Finishing a book like “Haunting Adeline” leaves you wanting more. You’re excited but also unsure of where to look next. Now, we are finding a great adventure and wondering what’s next. So, let’s go on this adventure together! We’re on a mission to find books that give us the same spooky thrills and exciting twists as “Haunting Adeline.” These books will keep you and make you feel like you’re right there with the characters, suffering with them, living the dark life.
Get ready to explore stories that mix reality with mystery.
Books similar to Haunting Adeline
- My Dark Vanessa
- Tears of Tess
- Credence
- Does It Hurt?
- Hooked
- King of Wrath
- Butcher & Blackbird
- Captive in the Dark
How these books relate to Haunting Adeline?
In Haunting Adeline, we see that Adeline, who prefers her grandparents over her parents, lives alone in a mansion they gifted her. Strange things happen there, but she refuses to leave despite her mother’s warnings. Her best friend, Daya, supports her.
During a book signing, Adeline encounters a rude person. Daya arranges for Adeline to meet an old friend, which initially upsets her. However, they end up at Adeline’s house where they are interrupted by a loud knock. No one is there, but a strange man, Zade, later introduces himself. Zade continues visiting Adeline, and they develop feelings for each other. Adeline installs security cameras but doesn’t receive alerts when Zade arrives. Zade confesses his feelings and reveals he wants Adeline to fall in love with him genuinely. He works for a company rescuing kidnapped children.
Adeline discovers a diary revealing her great-grandmother was stalked and murdered. With Daya’s help, Adeline uncovers the truth. Adeline and Zade grow closer. Zade saves a child and considers becoming her father, but hesitates as he believes Adeline would need to be the mother. He confides in Adeline, who asks for time to respond.
The books we are going to discuss here may relate to Haunting Adeline in theme, or Dark genre. Dark vibes, Thriller, Fantasy, Horror scenes, Adult objects and talks and Mysterious air is all we got.
Let’s go through the overview of the books. This might help you in choosing your new read.
My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell:
The story revolves around Venessa’s dark life. When Venessa was just fifteen, she established a relationship with her 42-year-old teacher, Jacob Strane. In 2017, Vanessa expressed confusion about actresses in the Me Too movement continuing to work with directors known for their reputations. However, when another woman, Taylor, accuses a teacher Vanessa had a relationship with, Vanessa defends him, claiming Taylor is lying.
Despite initial opposition, Vanessa considers coming forward when approached by a journalist. Throughout her relationship with the teacher, Vanessa feels uncomfortable and excited, describing it as ominous yet entrancing. Despite using terms like “rape” and “grooming,” Vanessa believes the teacher loves her in a mature way. Despite his assurances of her control, the teacher often initiates physical interactions without clear consent, even when Vanessa is terrified.
Vanessa struggles to deal with the situation, especially as the teacher loses interest in her as she gets older. Her ex-boyfriend, whom she confides in, is unsupportive, pushing her to tell a therapist instead of offering understanding.
| Publisher | William Morrow |
| Publishing Date | First published March 10, 2020 |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 373 Pages |
| Title | My Dark Vanessa |
| Literary awards | Dylan Thomas Prize Nominee for Shortlist (2021), Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Fiction and for Debut Novel (2020), Lovelybooks Leserpreis Nominee for Romane (2020) |
| Settings | Maine (United States), The United States of America |
| ISBN-10 | 006294150X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0062941503 |
Tears of Tess by Pepper Winters:
“Tears of Tess” is an Erotic and Dark book about the abuse and problems Tess faces. Tess Snow was a happy girl who had everything she wanted. She was going to be successful, have a loving boyfriend, and have a perfect life. Tess was excited about her romantic trip to Mexico with her boyfriend Brax for their second anniversary. They planned to enjoy the sandy beaches, tasty drinks, and intimate moments together.
But things took a dark turn. Something terrible happened. She was sold to someone. Tess was kidnapped and drugged, taken away from everything she knew. She found herself alone in a scary world. Despite her fear, Tess became strong and fought back. But even her strength couldn’t protect her from being sold to someone else. Now, Brax is contently trying to find Tess before it’s too late.
This is a story about love, strength, and forgiveness, but it deals with difficult topics like grief, slavery, and nonconsensual sex. It’s not suitable for everyone.
| Publisher | Self-published |
| Publishing Date | First published August 30, 2013 |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 376 Pages |
| Series | Monsters in the Dark (#1) |
| Settings | Australia, France, Mexico |
| Characters | Tess Snow, Q. Mercer |
| ISBN-10 | 1492103748 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1492103745 |
Credence By Penelope Douglas:
Three men and a solo teenage girl. Credence is a Dark Romance and Contemporary standalone novel. The book is about a rich girl’s tough life. Tiernan de Haas doesn’t care about much anymore. She’s the only child of a famous movie producer and his actress wife. Besides having everything, she never really felt loved or guided. Shuffled off to boarding schools most of her life, she couldn’t shake off the loneliness or create her own identity. Even with her parents gone now, she doesn’t feel much different – she’s always been alone.
Her father’s stepbrother, Jake Van der Berg, takes over as her guardian, and she moves in with him and his two sons, Noah and Kaleb, in the remote mountains of Colorado. They teach her survival skills and help her find a sense of belonging. But things get complicated. Tiernan realizes she’s drawn to one of the brothers while the other shows interest. And Jake, well, he’s determined to control her fate. Aspects of r*ape and sexual assaults are stuffed here, so make sure you are mature.
| Publisher | Berkley |
| Publishing Date | First published January 13, 2020 |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 416 Pages |
| Title | Credence |
| ISBN-10 | 0593641973 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0593641977 |
Does It Hurt? by H.D. Carlton:
The main focus of the book is Sawyer. She is an escaper from the U.S who is hiding in Australia. She had forgotten who she was a long time ago. Sawyer ran away from a house, desperate to escape, with only the clothes and socks she had on. Since then, she has only worn shoes taken from others. Maybe Sawyer is a girl looking for the meaning of life in people who don’t have faces. They were all forgettable until Enzo Vitale came along.
He took Sawyer to a waterfall and made her forget her name. In return, she took his name instead. Enzo is a mysterious man who loves the deep sea and its predators. It turns out he’s not so different from the monsters he feeds. He tricked Sawyer onto his boat to get back at her for something she did wrong.
If Sawyer had known what he planned and that a big storm would leave them stranded, she would’ve run away. Now, she seems like a girl seeking safety in a rundown lighthouse with a man who hates her almost as much as he desires her. Now, it’s not about who hiding anymore. It’s about whether she can survive or not.
| Publisher | H.D Carlton |
| Publishing Date | First published July 22, 2022 |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 430 Pages |
| Title | Does It Hurt? |
| ISBN-10 | 1957635037 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1957635033 |
Hooked by Emily McIntire:
“Hooked” is a dark love story and the first book in the Never After Series. It’s about villains getting a happy ending in fairy tales. It’s not a typical fairy tale and not fantasy. “Hooked” has mature themes and may not be suitable for everyone. It’s best to be cautious. The book is about James’ Dark Revenge. James wants to get back at someone, but he wants Wendy more.
James always wanted to take revenge on his enemy, Peter Michaels, and make him suffer. When Peter’s daughter Wendy comes to James’s bar, he sees a chance. He plans to make Wendy like him and then use her to hurt Peter. He seduces her and traps her. It’s a good plan, but James’s group starts having problems. He has to find out who is betraying him. His plan to hurt Peter becomes less clear as he starts to care about Wendy.
Wendy doesn’t have much freedom because of her rich and cold father. But one night, she goes out with friends and meets James. They start a passionate relationship. Wendy knows James is dangerous, but she can’t stop liking him. As they get closer, Wendy wonders if she loves James or the bad side of him called Hook.
| Publisher | Bloom Book |
| Publishing Date | First published September 5, 2021 |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 325 Pages |
| Series | Never After (#1) |
| Settings | Massachusetts (United States) |
| Characters | Wendy Michaels, James “Hook” Barrie |
| ISBN-10 | 1737508370 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1737508373 |
King of Wrath by Ana Huang:
This story is about Dante Russo and Vivian.(Click here to Read Full Review) Not that much dark, but the erotic scenes and romance is outclassed. Russo and Vivian are two wealthy individuals from powerful families in New York. Dante belongs to the influential Russo family, while Vivian’s family owns a jewelry company. Vivian, an independent event planner, finds herself unwillingly betrothed to Dante by her father to elevate their social status. Despite her initial disinterest, Vivian eventually discovers unexpected feelings for Dante as they spend more time together.
However, the twist comes here. Vivian’s father has a secret about Dante, which he uses to coerce Dante into marrying his daughter. Unaware of this manipulation, Vivian believes their relationship is merely arranged. As they navigate their forced proximity, Dante and Vivian unexpectedly fall in love, culminating in a heartfelt romance. The story ends with a 5-star rating for its engaging portrayal of love and relationships.
| Publisher | Bloom Book |
| Publishing Date | First published October 18, 2022 |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 407 Pages |
| Series | Kings of Sin (#1) |
| Characters | Dante Russo, Vivian Lau |
| ISBN-10 | 1728289726 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1728289724 |
Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver:
In a world of serial killers, Sloane, also known as Blackbird, and Rowan dubbed The Butcher, are stuck in the death game. From the depths of small-town West Virginia to the heights of upscale California and from the bustling streets of downtown Boston to the quiet expanses of rural Texas, their journey unfolds against the backdrop of an annual game of blood and suffering. As they go through this dangerous game and face the most lethal monsters in the country, their friendship deepens into something more profound. As Sloane and Rowan move ahead, their pasts haunt them, getting closer and risking not just their love but their lives, too.
Can Sloane and Rowan break free from the dangerous game they’re stuck in, or will they become its victims? Sloane struggles with her feelings for Rowan, torn between love and fear of the dark. Their story is like the scary stories of “Dexter” and the classic tale of “Bonnie & Clyde.”
| Publisher | Independently Published |
| Publishing Date | First published August 15, 2023 |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 360 Pages |
| Series | The Ruinous Love Trilogy (#1) |
| Literary awards | Audie Award Nominee for Romance (2024) |
| ISBN | 9798857497074 |
Captive in the Dark by C.J. Roberts:
50% Abuse, 50% Rape, every aspect was dark; every scene was dark, very, very dark. We see Caleb. He is a man who really wants revenge. When he was a kid, bad people took him and made him a slave. He’s been thinking about payback ever since. He’s been looking for the main guy who caused all his suffering for twelve years. Finally, this bad guy has shown up again, but with a new name. Caleb needs to get close to him, so he decides to do something he hates: kidnap a pretty girl and train her to be like he used to be.
| Publisher | CJ Roberts |
| Publishing Date | First published August 29, 2011 |
| Language | English |
| Pages | The Dark Duet (#1) |
| Series | The Folk of the Air (#2), Elfhame (#2) |
| Setting | Mexico (, 2009) |
| Characters | Muhammad Rafiq, Olivia Ruiz, Caleb (Captive in the Dark) |
| ISBN | 2940011444937 |
Olivia is eighteen and wakes up in a strange place. She can’t see, and her hands are tied. There’s a guy named Caleb there who wants her to call him “Master.” Olivia is young, pretty, and stubborn. She tries to hide her feelings, but she’s attracted to Caleb, even though he’s scary and mean. Graphical violence and strong language, make sure you can handle it.
Conclusion:
As we finish reading “Haunting Adeline,” we know more exciting books are out there waiting for us. Each book on our list is special and will give you something different. It’s okay to try new things, even if they seem strange at first. You might find a new favorite book! It will be fun for you to discover something new and watch your interest grow.
When you finish one book, remember it’s not the end. There are always more stories waiting for you. So, after you finish “Haunting Adeline,” pick up one of these other books and keep on reading. Enjoy your reading adventure!