trope appealing, while others consider it cliché. Content warnings include themes of abuse, death, graphic violence, and human trafficking. This book is recommended for fans of dark romance who appreciate complex character dynamics and psychological depth.
Reader Reviews
4 curated reviewsEmanuela PlasticDuck
Oct 30, 2011
A delightful promise
More more more more more!!! Josh works the night shift at the Quick-Mart. Just next to it, the gates of hell open and every night his store has all kind of monster clients, except for Hot Guy. This is a short a cute episode of a story which promises a lot of delight. I like the way Josh deals with his weird customers. He is strangely more worried about his employer and the occasional human wrecks. The faulty air conditioning is more troublesome than the monsters visiting his store. His crush on Hot Guy is cute and sweet, even if Josh's thoughts of the guy are not exactly chaste. I liked the
Emilie A
Oct 31, 2017
That was fun! I don't really read monsters book
That was fun! I don't really read monsters book, never been attracted by paranormal stories but it was free, it was short and it was halloween. And man it was fun. I need more of that, like right now! My only complaint is that it's waaaaaay too short. It's a teaser. It feels like the 1st chapter of a book, or a prologue.
*Nessa*
Apr 1, 2017
Different but lots of fun.
This was such a fun, creative read. Creatures coming into the store that Josh works at just has to be exciting, especially when he gets hazard pay also. Zombies that love burritos, that's just so cute. Quickly paced short story that's very amusingly witty and well done. :)
Sirius
Nov 3, 2011
Tasty appetizer
I do love Andrea Speed's writing style and it is not like this one was overpriced for the length, but just so so short. I mean, it was a fun start to the series, but I really wanted to know more about Josh and whoever Hot Guy is :)
