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Retribution (Hell Night Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Alex Grayson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

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Trouble and his brothers escaped from Malus, Texas as kids. In the dead of night, they left behind a hell so hideous, it made national news.

Years later, they returned to make the place that was once their living nightmare, a safe place for those who have suffered just as they have.

When Remi comes to town, pregnant and in desperate need of help, as the town's only doctor, Trouble reluctantly offers his services. Little did he know the strong attraction he would feel for the woman. He fights it, tries to push it to the side, but it only grows stronger, nearly consuming him.

Love is not something Trouble can afford to feel. Not when he still has vengeance in his blood and the need to punish those of his past. Not when he knows Remi would never be able to see past the merciless actions he must carry out.

Remi has no time for love either, no matter how much her heart yearns for Trouble. Not when danger is knocking on her door, demanding something she'll never be able to give.

Will the darkness in their pasts devour them, or will they find the beauty that's just out of reach? In a town like Malus, anything is possible...

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Please note: This title was previously published as Trouble in Hell. Only the cover and title were changed. The story is the same.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07GXFTFR9
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Twisted Fiction Publishing LLC; 2 edition (18 October 2018)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 1446 KB
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 310 pages

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Alex Grayson is a USA Today bestselling author of heart pounding, emotionally gripping contemporary romances including the Jaded Series, the Consumed Series, the Hell Night Series, and multiple standalone novels. Her passion for books was reignited by a gift from her sister-in-law. After spending several years as a devoted reader and blogger, Alex decided to write and independently publish her first novel in 2014 (an endeavor that took a little longer than expected). The rest, as they say, is history.

Originally a southern girl, Alex now lives in Ohio with her husband, daughter, three cats and one dog. She loves the color blue, homemade lasagna, casually browsing real estate, and interacting with her readers. Visit her website, www.alexgraysonbooks.com, or find her on social media!

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Lifeofcarey

Just wow

Reviewed in Australia on 15 February 2023

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If you like dark books, then this one is pitch black. Retribution is the perfect name.
A few times I had my heart in my stomach but it was so worth it in the end. Looking forward to reading the rest of the series

Reviewed in Australia on 22 January 2019

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If you like your romances dark, your heroes tortured and your stories twisted then this one's for you. Not an easy read, had to skip some parts but stilled enjoyed the book.

Reviewed in Australia on 18 January 2019

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Remi what a strong beautiful woman, Trouble for someone so traumatised he loved with everything he had and Mae heartbreaking what she went through and the secrets she kept. This story is about vial human beings or animals suits them best and the trauma they inflicted on kids in their town, it's also about love, even though you are given insite to what these boys and girls went through and it's hard to read and heart breaking, I just kept reading and hoped for KARMA.

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Globox

Dark Read Hooking You In From The Beginning!

Reviewed in Australia on 2 July 2019

Once I started this book it was hard to put down when Alex hooks you in right from the start. It's a dark read that may not be for everyone with what happened to the children in the town now renamed Malus. "Four brothers" Trouble, Judge, JW, and Emo all share a special bond and are out to seek revenge by those who did them wrong as children. Trouble is the town doctor and called in to help out Remi who is nearing the end of her pregnancy who while on the run breaks down in the town of Malus. She soon finds out the people in the town of Malud don't trust strangers as she is stuck in the town for a few days while her car gets repaired. Of course, nothing goes according to plan as you will discover when reading this story. I received (thank you) a copy to do an honest review for Naughty Nightie Book Blog. This is a very dark story (series) which is both graphic and romantic and you certainly feel for everything they went through in this town when you discover what each one went through as a child. This may not the book for you if you experience triggers as Alex does go into great details of events in the past and as they happen.

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Caroline - Kindle & Koffee Book Blog

Gritty & Captivating

Reviewed in Australia on 18 October 2018

If you have emotional triggers or limits then this book is not for you so turn away now. If you love a dark, twisted and gritty story then jump right into Hell.
This author loves to play with our emotions and believe me, by the time you reach the end of this book, if you make it that far, you would have gone through the wheel of emotion time and time again.
Anger, disgust, repulsion and extreme heartbreak are just a few things you'll feel as you hear 'Trouble' tell his story of what he and his 3 'brothers' went through as children but it will also give you clarity and understanding of why the do what they do now as adults.

Trouble doesn't have room for anything more in his life than his work and seeking revenge and destruction of those who wronged him in the past. That's why when Remi finds herself stranded in Malus she throws his well ordered life into disarray. Love was something he never saw happening for him, but very slowly she starts getting under his skin.

Remi is running with a belly full of her own secrets so when she finds herself on bed rest in a tiny Texas town the last thing she expects to find is herself falling for the dark and dangerous town Doctor.

This dual POV tale will suck you in from the very beginning and hold you hostage while you wrap your head around these great characters, the secrets they hold and the love that binds them together.

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Terri T.

5 fabulous dark and twisted stars !!!

Reviewed in Australia on 20 November 2018

What an absolutely amazing book this was. I love dark reads and this one was dark, raw, heartrending, twisted and completely harrowing to experience. I think the fact that when you are reading it you know that this subject matter happens all around us every day; it's very sad to realise this and my heart broke at times for these characters and what they went through.

Trouble, JW, Judge and Elmo are all best friends who grew up together in the town of Sweet Haven, they are so close and have been through so much together they call themselves brothers but what these people experienced was just unbelievable to read about, and yet I couldn't put this book down. All the characters in this book bought out different emotions in me, my heart ached, I felt so angry, I felt pity for them but also there was hope and the word Karma comes to play in this fabulous book.

If you like dark dark reads then go and one click this book, Alex Grayson has done a fabulous job with this story, and I'm looking forward to book two in this series !!!

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Heather Dee

Trouble in Hell - OMG

Reviewed in Australia on 16 January 2019

I'll start by saying this book does contain triggers for some people ...
Wow what can I say this book is absolutely amazing!
It has everything u could possibly ask for more twists and turns then a maze has and oh my a hunky alpha male too ...
The love that I found written in this book and I dont just mean by the main characters but between the brothers the friend the family's formed in this community is something I think I'll be forever Jealous of....
I absolutely loved this book my only disappointing comment is .... I WANT MORE !
Definitely a must read and something I know will be re-read in yrs to come .... Do your self a favour get this book !

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Donna S

Great set up for series

Reviewed in Australia on 18 April 2021

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Wow, this is not your typical sweet romance read. Although there is sweet and romance in this, its just more in the background. I loved the slow burn as we got to learn about Malus and its people. There is darkness here, and triggers, but you need to read this to understand why these 4 brothers do what they do. At times this was gut wrenching, had all the feels and loved how things turned out. Is going to be a great series.

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Loved Reading this Book

Reviewed in Canada on 14 December 2020

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I chose this reading because I loved reading this book . I liked reading about Remi and Troubles Journey . This was my first time reading from this author and I can't wait to read more

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MJC

Emotionally difficult read but so worth it!

Reviewed in the United States on 22 October 2018

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So while I knew when I went into this book that it was a dark romance and I was prepared, I will say I don't think anyone could ever be prepared enough for this kind of darkness. That said, I loved this book. It was an incredibly emotionally hard book to read at points and I want to just rage at the world when I read some of what happens, but it all ties together beautifully and makes this book un-put-downlable. There truly is no preparation for some of what you are going to read so you just have to go in and stick with it. I will make the caveat in case it is needed that if you have triggers this book may be too much to tae on. I am not always a fan of trigger warnings because I fear it will scare off readers that would otherwise have no challenges with reading a book but in this case things can be pretty graphic and harsh so please, you know yourself and you know what you can handle go in with caution if needed. I don't want to go into what exactly the triggers are publicly, just because I think it might take away from the true darkness of the book, but feel free to contact me if you need more information and I will gladly privately provide that so you can make an informed decision on if this book is for you or not.

All that said, y'all I loved this book and all it's tragedy and unspeakable acts. You all know (if you have followed my reviews for any length of time) how I feel about revenge and redemption. You know that I am all for characters getting what they deserve and I am happy to say that these Brothers from Malus are ready to deal it out. I will mention that I got some total The Lottery by Shirley Jackson vibes (not right up, but an underlying feeling when it comes to the way the town is run) and I am down for that.

Sidenote: If you like dark stories and have never read The Lottery, it should be on your must read list.

I was a little hesitant about our Heroine being pregnant for what ever reason I always get a little bugged out by the already pregnant by someone else when the Heroine meets the Hero (I think it's that idea of romantic perfection that is tarnished idea) but it absolutely works for this story and plays a major role in the Hero's past and future. The baby is exactly what the hero needs so he can truly see that there is a future ahead of him and having him love a child not of his own creation the way he does just makes you fall more in love with him. These are heroes that do bad things but are not bad people. These are heroes you will love from the beginning because their history makes what they do understandable and to be honest if it were a true situation I would say desirable. Maybe that makes my soul a little dark but I am A-Okay with that.

I adored the romance between Remi and Trouble. I didn't even mind the back and forth because I know exactly where the drama between them stems from and I understand the reasoning behind it. This is a town of untrusting people that Remi rolls into, and for very good reason and her past is nothing to sneeze at either. I kinda missed the therapy point, the idea that they have gone though something so traumatic and the steps it took to get back to a point where relationships are okay. I missed wanting to know if Trouble's little 'dark issue' clears up when he finally falls in love or does he still fight said issue to this day. Honestly though in the scheme of things that's me knit-picking and doesn't give or take away from the entirety of the story, maybe it's jus the wanting more of these characters.

I am incredibly curious about all the brothers, particularly Justice and Emo...I mean, how is Justices story going to play out 'cause that's going to be interesting and Emo, gah...my heart just breaks thinking of him. He's so unbelievably damaged and needs love the most..meaning we will get his book last, hahaha.

Alex Grayson just became a one-click author for me with this book. She is going to shock you and make you tear up, but every moment is so well thought out and written that even the pain you feel is worth the joy that comes out of it in the end. These brothers are broken, they are fighting to take back what was taking from them but it isn't going to be easy and it definitely not going to be pretty but considering they survived hell to get where they are they deserve every piece of joy and love they can get. I'll be over here impatiently waiting for book two.

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LJ Knox

5 Not to be missed Stars!!!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 18 October 2018

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I love dark reads, it's my favourite genre and this author never fails to deliver!! After reading the blurb I just had to read this book. It ended up being a late night as I could not put it down once I'd started! It isn't the nicest of subjects to read about, but unfortunately it happens all the time, all over the world one way or another! Sweet Haven sounds like a wonderful place, but you know the saying, never judge a book by its cover? Well apply that to this town.

This is Trouble's story and one that will stay with me forever. Trouble is one of 4 friends or brothers as they call themselves. There is Trouble, JW, Judge and Elmo. They are probably as close or closer than any brothers would be and after what they have all been through I am not surprised. I really don't want to give anything away by going into the story. Each one of them has seen and had to go through things, no one should ever have to witness or go through. I absolutely love these guys and I totally understand what they do and why they do it.
This is a harrowing and emotional read and I get it won't be for everyone, but if you like dark reads then you will certainly need to read this. I think it has to be one of the best books I've read this year so far!

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Intel Chicky Reads Romance (Kara Paquin Merideth)

Hmmmmmm

Reviewed in the United States on 30 December 2023

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Story: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Trope: protector
Angst: 😱😱
Smexy: 🔥🔥

So I feel really conflicted with this one. Some parts of me really want to give it a 5. Its definitely a more interesting and unique storyline and I liked the almost "fated" aspect of it. I liked the pull between the two MCs and how he claims her son as his own. Its also a slow burn, which I didn't mind at all given the context of the story. Its just the opening scene really gave me a case of the icks. Like bad. I got it in the context of the story, but if the author is throwing that out certain behaviors as an effect of the MCs abuse, then I couldn't help but think about the MMC still having these thoughts about other female patients after he's with the heroine 🤷🏻‍♀️. Anyway, I enjoyed it overall, despite the opening scene, but yeah, I found it ick. Also, PLEASE read trigger warnings, its extremely graphic on page SA of minors (in the past).

Anon

This was dark

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 3 February 2022

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This is very dark in my opinion. Heavy on the dark and lighter on the romance. Once I got so far down the path I couldn’t stop, I wanted to see every fecker burn! I would like to read every characters book but I think I will need to read extremely sweet things in between. I want to see all of these characters happy, especially Emo my heart absolutely shattered for him.

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