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Shattered Obsession

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He’s a hockey God and her brother’s best friend.
She’s starting over in NYC and helping clear his name.
They’re navigating a dangerous game, torn between loyalty, love, and a life-changing secret from the past.


Zoe

Everything in life is temporary; and eventually everyone leaves. Everyone except for my older brother Aaron, who is a billionaire realtor residing in New York City. We haven't seen each other in a while but that’s about to change. Thanks to my PR company relocating me to our NYC office, which means I will be moving in with Aaron.
And guess who lives in the same building? His best friend, Dominik Lewis, the captain of the NY Slashers pro hockey team and the guy who has had a grudge against me forever. To make matters worse, Dominik recently got himself into some trouble for being a notorious player, and I’ve been reluctantly assigned to help clear his name.
But how do you pretend to date someone who can’t even stand to be in the same room as you?

Dominik

She is the sole object of all my pain and desire.
I’ve spent years trying to let go of my obsession with my best friend’s sister. Especially after that night in Boston, at a masquerade ball where a terrible secret was born. I’ve pushed everything aside and focused on what truly matters: hockey.
It was all going well until Zoe showed up out of the blue, throwing my life into complete disarray. The past and present are intertwining, but I need to forget the night she unknowingly revealed her darkest fantasies to me.

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First published March 4, 2024

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Tina Spencer

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Tina Spencer, a Canadian author, has held a lifelong passion for spinning tales since early childhood. Hoping to follow her dreams of becoming an author one day, she pursued a bachelor’s degree in English Literature and Communications. When Tina’s not spending her free time writing and agonizing over her fictional characters, she’s working through her endless TBR, spending time with her family, traveling, and attempting to get some sleep. 

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Profile Image for Anastasia シ.
770 reviews262 followers
June 11, 2025
╭ ✦ •
│ ⊹ 𝟺 𝚜𝚝𝚊𝚛𝚜, 𝚏𝚞𝚕𝚕 𝚁𝚎𝚟𝚒𝚎𝚠 𝚘𝚗 𝚖𝚢 𝚋𝚕𝚘𝚐! ⊹
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Dark hockey romance, yes yes yes!!!

“I like the torment because it means I’m still capable of feeling. Until it fades away and a quiet numbness takes over.”


I was completely captivated from beginning to end. This first installment of the duet concludes with a jaw-dropping cliffhanger, leaving readers eagerly anticipating the sequel.

Zoe's life hasn't been the best, constantly being reminded by her parents that she's worthless and won't amount to anything. The only aspect she feels she can manage is the selection of men she allows into her life. When the chance arises to explore her deepest desires with a stranger, she seizes it eagerly. It fulfills her expectations in every way, except for one crucial detail—she never sees his face or learns his real name. Nevertheless, she's learned to always exit before emotions get involved, ensuring she controls her heart.

Dominik, Zoe's brother's best friend since high school. He's dark, possessive, edgy, and sure he has flaws, but he's the perfect book boyfriend!!

We get the typical, "my sister is off-limits" trope, and yeah, despite being warned to never pursue her romantically, Dominik respects this boundary....kinda.  While at a BDSM masquerade ball one night, Dominik instantly recognizes Zoe. Unable to resist this magnetic pull toward her has towards her, he convinces himself it's just a one-night indulgence to quell his desires. Little does he know, his attraction for Zoe only intensifies with time. Like he is OBSESSED, in a good way.

Can we talk about that CLIFFHANGER, I don't want to give anything away but holy shit when she realizes... I felt so sad for her! 

One issue, which honestly does not make sense to me, is how does she not recognize him at the BDSM party? As only half his face was covered. He’s literally her brother's best friend since HS, also his voice?? surely she’d recognize it? It's just slightly unrealistic. 

“…his intricate, black Victorian mask back in place, covering half his beautiful face…”


But overall, I LOVED THIS!! It was soo heartwrenchingly good I need more! I loved their chemistry and their budding romance. I'm obsessed with these two!

If you love,

❥Fake dating
❥Brothers best friend
❥Pro hockey player
❥Primal play
❥BDSM
❥Forced proximity
❥Forbidden romance
❥SPICY!!!

then you should read this!!

Thank you for the ARC, Tina<3

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1,038 reviews873 followers
May 1, 2024
“Like a wildfire, she blazes through me, destroying every ounce of willpower I have remaining.”

i’ve never read a dark hockey romance before, so this book immediately caught my attention. i was wary of the fact that this had dub-con, cause that’s a trigger/trope that i hate. but despite the darker topics and situations in here, i loved this book and it’s characters— the tension between Zoe and Dominik was beyond palpable and the bits of spice that were given did not disappoint. i thought this would just be a steamy book with no substance, but i ended up being pleasantly surprised that i was kinda wrong. the cliffhanger ending is criminal btw.. i need the next book NOWWWW!

“I like the torment because it means I’m still capable of feeling. Until it fades away and a quiet numbness takes over.”

Zoe - i have never related to a character more and she’s the main reason for the high rating. the way she processes her familial trauma and intrusive thoughts had me in my feels.. maybe it’s because of my current headspace, but something about reading from her perspective felt so therapeutic for me. i also just think she’s funny af and i loved how willing she was to help Dominik and the way she cared so much for her brother— she holds no resentment and came across as a very strong person in search of her place in life.

“You think you’re not scared of me. Until I decide to hunt you down and take what’s mine. I play dirty when provoked. And you’re fucking provoking me.”

Dominik - he’s the literal definition of a man obsessed. he does questionable things that are 100% red flags but they look green to me with the way he worships the ground Zoe walks on. i loved how he empowered Zoe to voice her desires and made her feel comfortable at every moment— whether she knew it directly or not. the fact that he’s hot is just icing on the cake lol. i thought his internal struggle to do right by his bestfriend while also caring for Zoe so deeply from afar was admirable in a sense, he’s really nothing like what i originally expected.

”She thinks people don’t see the way she hides, and maybe she’s right, maybe people don’t notice, but I do. I’ve always noticed.”

so.. was this the best written book ever? no. was there some corny phrases? yes. did any of that bother me? not at all. the one thing i did want more of was actual hockey scenes with Dominik on the ice, but im hoping that’ll be in the next book. all my favorite tropes were in here too: brothers best friend, forced proximity and fake dating, so i can’t really complain too much.

”These walls will never witness anything more beautiful than Zoe Jackson. She is the most priceless piece of art there is.”

Dominik’s physical description - 6’5, neck and upper body tattoos, shaggy black hair with one blue eye and one hazel eye.. (you’re welcome, im deceased and goodnight).
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336 reviews
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March 14, 2025
What’s the point of labeling your mmc as “obsessed” when he fucked around after being with the fmc? I swear some of y’all authors just love tossing the word obsessed around 🤦🏻‍♀️
207 reviews19 followers
June 18, 2024
It had a lot of potential. I love a good over the top obsessed MMC. The issue with this is he supposedly is so obsessed that he fucks her in a mask stalks her but fucks and fucks other women. It was a lame excuse not to pursue her. He lied to her. He betrayed her. He used other women to try and get over it. I wish that was called out more. Even if you are not in a relationship no ones wants to be fucked in place of another person where the other person is thinking of another woman. I would have loved this book if I felt like he was truly obsessed but I did not. He went six years without going for her. He wanted to get rid of her. The fucking around really leaves a bad taste and I really struggle in believing the relationship or feelings when this is done. The scene where he hooks up with a OW and hightails it out feeling bad and not getting off. He still made that decision to use that woman. He is so obsessed he is doing that really far in. Not kissing anyone big fucking deal. Sticking your dick in someone is pretty darn personal. If you think kissing is the line while you continue to fuck others I don’t believe you will stay faithful I mean apparently what’s the big deal right? Disappointed!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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699 reviews334 followers
March 20, 2024
I am actually a bit surprised at how let down I am by this one. I don’t know if I just set my expectations too high or if it was just because I was in a bit of a slump or what, but ultimately I was a little bored and it took me a while to get into this one. I will say I did quite enjoy the flashbacks to the primal play masquerade scene, but other than that literally nothing happened until roughly 60% into the book. That cliffhanger though…OUCH! I have a feeling part two is going to be much more entertaining and I cannot wait to find out.

Thank you to the author for the eARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

3.5⭐️ rounded up
1.5🔥
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503 reviews6 followers
September 3, 2025
Cliffhanger ending....

KU Read
350ish Pages
Dark Hockey Romance
Forbidden
Brothers Best Friend
Fake Dating
Secret Identities
It's Always Been Her
Stalking/Primal Play/BDSM

I really enjoyed this book, but I will have to start the second book immediately because of the cliffhanger ending that this one ended on. I like FMC Zoe immensely and was rooting for her from the get-go. Dom, however, is a bit cray cray, but he certainly had all the "Dom vibes" and plays it well.
This is my first book by Tina Spencer, so I am adjusting to her writing style, but so far, so good. I plan on bingeing this entire series.
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1,480 reviews123 followers
August 6, 2024
370+ pages and ends on a cliffhanger? Ugh.

This was steamy and fun but I don’t know if I want to continue with the next book. Maybe? 🤷🏼‍♀️.
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273 reviews2 followers
January 25, 2025
3/5 🖤🏒

why was the ending a cliffhanger? this was good but it was repetitive and i honestly didn’t like the fmc
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160 reviews2 followers
September 21, 2025
Kitapta son 120 sayfam falan var ama ben kendime bitirme kötülüğü yapmayacağım. Yani gerçekten zor okumak gibi bir işkenceye dönüşecek yoksa.

Friends to lovers, Second Chance ya da buna benzer geçmiş temalı kitapların çoğunu sevmememin tek nedeni var; erkeklerin ‘aşık’ olduklarını iddia ettikleri halde pantolonlarını kapalı tutamaması. Yani… hadi ama bu saatten sonra senin sevgine nasıl inanayım?

Bu kitapta da güya Dominik en yakın arkadaşının kız kardeşine liseden beri takıntılı. İzliyor, ara sıra takip ediyor falan. Ama beyefendi kızları götürmeye de devam ediyor, hiç geri kalır mı? Hatta katıldığı bir maskeli baloda Zoe’yi görünce ona kim olduğunu söylemeden bir gece geçiriyorlar ve sonra bom! Kıza açılmak yerine, duygularının arkasında durmak yerine kaçıp gidiyor ve aradan geçen altı yıl boyunca erkek fahişesi oluyor. Hadi dedim buna da tamam! Maksat hikayenin sonunu öğreneyim ama benim de bir sınırım var. Beyefendi Zoe tekrar hayatına girdiği halde onu aklından atmak için başka bir hatunu atıyor yatağa… Kusura bak ve siktir git.

Bununla işim bitti. Zamanıma ve gözlerime yazık.
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276 reviews755 followers
June 3, 2024
I knew I loved butterflies for a reason 🦋
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613 reviews238 followers
March 13, 2024
I have found my new dark hockey romance obsession. This book literally surprised me and I was not expecting to be as obsessed as I am. I immediately fell in love with Tina’s writing style and captivated from beginning to end. This book is part 1 in a duet so it ends on a cliffhanger and it’s a doozy.

This story follows Zoe and Dominik. They have known each other for years through Zoe’s brother. Zoe is having to move to NY and live with her brother for a while after a situation at her job takes a turn. Dominik is her brother’s NHL playing BFF and who as been secretly obsessed with Zoe for years. Dom has a PR nightmare situation come about and ends up fake dating Zoe….and that’s all I want to say.

These characters and this book was everything! The inner battle that Dominik struggles with to keep himself in check with his attraction to Zoe and loyalty to his BFF will have you on the edge of your seat. Their story is so complex. Zzoe has had such a hard life, but is such a strong FMC. Dominik is hard to read and understand, but once you do everything makes sense. Their connection to one another is so magnetic
I really enjoyed the past and present narratives. I know that isn’t a popular opinion but I really enjoyed seeing those past moments between the two of them.

Thank you to Tina and team for the eARC. Literally salivating at the mouth for book 2…I can’t believe you did us like that.

Overall: 5
Spice: 3

Tropes:
- Dark Romance
- Fake Dating
- Brothers Best Friend
- Primal Play
- Forced Proximity
- Forbidden Romance
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321 reviews580 followers
May 23, 2024
Stop what you are doing immediately and make Shattered Obsession your next read! You are going to be obsessed with this book just like Dominik is OBSESSED with Zoe! I just buddy read this book and we all went feral for Dominik Lewis and I think you will too! So if you love a hockey romance with darker topics with BDSM k!nky goodness, this one is for you!

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶

Dominik despises his best friend's little sister. He's spent years overtly "hating" her. But the problem is he doesn't hate her at all. In fact, he's obsessed with her but she's strictly off-limits. Until one night in Boston 6 years ago changes everything. This night harbors a deep dark secret that Dominik has been hiding deep in is closet. And he thinks it will never see the light of day until Zoe's shows up out of the blue that throws Dominik's life into a complete disarray. So the question is, can Dominik forget that one night in Boston that will reveal some of their darkest secrets and fantasies?

📚 Book Tropes:
- Dark Hockey Romance
- Obsessive/Possessive OTT Hero
- Brother's Best Friend
- Fake Dating
- Forced Proximity
- Stalker MMC
- Forbidden Romance
- BD$M/K!nk
- Primal & Mask Play
- Childhood Trauma

💭 My Thoughts: It's as if Tina herself was like I am going to write a book that is specifically for Kayla. Because when I tell you that this book had ALL of my favorite tropes, it had ALL OF MY FAVORITE TROPES! I'm a hoe for the brother's best friend trope. It makes me so feral. But sprinkle in a hockey player MMC with dark elements and your girl is sold! It's an automatic read for me. And let me tell you something, it only took me 5 chapters to realize that Dominik was now on my favorite book boyfriend list and that this was going to be a 5 star read for me! I could NOT put this book down!

One of my favorite characteristics that a MMC can possess if when they are so damn obsessed with the FMC. And this man is SOOOOOO OBSESSED! And I loved every moment of it! Now I won't talk about the major secret that Dominik has been hiding for years that Zoe does not know because it will ruin the spicy goodness of Part Two and it will also ruin the cliffhanger but it's so good! Like the fact that this man did what he did to help her lean into some fantasies was pure perfection. And the way he tried to get over his obsession but can't was so good.

As for Zoe, she has a very traumatic past. Growing up with parents who can kick rocks, it unfortunately has created the adult that Zoe is today. She feels unwanted, unloved and inadequate in all aspects of her life. She truly hit rock bottom in this book so I am excited to see her rise above and become a strong woman in book 2. She deserves the best and I know Dominik will give her that. Also her parents deserve a good throat punching. As for her brother Aaron, I have some suspicions about him. My gut tells me he's keeping some major secrets. Because he's very unlikable in this book.

At the end of the day, I just want to express how much I truly enjoyed this book! I lead a buddy read group on IG with this book and when I tell you we ALL collectively rated this book 5 stars and were all FERAL for Dominik should tell you all you need to know. So please do yourself a favor and add this one to your TBR! You will not be disappointed!
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924 reviews87 followers
August 10, 2025
Okay let's talk about how I straight devoured this and cannot wait to dive into Shattered Hearts after the way this ended! The banter, angst, and tension between Dom and Zoe is insane and so addictive! After a very hot and steamy night together 6 years ago, Dom has not been able to get Zoe off his mind....and it seems that Zoe also has never forgotten her masked man that night either. If you love a darker hockey romance, then you definitely need to check this book out! The audiobook is narrated in dual by Alora Daniel & Brandon Francis and it was so easy to binge listening to it!

Read if you enjoy:
-Brother's best friend
-Hockey player MMC
-Fake dating
-Forced proximity
-BDSM/kinks
-Primal play
-Mask play
-Obsessed and possessive MMC
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223 reviews1,173 followers
April 26, 2025
So I had the pleasure of listening to the audiobook for this book and let me just say how good it was! The narrators were great and did an amazing job with this book. For the actual book itself, it had a great plot, a bit more of a slow burn but it was a brothers best friends fake girlfriend romance, a bit of enemies to lovers kind of situation. And even though it was a slow burn it had some great spice and tension which I’m hoping will carry on and get even more in the second book!
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1,401 reviews229 followers
October 13, 2024
Sigh. I had high hopes for this & I shouldn’t have 😬

bdsm x hockey player x brothers best friend x forced proximity
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2,679 reviews4,499 followers
May 29, 2024
Ehhh... too many unanswered questions. And NOT because it's a cliffhanger. Just a hit mess all around.

3 stars
3 on the spice scale
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13 reviews
February 24, 2024
BETA and then ARC reading this book has been such a privilege. The way Tina writes just sucks you right into the story and it's captivating in every way.

“Just so you know, once you say yes…once we start, there is no going back. You’re mine for the night.”
- Dominik

About the book:
• It has the perfect book boyfriend. He's dark, possessive, edgy and will go to the ends of the earth to fight for our FMC
• It features an FMC who is super sweet yet has the dirtiest mind
• This is a book you will highlight the Fudge out of
• Superb A++++ Writing!!!!!!!

Tropes:
• Fake dating
• Brothers best friend
• Pro hockey player
• Primal play 🥵
• Forced proximity
• Forbidden romance

You have quite simply done it again Tins!
When you write something, it is so amazing that I've been agonizing since I finished the Beta version about how I will do this book justice because it is everything I didn't know I needed. It's dark and edgy yet also funny and light. Reading this book has made me feel more confident, has made me realize that certain needs aren't weird or special at all and has made me long for someone who sees me the way Dom sees Zoe.

Booksta: Eemsbooks
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327 reviews34 followers
May 12, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.75!

this was a quick 2 day read. I LOVED every second.
think, enemies to lovers
brothers best friend
stalking
bdsm
MMC falls first
Uhhhhhh😍
This book was everything. The cliffhanger ending has me choking while I wait for the next book🥹
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482 reviews30 followers
June 11, 2025
4.5⭐️

OMFG!! 🥵 😈

Well that was unexpected and SO FUN. running to book 2.

Not 5 stars for me tho bc I feel like while the ending was a cliffhanger- this feels like it could just be one book? It feels unfinished- and like no conclusion before the second book?

Idk if that makes much sense but that’s how I feel
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260 reviews150 followers
March 14, 2024
I was craving a dark hockey romance & Tina came through and made it even better by adding the tropes; brothers best friend, heavy bdsm &fake dating.

I devoured this book, it was a one sitting read that had me hooked from the beginning all the way to the cliffhanger & god damn where it leaves off has me so excited for book 2.

I went into this blind and i loved the wild ride it took me one. If you are a dark romance lovers with no hard triggers I highly recommend going in blind.

Dominik has been obsessed with Zoe since high school & Zoe is convinced her brother’s best friend has always hated her. Little does she know that he doesn’t hate her…. he’s obsessed with her.
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81 reviews4 followers
March 3, 2024
I totally fell in love with Tina's writing style. It immediately sucks you in and captivates you. I somehow missed (or forgot) everything pointing to the fact that this is a duet, so that ending KILLED ME. I CAN'T WAIT FOR BOOK TWO.

Read this if you love:
• hockey romance
• brothers bestie trope
• stalker vibes
• strong heroine
• bdsm
• MMC completely obsessed with the FMC
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64 reviews3 followers
February 11, 2024
Y’all are not ready for the start of this duet! You’ll need some popcorn cause this story is full of twists you won’t expect!

Zoe has not had an easy life at all. I mean how would you feel if your parents repeatedly told you that you are worthless and will never amount to anything. The only thing she feels like she can control are the guys she lets into her life. When she has the opportunity to let her guard down and explore her deepest and darkest desires with a stranger she takes it. It’s everything she imagined except for one little thing. She never got to see his face and get his real name. But if she has learned anything it’s to always leave before any feelings happen so she can stay in control of her heart.

Dominik first met Zoe when he became best friends with her brother in high school. But when her brother warned him to never ever touch her he respected his wishes. That is until he spots her one night at a BDSM masquerade ball. How could he resist the pull he had towards her. He just thought he could have one night and get it out of his system. What he didn’t realize was for his attraction for her to grow even more. He does everything he can to get her out of his head and push her away. Too bad fate has other plans….

Can they figure out a way to be together? Will Dominik finally break the one rule his best friend gave him? Will Zoe finally believe she is good enough for someone?

Well you’ll just have to read to find out! I will warn you this does end on a huge cliffhanger that you won’t see coming. You’ll be begging Tina for book 2 immediately!

Stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️���️
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16 reviews2 followers
February 29, 2024
ARC REVIEW ~

Rating - 4/5
Spice - 3.5/5


I was given an ARC copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

This book was a trippppp, I typically don't enjoy books with cliffhangers unless I have the next book lined up and ready to go but let. me. tell. you. It was worth the agony of having to wait for Shattered Hearts.

Dominik is a pro-hockey player with a playboy image that has had an obsession with Zoe since he met her in high school. You have the typical "if I can't have her I'll pretend I hate her" attitude with Dom but there was a lot of layers beneath the character. With a love for stalking, Haunting and Hunting Adeline fans would enjoy this book as well as those who love a good dark hockey romance. It is a slowwwww burn (think Penelope Douglas) and at times I was wanting it to pick up a little faster, but the last 25% or so of the book made up for it when the pieces all started falling into place.

Zoe's parents neglect is heartbreaking and her self-deprecating was sad to read and almost too common. Her character was relatable and likable, and I'm excited to see more of her and Aaron's relationship because I do not trust Aaron tbh. The way Aaron casted Zoe aside once their parents came into town was maddening and made me wonder about him and the mystery behind his "constant working" (or was he????)

Overall the book was great, it was a book that reminded me how much I enjoy reading and the insane emotions the fictional words can pull from you, and has me ready for the second one. If you enjoy dark romance, hockey, morally grey men, BDSM and CNC this book is right up your alley.
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24 reviews3 followers
February 29, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5/5
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

I am left feeling so many things after reading Shattered Obsession…Tina Spencer, you are a god. Thank you so much for this ARC of your book!!!🖤✨

I loved the unraveling of secrets throughout the book, and Tina, as much as I hate you for the cliffhanger, I love you at the same time and cannot wait for the second book.

I seriously could not put this book down. Every spare moment in my day was spent reading it. Dom isn’t the only obsessive one…

Dom is everything a dark book boyfriend should be. He is possessive, and would do anything to protect his love, Zoe. He has been looking out for her since day one, sharing her pain and wishing he could burn down the world for her.🖤🏒

✨what to expect:✨
• best-friends little sister
• mask kink
• forced proximity
• stalking
• enemies-to-lovers
• BDSM
• primal play
• forbidden romance
• fake dating

now, the ONLY reason I knocked the rating by .5 is because at times I felt the backstories were repetitive. I felt I was reading the same thing I already knew multiple times…BUT THATS MY ONLY NOTE <3

last thing, the BDSM mansion was EVERYTHING.

This book is now my life, and I am forever obsessed with Dominik.🖤
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1,038 reviews
June 15, 2024
❌ Shelves Book´s 1-2 (Dominik Lewis & Zoe Jackson): stupid-drama, forbidden-love-stupid, second-chance, time-apart-or-separation, both-non-celibate-during-separations, both-with-others-after-meeting, both-sleeps-with-others-after-connection, non-virgin-mcs, manwhore, heroine-promiscuous, heroine-emotional-cheating, hero-emotional-cheating, om-ow-drama, om-ow-sex, brother-s-best-friend, best-friends-sister, best-friend’s-little-sister, known-since-childhood, friends-to-lovers, friends-with-benefits, enemies-to-lovers, forced-proximity, neighbors, roommate, one-bed, fake-dating, stalking, flashbacks, hidden-identity, mask-play, primal-play, exhibitionism, kink-exploration, bdsm, sex-club, sexual-scandal-heroine/ex-lover/ex-boss, cynical-hypocritical-heroine, heroine-bitch, hated-heroine, hated-hero, hero-idiot, pathetically-obsessed-hero, found-family, hockey, sports, contemporaneo, new-adult, mf, no-thanks, not-safe.



🚫 N O T A S 🚫
× Comenzamos el libro con el personaje principal, Zoe, participando en actividades adultas con su jefe, quien, como era de esperar, es un idiota.
× Zoe vive en Boston y después de dar por finalizada la aventura con su jefe (+ escándolo) termina siendo trasladada a Nueva York. Zoe se muda con su hermano, Aaron. En el mismo edificio de su hermano vive también Dominick.
× Dominick ha sido el mejor amigo de Aaron desde la secundaria.
× Zoe es la hermana pequeña de Aaron.
× Zoe es el amor platónico de Dominik desde la adolescencia. Zoe también ha sentido atracción y fascinación por Dominik desde siempre (Pero en vez de comunicarse preferían andar con otras personas. Lo típico en este tipo de historias estúpidas. Como la típica y TONTA excusa en estas historias: ¡El hermano/amigo! Dos persona que prefieren ser infelices por no hacer "daño" a un idiota que, en la mayoría de los libros, acaba aceptando encantado la relación. 😆)
× Dominik es un jugador estrella de hockey con reputación negativa de mujeriego. Necesita renovar su imagen y es aquí donde ingresa Zoe, quien también está lidiando con su propio escándalo (ex jefe, ex amante)
× A través de flashbacks descubrimos que hace un par de años (¿4?), mientras Dominik estaba en un baile de máscaras BDSM, reconoce instantáneamente a Zoe. Incapaz de resistir su atracción por ella decide seducirla, convenciéndose así mismo de que será sólo un capricho de una noche para sofocar sus deseos... Entonces Dominik y Zoe tienen una noche de pasión. Pero mientras Dominik sabe que es Zoe con quien se está acostando, Zoe no. Ella simplemente cree que su misterioso amante es un completo extraño. Dominik lleva una máscara... Un poco absurdo que Zoe no reconozca a Dom, ya que la máscarara solo le cubre la mitad del rostro; además, está el tamaño y forma de su cuerpo, su color de cabello y ojos, su olor, su voz... Ridículo. Pero Zoe es ridícula, así que nada sorprendente.
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37 reviews
February 23, 2024
The way I DEVOURED this book in less than 48 hours… of course it’s a five-star read - OMG. If you like dark romance, forced proximity, brother’s best friend, hockey super star reads, let me tell you, you are in for a wild ride. This book is so well written, I don’t even feel like I was reading a book. I was completely immersed in their world, this duo is absolutely to die for. There were so many instances where my heart was going to leave my body. I love when a book can make me feel so many emotions. This book includes dual POV and is broken up into 3 parts which ties their story wonderfully. I’m ready for that second book with that ending. It was everything I had hoped for. Also, let’s take a moment to appreciate the fact that the main characters actually enjoy reading too! It makes them all the more relatable and the Spotify playlist is 🔥Anyways, go buy this book! Save the date for March 14, 2024! Thank you to the author for letting me be an ARC reader, I’m your newest #1 fan!
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56 reviews1 follower
February 15, 2024
Zade WHO? Dominik Lewis has taken the crown. I found myself completely captivated with Tina’s writing style instantly. With this being a dark hockey romance, I wasn’t expecting this high level of prose, but I don’t think I have ever saved or highlighted so many eloquent quotes or paragraphs in a dark romance novel. This story is BEAUTIFULLY written and I found myself getting totally immersed in these characters. Especially Zoe. Her trauma and personality resonated with me in a way that I will never get over.

The inner battle that Dominik struggles with to keep himself in check will have you on the edge of your seat. The spice to plot ratio was perfect for me, but might seem slow for those who don’t enjoy a slower burn. Definitely check trigger warnings (as you always should) and be mindful that this ends on a “cliffy” and book 2 isn’t out yet. HOWEVER, it’s now my favorite cliffhanger of all time, ever. Thank you Tina for deciding to share Dom and Zoe’s story. I can’t wait for more!
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135 reviews4 followers
June 3, 2024
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If you have. Been wanting more out of your hockey romances... something a little... Darker.. THIS 👏 IS 👏 FOR 👏 YOU 👏 Dom has quickly become top tier MMC for me. His primal nature, his love for Zoe, his possessiveness all of it was perfection 🤌
I liked Zoe, although there were times I wanted to yell... How do you not know! But overall this story hooked me. The masquerade ball 🥵 Literally couldn't put it down. I read it with a group of friends on IG and our chats were blowing up.

The cliffhanger this leave on killed me... I need book 2 yesterday

What you'll find:

⛓ Primal Play
🖤 Fake Dating
⛓️ K! nks & BD$M
🖤 Brothers Best Friend
⛓️ Forced Proximity
🖤 Pro Hockey Player
⛓️ Mask Play
🖤 It's always been you
⛓️ St@lker/Possessive MMC
🖤 Forbidden Romance
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336 reviews2 followers
March 14, 2025
2.5 ⭐️ didn’t realize it was a 2 book series and this could’ve been one book there were so many parts that could’ve been left out but I did eat it up and I will be reading the second book because I need to know what happens
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