Belladonna

The addictive and mysterious gothic fantasy romance not to be missed

By: Adalyn Grace

Narrated by: Kristin Atherton

For as long as Signa Farrow has been alive, the people in her life have fallen like stars . . .

Orphaned as a baby, nineteen-year-old Signa has been raised by a string of guardians, each more interested in her wealth than her well-being - and each has met an untimely end. Her remaining relatives are the elusive Hawthornes, an eccentric family living at Thorn Grove, an estate both glittering and gloomy.

Its patriarch mourns his late wife through wild parties, while his son grapples for control of the family's waning reputation and his daughter suffers from a mysterious illness. But when their mother's restless spirit appears claiming she was poisoned, Signa realizes that the family she depends on could be in grave danger, and enlists the help of a surly stable boy to hunt down the killer.

Signa's best chance of uncovering the murderer, though, is an alliance with Death himself, a fascinating, dangerous shadow who has never been far from her side. Though he's made her life a living hell, Death shows Signa that their growing connection may be more powerful - and more irresistible - than she ever dared imagine.

From New York Times bestselling author Adalyn Grace, Belladonna brings to life a highly romantic, gothic-infused world of wealth, desire, and betrayal.

'A deliciously deadly Gothic romance' Stephanie Garber, Sunday Times bestselling author of Once Upon a Broken Heart

(P) 2022 Hodder & Stoughton Limited©2022 Adalyn Grace, Inc.

Critic reviews

A deliciously deadly gothic romance. Full of poisonous deeds, spectacular secrets, and dark mysteries. Belladonna is a hauntingly atmospheric read, with an absolutely fantastic ending that will leave readers begging for more

Adalyn Grace spins a gothic tale immersing the reader in a world of secrets, curses, mystery, romance, and Death! She takes us on a journey with Signa that has you sighing from rich details, gasping from exciting twists and turns, and swooning from romance. This book is a true pleasure to read from beginning to end...and it all begins 'with the cry of a baby'

Decadently atmospheric. This gothic romance is filled with desire, betrayal, and of course, Death

Belladonna effortlessly weaves mystery, magic, and romance together into a gothic-infused masterpiece sure to become YA's new obsession. Every page drips with atmosphere and will leave readers wishing that they, too, could roam the halls of haunted Thorn Grove. Utterly original and completely addictive, Belladonna is a fantasy to die for

In Belladonna, Adalyn Grace has crafted a darkly romantic tale that will sweep readers away. This decadent world and forbidden love story are a perfect, addicting escape

A darkly gothic tale that is equal parts sensuous and sinister, Belladonna breathes new life into YA paranormal romance. Readers are sure to want more of Signa's tantalising dance with Death

Darkly twisted and deliciously gothic, Belladonna is the kind of wicked fairytale I've loved for most of my life. Grace's world is vivid and sexy. The romance and the relationships are pitch perfect, and I fully expect readers to fall headfirst into Signa's morally complex world, just as I did

Delicious and haunting, Belladonna is the type of story that sinks its teeth into your soul. With addictive, atmospheric prose and an absolutely spellbinding mix of mystery and romance, this is YA fantasy at its finest. It's dark, it's sexy. I cannot recommend it highly enough

A deliciously dark, magical tale. With heaps of murder, mystery and romance, what's not to love?!

Belladonna is a richly imagined web of intrigue, a rich gothic romance, dark and spectacular

This Gothic romance is perfect for curling up with as the darker evenings draw in

With its ghostly gothic setting and atmospheric autumnal aesthetics, Belladonna feels like a story that was made to be read during the season of falling leaves and warm spiced drinks. A captivating blend of heart-fluttering romance, spooky chills, Victorian sensibilities and a murder mystery that wouldn't be out of place in an Agatha Christie story, this is the perfect novel to get readers in the mood for the colder, darker months

Who knew Death could be so hot

This is not the kind of book you get into immediately hanging on every word. The interactions between Signa and Death were well balanced. I think the narration of Death brought a sexiness to the character even when he was found to be terrifying. I don’t think this perception of Death would be possible, if not for the narrator. All in all it was a good read, and I would recommend it to some but find it would not be a book for all.

Loved the plot twist

I was wrong in guessing who is the killer but the story is pretty good and interesting even though it started as a boring slow paced story but ended up written well.

A good book

I enjoyed very much the plot. I liked the main caracther and how death was portayed. In certain places it was funny to imagine it, kind of stretched and some elements very predictable (like the mistery stable boy :) ), but even like that it was an enjoyable, entertaining, well written book, perfect for an autumn crisp night.

It made me feel so many things

The story is excellent! I can't wait for the next book. The way the narrator makes Death's voice... Chills. i love it

Didn't like female narrators until this. Chapeau!

I really enjoyed this book. The story is beautifully written and captivating, with a romanctic plotline, mysteries to solve, unexpected turns of the story and a great cast of interesting characters.

I think, I'd really liked this book as a print, but the audiobook means experiencing it on a higher level.

I usually don't like listening to female narrators too much, mostly because I'd how they speak male voices.
BUT THIS!
I still can't believe this was all spoken by one and the same person. Kristin Atherton has a beautiful voice to speak all those female characters, but the guys... I'm honestly impressed by the capability of the narrator to change her voice like that. None of the male voices has this cringy "woman lowering her voice and signs funny moments". Death's voice is even utterly sexy!
I want more.