Kade and Hunter Caruthers.
Brothers. Twins.
My cousins.
In a way, they’re my family. Protective. Indulgent. My best friends. But there was something else there, too. That ever-present whisper that reminded me more as I got older that we didn’t actually share any blood.
They used to be inseparable. We all were, but not anymore. I don’t know why Hunter left or why he joined a rival team in Weston—that Rebel town across the river—to stand on the opposite side of the field from his brother, but Kade is out for blood now and Hunter has finally decided to engage.
Rivalry Week.
Parades. Parties. Pranks.
And the Prisoner Exchange.
Weston will send a hostage to our school, and they’re taking me. I’m Hunter’s for two weeks. In a dilapidated brownstone on a nearly abandoned street with almost no supervision.
Ten days in an enemy school. Fourteen nights in a town full of bullies with no curfews and no rules.
And Hunter has no intention of protecting his little cousin anymore.
The Pirates will come for me. How can they not? A Pirate never sits out on the fun.
But I never needed protection or rescue, because a Pirate never runs, either.
The series
In the Hellbent series, Penelope Douglas takes readers on a dark, intoxicating journey into a world where passion and danger collide. With her signature style of weaving raw emotions, complicated relationships, and irresistible tension, this series explores the complexities of love, power, and the very thin line between redemption and destruction.
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At the heart of Hellbent is a cast of characters who are anything but ordinary—each one navigating their own tumultuous journey filled with secrets, desires, and the constant pull of temptation. These characters are deeply flawed yet completely compelling, each struggling with their own demons while grappling with relationships that challenge their notions of trust, loyalty, and self-worth. In true Penelope Douglas fashion, every twist and turn feels unpredictable, keeping readers on the edge of their seats, craving what comes next.
The world-building in Hellbent is both thrilling and immersive, where every dark alley and hidden corner holds the potential for new secrets to be uncovered. The series paints a vivid backdrop of intense emotions, dangerous games, and high stakes, all while maintaining the emotional depth and complex character dynamics that readers have come to expect. Themes of loyalty, vengeance, and the complicated nature of attraction permeate every page, drawing readers into a world where love and power are forever intertwined.
For those who crave stories that don’t shy away from the raw and the real, Hellbent offers a rollercoaster of emotions—an exhilarating ride through a world of danger, darkness, and undeniable chemistry. Penelope Douglas delivers once again with a series that will leave you questioning what you're willing to risk for love, and how far you’re willing to go to protect those you care about.
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