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Carnival Monster: A Dark Serial Killer Romance (Carnival Series) Kindle Edition

by Selena Winters (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 out of 5 stars 2,916 ratings

In the monster's eyes, I saw the reflection of my own dark desires.

I’ve always chased thrills—dark, risky, and dangerous—because it's the only way I feel alive after enduring a childhood filled with trauma and pain. My scars run deep, hidden behind a façade of innocence.

When the carnival comes to town, I meet Gage—a masked man cloaked in shadows and darkness. He's everything I crave: thrilling, terrifying, and utterly irresistible. As our paths intertwine, I’m drawn into a world where fear and desire collide, and the line between pleasure and pain blurs.

Gage awakens something primal in me. He's my darkest fantasy, and together, we explore the boundaries of our desires. Beneath his rough exterior, I glimpse a vulnerability and pain that mirrors my own. We've both been broken, haunted by our pasts, but perhaps in each other, we can find healing and redemption.

Will our love be enough to tame the monsters within us, or will our demons consume us both?

Carnival Monster is a dark romance novella with heavy subjects that some readers may find triggering. A full list of the warnings will be found in the book. This story has no cliffhanger and ends with a HEA.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0D3RCK6C3
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 6, 2024
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.4 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 254 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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Selena Winters

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I've always been drawn to the darkness in fiction, finding beauty in the forbidden and thrill in the dangerous. My stories? They're an exploration of darkness, filled with mysterious masked men, fearless heroines, and spice that'll set your Kindles ablaze.

Ever since I can remember, I've been captivated by the darker side of romance in fiction. It’s necessary to add I don’t condone these kind of relationships in real life. However, the intoxicating chase, the deadly dance, the heart-racing fear, and an irresistible attraction in fiction I adore. My fascination led me to write these short stories, blending heart-stopping fear with blazing heat and passion.

I exclusively publish on Amazon, providing a thrilling escape for those who dare to venture into the dark side of love and lust. If you've read my book and found yourself wanting more, follow me on Amazon or social media for updates on my next dark novella release. Your adventure is only a page flip away.

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Customers find this dark romance book well worth reading, with a fast-paced plot that keeps them engaged from beginning to end. The story features a happily ever after ending, and customers appreciate the well-developed characters and writing style. They describe the book as truly dark and spicy, with one customer noting its whole circus atmosphere.

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42 customers mention "Readability"38 positive4 negative

Customers find the book enjoyable and engaging, with several noting it kept their interest from beginning to end.

"...Kuddos to the Selena Winters for an entertaining and sexy read. ❤️" Read more

"...It's a quick read comparingly but this was an amazing book I'd love to add to my trophy shelf to read again at a later date...." Read more

"...The smut wasn't bad—just be sure to check the trigger warnings, as it does contain some elements that might be outside of your usual comfort zone...." Read more

"A great read that will keep you on the edge of your seat...." Read more

24 customers mention "Dark tone"24 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the dark tone of the book, describing it as truly dark, with one customer highlighting the whole circus atmosphere and another noting the perfect balance of spice and darkness.

"...It does end in a very sweet and sexy way. I like the happily ever after ending. It was the perfect way to end it...." Read more

"...It was just dark enough to get my blood pumping without dipping into the pitch black side of romance...." Read more

"...I devoured Carnival Monster. If you are into a dark, murderous, dominate, stalker this book is for you. We quickly meet Gage in Carnival Nightmare...." Read more

"...that we got to see past characters and of course loving the whole dark circus atmosphere." Read more

24 customers mention "Romance"24 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in this book, describing it as a fast-paced and intense dark romance with descriptive scenes, and one customer mentions it's a tale of mutual obsession.

"...The story was good and the character development was on point. This is a dark and twisted smutsluts delicious treat...." Read more

"...All in one couple. And I loved it. The thrill, the verbiage to eachother. Oh it hit all the right nerves!..." Read more

"...I really enjoyed this tale of mutual obsession - it was hot and twisted with an edge of suspense...." Read more

"...The storyline is incredible. I was able to relate to both MCs...." Read more

22 customers mention "Pacing"19 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the pacing of the book, particularly appreciating Gage and Aurora's story and the happily ever after ending.

"...I like the happily ever after ending. It was the perfect way to end it. Kuddos to the Selena Winters for an entertaining and sexy read. ❤️" Read more

"...I enjoyed their love story." Read more

"...Read your trigger warnings. I loved everything about it. That ferris wheel scene! Dang!!" Read more

"...Not alot of extra fluff or filler. The scenes are descriptive and help the reader get into the mcs mindset...." Read more

20 customers mention "Spice level"20 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the spice level of the book, describing it as very hot, with one customer noting it reaches a 10 on the scale.

"...This is a dark and twisted smutsluts delicious treat. I highly recommend this book for the girlies who like Beauty and the beast but way more darker...." Read more

"Selena is a new, to me, author who caught my eye with this yummy tail that has all my favorite things in a dark romance...." Read more

"...I liked the main characters overall though. The spice was spicing...." Read more

"...There are definite triggers so make sure to check. The spice is very hot and the story moves rapidly. Very quick read" Read more

14 customers mention "Character development"10 positive4 negative

Customers enjoy the character development in the book, appreciating how they evolve throughout the story.

"...The story was good and the character development was on point. This is a dark and twisted smutsluts delicious treat...." Read more

"...So development was rushed, if it existed at all. I liked the main characters overall though. The spice was spicing...." Read more

"I liked the development and changes in the character. I didn't like some of Gage's actions. Aurora seemed a of bit of a risk taker...." Read more

"...There is not a lot of character development, but it's a fun quick read. It's a good book to get your fix of smut." Read more

12 customers mention "Writing style"9 positive3 negative

Customers praise the writing style of the book, with one noting it can be read as a standalone.

"...Can be read as a standalone. TROPES: - Happily ever after - Knife play/blood play - Masked Unaliver Stalker MMC -..." Read more

"...There were moments of healing that were written so well...." Read more

"...I don't like that it seems like each paragraph repeats itself with the same wording to describe the same moment. Or even similar moments...." Read more

"Like always she out does her self. I love the writing and the thrill of it all plus it is short and pact full with spice and tension that leaves..." Read more

10 customers mention "Pace"10 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's pace, finding it quick to read with a good plot, and one customer mentions it can be read independently.

"...However, the plot and events made up for it...." Read more

"If you want a quick, easy read with a ton of spice, this book is for you. There is not a lot of character development, but it's a fun quick read...." Read more

"It's a great book if you're looking for an easy to read book that gets to the point. Not alot of extra fluff or filler...." Read more

"...The spice is very hot and the story moves rapidly. Very quick read" Read more

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  • Marilyn Luna Gamez
    5.0 out of 5 stars Calling all smut whores! This one is for you!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2024
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    This book was perfect in the smut department, It didn't feel lacking at all. The story was good and the character development was on point. This is a dark and twisted smutsluts delicious treat. I highly recommend this book for the girlies who like Beauty and the beast but way more darker. It does end in a very sweet and sexy way. I like the happily ever after ending. It was the perfect way to end it. Kuddos to the Selena Winters for an entertaining and sexy read. ❤️
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  • Jaque Bullard
    4.0 out of 5 stars Loved it! Had so much in it that I've been waiting for in one book
    Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2024
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    Don't read my review if you don't want to know what happens....

    I don't like that it seems like each paragraph repeats itself with the same wording to describe the same moment. Or even similar moments. It was like I lost where I was and was rereading the same thing over and over.

    However, the plot and events made up for it. I've been waiting for gun and knife play, dark souls finding eachother, and love making to be in the same book. And it's all in this. They go from stalker obsessed to giving into the temptation knowingly on a better level than other books, to rough dangerous smex to love making. All in one couple. And I loved it. The thrill, the verbiage to eachother. Oh it hit all the right nerves!

    I would recommend this book to those who have a dark side, and want to find or have found the other half willing to go where ever their mind and heart takes them, rather light or dark. Great read for those who feel like their dark side has always had to stay in the shadows and away from unapproving eyes. Someone looking for acceptance in every inch of their soul. For someone who sees the darkest parts in others and relates, withholding judgement even when they don't.

    It's a quick read comparingly but this was an amazing book I'd love to add to my trophy shelf to read again at a later date. Both this and the first book, carnival nightmare.
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  • Jenna
    3.0 out of 5 stars Not Bad, but Not a Favorite
    Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2024
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    I just finished this dark romance, and while the plot was pretty generic, it was definitely more of a fun read than something you'd dive into for a deep storyline. The smut wasn't bad—just be sure to check the trigger warnings, as it does contain some elements that might be outside of your usual comfort zone. It wasn’t anything too special, but it wasn’t horrible either.

    There is a Happily Ever After, which wraps things up nicely for the FMC, though it did feel a bit rushed. But if you're mainly looking for a fun read with some steamy scenes, it works well.

    I also enjoyed the writing style—it’s exactly my type. The story is written in dual POV. Character-wise, the MMC's internal conflicts were interesting to see, which added a nice layer to the story.

    Overall, it’s a decent choice if you’re in the mood for a light, smutty read. Can be read as a standalone.

    TROPES:
    - Happily ever after
    - Knife play/blood play
    - Masked Unaliver Stalker MMC
    - BDSM
    - Instant attraction
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  • Marcie (@thecliteraturecorner)
    5.0 out of 5 stars A fun dark read that I devoured in one sitting
    Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2024
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    Selena is a new, to me, author who caught my eye with this yummy tail that has all my favorite things in a dark romance.

    Gage is a carnival worker who has a very dark hobby. When he sees Aurora, it’s obsession at first sight and when he has her, he learns that he doesn’t want to give in to those urges he normally has.

    Aurora is a young woman that is drawn to darkness. When she encounters Gage for the first time, she knows she has found what has been missing in her life.

    I really enjoyed this tale of mutual obsession - it was hot and twisted with an edge of suspense. Selena wrote two characters that came together by chance and changed each other’s lives forever. It was just dark enough to get my blood pumping without dipping into the pitch black side of romance. I will definitely be checking out more by this author.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great dark romance
    Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2025
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    A great read that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Make you wanna go to the carnival be very risky and public have a funnel cake ride the rides seek the thrills and the spice is definitely spicy a little on the dark sinister side but I’m here for it.
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  • Lozano519
    4.0 out of 5 stars their darkness matched perfectly
    Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2025
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    I enjoyed this one a lot more than I did book 2. Gage and Aurora were more relatable in a sense. Their chemistry and pull was there from the start.

    Gage is very dark right off the bat. He’s a full on psycho. Aurora saw him for what he was from the beginning and accepted him.

    The darkness she craved, she had the freedom to explore with Gage. I enjoyed their love story.
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  • FireWife34
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect amount of plot and spice!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2025
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    The more I read books by Selena Winters the more I get hooked. This one though. Read your trigger warnings. I loved everything about it. That ferris wheel scene! Dang!!
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  • cimking
    2.0 out of 5 stars Mixed Feelings
    Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2024
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    The character development is nonexistent for the MMC which is disappointing. he's a psychopath and in his first night seeing her he comments how she makes him want to consider a life beyond the shadows. This was on p. 20. I don't think he should even be thinking that until much later like maybe after their 2nd or 3rd encounter. So development was rushed, if it existed at all. I liked the main characters overall though. The spice was spicing. But he should've been straight up depraved in the beginning, not falling for her on sight. She was a strong enough lead to pull that out of him over time. The virginity trope is always a favorite for me but that was also fumbled through. I would have liked for him to hesitate on that a bit more. Deny her and make her beg for it. Also after the initial act was done, there was no mention of blood. Would've been really nice if afterwards he would've licked her blood from that area...I mean, we learn later that he was into blood play. He was big on possessiveness, him licking the blood from between her legs would've set that off. Anyway, it was a decent read just wish the development wasn't rushed. The MMC should've been depraved a lot longer.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Carnival Monster: A Dark Serial Killer
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 24, 2025
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    Another great book this was a strong read very well written I loved that I got into this book from the beginning thank you
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  • Sarah
    5.0 out of 5 stars Get ready for a night of dreams
    Reviewed in Australia on March 24, 2025
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    If you enjoy dark, steamy tales that captivate your attention, this book is an excellent choice. Its gripping storyline will leave you eagerly reaching for the next book.
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  • Couldn’t put it down, loved it so much 😍
    5.0 out of 5 stars 😍😍
    Reviewed in Canada on January 19, 2025
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    Hot and heavy that is a certainty 😍🤤had a hard time putting it down
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  • Felicia
    4.0 out of 5 stars Short but cute
    Reviewed in the Netherlands on September 5, 2024
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    Loved the book. Good story
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  • Stephanie Atkins
    4.0 out of 5 stars Dark and Spicy
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 21, 2024
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    I loved this from start to finish. It’s so dark and spicy, with well thought out characters. I loved following their growth, individually and together as the story developed. If you’re a fan of Haunting Adeline then this will definitely tickle your fancy! As a dark romance any triggers should be taken seriously as there are some hard hitting topics discussed. I thoroughly enjoyed how it explored truly embracing your dark desires and the true beauty to be found in doing so.
    Cannot wait to read more from this author and have already made a start on Cade and Lilys story!
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