Book Review Blog: Rina Kent’s Monster Trilogy
Titles: Blood of My Monster, Lies of My Monster, Heart of My Monster
Main Characters: Kirill Morozov & Aleksandra Ivanova
Genre: Dark Mafia Romance
Author: Rina Kent
“She married a monster. And maybe, she became one too.”
Rina Kent's Monster Trilogy is not for the faint of heart. It’s a hauntingly dark romance that pulls you into the underworld of the Russian mafia, where love is brutal, power is everything, and survival is never guaranteed. With psychological intensity and emotional depth, Kent crafts a story that is both harrowing and addictive.
The trilogy follows the unlikely pairing of Aleksandra Ivanova, a woman shackled by circumstance, and Kirill Morozov, a powerful and emotionally impenetrable mafia heir. What begins as a marriage born of strategy and secrets slowly unravels into an all-consuming, dangerous love that neither of them fully understands—or controls.
Book 1: Blood of My Monster
The story begins with Aleksandra being forced into a life she never chose—marrying the cold and calculated Kirill Morozov. He is known for his brutal methods and impenetrable heart, and Aleksandra, with nothing left to lose, becomes a pawn in a high-stakes game of mafia politics.
But beneath her quiet demeanor lies fire. And beneath his icy silence lies a man more damaged than he lets on.
This book sets the tone for the trilogy—dark, psychologically complex, and emotionally charged. Every interaction between Aleksandra and Kirill is a battle of wills.
Themes: Arranged marriage, trust vs betrayal, hidden identities, slow-burn tension.
Book 2: Lies of My Monster
In the second installment, the lies begin to bleed out.
Kirill, once the impenetrable monster, begins to unravel as his need for Aleksandra grows beyond logic or control. Aleksandra, meanwhile, is slowly piecing together the truth—not just about Kirill, but about herself and the world she’s been forced into.
The power dynamic shifts constantly. Love, if you can even call it that, feels like a double-edged sword—both healing and destroying.
Highlights:
Deeper emotional vulnerability from both leads
Flashbacks revealing Kirill’s childhood and trauma
Aleksandra’s transformation from survivor to strategist
Book 3: Heart of My Monster
The final book delivers everything a dark romance lover craves—intensity, closure, pain, and redemption.
With enemies closing in, and truths finally laid bare, Aleksandra and Kirill must confront their demons—together or apart. The emotional stakes are sky-high. You’ll find yourself torn between loathing Kirill’s ruthlessness and aching for his redemption.
The love here is jagged, but it’s real. The ending is as satisfying as it is shocking.
Expect:
Riveting plot twists
Brutal confrontations
A cathartic emotional payoff
Why You Should Read This Trilogy
For the raw intensity: Kent doesn’t romanticize the darkness. She explores it, questions it, and lets it breathe through her characters.
For the flawed, real characters: Aleksandra is not a damsel in distress, and Kirill is not your typical anti-hero. They’re messy, broken, and beautifully complex.
For the storytelling: Rina Kent balances romance, suspense, and psychological drama like a master.
Favorite Quotes
> “Monsters aren’t born. They’re made—by love, by loss, by betrayal.”
“He was never meant to be mine. But I chose him anyway.”
“In the dark, he was my only light. Even when he burned me.”
Overall Rating
Blood of My Monster: ★★★★☆ (4.5/5)
Lies of My Monster: ★★★★☆ (4.7/5)
Heart of My Monster: ★★★★★ (5/5)
Final Thoughts
Monster Trilogy is not your usual love story. It’s bold, violent, and disturbingly beautiful. Aleksandra and Kirill’s journey is one of survival, twisted love, and fragile redemption. If you’re a fan of dark mafia romance with psychological depth and emotional fire, this trilogy will consume you.
Have you read this trilogy? What were your thoughts on Kirill and Aleksandra’s journey? Drop your favorite scenes, quotes, or theories in the comments below!
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