Title: Venomous
Author: Penelope Fletcher
First published December 24, 2014
592 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 3.89
Overview
In a galaxy far away, Lumen is taken from her home planet and thrust into slavery on an alien planet. Shackled and stripped of her clothes, she is forced to be on display for the pleasure of the alien horde.
Venomous One, a once proud warrior, is now enslaved and has given up on the idea of finding a life mate. But when he sees Lumen, he knows that he must have her.
Winning her in battle, he vows to protect and provide for her, even if she is human and considered ugly by his people. As they navigate through space pirates, an alien government, and a deadly threat from within their own kind, Venomous and Lumen must fight for their love and survival.
Will they make it out alive or will they fall victim to the dangers that lie ahead? Find out in the thrilling novel, Venomous by Penelope Fletcher.
About the Author
Meet Penelope Jade Fletcher, a talented British author known for her captivating genre romance novels. With several international digital bestsellers under her belt, she made a splash in the literary scene when her third book reached the Amazon Kindle UK Top 100 chart in early 2011, followed by her fifth book making it to the Barnes & Noble Nook Top 100 chart later that same year.
Penelope made her debut at the age of twenty-two with her young adult fantasy novel Glamour. While supernatural elements are her signature style, she has also written a historical western and is currently working on a regency romance.
Independent sales of her eBooks have exceeded 100,000, a testament to her writing prowess. When she’s not busy crafting stories, Penelope enjoys curling up with a good book, making reading her favorite pastime, with writing coming in at a close second.
Editoral Review
Venomous by Penelope Fletcher is a dark and thrilling addition to the paranormal romance genre. Fletcher is an established author with several popular series under her belt, and this standalone novel showcases her talent for crafting complex characters and intricately woven plots.
The story takes place in a world where vampires and werewolves are at war, with a human population caught in the middle. Our protagonist, Amalia, is a human who has spent her life trying to avoid the supernatural conflict.
But when she meets the enigmatic vampire, Cain, her world is turned upside down. Fletcher’s writing is evocative and atmospheric, immersing the reader in a world where danger lurks around every corner.
She excels at creating tension and suspense, and the chemistry between Amalia and Cain crackles with energy. One of the strengths of the book is the way Fletcher explores the complex morality of her characters.
Cain is a tortured hero, struggling with his own demons and trying to do what he believes is right, even when it means going against his own kind. Amalia, meanwhile, is forced to confront her own prejudices and assumptions about the supernatural world.
However, the book is not without its flaws. At times, the pacing can feel slow, and some of the plot points are predictable.
Additionally, some readers may find the graphic violence and sexual content too intense. Overall, Venomous is a compelling read that will appeal to fans of paranormal romance, particularly those who enjoy darker themes and complex characters.
It may not be for everyone, but for those who can handle the intensity, it is a rewarding and satisfying experience. Rating: 4/5
