by Fen Wilde
Also by Fen Wilde
CLOSE
Praise for CLOSE
“What a compelling and gripping contemporary read. I was thoroughly drawn to the observation of the human psyche that was written flawlessly in this dark yet twisted romance.” A Book Lover's Emporium Book Blog
“Dark, mysterious, full of heated attraction. Wonderful characters. A storyline like no other. Well told. Very entertaining!” Amazon review
“If you think you have this book figured out just by reading the synopsis you will be mistaken…Fen Wilde is not a cotton candy, tie a story up in pretty satin ribbons HEA writer...the road she takes to the HEA is scattered with land mines, not well lit and wonderfully satisfying.” Amazon review
“I loved everything about this book...This novel has quickly become one of my favourite dark romance reads ever! I cannot say enough great things about it! Go and read it for yourself today.” My Slanted Bookish Ramblings
“So far, this is the best fiction I've read in 2018, and even though it's early in the year, I'm predicting it'll be in my top 10 at the end of it.” Goodreads Review
“An absolutely incredible story of self discovery, forgiveness and most of all love! An emotional read with a happily ever after!” Goodreads review
“I loved every dark suspenseful part in this book. 6 dark stars – WOW. How simply intriguing, twisted, dark, romantic, and suspenseful this book was. The entire premise of this book was so fascinating to me … The character development and the attraction between the two main characters was so intense…” Amazon review
Blurb for CLOSE
Clara
I’m not looking for love.
Working by day as a therapist and by night as an exotic dancer, intimacy is…not my strong point. And Lucas is everything I don’t trust: oozing sex appeal, with women scattered in his wake, he’s way too smooth and charming to risk losing my heart to.
But I’m drawn toward him, despite my guarded heart…
Lucas
It should have been easy.
A therapist moonlighting as a stripper? A ‘chance’ encounter couldn’t have been easier to arrange.
I just needed some answers. Someone to blame.
I didn’t expect her to be quite so tantalising.
I didn’t expect to want to get close to her.
But secrets are hard to keep when you get close to someone...
A gripping, sizzling stand-alone full of twists and turns that will keep you hooked til the last page.
*NB this book explores complex themes around mental health. It is written by a mental health clinician and has been described as “beautifully nuanced” with “the observation of the human psyche…written flawlessly in this dark yet twisted romance.”
Buy it here >> http://www.fenwilde.com/close
PERFECT
Praise for PERFECT
“It’s rare to read a romance that does intrigue so well and has such unforeseen plot twists.” Amazon review
“…a haunting romantic thriller.” Amazon review
“…entertaining, captivating and…sexy read. I could not put it down. Wonderfully written with strong, intriguing characters.” Amazon review
“Sexy and full of suspense, PERFECT is a complex and layered story about love, family and our perceptions about ourselves. I was sucked into it from page one.” Saffron A. Kent, Amazon Bestselling Author
“This book is oh, so entertaining. Not an easy, relaxed read. But…pay attention and enjoy. It is so well written and clever. I highly recommend.” Amazon review
“…a breathtaking read. You will love all the suspense and angst this thrilling read has to offer. Go one click today.” Amazon review
“…surprisingly and pleasantly different from the “norm”. This author was able to successfully weave romance, suspense, angst, turmoil, love and sex…a really good read that kept me on the edge of my seat.” Amazon review
“Wow! Loved this book! …kept me captivated from the first to the last page. No ones life is perfect…the author did a wonderful job portraying the complex thoughts we all have trying to be our best.” Amazon review
“Amazing romantic story with spice. Superb.” Goodreads review
“What an interesting read! Well presented storyline; characters that kept you guessing; some creepy twists and turns with lots of the unexpected…If you like books a bit off kilter…Perfect by Fen Wilde belongs on your TBR Lust.” Goodreads review
“Great story, complex characters...amazing, gritty and emotionally charged.” Book-Lover Book Blog
“Perfect! There isn't one thing I didn't like about this book...” My Girlfriend's Couch Blog
“This was a wholly original book...Ben is a kind, warm and emotive soul who balances out Ada's frosty exterior.... his character was a great at exposing the fun and carefree side to her character. Their scenes and interactions together were beautifully constructed and filled with chemistry and passion.” Bubbles The Book Pimp
“So much more than a romance. There is family conflict, suspense, many kinds of emotions and lots of hot, explicit sex...” Goodreads review
“This amazing book is so very well written. It is always surprising the things that a person can withstand and the heart can cope with.” Goodreads review
Blurb for PERFECT
Two years ago, perfect Ada Cosgrove made one mistake—and narrowly escaped with her life.
Gorgeous, clever, and the editor of the sexiest magazine on the racks, she dealt with it in her usual efficient, solitary manner—then carried on as she always had. Working hard, following the rules, and winning at everything she turned her hand to.
Mistakes weren’t part of her identity, and she didn’t care to linger on—or share—the nightmarish details.
Except now, threatening letters start appearing.
Someone knows something they shouldn’t.
And in trying to work out if she’s in danger, Ada is forced to relive that night and question everything she’s worked so hard for.
Did she really leave the menace behind her that night?
Trying desperately to understand her past, she unearths more secrets than she bargained for…but they just might be the truths she needs to save herself.
A dark, sexy suspense that has it all—complex characters, family drama, scorching sex and endless intrigue. “It's rare to read a romance that does intrigue so well and has such unforeseen plot twists.”
*Please note this novel contains dark themes, multiple POVs and timeframes, and some mild taboo content. 18+.
Buy it here >> http://www.fenwilde.com/perfect
Love Rebooted Series (Short Reads)
#1 The Gardener
Eloise Evans is doing her best to be a good wife, a good mum, and a good all-round person. So she's mortified to find herself attracted to the hot young gardener employed by her husband to FINALLY fix up their back yard.
Still, she’s starting to suspect her husband might be having a bit too much fun away on work trips. And when the gardener let’s slip a secret, Eloise’s world starts to crumble around her.
Eddie Smith-Parker fixes people’s gardens, and sometimes fixes the needs of the woman of the house too. Young, fit and gorgeous, forget arm’s-length—he likes to keep his lovers at several truck-lengths away. But can he make amends for the trouble he’s caused without letting Eloise into his arms and his closed-off heart?
With cute kids, a sweet mother, a younger man, steamy scenes and a HEA—you’ll love this hot short romance.
Buy it here >> https://www.fenwilde.com/short-reads/
Acknowledgments
To Stephanie—thank you. I am in awe of you every day. I am so proud and feel so lucky to call you my friend.
To Sarah—thank you. Your wise words, your sharp wit, your amazing insight and your willingness to read my half-baked drafts have made this book so much better. I’m so sorry I keep failing to deliver you the romance I keep promising.
To Justin—thank you. Yo
ur feedback meant so much to me. Really, really, a lot. You have no idea. Even if I left in the dodgy romance lines ;)
Thank you to The Tension Dilemma - http://thetensiondilemma.com/ for the use of some content. For anyone wanting more insight into how to be a better ally to women of colour, read this blog.
To E—for the insights about sex work. Thank you.
To Catherine Deveny—thank you for taking the time to read my draft, meet me to chat and provide such a thoughtful overview. You helped me to see the bigger picture and gave me the courage to not try to fit this story into a box. And, of course, thanks again for Gunnas (and the omelette mix), a truly fabulous class.
Victoria Colotta—thank you for your thoroughness, your thoughtfulness and your honesty.
To Erica Russikoff from Erica’s Editing Services—thank you once again for your exceptional editing and your thoughtful feedback and care with my book.
To @rghdrftstudio for my beautiful cover—thank you.
And to all of you reading this book—thank you for taking interest in it. I really appreciate it, and I hope that you enjoyed it. x
About the Author
Fen Wilde is a qualified social worker. She works in mental health, and also as a private clinical consultant.
She is particularly interested in the complex things that drive us toward or keep us out of connection with each other.
Fen lives in Melbourne, Australia with her partner, two children, and Burmese cat.
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