God of Malice: A Dark College Romance
Rina Kent
📚 Genre
Dark Romance, Contemporary Romance, New Adult Fiction
🏢 Publisher
Penguin Books / Bloom Books
📅 Publication Year
2023 (this edition); original independently published in 2022
🔢 ISBN
978-0143138136
About This Book
The first book in the Legacy of Gods series, this story follows Glyndon King and Killian Carson. After a tragic event, Glyndon encounters Killian, a sociopathic 'monster' who becomes obsessed with her. The book explores dark, intense themes of obsession, psychological manipulation, and forbidden romance set in an elite university environment. The cover features three classical columns over a dark background, accented by red foliage and the tagline 'I caught the attention of a monster.'
Book Details
Language
English
Pages
384 pages
Edition
Trade Paperback Edition
Series
Legacy of Gods, Book 1
Target Audience
Adult (18+) due to explicit content and dark themes
Collector Information
Condition
Like New; cover edges are crisp and the surface appears glossy without visible creases or shelf wear.
Estimated Value
$12.00 - $18.00 USD
Rarity
Common. This is a mass-produced trade paperback widely available through major retailers.
Historical Significance
A major title in the 'Dark Romance' genre move from independent publishing to mainstream traditional publishing via the Penguin imprint Bloom Books. Rina Kent is a highly influential author in the BookTok/social media literary community.
Collector Notes
For collectors, significant value lies in limited edition 'discreet' covers or signed copies. This standard Penguin edition should be kept in a cool, dry place to prevent yellowing of the paper. Value for this specific edition is likely to remain stable around the retail price.
Similar Books
Haunting Adeline by H.D. Carlton, Corrupt by Penelope Douglas, Vicious by L.J. Shen
Notable Features
Includes a Penguin/Bloom Books logo in the upper right. Features 'Legacy of Gods' series branding at the bottom.