'Pen Pal' by J.T. Geissinger follows the story of Kayla, who is grieving the loss of her husband. Upon receiving a letter from an inmate named Dante, mysterious events start occurring in her life, leading her to meet Aidan, a roofer who becomes a significant presence in her life. The narrative unfolds with twists and turns, exploring themes of grief, love, and suspense, all while keeping the reader guessing about the true nature of the relationships and events happening in Kayla's life.

The writing style of 'Pen Pal' is described as emotionally engaging and suspenseful, with a focus on character development and psychological depth. blends elements of romance, thriller, and paranormal suspense, creating a unique and captivating reading experience that keeps the reader on edge throughout the story.

Characters:

The characters include a grief-stricken protagonist navigating loss and a rugged, protective love interest, showcasing a complex emotional relationship.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is evocative, emotional, and character-driven, creating a suspenseful atmosphere with vivid descriptions.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot features a spicy romance intertwined with psychological elements, grief, and unexpected twists, culminating in a non-traditional happy ending.

Setting:

The setting is a haunted, historical home in Scotland, adding an eerie and supernatural atmosphere to the story.

Pacing:

The pacing is fast-paced and gripping, combining tension with emotional depth to keep readers engaged.

Notes:

Pen Pal is categorized as Psychological Fiction rather than traditional romance due to its unconventional ending.

The main character, Kayla, is dealing with grief after losing her husband in an accident.

Kayla forms a heated relationship with Aidan, the roofer she hires to fix her home.

The storyline includes elements of suspense and unexpected twists that keep readers guessing.

Many readers appreciated the warning about the non-traditional HEA, which they felt made the reading experience more enjoyable.

The book has been described as spicy with a lot of explicit content, appealing to readers who enjoy that style.

Some readers felt emotionally impacted by the story, describing it as haunting and heart-wrenching.

The cover of the book has received mixed reviews, with some believing it doesn’t match the book's content.

The relationship dynamics involve distinct character names, with Aidan calling Kayla 'bunny rabbit' and Kayla calling him 'lion', which some found cringeworthy.

Readers noted a significant twist at the end that many did not see coming, leading to a heightened emotional response.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include discussions of grief, loss of a spouse, trauma, and domestic violence.

Has Romance?

There is a strong presence of romance throughout the narrative despite the unconventional ending.

explicit steam level

From The Publisher:

A #1 international and Amazon Charts bestselling novel

"There are not enough words to do this story justice. it is MIND-BLOWING, intense, emotional, steamy, dark and so twisty. A masterpiece..." ~ When Vane Reads

The first letter arrived the day my husband was buried. It was postmarked from the state penitentiary, and contained a single sentence:

I'll wait forever if I have to.

It was signed by Dante, a man I didn't know.

Out of simple curiosity, I wrote back to ask him what exactly he was waiting for. His reply?

You.

I told the mystery man he had the wrong girl. He said he didn't. I said we'd never met, but he said I was wrong.

We went back and forth, exchanging letters every week that grew increasingly more intimate. Then one day, the letters stopped. When I found out why, it was already too late.

Dante was at my doorstep.

And nothing on earth could have prepared me for what happened next.

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Warning: This novel contains content intended for a mature audience only. It is not suitable for sensitive readers. Full list of TWs available on author's website.

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chatup004

Did Not Like

2 months

I figured out the twist before it happened so I wasn't very shocked. I was satisfied with this book but that's it really, it faded from memory and that's that. It was very mediocre and I didn't give it a second thought. It took me awhile to get through.

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Pen Pal

J.T. Geissinger