The Huntsman by Naima Simone

On this episode of Buzzing about Romance we are reviewing The Huntsman by Naima Simone, book one in The Hunted Kingdom

Title: Huntsman
Author: Naima Simone
Series (if applicable): The Hunted Kingdom
Release Date: October 29, 2025
Tropes/Themes:

  • Enemies to lovers
  • Forced proximity
  • Touch her and die / touch him and die
  • Morally gray hero
  • Revenge plot
  • Fairy tale reimagining
  • Snow White retelling
  • Mafia romance
  • Assassin hero
  • Powerful heroine
  • Betrayal and redemption
  • Dark romance

POV/Format (single, dual, multi, 1st/3rd):
Dual POV, first person
Audio Narrators (if applicable):
Trei Taylor and Myles Montgomery (dual narration)
Where to Find It (KU, indie, trad, etc.):
Traditionally published audiobook/ebook release, available at major retailers and audio platforms
Content/Trigger Warnings: Please see the author’s full content note at the beginning of the book.

  • Violence
  • Murder / assassination themes
  • Organized crime / mafia violence
  • Family betrayal
  • Grief and loss of parent
  • Revenge-driven violence
  • Psychological trauma
  • Dark romance themes


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