In the literary landscape, there are those stories that reach out and grab you, holding tight long after you’ve turned the last page. Emily McIntire’s “Wretched” is precisely one of those tales. With a narrative as dark and lush as a midnight garden, this fractured fairy tale reimagining of The Wizard of Oz enchants the reader from the very beginning.
Meet Evelina Westerly, the driving force behind her family’s drug empire, and a woman as fascinating as she is fearsome. She’s a complex character, torn between her duties, her thirst for revenge, and an unexpected longing for something more. Her world is a carefully crafted maze of secrets, danger, and power, where love seems out of place. Until Nicholas Woodsworth walks into her life.
Nicholas is more than just a Westerly lackey. He’s an undercover DEA agent, hell-bent on destroying the very empire Evelina upholds. His secrets run deep, tangled with his attraction to Evelina, a connection that’s as passionate as it is perilous. As they uncover each other’s hidden darkness, what starts as a dance of distrust slowly evolves into something more profound and complicated.
The strength of “Wretched” lies not only in its thrilling plot but also in the depth of its characters. Evelina’s strength and complexity are matched by Nicholas’s determination and ambiguity. Their relationship is a clash of wills, a dangerous game that leads them both down paths they never expected to take.
But enough of introductions; let’s talk about what makes “Wretched” an unforgettable read.
Never After just keeps surprising and delighting me! Emily McIntire’s “Wretched” is a thrilling addition to the series, filled with complex characters, evocative writing, and a plot that will keep you riveted. The elements of The Wizard of Oz are there, subtly woven into a tale that’s entirely new and uniquely McIntire’s.
The steamy romance between Evelina and Nicholas is intoxicating, a dance of attraction and repulsion that keeps the reader guessing. Their relationship is raw, explicit, and entirely believable, making “Wretched” a standout in contemporary dark romance.
And the writing? Simply perfect. If you loved the Mindf*ck series by S.T Abby, “Wretched” should be next on your reading list. It’s a story of love, loss, betrayal, and redemption, told with a masterful touch that will leave you longing for more.
In the end, “Wretched” is more than a love story; it’s a journey into the human soul, exploring the shades of gray that define us all. It’s about embracing the darkness within and finding the courage to love, even when that love threatens to destroy everything you hold dear.
So, fellow romance lovers, dive into Emily McIntire’s “Wretched.” Let yourself be swept away by the dark, the daring, and the deliciously wicked. Explore the world of The Never After Series and discover a tale that’s as twisted as it is beautiful. There’s magic here, in the words, the characters, and the story itself. Let it enchant you, let it challenge you, and above all, let it remind you of the transformative power of love.
