I love the Never After series so much. Twisted was a wild ride of a fractured fairytale based on Aladdin. It was an enemies to lovers premise, but it was such a good storyline, I thoroughly enjoyed it.

Twisted by Emily McIntire is a must-read for fans of dark, intense romance and forbidden love stories, particularly those who enjoy the thrill of enemies-to-lovers tropes, forced marriage plots, and the darker side of relationships, as this twisted tale of power, desire, and manipulation will keep you on the edge of your seat.

I'm really obsessed with this series but unfortunately this was my least favourite so although I liked it, it wasn't on par with the others. I think the slow burn wasn't well executed, the pace was at times off and it felt messy and rushed. However, I really loved Julian and Yasmin grew on me so I'm glad they had their happily ever after. This has become one of my favourite series ever so I can't wait to get the next book!

Twisted by Emily McIntire is a captivating and darkly enchanting novel that reimagines classic fairy tales with a modern and twisted edge. McIntire's unique storytelling and imaginative approach breathe new life into familiar narratives, creating a book that is as intriguing as it is unsettling.

The novel follows a series of interconnected stories, each one a retelling of a well-known fairy tale, but with unexpected and often chilling twists. McIntire's prose is both lyrical and haunting, drawing readers into a world where nothing is quite as it seems. The characters are richly developed, each grappling with their own inner demons and moral ambiguities.

One of the standout aspects of Twisted is McIntire's ability to blend the fantastical with the psychological. The stories are not just rehashes of old tales but are deeply psychological explorations of themes such as power, revenge, and redemption. The unexpected plot twists keep readers on their toes, making it difficult to predict what will happen next.

McIntire's attention to detail and her skillful use of atmosphere create a sense of unease that permeates the entire book. The tension is palpable, and the dark, moody settings enhance the overall sense of foreboding. Despite the darkness, there is also a sense of beauty and poignancy that runs through the stories, making them resonate on a deeper level.

Twisted is a compelling and thought-provoking read that will appeal to fans of dark fantasy and psychological thrillers. Emily McIntire has crafted a book that is both unsettling and mesmerizing, proving herself to be a master of the modern fairy tale. If you're looking for a novel that will challenge your perceptions and keep you enthralled from beginning to end, Twisted is the perfect choice.

I would say Ms. Mcintire is a mediocre author and some people like that. It’s okay. It is an Alladdin retelling that is dark where Jasmine ends up with the villain. It’s a slow burn with a large age gap. Nothing to tell really. Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.

Thanknyou NetGalley and SourceBooks Bloom Books for this arc!

4/5 stars!

This was slow burn enemies to lovers Allah in retelling and I ate it up! My first Emily McIntyre and definitely won't be my last lol

I really like this book. The slowburn and the writing is very good. I will recommend to the customer I have

This has been my least fav of the series so far. I just couldn’t get into it the way I had the other stories. It felt like I was reading the same scenes from other books so felt a little boring. Maybe I need a break in between so I can forget how similar the stories seem to be told.

Twisted by Emily Mclntire is perfect for anyone who's a fan of dark romance books. It's a dark fairytale retelling. I loved reading about Yasmin and Julian!! It's got the enemies to lovers trope.

I love Emily McIntire and all of her fractured adult fairy tales. Twisted is another that kicks it out of the park, or realm! I love the characters and all of their hills and valleys, and the spice isn't bad either! ;)

I mostly enjoyed this original remake of Aladdin. It was fun recognizing the callback to the movie, those were nice little Easter eggs. The chemistry between the characters was great, the dialogue snappy and the love scenes were nice and spicy. The main thing I had issue with was how we’re just supposed to ignore that Julian is basically a serial killer, the extent of which Yasmin is never fully aware. We never get closure on that subject.

Fans of dark romance and steamy romance will enjoy this fantasy retelling of Aladdin, which is the fourth book in the Never After series. The books can be read as stand-alone, as they do not have any overlapping characters or story lines. This one features some enemies to lovers romance, family drama, and a very. large, very hungry snake.

Another of McIntire's dark fairytale "retellings." These are definitely not for the faint of heart, but I did love the age gap and enemies to lovers in this one.

I think this series is not for me. I tried to get into the first book but I could not get past the writing style. I would still recommend this series to people who enjoy this style of romance, however it was not for me.

Emily McIntire hits every single time and this was no exception. Her writing is confident and sexy and her villians are bad and yet we root for them. Bravo.

This was a very fun and exciting take on a classic tale. When you pick up a retelling, they can often feel a little overdone and tired, however this was fresh, spicy, and though it was definitely romance heavy, I highly enjoyed the plot. The characters were well fleshed out and I rooted for the main couple from the very beginning!

This spicy Aladdin inspired fractured fairytale was. such a fun and entertaining read. Julian and Yasmin hate each other but know the best option is each other to get what they want.
I had a lot of fun reading this story and love what Emily McIntire does with her never after series.

Another interesting take on a fairy tale that we all know and love - this time being the story of Aladdin, but focusing on the characters of Jasmine and Jafar. Written as a dark contemporary romance, the tension between the two characters was superbly written and it was a fun journey to see how their story goes. I look forward to the next in the series!

Twisted by Emily McIntire
This was a 4 star for me.
Non-spoiler review - This is a dark retelling of the story of Aladdin. Be prepared because the villain definitely gets the girl.

I really enjoyed this retelling as Aladdin is one of my favourite Disney movies. This story follows Yasmin, the heiress of a diamond company, and her father’s right-hand man Julian. Her father is ill and decides Yasmin must marry as “ a female can’t run the company” and Julian is angry that after all his hard work his boss doesn’t even consider leaving the company to him. Julian blackmails Yasmin into marrying him as a way to get the company. Little did either expect that they will end up falling for each other.

While I didn’t LOVE the characters I did like them, Julian more than Yasmin. I did not expect to relate to him and his family trauma!

“Some people say that family is family, blood is blood. But I say that toxic is toxic, and no one is more important than my inner peace, even if it means I lose them for good.”

If you like dark Disney retellings you need this book. Emily McIntire is an amazing author and her stories never disappoint. There are twists and turns, strong female friendships (always a plus in my books), good spice, and it the whole thing keeps you turning the page to find out what is going to happen next.

Troupes: mafia, forced proximity, forbidden romance, age gap
Spice: 4/5
Plot 4/5
Pace 5/5
Character Personality 3/5
Character Growth 3/5
Writing Style 5/5
World Building 5/5

Twisted was a fun, quick, spicy read. I think Emily McIntire’s writing has definitely improved since Hooked, I’m really happy to see that the potential I was seeing in Hooked is being full developed! It’s amazing to watch an author’s growth and development. I enjoyed this plot and the characters in this novel a lot and overall it was a good read that I would recommend for any romance reader.