
Book Review: Burn
Book details
About the story
MF Spicy Paranormal Romance: Harper Wallis, a Las Vegas demon-lair tattooist, discovers her psychic anchor is Knox Thorne, the city’s most powerful—and dangerously sexy—demon.
Mood
Adventurous & High-Stakes, Sexy & Steamy
World setting
Genres
Plot pacing
Medium-paced plot
Relationship tropes
Story tropes
Political / court intrigue
Ending type
HFN (Happy for Now)
Content warnings
Attempted murder, Blood, Child abuse, Death, Graphic language / Profanity, Graphic sexual content, Murder
Kinks
Dirty talk
About the series
Burn is book #1 of the Dark in You series
Well, this is the first book of the series, so technically yes, but check the ending type above in case you want to avoid cliffhangers.
Book Blurb
Part of a small demon lair in North Las Vegas, tattooist Harper Wallis lives a pretty simple life. That changes overnight when she discovers that her psychic mate, or ‘anchor’, is a guy who’s rumored to be the most powerful demon in existence. Compelling, full of secrets and armed with raw sexuality, Knox Thorne is determined to claim her as his anchor, creating a psychic bond that will prevent their inner demons from ever turning rogue. The billionaire also wants Harper in his bed. She’s not so sure she wants either of those things. No one seems to know what breed of demon Knox is, only that he’s more dangerous than anything she’s ever before encountered. But he refuses to walk away. And when an unknown danger starts closing in on Harper, it seems that Knox is the only one who can keep her safe.
As Prime of his Las Vegas lair and a successful businessman, Knox Thorne is used to being in control. He’s also used to people fearing and obeying him. Harper does neither, which unexpectedly amuses him. Unpredictable, elusive, and complex, she draws Knox and his inner demon like nothing ever has. Knox is used to getting what he wants, and he wants Harper. He’ll have her, and he’ll keep her safe from the threat that looms over her. Because Knox protects what’s his. He won’t allow anyone to take her from him. Even if it will mean letting the demon inside him rise and wreak the havoc it was created to make.
Part of a small demon lair in North Las Vegas, tattooist Harper Wallis lives a pretty simple life. That changes overnight when she discovers that her psychic mate, or ‘anchor’, is a guy who’s rumored to be the most powerful demon in existence. Compelling, full of secrets and armed with raw sexuality, Knox Thorne is determined to claim her as his anchor, creating a psychic bond that will prevent their inner demons from ever turning rogue. The billionaire also wants Harper in his bed. She’s not so sure she wants either of those things. No one seems to know what breed of demon Knox is, only that he’s more dangerous than anything she’s ever before encountered. But he refuses to walk away. And when an unknown danger starts closing in on Harper, it seems that Knox is the only one who can keep her safe.
As Prime of his Las Vegas lair and a successful businessman, Knox Thorne is used to being in control. He’s also used to people fearing and obeying him. Harper does neither, which unexpectedly amuses him. Unpredictable, elusive, and complex, she draws Knox and his inner demon like nothing ever has. Knox is used to getting what he wants, and he wants Harper. He’ll have her, and he’ll keep her safe from the threat that looms over her. Because Knox protects what’s his. He won’t allow anyone to take her from him. Even if it will mean letting the demon inside him rise and wreak the havoc it was created to make.
Rating & review
My review
To me, this is one of those rare books that truly has everything:
- Smut (seriously, it’s HOT)
- An alpha male who’s overbearing, dominant, possessive, and jealous
- An independent, strong, powerful heroine.
- Some damsel in distress moments (a Suzanne Wright classic)
- A fantastic, paranormal world with a compelling plot that carries through the first four books of the series.
And the best part? The first four books of the Dark In You series follow the same couple—something you hardly ever see these days, since most series switch to a new pair in each installment.
What more can I tell you that would be helpful?
- I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve reread this book—I know it almost by heart.
- Whenever I crave a male lead who’s unapologetically possessive, this is the book I turn to.
- Whenever I want to lose myself in another world, this is the book I reach for. I also love how demons are portrayed here—if you like shapeshifters and vampires but haven’t read a book about demons, you might really enjoy this!
- And if I’m in the mood for an excellent romance with well-defined secondary characters… you guessed it, this is the book.
To me, this is one of those rare books that truly has everything:
- Smut (seriously, it’s HOT)
- An alpha male who’s overbearing, dominant, possessive, and jealous
- An independent, strong, powerful heroine.
- Some damsel in distress moments (a Suzanne Wright classic)
- A fantastic, paranormal world with a compelling plot that carries through the first four books of the series.
And the best part? The first four books of the Dark In You series follow the same couple—something you hardly ever see these days, since most series switch to a new pair in each installment.
What more can I tell you that would be helpful?
- I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve reread this book—I know it almost by heart.
- Whenever I crave a male lead who’s unapologetically possessive, this is the book I turn to.
- Whenever I want to lose myself in another world, this is the book I reach for. I also love how demons are portrayed here—if you like shapeshifters and vampires but haven’t read a book about demons, you might really enjoy this!
- And if I’m in the mood for an excellent romance with well-defined secondary characters… you guessed it, this is the book.
Character & romance details
About the romance
5
Fast burn
MF
Story tropes
Political / court intrigue
Relationship tropes
Kinks
Dirty talk
About the female lead
Ocupation
Business Owner, Tattoo Artist
Virgin protagonist?
No
About the love interest
Ocupation
Billionaire / CEO
Virgin love interest?
No
Personality
Alpha, Jealous, Possessive, Protective
Who will love this book
Burn is perfect for readers who enjoy:
• Scorching, unapologetic smut
• An overbearing, possessive alpha male
• A fiercely independent, powerful heroine
• Immersive paranormal world-building
• A four-book series that follows the same couple
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