Dreaming of Darkness
Dreaming of Darkness - A paranormal why-choose romance novel, and Book 2 in the Monsters in the Darkness series.
In the wake of a brutal assault, Addison and her gang of Misfits are left trying to pick up the pieces of their old selves.
Deciding that a change would do them all some good, they move across the country for a fresh start at a peaceful existence. However, it seems that nothing can completely rid them of the ghosts they thought they left behind. Addison doesn't know how to keep her men together, not when they all seem to be fraying at the edges. One struggles to find purpose, sinking deeper into despair as the scars from the attack begin to fester and another pulls away, despite Addison's attempts to keep them close. Strange behaviours abound. All the while, Piper is unravelling faster than they can piece him back together.
When the past refuses to die, and the future is shrouded in darkness, Addison and her men will be forced to face a set of daunting new challenges in the present.
Is the Black Widow's bite strong enough to keep them together, or will whatever is lurking in the darkness succeed in tearing them apart?
Trigger Warnings / Content Warnings
Mentions of Suicide Attempts
Suicidal Ideation
Cigarettes
Vomiting
Knife Play
Nipple Piercing
Anal
Biting
Birth Control Tampering (Accidental)
Accidental Pregnancy
PTSD Nightmares
Trauma
Kidnapping
Blood
Torture
Amputation
Fire/burns
Mentions of Exorcism
Graphic Violence
Dismemberment
"Dreaming of Darkness picks up right where book 1 left off so reading it is definitely a must. Moving to a new town to try and start over isn’t as easy as it seems for the gang of misfits, but they try their best to make it work. Unfortunately, trouble always seems to find them. There were definitely moments where I couldn’t put it down cause I was so anxious and needed to know what was going to happen next. I think it’s safe to say that I forgot just how much I had enjoyed these characters and their unique personalities. I’m so happy that after everything they had to endure they finally got their happy ending as a family. I can’t wait to see what Bella writes next!"
- Nina (Goodreads)
What Readers are saying about Dreaming of Darkness
"This sequel was so good! I swear I fell in love with Cain even more than at the end of the first book. Addy was even more badass and her connection with the boys was something. I really enjoyed how she could sense what was happening with the boys and how loving and nurturing she was. We’ve had a surprise pregnancy in the book and it made me laugh how the boys fussed about everything. Well except for one of them that was full of joy when he found out! The writing was, yet again, really enjoyable and you aren’t able to stop reading unless you absolutely have to. Such an amazing story and a great idea!"
- Annie_BookEditor (Goodreads)
"An unparalleled delight!
I loved Black Widow’s Bite (MITD #1) so much that I have read it thrice. So when I say that I enjoyed the second installment even more than the first? That’s no small feat!
I am honored to have been entrusted with an ARC copy of one of my favorite series.
Returning to the world of Addison and her misfit boys, Bella Reves starts this book off strong. Big changes are in the cards for our gang, and they lean on each other through the lingering haze of recent trauma.
The pacing is steady, the tension heady; there may or may not be moisture in my panties already...
I digress, expect a binge-worthy journey filled with breathtaking character development (looking at you, Cain), intriguing mysteries, shocking twists, and no small amount of INCREDIBLE spice. The M/M scenes in particular were nothing short of sublime.
Particular standouts in this volume were Austin (as always), whose creepy possessiveness is as hot as it is endearing. He remains my favorite misfit.
Cain surprised me and has risen to become my second fave, whereas he was my least fave in #1. His personality shines through, and we get more of a peak into what makes him tick (hoping he gets involved with some of the m/m stuff in any future installments... if only to watch?! But he seems to only have eyes for Addie.)
I enjoyed the snakes and their role in everything as well.
Piper’s storyline was fascinating and I’m so happy he seems to have found balance within himself.
The series COULD end here, but I’d be so sad if it did.... here’s hoping there’s more of these misfits coming in the future!
I can’t get enough, and can’t wait to see what Bella does next."
- K.C. Phillips (Goodreads)