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Review: Not for Everyone!! - This is the first book in the Devil’s Night series by Penelope Douglas. Each book focuses on a different man from the main group of friends. The story takes place in the same world as stand alone Punk 57 (whose main character is cousins with a character from the Devil’s Night series). You could read this as a stand alone too because there is no cliffhanger. This is the second Penelope Douglas book I’ve read and it will definitely not be my last. I decided to pick this one up because I realized how much I enjoyed Punk 57 and her writing style, plus the reviews for this book were all along the lines of “wtf” and “what the what did I just read?!” and another person was just like go in with no expectations and enjoy the ride. And what a freaking ride it was, that’s the best way to describe it. My head is still reeling, I had the most bizarre dreams after finishing it, and I’m pretty sure my senses are fried. I also tweeted this sentiment at the author and she responded with an evil Grinch gif saying it was all according to plan, so yeah. This is a new adult erotic contemporary romantic suspense book and I can honestly say I have never read anything like it. I can’t say that means that there is nothing out there like it, but for me this was really new. It’s dark, uncomfortable, twisted, creepy, exciting, intense, thrilling, and still very sexy. This wasn’t a romance story that’s just set within a suspense plot, the romance itself was suspenseful and nerve wracking. This is one where I feel like trigger warnings are important but really the whole thing could be triggering so I don’t even know how piece it apart. Consent is on the shakiest ground here and there are multiple nonconsensual interactions where the main character is clearly saying no and being harassed or attacked and an almost rape scene situation. Pretty much all of this behavior is meant to add to the scary suspense of the story and it definitely works, making you question just how far these characters are going to go and if you can handle it. The plot is very imaginative. Michael and his three friends are called the Four Horsemen and have a reputation for going around on Devil’s Night, the night before Halloween, to pull some pretty serious “pranks” while wearing these super creepy masks and one year they come back after they’ve graduated and end up bringing high schooler Rika along with them. The POV switches between Rika and Michael and the story jumps between that night out in the past and the present time where Rika is in college in a new city and begins running into Michael again as well as the three other Horsemen who were just released from prison after three years and they’re all acting like sinister jerks. The boys blame Rika for getting locked up and now they are after this really elaborate and scary revenge against her. But she has no idea until it’s too late. I really loved every single character in this book. They were dark, tormented, and absolutely thrilling (sorry not sorry for the overuse of those adjectives!). I would be terrified and but still really excited to hang out with these people and I would also never be able to hang out with them because I am not that hardcore. The settings are purposefully creepy and luxurious and completely fit the tone and mood of the story. The theme was about owning who you are, not being sorry for or hiding your true self, and finding strength (and sexiness!) in fear. I want to tell you a bazillion more things about this book because it was so nuts but honestly, going in somewhat blind really makes the ride so much more wild and worth it. But probably based what I’ve already said you can tell, this is not for everyone!! It had a HEA but it is a messed up story meant to push your limits – I’d be getting restraining orders and therapy after this if it happened to me, but again, what a ride. Also if you’re not into sex scenes in public places and mfm threesomes, steer clear! This was definitely a book that is so wrong that it also feels so right in the “omg I can’t believe I’m such a dirty bad girl being so into this” kind of way. I read this in one sitting and every time my husband tried to interrupt me I about ripped his head off haha! I cannot praise Douglas’s writing enough. She is truly skilled, making you feel exactly what she wants you to. Despite how truly bonkers this story was her writing held it up without being laughable or cheesy. Recommend for fans of erotic romantic suspense and scary hot alpha dudes in masks.
Review: Corrupt by Penelope Douglas — ★★★★½ - Penelope Douglas delivers a dark, intoxicating, and unforgettable ride in Corrupt, the first book of the Devil’s Night series. This story masterfully blends danger, desire, and psychological tension, creating a reading experience that’s as addictive as it is unsettling. The plot unfolds with a slow burn that keeps you teetering between curiosity and obsession. The alternating timelines and dual perspectives pull you deeper into the twisted relationship between Erika and Michael—two characters whose chemistry practically crackles off the page. Their back-and-forth banter is sharp, charged, and often laced with a tension that’s both emotional and electric. You’ll find yourself caught between rooting for them and questioning everything at once. Douglas doesn’t shy away from the darker themes—revenge, control, and redemption all swirl together in a story that challenges comfort zones. Yet, despite its intensity, the pacing and the simmering buildup make it impossible to put down. If you love dark romance with a complex dynamic and an addictive slow burn, Corrupt will hook you from the first chapter and refuse to let go. It’s thrilling, provocative, and beautifully written—a near-perfect blend of danger and desire. Final Verdict: ★★★★½ — A dark, seductive, and unforgettable read that lingers long after the last page.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #9,510 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #48 in New Adult & College Romance (Books) #231 in Coming of Age Fiction (Books) #2,250 in Contemporary Romance (Books) |
| Book 1 of 4  | Devil's Night |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (95,086) |
| Dimensions  | 5.14 x 1.01 x 7.96 inches |
| ISBN-10  | 0593642007 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0593642009 |
| Item Weight  | 6.4 ounces |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 496 pages |
| Publication date  | November 7, 2023 |
| Publisher  | Berkley |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not for Everyone!!
*by E***A on June 13, 2018*

This is the first book in the Devil’s Night series by Penelope Douglas. Each book focuses on a different man from the main group of friends. The story takes place in the same world as stand alone Punk 57 (whose main character is cousins with a character from the Devil’s Night series). You could read this as a stand alone too because there is no cliffhanger. This is the second Penelope Douglas book I’ve read and it will definitely not be my last. I decided to pick this one up because I realized how much I enjoyed Punk 57 and her writing style, plus the reviews for this book were all along the lines of “wtf” and “what the what did I just read?!” and another person was just like go in with no expectations and enjoy the ride. And what a freaking ride it was, that’s the best way to describe it. My head is still reeling, I had the most bizarre dreams after finishing it, and I’m pretty sure my senses are fried. I also tweeted this sentiment at the author and she responded with an evil Grinch gif saying it was all according to plan, so yeah. This is a new adult erotic contemporary romantic suspense book and I can honestly say I have never read anything like it. I can’t say that means that there is nothing out there like it, but for me this was really new. It’s dark, uncomfortable, twisted, creepy, exciting, intense, thrilling, and still very sexy. This wasn’t a romance story that’s just set within a suspense plot, the romance itself was suspenseful and nerve wracking. This is one where I feel like trigger warnings are important but really the whole thing could be triggering so I don’t even know how piece it apart. Consent is on the shakiest ground here and there are multiple nonconsensual interactions where the main character is clearly saying no and being harassed or attacked and an almost rape scene situation. Pretty much all of this behavior is meant to add to the scary suspense of the story and it definitely works, making you question just how far these characters are going to go and if you can handle it. The plot is very imaginative. Michael and his three friends are called the Four Horsemen and have a reputation for going around on Devil’s Night, the night before Halloween, to pull some pretty serious “pranks” while wearing these super creepy masks and one year they come back after they’ve graduated and end up bringing high schooler Rika along with them. The POV switches between Rika and Michael and the story jumps between that night out in the past and the present time where Rika is in college in a new city and begins running into Michael again as well as the three other Horsemen who were just released from prison after three years and they’re all acting like sinister jerks. The boys blame Rika for getting locked up and now they are after this really elaborate and scary revenge against her. But she has no idea until it’s too late. I really loved every single character in this book. They were dark, tormented, and absolutely thrilling (sorry not sorry for the overuse of those adjectives!). I would be terrified and but still really excited to hang out with these people and I would also never be able to hang out with them because I am not that hardcore. The settings are purposefully creepy and luxurious and completely fit the tone and mood of the story. The theme was about owning who you are, not being sorry for or hiding your true self, and finding strength (and sexiness!) in fear. I want to tell you a bazillion more things about this book because it was so nuts but honestly, going in somewhat blind really makes the ride so much more wild and worth it. But probably based what I’ve already said you can tell, this is not for everyone!! It had a HEA but it is a messed up story meant to push your limits – I’d be getting restraining orders and therapy after this if it happened to me, but again, what a ride. Also if you’re not into sex scenes in public places and mfm threesomes, steer clear! This was definitely a book that is so wrong that it also feels so right in the “omg I can’t believe I’m such a dirty bad girl being so into this” kind of way. I read this in one sitting and every time my husband tried to interrupt me I about ripped his head off haha! I cannot praise Douglas’s writing enough. She is truly skilled, making you feel exactly what she wants you to. Despite how truly bonkers this story was her writing held it up without being laughable or cheesy. Recommend for fans of erotic romantic suspense and scary hot alpha dudes in masks.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Corrupt by Penelope Douglas — ★★★★½
*by N***O on November 6, 2025*

Penelope Douglas delivers a dark, intoxicating, and unforgettable ride in Corrupt, the first book of the Devil’s Night series. This story masterfully blends danger, desire, and psychological tension, creating a reading experience that’s as addictive as it is unsettling. The plot unfolds with a slow burn that keeps you teetering between curiosity and obsession. The alternating timelines and dual perspectives pull you deeper into the twisted relationship between Erika and Michael—two characters whose chemistry practically crackles off the page. Their back-and-forth banter is sharp, charged, and often laced with a tension that’s both emotional and electric. You’ll find yourself caught between rooting for them and questioning everything at once. Douglas doesn’t shy away from the darker themes—revenge, control, and redemption all swirl together in a story that challenges comfort zones. Yet, despite its intensity, the pacing and the simmering buildup make it impossible to put down. If you love dark romance with a complex dynamic and an addictive slow burn, Corrupt will hook you from the first chapter and refuse to let go. It’s thrilling, provocative, and beautifully written—a near-perfect blend of danger and desire. Final Verdict: ★★★★½ — A dark, seductive, and unforgettable read that lingers long after the last page.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hot dark romance, new adult (college and a little older) with flashbacks to teenage years
*by V***W on March 5, 2021*

Three years ago, Erika “Rika”, did something bad and sent Michael’s three best friends to jail. Now they are out, and the four men want payback. Rika has left the safety of her relationship with Michael’s younger brother and their small town and transferred to a new college in the city where Michael lives. This puts her exactly where the four men want her, in their grasp. We don’t find out what happened until well into the book. I enjoyed the way it was given to us in flashback chapters along the way. In the beginning, I was chaffing at not knowing. What can I say? I’m a wait and binge watch girl. But at the end, I can say the book was much better for not front-loading this information at the start. Penelope Douglas is an excellent writer, keeping me up way too late because I can’t stop reading and must find out what happened. The story and pacing kept me gripped the entire way through. There was much drama and some welcome humor to relieve the tension. The characters are complex, believable, and I liked them even when they didn’t like themselves. They are all flawed, but this is what makes them great. I loved how strong Rika is. I was thrilled that she saved herself several times, not needing a man to do it for her, or at least she did a lot of damage before help arrived. The sex scenes were hot and very well written. Their little kinks made things more interesting. There was nothing repetitive or boring here. I do have a couple of complaints. 1. The guys are all promiscuous. They don’t make women pay or feel shameful, so at least they aren’t manwhores. Thankfully, we don’t have to read any sex scenes with other women. 2. I don’t want to give too much away, so I’ll just say a major apology is missing. Someone should have had to grovel and didn’t do so at all. I must caution some readers. This is a dark romance. It does not contain actual rape, but rape is threatened several times by different characters. There is sexual molestation and harassment, including unwanted touching and kissing, again by different characters. Anyone with these types of triggers should stay away. This is a sexually graphic novel. It contains many sex scenes. There is one menage scene. It felt right for the story, not gratuitous, dirty, or shameful. I actually thought it was the hottest sex scene in the book. I give this five stars because I would read it again. I’m definitely reading the rest of the series. Now for the grammar: 1st person past tense with chapters from both Ericka and Michael. “Grinded” and “thrusted” are not a words. The past tense of grind is ground. It’s thrust in the present and past. 12 other errors: spelling, quotation marks, and italics problems. Two minor problems with continuity. Favorite Quotes: Rika speaking to her mom: “We could re-watch Thor again. I know you like his hammer.” “I’ll see what Noah’s up to tonight, but if I need bail money or I come home pregnant, you only have yourself to blame.” Michael: Rika was a lot like I was a few years ago. Confused, caged, and corruptible. The most valuable lesson anyone learns in life should be learned as early as possible. That you don’t have to live in the reality someone else had invented. You don’t have to do anything you don’t want to do. Ever. Redefine normal. None of us know the full measure of our power until we start pushing our boundaries and pressing our luck, and the more we do, the less we care what others think. The freedom feels too good. Rika: There was no one to help me. There was no one to help me but me. You’re not a victim, his words came back, and I’m not your savior. I turned around, looking back at the house and seeing the lights inside slowly come on. They were in there. And once… I was one of them. Once, I ran with them, kept up with them, and stood next to them. I wasn’t their victim, and I had their attention. I’d learned how to fight. This was on me, and while I wouldn’t make it easy for them, I wouldn’t run. I would never run. I was built for this. Michael: “…I respectfully request that, when you come home, you do me before your homework…”

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