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X Marks the Stalker

A Dark Rom Com (The Hemlock Society, Book 1)

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X Marks the Stalker

By: K.N Wilder
Narrated by: Maxine Mitchell, Anthony Palmini
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Summary

She hunts killers. He is one. Opposites attract has never been so literal.

Crime journalist Oakley Novak has built her career exposing Boston’s darkest secrets, but she never expected a serial killer to turn the tables and stalk her.

Xander Rhodes spent weeks watching her through hidden cameras, captivated by her sharp mind and relentless drive, until she catches him red-handed and, instead of running, challenges him with a glare that could melt steel.

Xander’s either found his soulmate or lost his damn mind. Probably both.

When Oakley recruits him for her revenge plan against the man who murdered her parents, their partnership shatters every rule of Xander's secret murder society.

Now they're being hunted by both sides—the law and the shadows—while racing against time to take down the untouchable enemy who took everything from her.

If you’re obsessed with dark romance laced with wicked humor, serial killers with a knack for banter, and heroines who wield wit as sharply as weapons, this sinful story will carve its way into your soul.

©2025 K.N Wilder (P)2026 K.N Wilder
Crime Crime Fiction Gothic Horror Romantic Suspense Murder Witty
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Story - 3.5 stars

This audiobook was a lot of fun. X Marks the Stalker gives you a stalker MMC who is somehow sweet, sexy, and alarming all at once, paired with a reporter FMC who runs on adrenaline, snacks, and questionable choices.

The real star here was the duet narration. Maxine Mitchell and Anthony Palmini absolutely elevated the experience, bringing humour, chemistry, and personality to scenes that might not have landed as well on page alone. Their performances made the ridiculous moments even more entertaining.
The pacing of the narration runs slow at standard speed, but a bump up fixes that easily.

Story-wise, it could have used a serious trim. It runs longer than needed, and tightening the middle and final act would have made this much stronger. Still, the characters were fun, the spice delivered, and the audio made it an enjoyable listen.

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Ok I see why this gets so many recommendations on facebook now… a fantastic dark romance with the kind of banter and humour that had me laughing all the way through.

Xander and Oakley have definitely met their match in each other and I love their dynamic from attraction with a healthy dose of caution, to complete lust and admiration… side note: this was hot!

This was so well written, I was completely drawn in to their world… and oh my! When the goons cross a line and Xander’s protective instincts are activated? Prepare for that world to explode! It was glorious!

This is morally grey madness with tragic backstories, corrupt systems, and a secret society of “professionals” serving vengeance on a silver platter. Suffice to say, I listened I loved and I will listen again while eagerly awaiting the next book…

Glorious Vengeance

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