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A review by printedpapertraveler
Lights Out by Navessa Allen
3.0
3.25 Stars
This book presents an intriguing mix of dark desires, obsession, and intense chemistry between trauma nurse Aly and the mysterious Josh, a man living a double life. The plot focuses heavily on their shared fantasies, where masked allure meets the thrill of danger, and it explores themes of chasing the forbidden and giving in to raw passion.
The chemistry between Aly and Josh is palpable, and the author does a commendable job in building tension around their steamy interactions. However, while the premise holds promise, the execution feels uneven. The plot begins to dip once the novelty of the initial fantasies wears off, and the transition from Josh as a “predator” to a “protector” lacks the emotional depth needed to make the shift feel truly impactful.
The added element of a third, sinister figure watching Aly feels underdeveloped, and it didn’t fully deliver on the tension or danger it hinted at.
Additionally, Aly and Josh’s relationship is more about physical attraction and fantasies, but their emotional connection remains largely unexplored. More insight into their backstories, or deeper character reflection, could have elevated the narrative.
Overall, this book is an intense, fast-paced read that will appeal to those looking for dark, erotic thrills, but it falls short in its character depth.
This book presents an intriguing mix of dark desires, obsession, and intense chemistry between trauma nurse Aly and the mysterious Josh, a man living a double life. The plot focuses heavily on their shared fantasies, where masked allure meets the thrill of danger, and it explores themes of chasing the forbidden and giving in to raw passion.
The chemistry between Aly and Josh is palpable, and the author does a commendable job in building tension around their steamy interactions. However, while the premise holds promise, the execution feels uneven. The plot begins to dip once the novelty of the initial fantasies wears off, and the transition from Josh as a “predator” to a “protector” lacks the emotional depth needed to make the shift feel truly impactful.
The added element of a third, sinister figure watching Aly feels underdeveloped, and it didn’t fully deliver on the tension or danger it hinted at.
Additionally, Aly and Josh’s relationship is more about physical attraction and fantasies, but their emotional connection remains largely unexplored. More insight into their backstories, or deeper character reflection, could have elevated the narrative.
Overall, this book is an intense, fast-paced read that will appeal to those looking for dark, erotic thrills, but it falls short in its character depth.