A Promise of Torment

A Dark RH Serial Killer Bully Romance (A Violent Agenda, Book 3)

De: Mallory Fox

Narrado por: Hannah Hedley, Lucas Webley

Blood hides carnal desires. Power is overrated.

Killing for Family is tainted with nothing but love...

My emotions are supposed to be dead.

I was never meant to feel this. Pain. Anger. Rage. Feelings erode me from the inside.

They make me weak. They make him more powerful.

But I can't lose.

Dante is my sweetness in hell. My father has me where he wants me. And my boys...well they think I'm all but lost.

They're right. I'm not the same Angel of Death they knew and desired. I'm losing control one promise at a time. I'm spiraling, de-evolving, turning into him.

But in the end, I need no one.

Pain, torture, and torment is the only way to be monstrous.

I've known it all along.

Haven't you?

©2022 Mallory Fox (P)2025 Mallory Fox

I am loving this dark series!

I want to start off and say make sure to check trigger warnings before you give this book a listen.
The narrators for this book are absolutely wonderful, they really bring the story to life. The storyline is so good and keeps you engaged, however it is dark…there is some dark subjects so make sure to check trigger warnings. I don’t want to say too much and give anything away.
I liked how the story progressed in this book. I can’t wait for the next book.
This book starts off where the previous book ended. Also this book leaves off on a cliffhanger.

Great

This is the third installment of the story. Not a standalone. More characters added. Must pay attention there is a lot going on and you don't know who you can trust. More people are added to V's hit list. It seems that someone keeps interfering. I listened to the audio book and I must say this is an interesting and fascinating story. The narrators did a good job. It seems like V is unraveling as things don't go as planned. This does end in on heck of a cliffhanger and I can't wait to start the next installment.

Dark and twisted

Dark romance
Bully romance
Why choose
Serial killer
Suspense

Duet narration - Hannah Hadley & Lucas Wesley
Great narration!

Book #3 A Violent Agenda Series
*** Best in Read in order***

Please check your triggers.

Dark, twisted and suspenseful. Kept me interested in what was coming next. The narration is stellar with this entire series. I enjoyed the book. It is well written and preformed.

If you’re a lover of dark romance with some enemies to lovers/bully vibes then this one is for you.

Hooks you in from start to finish

As this story progresses, I'm constantly wondering who the real heroes are in this story, and I'm not mad about it. Is Dante really a villain? After this book, I'm not sure. I feel like he rides the edge of villain and hero a lot, and perhaps that's because he doesn't really know himself? Or maybe he is playing a deeper, longer game that we don't see yet, but either way, I'm enjoying the ride. His attraction with Viola finally comes to a head and I'm 100% here for it. His whole "Let me show you how a MAN gets the job done not these boys you've been playing around with" attitude is a whole vibe, and I LOVED it.

Viola, living in her father's house again, has strict rules that she's well acquainted with. She falls back into old routines while keeping a sharp eye on her surroundings. She may be "home" but she knows she's not safe, and she's constantly on guard. Kristian is absolutely awful. Cannot stand him, and I knew he was going to do what he ended up doing (no spoilers) because men like that are just hopelessly predictable in the most absolutely horrific ways. Adrian is vying for the "worst father of the century" award and is definitely a front runner. Another vile man in V's world. It's no wonder she is the way that she is when this is a glimpse into the environment she grew up in.

From start to finish this book hooks you in. I simultaneously can't wait to read book 4 and am dreading it because as messed up as the world is, I still don't want the story to end. V is the ultimate badass FMC, and I can't wait to see how she gets her revenge.

A Wild, Bloody Ride from Start to Finish 🎧

Narrated brilliantly by Hannah Hedley and Lucas Webley, Mallory Fox's A Promise of Torment is a wild, bloody ride from start to finish. While a few days have passed since I finished, my initial impression holds strong: this audiobook is a blast for anyone who loves dark romance.

The story plunges you headfirst into the action with Viola, who is unapologetically feral. She’s a feisty, 23-year-old assassin, and the story immediately sets a brutal tone by opening with her castrating a victim. Despite her murderous ways, I found her captivating. The premise of her going undercover in a high school had a fun, Never Been Kissed vibe, but with a deliciously violent twist that made watching her work a genuine thrill.

Of course, a reverse harem is only as good as its men, and this book delivers. The guys—Lorcan, Dino, and Jude—are all compelling characters. However, Dante was the standout for me. He’s a constant in Viola’s chaotic life, matching her cold, clinical demeanor while showing he cares in his own unique way. He doesn't baby her, which is a refreshing dynamic. The narrators do a fantastic job giving each character a distinct voice, making their interactions with Viola sizzle.

The plot moves at a breakneck pace, though I did find there was a bit of a leap near the end where all the boys suddenly move in with Viola; the transition felt slightly abrupt. Furthermore, be warned: the story ends on a major cliffhanger that will leave you desperate for the next installment.

Overall, despite a slightly rushed plot point and a nail-biting ending, A Promise of Torment was an incredibly enjoyable listen. If you're looking for a dark romance with a truly feisty heroine and a group of guys who can handle her, I highly recommend diving into this world.

Loved it!

This story continues to keep me in a rollercoaster of emotions. The plot continues to be interesting and the characters continue to grow on me with each book. This is not a standalone. So don’t read this book as a standalone. Overall, I definitely recommend this story. Hannah Hedley and Lucas Wesley continue to do an amazing job with narrating this series.