Punished by the Vampire King

Pleasantly surprised by this read from a “new to me” author. The title did not lie - there was punishment and things got dark, but I thoroughly enjoyed the ride. Heavy on cnc/sa - so if that is not for you, think twice. I am trigger free and thoroughly enjoyed - so much so I ate this book up in one day Not quite a HEA, but I’m ok with that.

Punished by the Vampire King by Darcy Fayton was a dark, spicy, twisted and quite amazing.
This intriguing M/M vampire love story was so good. I couldn’t stop reading once I started.

I have read a few books by this author now and she is becoming one to watch for me - I have enjoyed all the books read so far

I really enjoyed this story, it was a great dark romance that I found to be a page turner.

The book is set amongst royalty and vampires and there are some great characters.

I thought that the book was well written, it was brutal, romantic and sexy.

It is 4 stars from me for this one - highly recommended!

This is the first time I've read a book with CNC. Since looking up online at people's reasons for liking such themes (for curiosity, so I can understand further), I now totally get it! I actually downloaded this book without reading the TWs properly... oops. But I'm so thankful you accepted my request so I could read this wonderfully heart wrenching book.

My gosh, what a rollercoaster of emotions! I have so much empathy for the main characters, and others. Especially the Vampire King, Henrikk, despite how evil he portrays himself to be. And of course, Asher. The toxic dance and games the Vampire King plays, are completely despicable and Asher has EVERY right to abandon his loyalty to Henrikk, but he doesn't ever want to give up on him, because he knows a kindhearted side to him is still there. Henrikk puts Asher through physical and psychological torture, to make him loathe him. Because why wouldn't he? This is a heartbreaking story of two broken men who want to openly love each other but that scares Henrikk to death, and Asher is struggling to get to that side of him. I thoroughly, thoroughly enjoyed this book, seeing how the main character's inner struggles are complicated and twisted. What a story... that eventually becomes a love story. I'll be reading more of this author's books! I am excited to learn more within the universe, and even more of Henrikk.

Thank you for accepting my request to read this book, I really appreciate it a lot! It has introduced me to the author's work and I am excited to read more!

*Punished by the Vampire King* by Darcy Fayton is an enthralling dark vampire romance that plunges readers into a world of power struggles, court intrigue, and intense emotions. The novel masterfully explores the complexities of love, betrayal, and redemption, all set within the confines of a royal castle where nothing is as it seems.

General Asher and Vampire King Henrikk's relationship is at the heart of the story, and it is anything but straightforward. Their initial dynamic is toxic and fraught with tension, but this sets the stage for a gripping exploration of how love can emerge from the most unexpected places. The power struggle between them keeps the plot moving at a brisk pace, and the emotional rollercoaster they experience is both intense and addictive.

Fayton doesn't shy away from the darker aspects of their relationship, making this book a perfect fit for readers who enjoy a bit of edge in their romance. The scenes of punishment are raw and impactful, underscoring the deep-seated emotions both characters are grappling with. However, as the story progresses, the development of their relationship becomes more nuanced, revealing layers of affection and longing that have been buried beneath their roles as king and general.

While the novel delivers on its promise of being dark, spicy, and fast-paced, it does require readers to be comfortable with themes of power imbalance and toxicity, especially in the beginning. This may not be for everyone, but those who enjoy a story that pushes boundaries will find themselves captivated by the world Fayton has created.

Overall, *Punished by the Vampire King* is a compelling read that offers a unique take on the vampire romance genre. It's a story that lingers with you long after the final page, leaving you eager to explore more of the world Fayton has crafted. A solid 4-star read for fans of dark, emotional romances.

If you like your books spicy, like super spicy, this dark vampire romance just might be the book for you. Please be sure to read the author notes/content warnings at the beginning of the story to determine if this book is a good fit for you because there is a lot going on within these pages.

If you love vampires, newly conquered kingdoms, and MM sex… check this one out.

I enjoyed this book, it was a big change of pace from my usual reading, but sometimes that is a good thing.

This is the villain origin story which leads in to the other books written by the author, but this can be written independently.

Henrikk is a lot to take in, and the last part of the book is surprising in ways. I still question Asher’s loyalty to Henrikk, even after finishing the book. Still, I’m glad I got to experience this one.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher/author for this copy of the book.

You know, when I went in to this book, I wasn’t expecting it to break my heart so much. I legitimately got stingy eyed at multiple points.
This book was dark, traumatic, shocking, and still so so sexy. This is a story of love and all of its horrors

Random notes from my read: CAN BE CONSIDERED SPOILERY⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️


* Man, I’m glad we’re getting Henrikk’s POV. His internal struggle is heartbreaking and sad
* Omg, the copy is cracking me up
Many thanks to Netgalley for providing me with an ARC and allowing me to provide my honest review
* Oh, how embarrassing for the dragon. Oh well
* Man, I feel bad for the henrikk left behind, but happy for the other an asher


Many thanks to Netgalley for providing me with an ARC and allowing me to provide my honest review