Wretched (Never After, #3)
Evelina Westerly runs her family’s ruthless drug empire with equal measures of brilliance and cruelty, her days spent tending her greenhouse and avenging her sister’s murder—certainly no time for love. But when a one‑night stand turns into a dangerous obsession and the man at her side is revealed to be a covert DEA agent bent on bringing her down, what begins in hatred may just become something far more consuming.
About This Book
In "Wretched," the third installment of Emily McIntire's Never After series, Evelina Westerly is the formidable force behind her family's drug empire. As the mastermind cultivating the potent heroin known as Flying Monkey, she balances her clandestine operations with a quest for vengeance against her sister's murderer. Her life takes an unexpected turn when a one-night stand with a captivating man at a nightclub resurfaces as a new recruit within her organization.
Nicholas Woodsworth, operating under the alias Brayden Walsh, is an undercover DEA agent determined to dismantle the drug trade that destroyed his family. His mission leads him directly into Evelina's world, where their initial animosity and undeniable chemistry set the stage for a complex and dangerous relationship. As their paths intertwine, both are forced to confront the darkness within themselves and the blurred lines between right and wrong.
Set against the backdrop of organized crime, "Wretched" delves into themes of betrayal, redemption, and the moral ambiguities of its characters. The narrative is marked by intense emotional and situational tension, with a slow-burn romance that evolves amidst the shadows of their respective worlds. The story's atmosphere is dark and suspenseful, drawing readers into a tale where love and conflict are inextricably linked.
What Readers Say
Readers praise the book's intense chemistry and emotional depth between the protagonists. Many commend McIntire's vivid, cinematic writing style that brings scenes to life. Fans note the compelling, morally complex characters that add depth to the narrative. Some caution that the dark themes and mature content may not be suitable for all readers. A few mention that the audiobook narrator's portrayal of male voices may not appeal to everyone.
Reader Reviews
10 curated reviewsLMN11
Aug 22, 2014
Wretched Chastity
After her mother dies of consumption, Chastity is left with nothing but a failing boarding house, a mountain of bills, and the prospect of life in debtor's prison. To avoid such an end, she travels west as a mail order bride to marry Enoch Larson. Enoch has fathered two children with a prostitute who later on abandoned them, Gideon and Ellla, aged ten and seven, and Chastity quickly falls in love with them, seeing as they need a mother's care. It doesn't take long for Chastity to realize that Enoch is a drunkard and an outlaw with a crimal past that included stealing and murder. But Chastit
Reader in Malone
Sep 6, 2014
Nice, easy read
Chastity is a mail order bride who was sold damaged goods--her husband, Enoch, is an alcoholic and a train robber. He does, however, have two adorable children for whom Chastity is determined to be a good mother. In the meantime, Chastity meets one of Enoch's former "associates"--Lucian. They fall in love. Lucian wants her to leave Enoch, and run away with him. She won't leave the children, and Lucian is fine with them coming too. She has to decide whether she will do it or not. Chastity talks about her "Christian" duty--but I'm not sure just how Christian she really is--she witnesses a
Kay Manning
Apr 2, 2015
Charming
This story was charming. I do not read, normally, a book written in the first person but from start to finish I really liked the characters. They were real and I could 'see' them in my mind's eye. Ms. White has presented this story with real elements of life and did not sugarcoat everything. I will certainly buy more of her work.
Kindle Customer
Sep 10, 2014
Good Read
The story started out as any mail order story but with a several twists and turns that keep the reader engaged. The characters are well developed, especially the character of the little girl. The heroine is a little confused about what is right or wrong but its more to do with how she was raised and what is lost, and what she had to do.
B. D. Mann
Jun 18, 2016
Interesting story
As a fan of clean romances I found this acceptable because there was no graphic sex. This was an interesting story with characters that seemed true to their time and place in the American west and was well written and authentic. I marveled at how Chastity demonstrated over and over again the plight of women at that time. Ms. White did her research well. I leave it to other reviewers to re-tell the story. Let me just say that this is a book worth reading. You will be captivated by the story and will come away with a much greater appreciation for women of that day.
Brenda Wagner
Sep 25, 2015
Good clean book
I really liked this book. It was an honest look at a mail order bride who got stuck with a drunkard and an instant family. The author made it real when it showed how the children had been desensitized to violence and and a killing right in front of them. All was not all bad for the drunkard did raise the children on his own and never raised a hand to either his children or his new wife. It also has the happy ending for the children and wife with the train robbery money.
About the Author
Emily McIntire
4 books in library
Readers love Emily McIntire's ability to craft stories that are both dark and deeply romantic, offering a perfect blend of intensity and emotion. The intricacy of her characters' journeys and the unpredictable plot twists create an immersive experience that fans find irresistible.
