Hooked: The Never After Series, Book 1 By Emily McIntire

📖 Hooked: The Never After Series, Book 1 by Emily McIntire

Hooked: The Never After Series, Book 1 by Emily McIntire is a dark, addictive, and emotionally intense contemporary romance that reimagines the classic Peter Pan tale in a bold and twisted way. Perfect for fans of morally grey characters, enemies-to-lovers tension, and villain-centric love stories, this bestselling novel delivers a seductive blend of danger, revenge, and forbidden desire.

At the heart of the story is James Barrie—known in the shadows as Hook—a powerful, ruthless man driven by one singular goal: revenge. Haunted by a tragic past and fueled by hatred, James has spent years plotting the downfall of his enemy, Peter Michaels. When fate places Peter’s innocent and sheltered daughter Wendy directly in his path, James sees the perfect opportunity to execute his plan—seduce her, manipulate her, and use her as a weapon. But what begins as a calculated scheme quickly spirals into something far more dangerous.

Wendy Michaels has lived a controlled and isolated life under the strict rule of her wealthy, emotionally distant father. Craving freedom and connection, one impulsive night changes everything when she meets the enigmatic and irresistibly dark James. Drawn to his intensity and mystery, Wendy finds herself entangled in a passionate and consuming relationship that blurs the lines between love and obsession. As secrets unravel and truths come to light, she must confront a terrifying question: is she falling for the man James… or the monster known as Hook?

Set in a gritty, modern world of crime, betrayal, and hidden agendas, Hooked masterfully flips the traditional narrative, giving the villain his own story—and his own chance at a happily ever after. This is not a fantasy retelling, but a contemporary dark romance that explores themes of power, trauma, morality, and redemption through deeply flawed yet captivating characters.

With its slow-burning chemistry, intense emotional depth, and suspenseful storyline, Hooked is a must-read for fans of dark romance books, spicy love stories, and modern fairytale retellings. It is the first installment in the internationally popular Never After Series, where villains take center stage and rewrite their destinies.

⚠️ Note: This book contains mature themes and is intended for adult readers.