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Hunt the Wood: An MM Red Riding Hood Retelling (Beautiful Nightmares Book 1)

Anna Fury
4.3 / 5.0
Published: 2023

Description

The woods are no place for the faint of heart, but Silas has never been one to shy away from danger. Tasked with delivering a vital package through the treacherous, shadow-drenched forest, he expects to encounter the usual folklore horrors. Instead, he finds himself ensnared in a game of desire and mystery with a man who is far more than the beast Silas anticipated. Forget everything you think you know about the predator waiting in the trees. This is not a simple tale of wolves and grandmothers, but a high-stakes dance between two men caught in a web of ancient magic and undeniable chemistry. As the lines between hunter and prey blur, Silas must decide if the stranger offering him protection is his greatest salvation or his ultimate undoing. Brimming with atmospheric tension and sharp, captivating prose, this reimagining breathes new life into a classic fable. It is a steamy, pulse-pounding journey where the darkness feels less like a threat and more like an invitation. If you crave a romance that balances intense, spicy encounters with a rich, magical world, look no further. This is the dark, seductive fairy tale you have been waiting to unravel.

Customer Reviews

Top 3 from Amazon
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Luciferian Reficul Satanas Morningstar
September 7, 2023
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Very interesting take indeed

I was actually very surprised at the main love interest, I went into this thinking he would be some kind of werewolf. I was pleasantly surprised when ended up being uniquely different but also very familiar, the story unfolds decently for a war torn and veil torn dystopian world. It was functional and believable, a very unique take on magic and magical beings mixed into the mundane world. The witches power was interesting as well, considering how he didn’t have much power to begin with. Watching it evolve towards the end was nice. I’m also a huge fan of mating bites and blood related bonding rituals, that tickled my fancy. As a psychopath, I also like when characters are written in books as psychopathic as well, even if the actions of said character are a tad stereotypical. I like feeling represented in books, gives me hope that one day, I could be my version of “loved” by my life partner. The violence in this book was pretty tasty, and I liked how the characters weren’t scared to exact revenge or do what needed to be done. That being said, the build up for the climactic confrontation with Ryders grandmother was a let down. I expected more from an alleged powerful witch, she hardly fought back at all and it was over way too quickly for my liking. Overall I liked this book and would recommend it, it would’ve been nice if it was longer though
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David Kaun
March 29, 2026
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pretty good

Android reading the book plan Good plot, character building and resolution Looking forward to reading the rest of the series.
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Rockin McIncubus
February 8, 2024
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Spicy

This was a fun & sexy m/m read. A spicy retelling of Red Riding Hood with plenty of action & steamy sex. The characters are interesting...the story pulls you in...& its an adventure that will leave you smiling. Enjoy this kinky version of the old tale !!!