Well, let's see ... while this might be "dark" there are a lot of darker 'non-consent' books out there. This is just about as dark as I want, given that abuse & women should never come in contact with one another. No doubt about the fact that Nora is not a willing kidnappee. Julian physically abuses totally innocent people to get what he wants. He punishes Nora. 
 When I read a book that purports to be a romance, I'd like to see something in the guy that I'd like to see in myself. None of the above is the fantasy me. However, his loyalty and his insight into Nora's heart and mind ... are dishes I'd enjoy sampling more often. 
 I have little doubt that most men could include a Nora in their fantasy ... unless those men enjoy frigid women and missionary sex. Any of you reading this want that? If so, don't buy this book. 
 Some reviewers do not enjoy the Shirl Rae narration. I thought it spot on. 
 I always include a disclaimer: I bought the book, I'd never heard of the author or narrator before, no one asked me to review it.