Red Thorns by Rina Kent

Red Thorns

Gothic horror meets college campus obsession

Written byRina Kent
Length7h49m
Release dateJune 10, 2021
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.6 (6 ratings)

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Quick Facts

AuthorRina Kent
NarratorTeddy Hamilton, Rose Dioro, Jacob Morgan
Runtime7h49m
PublishedJune 10, 2021
Rating★★★★☆ 4.6 / 5 (6 ratings)
CategoriesLiterature & Fiction, Horror, Gothic, Romance, Contemporary
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Red Thorns by Rina Kent isn’t just another toxic romance wrapped in pretty prose—it’s a slow-burn descent into paranoia, power, and the rot beneath perfection. Imagine *The Secret History* meets *American Psycho*, but with a voice so sharp it cuts through the usual YA fluff. Sebastian Weaver isn’t your typical villain; he’s glib, magnetic, and terrifyingly real, a golden boy whose charm masks something far darker. The story thrives on psychological tension, where every compliment feels like a threat and every silence screams. Kent’s gothic undertones seep into every chapter, crafting an atmosphere where beauty and menace are indistinguishable—a hallmark of her signature style. The prose is lean and punchy, avoiding melodrama while still delivering chills down your spine.

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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As someone who’s heard more than my fair share of toxic romance audiobooks, *Red Thorns* stood out for all the right reasons—even when it frustrated me. Teddy Hamilton’s narration of the protagonist’s inner turmoil is heartbreakingly raw; you’ll feel every pang of dread and longing right along with her. Jacob Morgan’s Sebastian, though, is the real star. His voice shifts from disarming charm to outright menace with such ease it’s impossible not to be unsettled. The pacing is deliberate, which works for the gothic tone but occasionally drags during the middle act when the plot feels like it’s treading water. Rose Dioro’s narration in the later chapters helps ground the story, adding a layer of dread that lingers long after the audio ends.

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