Eleanor 's Reviews > Grimstone

3.5 Eerie ✨'s

Grimstone is a gloomy romance following Remi, as she moves into the rundown Victorian home her uncle left her in order to renovate and sell it with her brother. New to the town and people, Remi is met with open arms, except for the town's own Doctor Death and her neighbor, Dane. After learning the road leading up to her home belongs to him, they strike a deal to allow her passage. Despite their obvious hostility and chemistry, as the two get to know each other and secrets are revealed, Remi learns that the town and people around her may not be as black and white as she once thought.

This was a rather glum and mysterious read! I loved the small-town vibes and how the backdrop of the coastal town fit with the story and plot. Remi and Dane were so enraptured by each other, and the insta lust definitely fueled the romance and kinky times. I will say some of the side characters were rather abrasive and annoying, but, I think that contrasted well with the air surrounding Remi and Dane. While the mystery of the story was easy to solve, it absolutely kept me going and on the edge of my seat to see how it would end. I think this captivating gothic romance would be a great Halloween/Fall time book, for anyone craving a little dark, enthralling, and tension-filled read.

~Many thanks to Hambright PR and Sophie Lark for an ARC of this book in return for an honest review.