When he unearths a document that hints at Ashs illicit love affair with another poet, Roland has to find out the full story. Wilful Disregard by Lena Andersson (2013)A high percentage of books about romantic obsession have male protagonists, so Anderssons novel is refreshing for its willingness to look at sexual fixation with a womans gaze. Ester is maddening, lovable and recognisable to anyone whos ever had a day ruined by an unanswered text message. I love all his looks, and all his actions and him entirely and all together., The world was collapsing, and the only thing that really mattered to me was that she was alive., avg rating 3.88 1,435 ratings On a previous voyage, Moby Dick destroyed Ahabs ship and severed his leg at the knee, and Ahab has never since relented in his pursuit. 2,338,592 ratings 77,618 ratings Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2012, Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2022. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we dont use a simple average. published 2007, avg rating 3.93 Here's our pick of the best books about obsession, from Elizabeth Macneal's The Doll Factory to Emily Bront's classic tale of destructive romance, Wuthering Heights . At the core of this expansive, layered novel, Lauren Groff presents a dazzling examination of a marriage over the course of 24 years. published 2021, avg rating 4.08 Joe Goldberg, a wry, self-righteous bookseller, has a meet-cute with Beck, an MFA student. We see Sheba through the eyes of her confidante and colleague, Barbara. 2,605,086 ratings Anna Zaires (Goodreads Author) (shelved 6 times as obsessive-love) avg rating 4.19 12,080 ratings published 2015. : At the same time, readers expectations hold sway over authors King was partially inspired to write Misery by his fans vocal outcry when he attempted a genre other than horror. Does this item contain quality or formatting issues? Top subscription boxes right to your door, 1996-2022, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon. , Text-to-Speech , Language , File size Now, time has whittled away the Ayres fortune, and Faraday is nearly on an equal financial footing with the once-lofty clan. Schoolteacher Barbara Covett has led a solitary life until Sheba Hart, the new art teacher at St. Georges, befriends her. Get great book recommendations delivered to your inbox. Just when you think Debra Webb can't get any better, she does. The novel follows his quest to add her to his "collection" as his ultimate prize. Like her father, she has also dreamt of becoming Lawyer but her dreams were shattered whe. "Compelling main characters and chilling villains elevate Debra Webb's Faces of Evil series into the realm of high-intensity thrillers that readers won't be able to resist." The Truth About Fictional Character Obsession Readers love to daydream about being whisked away to their favorite fictional worlds. Oola by Brittany Newell Be sure to look for book two in the series, IMPULSE, and book three, POWER! All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. Obsession: The Faces of Evil Series: Book 1. 3. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Mr. M. is being watched. Every novel is ultimately about its author, and I like my non-fiction self-obsessed, too. But its fascinating to encounter someone so obsessed that hell alter his lovers coffin to bring her closer after death. by. I read mysteries, thrillers, suspense, & psychological books in those genres. |+| Add to Your Shelf The Collector by John Fowles published 2013, avg rating 3.70 Offer redeemable at Simon & Schusters ebook fulfillment partner. Jane's obsession becomes dangerous when she shows up at Jenny's new house in the middle of the night. Most of Rimbaud's poems were written when he was around 15 - 21 years old. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Working in the perfume business, he wants to create the best smells in the world, smells whose origins you can't quite put your finger on. One is a needle. by Juan Rulfo, Margaret Sayers Peden (Translator), Susan Sontag (Foreword by) Paperback $14.49 $16.00. Jean-Baptiste Grenouille is born in a gutter in 18th century Paris. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. You can also search our extensive fiction database using a wide variety of criteria. This book fits all of those. As the novel progresses, it is difficult to say whether Faraday is engaging in social climbing or out for a darker revenge. Ester is well-read and intellectual, but all her philosophising cant ease the hopelessness of her crush on a mercurial artist. Best Books to Obsess Over 330 books 386 voters Dark Obsession and Stalker Books 154 books 217 voters Possessive Man/ Deliciously Dark 86 books 109 voters Books On Recovery From Addiction 50 books 84 voters Books Like Labyrinth 56 books 52 voters Psychopath Or Sociopath 94 books 38 voters Female Stalkers published 2018, avg rating 3.90 Notes on a Scandal by Zo Heller (2003)Although a forbidden affair between a teacher and a student is at the centre of Hellers novel, the deeper infatuation portrayed here is the platonic one between two friends. Recent 'The Girl Who Believes In Miracles' Movie Releases to DVD . Paperback $16.99. When novelist Paul Sheldon is in a terrible car crash on a wintry night, he is rescued by nurse Annie Wilkes, who just happens to be his biggest fan. published 1997, avg rating 3.73 Towards thee I roll, thou all-destroying but unconquering whale; to the last I grapple with thee; from hells heart I stab at thee; for hates sake I spit my last breath at thee. Find info on Paper Manufacturing companies in Konstancin-jeziorna, including financial statements, sales and marketing contacts, top competitors, and firmographic insights. 296,070 ratings It is also a moving portrait of a man on the brink of madness. The Faces of Evil series is one I've wanted to write for a very long time. I've bought the old edition of this book in an old English bookstore in Madrid. 630,678 ratings Can't wait to read more! 2,430 ratings Wild Wicked Obsession (Hyde Series Book 4) Layla Frost (870) Kindle Edition $4.99 5 Ring Around the Posey (Hyde Series Book 5) Layla Frost (303) Kindle Edition $0.99 6 Until Mayhem: Happily Ever Alpha World Layla Frost (859) Kindle Edition $3.99 From the Publisher Editorial Reviews Review Wild Wicked Obsession is Lars and Joss' story. Easily find books where you don't remember the title. , Enhanced typesetting But Kinbote isn't your usual bookish man and as he takes you further into his own uncertain identity, his relationship with Shade begins to look slightly different, as does the reader's understanding of Shade's death. 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars. Don't miss a single installment of this fascinating and chilling series! The Possessions by Sara Flannery Murphy is published by Scribe, priced 12.99, and is available from the Guardian bookshop for 11.04, including free UK p&p. Its a canister of gasoline dumped over the flames of desire. Annie Wilkes imprisons and tortures an author, hoping to create a better end for her favourite heroine. He joins forces with another scholar, Dr Maud Bailey, and their fascination with the buried past serves as an aphrodisiac. published 2017, avg rating 3.27 Sanchana Sisodia is the daughter of the famous Lawyer of the city of Jaisalmer. A darkly erotic tale of passion and obsession, As Meat Loves Salt is a gripping portrait of England beset by war. What a person wants from life, whether its happiness or money or love, powers every decision. The story is told in order to estrange, to bring the obsession to a close. 32,114 ratings Hailed as the first modern psychological thriller, The Collector is the internationally bestselling novel that catapulted John Fowles into the front rank of contemporary novelists. I truly didn't intend to avoid nonfictionin fact, I actively sought it outbut several memoirs I loved were pushed for Fall publication, and the remaining summer nonfiction releases just didn't have the right combination of story and staying power I was looking for. The Macmillan Prize for Illustration 2022, Books about obsession that will have you hooked, Macmillan Code of Ethics for Business Partners. 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