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Twisted Love: A serial-killer romantic thriller with a jaw-dropping twist (Golden Knights) Kindle Edition

by Maya Alden (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 260 ratings
The butterfly has returned, and this time it’s personal.

Seven years ago, ADA Carolina Vega’s life turned into a nightmare when she locked away Jacob Soller a.k.a. The Butterfly.

Scarred and changed by it all, she fled Dallas for a fresh start in Los Angeles. Now, as corporate lawyer at Knight Technologies, Vega believed she had finally escaped the shadows that haunted her.

But when chilling news of a murder mimicking the Butterfly’s signature style and a haunting message aimed directly at Vega arrives, her world plunges back into darkness.

Old wounds are ripped open, and Vega finds herself thrust back into the deadly game she thought she had escaped. Caught in the crosshairs is Aurelio Santos, Vega’s on-again-off-again lover, whose protective instincts are set ablaze.

As bodies pile up in downtown Los Angeles, Vega and Aurelio are forced into a desperate race against time to catch a killer who's always one step ahead. But with the stakes higher than ever and can they unmask the murderer before Vega becomes the final masterpiece in the killer's deadly gallery?

In Twisted Love, every page crackles with suspense, romance, and an unyielding quest for truth. Are you ready to face The Butterfly?

🦋Serial killer villain
🦋Opposites attract
🦋FMC is a former ADA
🦋MMC is a farmer
🦋Police procedural
🦋Third Person POV

Author's Note: This book stands apart from others in this series. This is a romantic suspense novel that involves a serial killer and has elements of a police procedural. If you're into JD Robb's In Death series, you'll love this book. If you're looking for a straight up dual POV romance novel, you may not enjoy this story. Please to the author's website for a complete list of trigger warnings.
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"If you're a fan of James Patterson's mystery novels combined with romance and spice, I definitely recommend reading Twisted Love."
—Goodreads Reviewer

"One of my absolute favorite aspects of this book was the [serial] killer's point of view. I was trying to piece together who the killer could've been throughout the entire book. The reveal was absolutely perfect, the motive was well-thought out, and the action was so intense!"
—Goodreads Reviewer

"Loved the twist at the end!"
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Chapter 1: Sunday, October 1

They recited poetry when they worked.

"As lady from her door, emerged; a summer afternoon," they crooned to the woman lying on her stomach on the metal table, her legs and hands tied down with ropes, her body arranged like Vinci's Vitruvian Man.

The caterpillar before them was immobilized, but could still make sounds. They'd gag her, but then they'd miss her transformation from caterpillar to butterfly. She was their first caterpillar and thus special. She had silky, milky white skin. They stroked her back, and she whined.

"Please don't. Please don't," she begged.

They chuckled. Did she really think that they'd go to all this trouble and then not do what they were meant to do—help her become what she was destined to be?

At least she'd stopped screaming for help because that shit had gotten old real fast.

"Her pretty parasol be seen, contracting in a field," they continued as they dipped the tattoo injector into black ink. They put the injector on the caterpillar's skin. She screamed. They smiled as they assisted in her transformation.

The butterfly was whimpering softly by the time they were done. In the past, the Butterfly Killer used to end with a flourish—showing off their calligraphy skills as they inscribed the words of Emily Dickinson: From cocoon forth a butterfly.

But this time, they would dedicate this butterfly to a caterpillar they knew would make the most beautiful butterfly of them all. The Butterfly Killer had only gotten a quarter of the way through last time with her, but this time, oh, this time, they'd go all the way.

The caterpillar on the table sobbed.

Ungrateful bitch.

They were giving her a chance to be so much more, and she was whining and moaning. Just like their mother. Always complaining.

The moon cast a ghostly glow over their studio, where shadows danced like specters. They moved silently, a wraith in the darkness, their breath a measured hiss. The garrote, a mere whisper of wire, was already singing its silent song of death in their hands.

They slipped the garrote around her neck, the wire biting into her skin with a lover's caress turned lethal. Slowly, slowly, slowly, slowly—they saw her transform, rise beyond the earth, and become a glorious creature. She gagged and gurgled, her body clamped to the table, danced in desperation, and oh so gently, she became a butterfly. Her gasps became ragged whispers, and then those whispers disappeared as she soared and ascended.

Then, silence.

Next time, they'd want to see her eyes as life left her. Next time, they'd do things just a little differently so the butterfly would be theirs and theirs alone.

They stood over her, the wire now a crimson necklace in their hands. Their heart was a drumbeat of triumph and terror. Feeling that rush and throbbing between their legs, they found their release in the quiet of the night as they tattooed on the butterfly's back: Sweet Caroline, are you ready to become a butterfly?

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CKQ5B3DY
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 31, 2024
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.2 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 296 pages
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  • Part of series ‏ : ‎ Golden Knights
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    4.4 out of 5 stars 260 ratings

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Maya Alden is a Top 5 Amazon bestselling author. She's known for her angsty contemporary romances—where charmingly infuriating heroes always find a way to redeem themselves and steal your heart.

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Customers enjoy the suspenseful story of the book, describing it as a riveting and neat thriller, with one customer noting how it weaves a frighteningly realistic plot line.

"...The characters were engaging and the plot well written. This is the first book that I have read by this author but it will not be my last...." Read more

"...fierce, and compelling cast of characters and weave them into a frighteningly realistic plot line while still giving us a HEA." Read more

"I read the blurb and warnings , this book was a wonderful story. Gritty, romantic and spell binding. The circumstances are truly believable today...." Read more

"...It’s a neat thriller with Maya’s lovely style of romance woven in, a little different from her usual style and I enjoyed the read" Read more

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Aurelio my favorite farmer!!!
5 out of 5 stars
Aurelio my favorite farmer!!!
A serial-killer romantic thriller with a jaw-dropping twist Twisted Love is a serial-killer romantic thriller, and is also the final book of the Golden Knights series, and what an ending. Everyone needs an Aurelio by their side, this man is just something out of this world. His devotion for Vega (Caro) is just undying. I was completely unprepared for Twisted Love, I'm not a big fan of thrillers, it doesn't matter if it’s romantic or not. But Maya was able to completely capture my divine attention. I love how Twisted Love had a pretty balanced combination of mystery, romance, spice, an amazing plot twist, and crime solving. It was just the perfect masterpiece. If you are into that, then Twisted Love is for you! As the copycat serial killer makes his message to Vega clear, Aurelio and Caro (Vega) relationship gets stronger. Aurelio like a true men stay by his girls side through thick and thine. This book was something I was not prepared, I was mesmerized by how Maya managed to capture the point of view of the copycat killers. I couldn’t stop trying to piece together who the killer was? If they manage to infiltrate Vega’s circle of acquaintances. The final reveal was absolutely perfect, everything in this story was well-thought out, and the action was everything. Let’s not forget about Drago and Nikki!!! Can we have more of them, please!!! I love how Draco was considered of Vega and her trauma. Also how Nikki validate how Vega was more than a civilian.
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  • Michael McCabe
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great read
    Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2025
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    It took a little while for me to work up to reading this book because of trigger warnings. That being said I am glad I finally read the book. As with all of Maya’s books it approaches the triggers with class and compassion. Amy M.
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  • Carole
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good thriller
    Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2024
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    Even though I picked up on the early clues and knew... mostly who the killer was, this was a good read. Flowed well with not too much thought life and had nice dialogue. Kinda wish the ending wasn't what it was. I mean we get it...they like to...you know. I would have liked to seen closure in the form of the case and the response when the guilty...trying not to leave spoilers....learns he failed.
    Worth the read
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  • Y. Wilson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Like Father Like Son
    Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2024
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    All I can say is wow. I was blown away by this book. The characters were engaging and the plot well written. This is the first book that I have read by this author but it will not be my last. I finished this book within I to 2 days. I was drawn into this story by the level of commitment displayed between Caro and Auerlio, and the entire Santos family. There have so much affection for each other. That kind of love is healing. I am was happy that Caro is getting to experience such devotion.

    As a Mental Health provider and a victim of trauma, I applaud the writers accurate depiction of Caro's response to living with trauma.
    The author demonstrated a great deal of sensitivity in her handling of this topic. Caro was a strong and accomplished woman who was made stronger by allowing Aurelio to support her throughout this story. Caro did not allow her trauma history define her as a person.
    She was a warrior, brave before, during and after her ordeal. She has come out stronger. She didn't let Stoller Senior break her or his son.
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  • Katie Browne
    5.0 out of 5 stars I didn't expect this!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2024
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    This book took me by surprise. I read all the trigger warnings, so I thought I knew what was coming. I have read all the previous Golden Knight book and have enjoyed the series a great deal!
    The depth of character Ms. Alden created in Vega, astounded me, staying true to the characters she had shown us in the previous books, it all came together.
    She choose to write a fierce, and compelling cast of characters and weave them into a frighteningly realistic plot line while still giving us a HEA.
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  • Nancy Guthrie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Riveting story!!!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2024
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    I read the blurb and warnings , this book was a wonderful story. Gritty, romantic and spell binding. The circumstances are truly believable today. Enjoyed this series and recommend to all.
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  • Inigo
    5.0 out of 5 stars Romantic Suspense
    Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2024
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    Loved the main characters and the thread of suspense throughout. It’s a neat thriller with Maya’s lovely style of romance woven in, a little different from her usual style and I enjoyed the read
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  • Cassie Geer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyed this one
    Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2025
    Vega was such a bad*ss! And I just loved how strong and caring Aurelio was :) Vega definitely needed someone like him to hold onto while she was dealing with her trauma. Great book!
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  • Tina Howell
    5.0 out of 5 stars So much love and support
    Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2024
    I loved this book so much! Aurelio and Caroline's characters won my heart! This book brought so much emotion! There is suspense and fear about the serial killer. Caroline suffer severe trauma which still affects her years later. It affects how she approaches relationships and how she trusts. I loved how Aurelio supports Caroline through all of it. He listened to her and understood but stayed. He held her and loved her through so much! He made sure she was safe and through all of that Caro was able to see she could trust him. I can't say enough how much I loved this book. I have reread it multiple times. I highly recommend.
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  • EM
    2.0 out of 5 stars poorly edited
    Reviewed in France on October 28, 2024
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    I love Maya Alden’s books and this is the first book of hers I have come across that was poorly edited. Words were missing in sentences, wrong tense of verbs. The enjoyment of reading was taken away when sentences had to be read twice. That is why I have given it only two stars.
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  • Hannah Murray
    5.0 out of 5 stars A change of pace
    Reviewed in Australia on December 29, 2024
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    Caro/Vega and Aurelio’s story is completely different to the others in the Golden Knights series, and represents a shift away from Ms Alden’s usual genres. It’s always a risk to change things up but in this case, the gamble paid off. It’s very clear this book has been well-researched to give the procedural part of the story credibility. Ms Alden chose to use four POVs instead of her usual two, which really added to the suspense.

    Out of all the changes, I appreciated the difference in the relationship between Caro and Aurelio most. Caro is the one who is reluctant to commit further in their relationship due to her traumatic past, while Aurelio is patient, loving and steadfast. He never puts a foot wrong and their relationship is never in jeopardy across the book.

    All up, I really enjoyed this fast-pasted, suspenseful thriller and I strongly encourage Ms Alden to write more books like this in the future.
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  • Jenii
    5.0 out of 5 stars A must read book from a must read series
    Reviewed in India on February 28, 2024
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    It's not everyday that you leave all your work coz you just want to finish the book you started ☺️

    What started as a love series, definitely ended with a bang. All along the series, Vega was around, but always like an enigma

    And her on and off relationship with Aurelio was one which wasn't much highlighted except for the fact that she had thrown her drink at him 😛

    And when you start reading her book, there's no stopping till you know what's happening here

    The story is gripping and chilling right from the beginning and you cannot leave it unfinished

    I am in love with Aurelio, who always has Caro's back, no matter what... who stays in the background, understands her and silently supports her at every stage... I wish all our men were like him 🥰

    The way Maya has handled the complex human emotions, be it Caro, Soller, the killer or everyone else involved is commendable, and this entire series is highly recommended for a pleasant reading experience

    Like the blurb says- R u ready to face the butterfly 🦋
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  • Ms. Bhatia
    5.0 out of 5 stars The love that survived
    Reviewed in India on January 31, 2024
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    Omg! What did I just read! This book is actually the first of its kind that I read as it made me struggle with the curious brain of mind who couldn't stop pondering over the culprit. It was unputdownable as I finished it in a few hours putting all my heart and brain into it. I am so fudging glad that I guessed the killer in the beginning itself. I loved the kind of love they had. A man like Aurelio is a blessing who knows how to protect, cherish and unconditionally love her tough self. His patience that broke her walls and her strength to let him in remains the best part. Every inch of this book was precious and I loved feeling this journey up close with my curious eyes scanning every scenario and invested heart swooning over their love. A beautiful read!
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  • luv2read
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
    Reviewed in India on February 15, 2024
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    Having read the previous books in this wonderful series golden knights, im aquaited with caroline and Aurelio. The first word that comes in my head when i say caroline is phoenix. A strong woman who doesnt fall for a man.... I always expected her story to be very different...and the author had done very well  keeping my expectations in tact...... I loved this book.

    The book started as a romance one and it smoothly turns into a thriller, never leaving a gap ro reveal the suspence.. excellently written.perfect plot, well penned story. There was time when I wanted to rush to LAPD  and inform them where to search for evidence...... So invilved you get once you start with the book. the tender love AURELIO  gives to vega, you have no chance but to fall in love with him..

    An excellent read maya alden.
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