Review: Twisted Knight by K. Bromberg
Twisted Knight by K. Bromberg
Rating: 3 Stars
Trope & Elements: Billionaire, Workplace, High Society, Revenge, Hate to Love
Release Date: September 24, 2024
Cliffhanger- Yes
Pop: 51%
Content Advisory- Death of A sibling.
Review:
Twisted Knight by K. Bromberg is the first book in what I later discovered is a trilogy—a fact that, unfortunately, wasn’t clear in the marketing materials. This lack of disclosure had a significant impact on my reading experience. While I enjoy a good cliffhanger when I’m prepared for it, reaching the end of a 68-chapter book only to realize the story wasn’t complete left me more frustrated than satisfied. The lack of content warnings in the book is also an issue. It needs to be clear that it is dealing with the death of a sibling.
Rowan, the FMC, is a Rothschild heiress with a passion for reviving her family’s alcohol company, Tin Spirits, despite societal pressures to conform to a more traditional role. Her plans are upended by the arrival of Holden Knight, a tech millionaire with his own agenda, sparking a slow-burn romance fueled by animosity and attraction. However, Rowan’s entitlement, lack of self-awareness, and frequent unprofessional outbursts in the workplace made it difficult for me to fully connect with her character. Her misdirected aggression towards Knight, who was simply executing a legitimate business deal, felt more childish than empowering.
On the other hand, Holden Knight’s character was intriguing. His mysterious motives and calculated charm kept me engaged, though the frequent flashbacks and the book’s pacing at times felt stunted. The tension between the characters, while initially compelling, eventually devolved into repetitive bickering, leaving me craving more substantive development in both the romance and the business subplot.
The audiobook, narrated by Patrick Zeller and Victoria Connolly, had its strengths and weaknesses. Zeller brought a lot of emotion to the male POV, though it occasionally felt overdone, while Connolly’s crisper delivery was enjoyable but perhaps lacked the same emotional depth. The sound production by Macmillan Audio was top-notch, making for a pleasant listening experience overall.
One of my biggest disappointments was discovering that this book ends on a cliffhanger. Had I known this was the first in a series, I might have approached it differently. The plot, while intriguing, felt stretched, and I would have preferred a single, well-rounded novel over multiple books that seem to thinly plot the story. Additionally, the title Twisted Knight didn’t quite align with the book’s tone—it felt more suited to a darker romance than what was presented here.
Overall, Twisted Knight is a fine read for fans of billionaire romances, but it doesn’t particularly stand out. The lack of clarity about the series structure and Rowan’s character left me feeling more frustrated than satisfied. If you’re a fan of the genre and don’t mind waiting for the full story to unfold over multiple books, this might be for you. However, for those who prefer a more complete story in one sitting, be prepared for the cliffhanger.
Many thanks to Macmillan Audio, author K. Bromberg, and NetGalley for providing me with the ALC in exchange for my honest review.
