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Killer in our Pocket

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It's been twelve years since my sister was abducted. Twelve long years of preparation, physically, mentally and emotionally. The moment Ivy was taken, I made a promise to find vengeance and end anyone involved. Finding her became my sole purpose, the only thing that mattered.

Until he arrived, taking me at knife point, distracting me from my goals. He gives me a companionship I didn’t even know I needed, drawn to the same darkness. Hired to kill the man I had in my sights, it was a meet-cute for the ages.

She's not who I expect to find. Yet, when I'm reunited with my childhood crush I can't help but begin to find myself again. She was abducted not long after my sister, used and abused for over a decade.

But will she allow us to help her heal? Only time and bloodshed will tell.

Killer In Our Pocket is unlike anything L. Clara has previously written. Be prepared to dive into a dark romance.

As always, check your triggers before continuing as your mental health is more important to me than you reading my book.

212 pages, Paperback

Published July 16, 2024

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L. Clara

10 books113 followers

L. Clara is an award winning amazon international best selling author who lives in south central PA with her husband and their son. When she's not writing she's trying to convince her husband to adopt every animal - because who doesn't want a house cow, right? Her love of Gilmore Girls transcends into her day to day life in the form of a fast talking, coffee obsessed daisy lover. Although daises have been her favorite flower since she was a kid. You can catch her listening to audiobooks on the daily or when she has time to sit down and enjoy a book on her kindle she's reading all things romance.

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Profile Image for Morgan Hopkins .
145 reviews8 followers
July 7, 2024
This book was fantastic. I was hooked from the first few pages. I loved Ak and a Pocket. Check your trigger warnings
Profile Image for Brittany Thomas.
244 reviews10 followers
July 1, 2024
This was such a fantastic read. It had everything! An incredible plot that takes you through all the emotions. Smut ohhhhh the smut. Cough cough shower scene 🔥🔥 and interesting characters that keep you entertained the entire time!

Beware of hooks and fireworks. 😂
Profile Image for Pageturner_ Ashley.
128 reviews6 followers
July 23, 2024
Street Team Review

𝒦𝒾𝓁𝓁𝑒𝓇 𝐼𝓃 𝒪𝓊𝓇 𝒫𝑜𝒸𝓀𝑒𝓉-𝕂𝕀𝕆ℙ

Well shit, I don’t have very many words. This was definitely different. If you’re easily bothered, read the trigger warnings below.

This book had my attention from the very first chapter…it was full of suspense. My heart was in my gut - no joke! It was a quick read and I finished in less than 24 hours. It was steamy and dark…full of MF and MFF spice. Like, my body was flushed it was so damn spicy. There were plenty of times I caught myself staring at the wall like “what just happened.” But I’ll be honest about halfway through I felt like the plot kinda fell off and it became straight smut. Don’t get me wrong, I love me some smut. However, I do wish there was much more to the story. I wish we dived into her past a bit more…I just wanted more. Overall a good read, but I’m in love with this author and her previous books are top tier. She set her own standards and they are high AF 😆 This was just missing a little something.
Profile Image for Bethany.
71 reviews4 followers
July 26, 2024
This book was such a wild ride. I haven’t read a lot of MFF and I enjoyed the change up from my usuals.

This book was dark and so spicy. It’s been a long time since I’ve read a book that had me swinging back and forth from being bothered in both good ways and bad. Everyone is their own shade of morally grey and I loved seeing their different levels of f^cked.

I do wish we could have seen a bit more of one of the FMC’s past, especially since it leaned towards mostly smut after the halfway point, but overall I’m pretty happy with this one.

While I definitely recommend reading this, PAY ATTENTION TO THE TRIGGER WARNINGS. Seriously this one is not for the faint of heart and it is not a light story in any way, not even the spice (forreal Clara, you got pretty creative on those supplemental toys).

I believe this is the first dark story the author has written and if so, I hope she does more because I read all 180 something pages in one sitting (who needs sleep anyway).
Profile Image for Nicole Zarut.
136 reviews9 followers
February 6, 2025
“Beautiful, I will kill everyone in this room without a second thought if I think they pose a threat. I just want to show off what’s mine.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

My my, who would have thought Ms. Clara can write this dark!? 😜🤪 it was very unexpected but so good!

I loved the vibes in this book, my god I need Pocket’s self confidence, Echo’s determination & self willed and of course AK our hot MC strength. This 3 can end the world by themself and I wouldn’t even be mad hahaha. Taken ALL the bad people out, specially those that hurt WOMEN, BRING IT ON!

If you want a quick, spicyyyyyyy hot as heck MFF, pick up this book right here! Will not disappoint you on anything. The MFC is a bada$$ that can’t stand the site of a men hurting a women, she grows up to take every man out that took her sister, and in one of her k1lls she meets our Knife Daddy 🤪 and together they safe our sweet Echo, im telling you guys READ IT!
Profile Image for Spicy BookNook Reviews.
353 reviews60 followers
August 10, 2024
Wow. Wow. Wow. Like how do I even put into words what I am feeling right now? 🫨

This book was absolutely amazing. I cannot even explain this enough. I was pulled in from the very first page to the very last and ate it up!

The characters are incredible and I felt like I was watching a movie play out while reading this! Pocket is freaking nuts, but I don't even blame her one bit for it. AK, woah this man is 🫠 and Echo...oh sweet baby Echo. I love all of them so much that I'm not even sure if I can pick who my favorite is!

The trauma that both Pocket and Echo have had to endure is gut wrenching, but how they managed to come out on the other end, together, is beautiful! They may have had to break down a lot of walls and endure a lot, but together, they're unstoppable. Then adding AK into the mix was everything and more.

Ohhhh and the spice....woah nelly, it was SPICIN' 🥵

And let's not forget the amount of times that this book had me LOLing for real 🤣
Profile Image for Melissa Thyen.
221 reviews21 followers
June 29, 2024
I thoroughly enjoyed this. It gave me a bit of a Butcher and Blackbird feel. I love how the name of the book is a play on the nicknames of the main female character. The revenge is sublime, the interactions are great, and the spice is perfection.
Profile Image for Niamhyyy12.
262 reviews8 followers
July 27, 2024
Hm, the idea was decent but it lacked a plot- it was basically 100+ pages of smut which isn’t the issue- it lack character development / personality and was kinda flat

the writing was okay- readable as I did read it all but I did skimmed through a bit of it

This is a ME issue but it was too Insta love for me

Also the whole nicknames thing were cringey (definitely knife daddy) which was throughout the whole book the 1000 different names for each character made me not want to continue the book- nearly every sentence it was cringy nickname after another- a few times throughout the book would be fine but nearly every sentence was not it for me

Would of love more of a backstory from all the characters and more build up to a storyline- as the ending was rushed and I wasn’t satisfied with it

I did enjoy the character but like I said I was kinda disappointed with them as they didn’t have any personality or anything going for them

the whole MFF was 💋 but the plot failed it for me


Arc read- thank you to to the author for the arc but it wasn’t for me:(
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Profile Image for Carly Black.
Author 4 books41 followers
May 29, 2025
It has been twelve years since her sister vanished. Ivy trained her body and mind for one purpose: revenge. Then he appeared at knifepoint hired to kill her target. What starts as a brutal meet-cute turns into a fierce alliance. Together they face dark secrets and burn through danger in a hunt for justice and redemption.

I gave this five stars because it hit every note I love. The spice is off the charts, especially in the MFF scenes. Wow it is hot. Next, the pace never let up. I devoured it in just a few hours. The hitman plot mixed with a woman on a mission keeps you on edge. Moreover, the fierce chemistry sizzles and surprises. It feels like a full-throttle ride from start to finish.

The Vibes It Brings:
🔥 Sinfully spicy MFF romance
🔪 Hitman hero meets vengeance driven woman
💥 Relentless non stop action
🖤 Dark romance with raw emotion
🤝 Found family in chaos

If you love dark romance that pulls no punches and steamy scenes that will leave you breathless, this book is for you. It blends revenge drama with intense intimacy and twists that stick with you. Be sure to check the trigger warnings then buckle up for a wild chaotic adventure you will not forget. Thank you to the author for a copy of Killer in our Pocket. The opinions are my own.
214 reviews
September 8, 2024
When I see a review that states to CHECK YOUR TRIGGER WARNINGS, you know that imma check it out and this did NOT DISAPPOINT!!!

Hell to the yes!!!!

Not only were there trigger warnings that even my friends would question, it was dark, it was why choose, it was unhinged, it was smutty asf, so much humor etc etc.

I read this in a matter of hours. Stayed up incredibly late to finish this because I couldn't put it down and I needed to know how it finished.

This was definitely darker than any of L Clara's other works but I'm not complaining. Love the work of this author and will continue to read anything they write!

This storyline is definitely realistic and quite heartbreaking tbh. But I loved the characters, I loved the plot (or lack thereof due to the spice 😉). Just joking, it had plot and a great storyline but there was a lot of pages dedicated to smut and I loved every second of it!!!

Also, that Grey's Anatomy reference? So freaking good. Loved that! 😂

This was so intense from the first page and it was absolutely captivating.

This is an ARC review (a bit late, so sorry!) and this is my honest opinion.
Profile Image for Amanda Brown.
66 reviews
June 27, 2024
Before I start, I will say that you need to take the trigger warnings VERY seriously if you are easily bothered by the topics listed on it. I am not, but the topics in this book could definitely be too much for some people. Your mental health matters, so don’t read it if you are concerned about it bothering you!

With all of that said, this book absolutely captured my attention! I struggled so much to put it down (hence being able to read it in less than 24 hours 🤣). It was full of drama, dark topics, and LOTS of spice! The nicknames each character had for the others was adorable and I absolutely loved how the MMC interacted with the FMCs. Definitely give it a try!

I took a star away because there were a few typos still and it was kind of hard for me to follow what was happening in certain scenes, but aside from that, I did really enjoy this book! But it is definitely a DARK romance!
Profile Image for Crystal Reads.
1,034 reviews62 followers
June 7, 2025
This was such a dark, spicy, and quick read novella! I sat down and devoured it right away. Of course, please check all triggers before reading because there is some very dark and sensitive subjects.

Pocket is out for revenge. She wants to find who took her sister 12 years ago and she wants to make them pay. She is caught off guard when she is joined during one of her hunts by AK. And it got spicy right away. She calls him Knife Daddy and the two were inseparable ever since. Then they rescue her sister’s best friend and someone she had a crush on when she was younger. Now the three of them are out for revenge and want to take down anyone who hurt them. There are still some secrets that are going to come out, but the three get closer and closer each day.

I love a revenge story! When the ones who were hurt get to take down the bad guy and make them pay. Yes please. Threw unlikely people, brought together, and formed their own family together.

4⭐️
4🌶️
Profile Image for Sherrie Kirkland.
48 reviews3 followers
July 1, 2024
Before starting this book, make sure you read all the trigger warnings. I absolutely loved this book! I was able to read this in one day...it really snagged my attention right from the very beginning. I loved the fact that the FMC was strongly independent and handled her business when it needed to be handled! In today's times...it's hard to grasp the concept that things like this are happening all around us, makes me sit and ponder if there are real Chloe's out there seeking revenge! The MMC was also a fiercely independent man, stood back when Chloe was in her element, but was also close by when she needed him. Overall... I would 1000% recommend this book to anyone, but as I said, read those trigger warnings!
Profile Image for Skyla Belarde.
21 reviews3 followers
July 1, 2024
Damn!!!!!
I want to start this review by saying it's dark and please check TW list. With that being said...I was so impressed with this book in all of the ways. MFF is not usually my jam, but the way this author wrote her characters was chef's kiss. AK (MMC) is major "DADDY" vibes with Pocket (FMC) who despite her badass don't mess with me personality submits gladly to him. The patience they both have with Echo (FMC #2) is endearing. The three of them make a yummy dynamic that holds no jealousy or animosity with one another. The smut was smutting so hard! Every new release this author has is better and better. The growth in her writing is amazing to see...having read all of her books. I'm never dissapointed and the story will live rent free in my head for a long time!


Happy reading!
Profile Image for Lilimomlovesbooks.
260 reviews5 followers
July 2, 2024
This book is unhinged :D If you have some triggers or are a bit squirmish, definitely check those out before diving in!

I'm actually very conflicted about what to write in this review, because I don't want to give anything away :D It was a quick read with some uhm.. Interesting scenes and smutty smut.

I love the dynamic of the mains whilst questioning my sanity.

It is quite a bit darker than L. Clara's previous work, but I still enjoyed it for the most part (like I said, some scenes where... Interesting).

So, if you're a tw shopping list pro and have a strong stomach, plus enjoy some hot smut between MFF, here's a book for you!
Profile Image for The Dark Romance Lover .
176 reviews9 followers
July 10, 2024
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

• m/f/f
• why choose
• Kn!fe play
• 🩸 play
• r@pe/ n0n c0n..(female on male 1 time)
•pierced peen
• hitman MMC
• FMC looking for revenge
• 2nd FMC is slightly unhinged & @bused
• forms of t0rture
•badass revenge book!!!

Def gave off some Blackbird & Butcher vibes!!
But in this case, the FMC is on the road for vengeance, her older sister was taken when they were younger.

This book was unhinged & dark and absolutely amazing!! I love the way Pocket & A.K met. And then when Echo was introduced...everything was just on point.
The story line made since, no strings left undone, no plot holes, but that plot twist was something tho..js..
Profile Image for LeAnn Hale.
283 reviews8 followers
July 28, 2024
Wow! This book took me from anger to wtf is happening to ohh hot guy to aww how sweet! This was my first MFF. Killer was unhinged and I get why. AK was a cinnamon roll who wanted to make his girls happy, and Echo was a shy and sweet girl who found her people. They had so many cute nicknames for each other and it wasn't hard to track which nickname belonged to whom. The story was very fast-paced and had a lot of character development for each character. The pace of the book didn't take away from the story. I hope we get more of their story! I loved each character and how much they grew. Go get this book! It's dark, unhinged, and has humor, found family, and love!
Profile Image for Lori.
152 reviews14 followers
June 30, 2024
PAY ATTENTION TO TRIGGER WARNINGS
I LOVED this book… it was intense from the very beginning. I loved the different characters and it’s written so you feel for each of them. I wish we got to know a bit more about AK but it’s not absolutely needed. There’s a part near the end that I felt was rushed but I don’t want to give anything away! Spicy scenes are spicy and there’s a bunch! You can tell that a lot of research went into KIOP. Definitely a DARK Romance! Once again, L. Clara has hit it out of the park!
Profile Image for Grace Hayden Brock.
149 reviews3 followers
July 25, 2024
First of all, this book is full of smut, smut, and smut!! This murder plot is a great story line. I thought all the characters were very alike but also different. The emotions this storyline has you experiencing is craziness. I want all abusers to be reprimanded and this story is perfect for that. Please read all trigger warnings before reading. Overall, if you can stomach the trigger warnings this book will be a quick read full of action.

I received this book as an e-arc in exchange for an honest review.
Profile Image for Hadassah Smith.
166 reviews4 followers
July 6, 2024
This book was so good. All I had to do was read the prologue, and I was immediately hooked. When it comes to the spice, L. Clara doesn't hold back, if you know what I mean. Every time I finished a chapter, I had to read more to see what happened next. Killer in our Pocket was such an easy read, I literally finished this book in two days. I couldn't put it down, and it kept me on the edge of my seat until the very last page.
Profile Image for LJ Perez.
214 reviews16 followers
July 14, 2024
It took me a while to finish this book, I just couldn’t pick it up. Because I didn’t want it to END!

After reading all of the other books by L. Clara reading this one was a surprise and what a great one at that. If you’re familiar with the MMCs from the Unexpected series you’ll know that they all will bust down some doors for their women. Pocket on the other hand, she’ll beat any man with the door. It’s the blue hair, we do it better. 😈💁🏻‍♀️

Loved everything about this book.

Song reference - Check
Greys Anatomy reference - Check
Shout out to the amazing Sarah Hurts - Double Check
Secret hints to future book - Check

When you’re ready to be more impatient, I’ll be right here waiting. 🫶🏼

Until next time,

XxX- Laura
Profile Image for BasicBookBtch.
275 reviews12 followers
July 23, 2024
Overall the book was okay. It was extremely heavy on the smut, so if that’s what you’re looking for this is definitely your book. IF you can get past the trigger warnings.

I felt there could have been more character development in the beginning. I would have liked to see more about AK and his past.
The story felt a bit rushed and the plot seemed to trickle off until it was just all smut. But like I said this could be the story for them, just not so much for me.
Profile Image for Alanys Marie.
146 reviews6 followers
December 4, 2024
🔪🔪Killer in Our Pocket was such a wild ride!🔪🔪

I absolutely love MFF, and this book totally switched things up for me in the best freaking way😍😍
It’s dark, spicy, and honestly had me feeling all kinds of way!

Loved how Pocket named AK 🤭🤭🤭 itkyk
🔪💖The characters are all shades of morally grey, and I loved seeing how messed up they all were.
😍🥰💖🔪Can’t wait to explore both of the FMC's past a bit more since it got pretty steamy after the halfway point, but overall, I really loved it!😍🥰💖🔪
Profile Image for Shatana.
401 reviews
June 30, 2024
This book is incredibly captivating with its intense emotions and a compelling storyline that resonates deeply. The resilience of the characters, who continue to love despite enduring immense pain, is truly remarkable. The plot and the interactions between each character drew me in, making me eager to experience every word and emotion they conveyed.
662 reviews16 followers
August 1, 2024
Wow what a book!!! Loved it.

Awesome quick read. Lots of hot hot scenes. Twisted and dark. Next level darkness. Fast paced from beginning to end. Edge of seat madness. Definitely watch out for triggers. Loved the characters. FFM book.

L. Clara your books just keep getting better and better. Keep them coming. Can’t wait for more.
Profile Image for Ashlyn Palmisano-Rojas.
118 reviews
September 4, 2024
I read up to about 80% and decided to DNF it. So I enjoyed the plot but it was very little plot. I love me some good spice especially when it’s like this a MFF but the plot was so small compared to the smut so in my opinion it turned into just an erotica book BUT I do read those also and this one got too repetitive for me.
Profile Image for Linsey Toney.
666 reviews41 followers
September 13, 2024
Killer in our Pocket was a fantastic dark romance! This book is recommended for mature audiences. Please read warning before reading this book.

I absolutely loved this book. I couldn't put it down! Highly recommend adding this to your TBR if your not triggered and love a great DR.

Fk me knife daddy!
Profile Image for Lily Kanojia.
120 reviews4 followers
June 2, 2025
Saviors. That’s what they were for her. Although it may seem like they were just doing a job, they were, in reality, doing it for her. To save and protect her. This book by L Clara was a shorter read that was full of spice. I do wish there was a little more of a storyline to this book, but this was a cute short story where they’re the savior but the villain to others.
Profile Image for Darkromancebooklover.
151 reviews3 followers
June 30, 2024
This book had me hooked within the first few pages, I couldn't put it down.
The plot with captivating and the spice was fantastic. I loved AK and Pocket.
If you have previously read L.Clara books, this is a lot darker, so as always, I highly recommend reading the triggers first.
Profile Image for Jennifer Carter.
Author 80 books52 followers
July 10, 2024
“But, sweetheart. I’m the one that likes to bathe in blood.”
⬆️ favorite quote from the book

Man this book was freaking intense. It was definitely out of my normal read but despite my preferences I still enjoyed this read :) I loved the gore but definitely check TW <3
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