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Corrupt
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Book Brief
516
Novel • Fiction
Contemporary
2015
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
YA
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Corrupt by Penelope Douglas is a suspenseful romance novel where a young woman named Erika faces intense and dark challenges as secrets from her past resurface. The plot weaves themes of betrayal, attraction, and vengeance, creating a gripping narrative that navigates complex interpersonal dynamics.
Dark
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Emotional
Romantic
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Penelope Douglas' Corrupt captivates with its dark, steamy romance and intricate plot. Readers praise its compelling characters and suspenseful twists. Some, however, find the intensity of the dark themes unsettling and the narrative pacing uneven. Despite this, the book's gripping narrative and meticulous character development keep fans engaged.
Who Should Read Corrupt?
Readers who enjoy dark, intense, and suspenseful romance with an edge are the ideal audience for Penelope Douglas' Corrupt. Similar to fans of Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James and Pretty Reckless by L.J. Shen, these readers appreciate complex characters, dramatic tension, and steamy, provocative plots.
Michael Crist
Michael Crist
The pseudo-antagonist and main love interest, a wealthy professional basketball player with a complex relationship to his family's business.
Kai Mori
Kai Mori
Michael's best friend and confidant, recently released from prison, grappling with personal struggles and vulnerability.
Damon Torrance
Damon Torrance
Michael's close friend with a violent and toxic nature, struggling with belonging and personal demons.
Will Grayson III
Will Grayson III
A quieter member of the group with unrequited love, connected to a prominent political family, recovering from a troubled past.
Alex Palmer
Alex Palmer
Rika’s best friend and foil, a fiercely independent woman with a successful career as a sex worker.
Trevor Crist
Trevor Crist
Michael's younger brother, Rika’s ex-boyfriend, and antagonist known for his duplicity and possessiveness.
516
Novel • Fiction
Contemporary
2015
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
YA
18+ years
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