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DOLLY: A Dark Romantic Psychological Thriller Kindle Edition

by Measha Stone (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
3.9 out of 5 stars 1,075 ratings
He’s promised me sunlight.
Hope for a better future.
Freedom from this horror.
A life that doesn’t end in a dark cellar.

But, we’re trapped together.
Forced to live for the worst kind of people.
Desperate to survive for each other.

I crave his touch with every breath I take.
My heart aches for him.
He’s my hope for survival.
The man I want a future with.
I can have it all again, if only I trust him.
Even if that’s the only thing I can’t do.

Note from the publisher: Dolly is a psychological thriller with a dark love story. It is completely stand alone and does not have a cliffhanger. Enjoy!
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Dolly starts off as an ominous tale and doesn't let you go until the very end. Brutal, unforgiving, yet shimmering with a crack of light in the darkness that ensures us that even the most trying times make us stronger. - USA Today Bestselling Author, Yolanda Olson

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0854GM87D
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Black Heart Publications
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 17, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 902 KB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 238 pages
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  • Customer Reviews:
    3.9 out of 5 stars 1,075 ratings

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Measha Stone

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Measha Stone is a USA Today bestselling romance author with a deep love for romantic stories, specifically those involving the darker side of romance, all the possessive dominant heroes, and their feisty heroines. If you love a well deserved happily ever after, you will enjoy her books.

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Customers enjoy the book's plot with its unexpected twists and turns, and find it a captivating, well-written read that takes them through various emotions. They appreciate the character development, with one customer specifically mentioning rooting for Dolly and Ken. The book receives mixed reactions for its dark and graphic content.

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36 customers mention "Plot"30 positive6 negative

Customers enjoy the plot of the book, describing it as a great twisted read with unexpected twists and turns.

"Trope: dark romance, sexual slavery, bother hero and heroine kidnapped..." Read more

"...It was dark, emotional, twisted and yet surprisingly spice. It was nice seeing Dolly overcome some of her trauma to seek her revenge...." Read more

"...I highly recommend, if you like dark and twisted stories...." Read more

"...This is a book about revenge and I was absolutely here for it. The things that “Dolly”had to endure was absolutely disgusting...." Read more

22 customers mention "Readability"18 positive4 negative

Customers find the book captivating and satisfying to read.

"...However a good read for sure!" Read more

"...But each page definitely kept me interested. While I’m glad there was a HEA I am not a fan of abrupt endings and that’ how it felt to me….. abrupt." Read more

"book arrived in perfect condition and quickly. This book is good I would rate it 6/10...." Read more

"...And let me say at the outset that this is one satisfying read! I loved it...." Read more

13 customers mention "Character development"13 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with several noting that the characters work well together, and one customer specifically mentioning that they make you root for Dolly and Ken.

"...I love this author and every book she has written. I can't wait for more books by Ms stone." Read more

"book arrived in perfect condition and quickly. This book is good I would rate it 6/10...." Read more

"...I loved it. The characters were portrayed so well, so thoroughly, that it was easy to either hate or love them..." Read more

"...But that's just me being greedy. Either way, Dolly was a tough, but engaging read. Probably some of Measha Stone's best writing." Read more

12 customers mention "Writing quality"12 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, finding it extremely well written and quick to read.

"...Very graphic, not my usual thriller mystery. It was well written, had an ending, and sad characters...." Read more

"...of this book is a dark read, difficult in spots due to the excellent writing of Ms. Stone...." Read more

"...Probably some of Measha Stone's best writing." Read more

"...I couldn’t put it down! I loved the authors writing style and worldbuilding. I definitely recommend that you love dark read it...." Read more

11 customers mention "Emotional content"11 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the emotional depth of the book, which takes readers through various feelings, with one customer noting how it makes them feel for the victims.

"...Consider yourself warned. . BUT IT IS EXTREMELY INTERESTING !!!" Read more

"...the story was phenomenal, kept me on the edge of my seat, and left me wanting more!" Read more

"...Thank you Measha Stone for an engaging, suspenseful, excellently written story. I loved it...." Read more

"...It was dark, emotional, twisted and yet surprisingly spice. It was nice seeing Dolly overcome some of her trauma to seek her revenge...." Read more

23 customers mention "Dark content"14 positive9 negative

Customers have mixed reactions to the dark content of the book, with some finding it delicious while others describe it as really dark.

"...It was dark, emotional, twisted and yet surprisingly spice. It was nice seeing Dolly overcome some of her trauma to seek her revenge...." Read more

"It is dark but it has a story to it that I enjoyed. Definitely read your trigger warnings if you need them!..." Read more

"Dark, twisted, quick & easy read!!!..." Read more

"...This is one of the darkest i have read, tho i'm sure there are darker than this. I highly recommend, if you like dark and twisted stories...." Read more

6 customers mention "Graphic content"3 positive3 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the graphic content of the book.

"As Measha said in one of her videos about this book, it was horrifically beautiful. This story takes you through all the emotions...." Read more

"...Please be mindful of your triggers it is very graphic and upfront with it...." Read more

"...The writing in this story is AMAZING! Ken and Dolly are AMAZING! All the details, the plot, even the other characters - WOW!..." Read more

"...THEY CHOOSE LIFE & DEATH !! YES this book is graphic. .. .Consider yourself warned. . BUT IT IS EXTREMELY INTERESTING !!!" Read more

Top reviews from the United States

  • Jayne Gibson
    5.0 out of 5 stars A dark and unique read
    Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2020
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    I’m a big fan of Measha Stone. I met her through her books Beast, The Tower, and Red (the Ever After series of stand alone books), among several other of her works. This story, however, is quite a departure from her usual body of writings. And let me say at the outset that this is one satisfying read! I loved it.

    The first part of this book is a dark read, difficult in spots due to the excellent writing of Ms. Stone. The remaining part of the book, while also quite dark, is so satisfying that I almost purred.

    Thank you Measha Stone for an engaging, suspenseful, excellently written story. I loved it. The characters were portrayed so well, so thoroughly, that it was easy to either hate or love them (depending on which character you’re reading at the time). The world building was stark and real, and the plot was tight, complete and well executed. I’m a reader; I read every day. So, when I tell you that if you enjoy suspenseful and dark stories, this is a book you’ll want to read, trust me on this. Highly recommended.
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  • CW
    4.0 out of 5 stars dark
    Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2023
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    So I like dark reads, but had to back off as I feel too often in the stories the victims don’t get justice and that’s too much like real life.

    While this book is very dark, I enjoyed it as there was revenge! I still think the bad guys got off too easily, giving how long they tormented their victims. Overall I enjoyed this book, but it did feel rushed in some parts; such as the intimacy so soon after everything. Also her trauma seemed to be downplayed as far as how it would have affected her psyche once rescued.

    It’s odd they never addressed any form of birth control though, yet never pregnant. I love a good vigilante story!
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  • Tara
    3.0 out of 5 stars Dark and Twisty with a side of revenge
    Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2024
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    3.5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️

    This book is dark, so please check trigger warnings!
    This is a book about revenge and I was absolutely here for it. The things that “Dolly”had to endure was absolutely disgusting. It was a bit predictable, but there were definitely some parts that I didn’t see coming.

    I think the thing that bothered me the most was the relationship between “Dolly” and “Kendoll.” I understand trauma bonding, but it in this case, it just seemed off for me. Two people who have been through so much and yet can jump right into having s** with each other, just doesn’t sit right. Maybe it’s because I just couldn’t get into “Kendoll’s” character..still can’t put my finger on it exactly.

    All in all, if you’re looking for a dark psychological thriller with some dark romance and don’t mind plot holes, then I’d recommend it.
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  • Veronica
    5.0 out of 5 stars So good.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2023
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    This is the first book by this author, and it will not be the last. I went into dolly blind and oh my gosh, it did not disappoint! It is probably one of my new favorite dark romances. Make sure you check the triggers before you read cause it is really dark. Has some things you may not be ok with. I flew through this book in just a couple of hours. I couldn’t put it down! I loved the authors writing style and worldbuilding. I definitely recommend that you love dark read it. Has the spice with a suspenseful revenge plot.
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  • mary
    4.0 out of 5 stars Jaw Dropped
    Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2025
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    This book is not for the weak of heart or stomach. My heart ached for Abigail and Brian and the horrors they had to go through. The depravity and realization that this actually happens in real life made it that much harder to stomach. This book was a really rough read. Please be mindful of your triggers it is very graphic and upfront with it.

    That being said I feel like the initial revenge against the boss man and bearded man was to light, they deserved so much worse.
    Then to find out what she endured growing up and that her father sold her into it. My blood was boiling. Then when justice started getting delivered, I felt as if, Abigail was finally getting to reclaim a little bit of herself. I felt that it helped give her a added sense of security and safety because they couldn't hurt her anymore.

    I loved that they were able to get away and continue purging .
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  • Ary
    3.0 out of 5 stars Dark Romance?
    Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2024
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    To me this was just, sad event that can happen in life, because we live in a horrific world. I saw no romance, I saw pain, desperation for healing, and loss. I am not saying this was a bad book or a good book. It was just a book that told a story, that could have happened anywhere. Sad, that’s all I felt, reading this book. If you want a dark romance that actually has romance, but is sad as well, read The Life of Anna.
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  • Gizel Alvarez
    2.0 out of 5 stars Started with the book ended with the audio
    Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2020
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    The description was for a Dark book, and with the title I knew it would have disturbing story line but as the no limits reader I am, i jumped in.

    I was not enraptured as I hoped, to me even the scene where they take back control was anticlimactic, as I waited for more action I was disappointed by unnecessary scenes that to my opinion were a bit too early since the main character Dolly was supposed to be recovering, Over all they where under developed, these characters seemed one dimensional. my reasons for not liking had nothing to do with the attempt at darkened situations but for the lack of intrigue and thrill, as it was labelled as a thriller to my personal opinion I also found it in a lack of any psychological games it was just two characters surviving a situation and discovering the lies and ties of those around them had.
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  • Steph
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very Dark, Very Twisted
    Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2024
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    If you do not like Law & Order: SUV... do not read this book. If you do not like Criminal Minds ... do not read this book. If you can't handle graphic details involving SUV type situations... DO NOT READ THIS BOOK. This is one of the darkest i have read, tho i'm sure there are darker than this. I highly recommend, if you like dark and twisted stories. Mind her not sure listy blub in the front of her book.... It's a warning, not a list lol I will end here, because i will not spoil this book for anyone. It's hard to really go into detail without ruining the book. but it will have you hooked start to finish!
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  • Louise H - "Life In The Book Lane" Book Reviews
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 18, 2020
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    Oh my word, Measha Stone does Dark incredibly well.

    Dolly throws you into the dark end right from the start. It's fairly harrowing at times, particularly because we experience the suffering, rather than just impassively observing. What I really enjoyed was how the story moved forward and how we got to really know Dolly and Ken.

    It's really difficult to discuss the book without revealing spoilers, so I'm just going to say that the plot totally and utterly held my attention throughout. I've read vaguely similar plotlines previously, but this was not a weak or carbon copy of them. Instead it far surpassed those previous reads, due in no small part to the quality of writing and the amazing characterisation of its protagonists.

    The symbiotic relationship between Dolly and Ken, the self-reflection, self-understanding demonstrated by the both of them, the incredibly believable love and connection they shared just took this book to another level. With all the difficulties and stress of the current world situation, a dark book felt like the last thing I wanted to read. However the darkness here was filled with such strength, it transformed to such power that, instead of dragging me down, instead it lifted me up in a way I hadn't expected.

    I massively recommend Dolly and am hoping Ms Stone dips her toes into dark waters again.
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  • Sam
    5.0 out of 5 stars Oh my god
    Reviewed in Australia on January 14, 2025
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    Holy hecking heckballs. 6 stars! A truck load of stars. All the stars in my star basket for this. HOW IS NO ONE TALKING ABOUT THIS BOOK! Vigilante Joker and Harlequin meets AA Dark’s 24690.

    Oh and mental health matters.
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  • anji-san
    5.0 out of 5 stars Read it!!!
    Reviewed in Canada on November 6, 2023
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    It was an amazing story. I loved how quickly and short of a read it was but it took me on a whole journey. Every other chapter something new developed and a new twist was happening ! Worth the hype for sure.( Head ur trigger warnings ) if u can’t stomach stuff.
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  • Ashley Tippet-England
    4.0 out of 5 stars Perfectly dark
    Reviewed in Australia on August 27, 2021
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    I loved this story, I'm so happy that they found love with each other after what they both went through, especially Abbigail... i was worried that after the years and years of abuse she went through would cause her not to love but if anything she loved even harder.
    Truly a great dark story
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  • Emma
    4.0 out of 5 stars Dark!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 24, 2024
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    This was a great dark thriller, re,ember to read your trigger warnings though as it deals with some very very dark topics
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