Thank you NetGalley for the free ARC in exchange for an honest review.


I REALLY enjoyed how the book panned out. I think that the spice scenes were perfectly spaced out and at an appropriate level. The only thing that made me cringe a little was the limo scene, buttt I'm not here to criticize what people might be into. I usually hate dual POV because I think of it as unnecessary, but it was really great to see both aspects of Dante's and Vivian's lives, and I think that Anna Huang chose the best scenes to write in the appropriate POV and it really captivated the essence of each person's personality. Also, the recognition of family, especially in an Asian household really made me want to cry. It is such a nuanced topic, the love we have for our family despite all the differences in opinions.

The ending almost had me uninterested, I wish it would have been resolved a bit sooner, but adding the scene where she reconnects with her family helped with the pacing. Really great read, I look forward to reading Anna Huang's future works!!!

Thank you to Bloom Books, Sourcebooks and NetGalley for this advance reader copy. All opinions are my own.

I put my trust in Ana Huang for a great time and I am never disappointed.

I remember briefly meeting Dante and Vivian in Twisted Lies and it was such a cool thing to see Christian and Stella actually be in this book as well. But I digress, this book was a very quick read and one that I had so much fun with. This is the start to Ana’s next series and it is a very promising start.

I really loved Vivian as a character and seeing her work through so many different kinds of relationships was so great to see. I also really enjoyed seeing the side characters make up the cast of characters that we will be exploring in this series.

The main thing that I will say is that this book felt very similar to Twisted Love and hit similar plot points but I still enjoyed it very much.

WHERE WAS THE SMUT?!??? Ok, this was my first book from BookTok sensation Ana Huang, the purported patron queen of billionaire smut. Needless to say, I came in with HIGH expectations for my return to smut romance.

Sadly, this was just ok. Not even very spicy and with a romance I could only half stay engaged with. There was nothing patently wrong per se, but this just didn’t get my heart racing or my libido excited. The sexual attraction is hinted at early on but it takes a remarkably long time for anything to really happen. The constant hot and cold and time jumps where months would go by without us seeing anything also didn’t help sell us on the budding romance aspect.

And though Dante hints several times at potentially being dark enough to unalive someone, as being a dark and with anger management issues, I never quite found intimidating enough. Frankly I expected much more to this supposed darkness than what we got. Is he the “touch her and die” kind of possessive asshole, I guess but I didn’t really BELIEVE he would unalive anyone which kind of bursts the bubble on the fantasy and trope. You have to really believe they would do it.

Lastly, while I certainly have ZERO issues suspending any and all belief for these types of romances, if you’re going to make the best friend this bartender and struggling writer, having her go from a dumpy college bro bar in East Village to literally THE most exclusive private club in Manhattan and likely THE WORLD is just a stretch too damn far. I literally laughed out loud when all of a sudden Isabella was a bartender at the Valhalla Club. Did she get it through Dante’s connection?? Is she secretly some insanely talented bartender?? WHO KNOWS BUT PROBABLY NO TO BOTH. Truly a mystery how she goes from those extremes. You know the ultra old money families, think Rockefellers, would want this libations poured by only the best so truly comical somehow Isabella is there. It might be a small gripe but it honestly just feels lazy and is something I certainly expect better of for such a seasoned, popular, and prolific romance writer like Ana.

While Kai did intrigue me enough to want to see how he and Isabella get together in the next book, I don’t know that I’m all that eager to jump into another Ana Huang romance anytime soon.

Tropes: enemies to lovers, Dual POV, grumpy sunshine, forced proximity, billionaire romance, interracial romance

King of Wrath had so many of my favorite tropes rolled in, and I finished it in one day. I loved Vivian and Dante as characters, even if they did seem unrealistic, but the chemistry wasn’t always there for me. The dialogue was also unoriginal and the book wasn’t overly distinguishable from other things I’ve read. Overall, it was a solid romance and I enjoyed reading, but it wasn’t my favorite from Ana Huang.

-Marriage of convenience /forced marriage
-Forced proximity
-Enemies to lovers
-possessive grumpy hero
-slow burn


Dante and Vivian show us what love can do with the right person. Both characters grow throughout the story. Dante is your rich alpha-hole, jealous, possessive and bossy. He didn’t give Vivian his best in the beginning but when he caught feelings it was game on!
Vivian is sweet, loyal and quickly develops a backbone. She isn’t really weak, just accepts her duty to her family. Dante does bring out the best in her.

Loved the banter, loved the tension and the dates will make you swoon

Dante is top tier, and he might have crept into the top five of all time. The spice was on another level, and I can't wait for the next in this series!

Thank you Netgalley for a copy of this story in exchange for an honest review.

Lets talk about phenomenal tropes. In this story there is grumpy/sunshine pairing, arranged marriage, one bed, and fake dating.

This story was such a slow burn, but worth the wait. The inner struggle that Dante faced as he realizes his true feelings was well written. But Vivian’s growth into taking control of her own life, had me cheering.

This is my first book by this author and I really enjoyed it. It was predictable, but binge worthy. I finished this story in two days.

The smut was just right and added to the story. It was hot and heavy in just the right way.

The author is continuing with a sequel involving side characters from this story. It is going to be great as the ground work was being laid in this story for the next couple.

I recommend this story if you are looking for a romance that’s binge worthy, smutty, and has series potential.

I was already a fan of Ana Huang and her twisted series, and knew King of Wrath would be an instant read for me. This book did not disappoint! Ana did an amazing job developing Dante and Vivian as characters. If you love books that have arranged marriage, forced proximity, possessive men and “touch her and die” vibes, this book is for you!! Thank you NetGalley for sending me this ARC!

Solid 3.5 stars

The beginning of this book was slow for me and took me until maybe 40% to really enjoy it.

I didn’t like Vivian or Dante from the start but I’m so glad that changed. I like that Vivian wasn’t just one dimensional and showed who she really was with Dante.

Man! Dante definitely got better and better for me while ready! All the little things he did and said was swoon.

“You’ve been gone less than a week and I already feel like I’ve spent an eternity in hell.”

This was my first Ana Huang book and I can already say that it isn't gonna be my last !!
Dante Russo is the perfect morally grey character, his presences is literally described as if it could "swallowed every molecules of oxygen in the room like a black hole consuming a newborn star".
The star in this story is definitely Violet who was really well consumed 😉.

The banter between the characters was funny, brilliant and witty. I loved it very much.
And each time he called her, "mia cara" , arggg my heart swelled.
The spicy scene was really well-written, I enjoyed every second of it haha.

What I loved most about this book, is how Violet learned to respect herself, to say no, to be herself. It has also a dual point of view, something I adored and the character development was gold.
This story has every trope I love, Ennemies to Lovers, arranged marriage, if you touch her,you die and grumpy vs sunshine !

Briefly, I enjoyed this story a lot and will definitely read the next one with Kai's point of view.

This checked off everything I look for in a book. Was not disappointed. Really enjoyed this book. I will read more from this author. Must read

Well this was a fun book to read! Full of angst, chemistry, and suspense, Ana Huang had me on the edge of my seat with this book!

A marriage of convenience between heiress Vivian and billionaire CEO Dante that turns steamy. Vivian was such a powerful and strong woman and Dante was swoon worthy for sure. There’s something about a man that will grovel let alone a powerful and wealthy man. These two create some chemistry that is to die for. I haven’t read the Twisted series but hear it’s the same universe. Her writing is beautiful and I can’t wait for the sequel. Such a fantastic read!

By FAR one of Ana Huang’s best yet. I enjoyed the Twisted series, but King of Wrath was a step up in both complexity and spice (also so appreciated how much of an anti-hero Dante was in this one). There were moments of tension that felt a little reminiscent of Twisted Lies, but Christian and Dante are very similar, so that’s not too surprising.

If you are looking for a enemies to lovers, smutty, and honestly truly sad (because I loved Vivian’s story) book, then this is for you!

Massive thanks to NetGalley and Bloom books for the ARC in exchange for a review.

𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬:
4/5⭐️
2/5🔥

𝐓𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐬, 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐖/𝐓𝐖:
MF/dual POV/HEA/dark/arranged marriage/med burn/billionaire/blackmail/forced prox/grumpy/sunshine/possessive/

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰:
Book 1 of the Kings of Sin series. Set in the same world as the Twisted Series.

𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
Vivian Lau, luxury event planner and jewelry heiress in Manhattan, is the epitome of perfection… or so it seems from the outside. Vivian struggles with the expectations thrust upon her from her family but still never really asking questions and continues always doing what she’s told. She knew at a young age that she would most likely end up in an arranged marriage as that was common in her family’s lifestyle. What she didn’t expect was it to happen so soon, and to the one man who seems to loathe her before they’ve even said two words to each other… although that doesn’t stop the instant physical attraction.

Dante Russo, billionaire, and CEO, now has to play ‘nice’ with the enemy. Well maybe it’s more just tolerating. He makes an agreement with Vivian’s father, at least until he can work out a plan to get him out of it. In the mean time, Vivian is forced to move into his house, be a regular part of his life, and play the happy couple for the year leading up to the wedding. Dante didn’t quite realize what a fire cracker his betrothed was going to be, and the more time they spend together, the more intrigued he is by her and the more his normally closed off persona starts to open up. Dante really, and I mean REALLY struggles with his communication and his emotions… but also who knew the ruthless Russo had a big heart hiding under there…

This book had me sucked in from the very beginning. The suspense is laid right out in front, but I loved that we didn’t have to wait a ton of time until we were given the ‘reason’ behind the arranged marriage. This does jump in time frame a few weeks at a time quite a bit. The chemistry and tension between these two 😮‍💨 oh boyyy! I loved the backhanded complements and the banter these two were throwing down. Dante’s jealous and possessive side making an apperance was just icing on the cake. The amount of character growth both Vivian and Dante went through was outstanding. And sheesh, does Ana know how to make a man grovel or what… especially on his knees. Dante must have taken some notes from Alex Volkov. I loved the Twisted Series and was happy to be back in this world. I enjoyed the little cameos of Christian Harper too while him and Dante were teasing each other about their respective ladies. Now though, I can’t wait for Kai and Isabella’s book 🤭 I have so many theories!

Dante and Vivian are perfection…they made me happy. Ana Huang always has me hanging on every word she writes

Thank you to Bloom Books and Netgalley for a copy of this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

WOW. I can with full confidence say that I liked this book more than the entire Twisted series. I think it took me less than 24 hours to finish this book, I simply could not put it down.

As is expected from Ana Huang, King of Wrath was filled with tension, twists, turns and things you just did not expect to happen! Oh and I should mention spice... lots of spice and heat!

Dante is just something different... Also, why is there something so swoon worthy about a guy removing or fixing his cufflinks? Is it just me that melts at the mention of cufflinks? No? Didn't think so... (cute hearts in my eyes). But this man... Oh my god... Even though he tries to be indifferent, cold and distant, when he melts.... You melt with him.

Vivian was a badass. She did not give up or give in or let Dante walk all over her - truth that she lets her parents walk all over her, but with Dante's help and some self growth she even stops that. The woman stands up for herself and I absolutely loved that.

This book does not leave you wanting more. It has everything.

Can't wait to add this book to my physical collection and read whatever story comes next!!!

Rating: 4.25/5
Warnings: blackmail, violence, armed robbery, difficult family dynamics
Steam: 3.5/5
Tropes: enemies to lovers, forced proximity, grumpy/sunshine, marriage of convenience, stern brunch daddy

Thank you to NetGalley and Bloom Books for access to this advanced copy in exchange for my honest opinion.

Bravo for my first official Ana Huang book! She has been on my radar for a while, I own her Twisted series but have yet to read it!

Things I loved:
This kind of trope is a definite favorite of mine, so I knew going in it was going to be a hit. Dante and Vivian had great banter and tension created between the two. They were very much opposites who attract….and boy did they attract. Also, some major, you touch her you die vibes. I also appreciate that this book took place over the course of about a year, it made the relationship more realistic.

Things I didn’t care for:
Vivian’s parents were really quite horrible…I know that was the point, but boy did they grate on my nerves.

Bring on book 2!

I love Ana Huang and this book was no different!

Overall I give it 4.5 stars. Dante and Vivian are opposites attract and had such great tension. They are forced into an arranged marriage that neither of them want while Dante blackmails Vivian's father. When the truth comes out, they must decide if what they have is worth fighting for.

What I think Ana does so well is covering large amounts of time in her books that make the relationships feel more realistic. This book takes place over more than a year, which gives them real time to get to know each other and simmer in those feelings. Even when they don't like each other, the timeline gives them space to work through their differences in a way that doesn't feel like it circumvents Vivian's entire character thus far. It doesn't hurt that the book is very steamy!

I'm super excited to read the next book in this series!

This book follows our two main characters Dante and Vivian.
Vivian comes from a new money family, her fathers business took off when she was a child and since then he has done everything he can to ensure their spot in upper class society. Even if it involves an arranged marriage for his two daughters.
Dante comes from old money and has no desire to marry or even seriously date for that matter. But when Vivian's father finds something to blackmail him with he has no choice but to enter an arranged marriage with Vivian.
Personally I loved this book, it may be a bit cliché at parts but that's part of why I read romance novels. There was a lot of "spice" so if you don't like that then I would not recommend this book for you. Vivian and Dante's relationship is in most ways very easy. Once they start getting to know each other its like they can't stop. They get along so well and are almost made for each other. Her father definitely made me mad through the entire book but I know that that was the intention and that his character is not supposed to be liked. I liked the side characters as well and how it gave the readers a backstory on the couples in future books in the series and I can't wait to read book two!!!

the spice and the angst and omg the HEAT! I couldn't get enough I couldn't get enough of it and I deff couldn't put it down. her characters are intoxicating and I honestly love her writing. there is still a plot despite it being mostly smut and I loveeee that!