Scarred by Emily McIntire
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Web ID: 15843694When the fire never goes out.
Scarred is a dark romance that refuses redemption in the traditional sense — and that’s exactly what gives it its power. Long after finishing it, the emotional impact lingers. This reimagining takes the familiar Lion King framework and deliberately burns it down. The idea that good must triumph over evil is not just rejected — it’s dismantled. Tristan is unapologetically cruel, shaped by abuse and resentment, and fully aware of the violence he is capable of. The extensive content warnings are not exaggerated, and readers are expected to engage with the story knowing exactly what kind of darkness they are entering. What makes Scarred compelling is not moral correctness, but emotional intensity. Amid the brutality and chaos, Tristan’s capacity for loyalty — particularly toward those he considers his own — complicates him in ways that feel intentional rather than redemptive. The story does not ask the reader to excuse him, only to understand him. This is not a book for everyone, and it makes no attempt to be. But for readers who enjoy villain-centered narratives, morally gray romance, and stories that leave a lasting emotional burn, Scarred delivers exactly what it promises.
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He's obsessed & she's impressed
Tristan was definitely unhinged and I was kinda loving it.
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You will never be the same again
No matter how many times I re-read this book, it always hits and hits so hard. It has EVERYTHING you would want in a dark romance: tension, murder, secrets, inappropriate touching, and OUTSTANDING smut. But it is more than that; the characters really feel like real people because they have so much going on behind the scenes. They have their own drives and personality quirks. This is the first Emily McIntire book I read and I have been on my knees begging for more every since.
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little doe
this is my go to book i have read this at least 6 times , my favorite book , i love this author and everything she wrights , but this is the chefs kiss , i love tris and sara, this book gives hamlet vibes and i hear for it
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Little Liar and the Scarred Prince
"What is hate but obsession tinged with fear?" Pretty sure Emily McIntire's Never After series is just pure crack. I could not put this down! One more chapter and then sleep...okay, one more chapter. Before I knew it, I finished the entire book. Scarred is a SLOW burn, but in the best ways. Sara and Tristan are enemies to lovers and each interaction gets steamier. Per the author's recommendation, I went in blind to the TWs, and while I usually prefer to know them ahead of time, I found the book was a better read being surprised at each turn. I haven't read a Lion King/Hamlet twist, but I loved every little subtle reference from the character's names from either, the use of lions, hyenas, elephant bones, and fire. I could tell who each character and what each scene was modeled after, which made the fractured fairytale all the better. Scarred is dark royal romance taking place in 1910 in the country of Gloria Terra, under the Faasa monarchy. There is definitely some graphic content as Tristan is "unstable" at times in his passion and his endeavor. While he is still a villain, you cannot help but cheer for him throughout. I was pleased with what I viewed as his redemption at the end. This is the Lion King book I didn't know I needed in my life.
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Slow build
I thought this was a very interesting twist to The Lion King, which is my favorite movie. I thought it look awhile to get to the spicy. The teasing though was really good for them. I would def would read this again. LOVE this series so far.
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Absolutely loved this book
This book, by far has been the best out of the series so far, I actually have lended it to a couple friends because it was my favorite out of my 80 books at home.
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Scarred
Scarred was a good book, however it is my least favorite of her retellings. It felt slow unlike the others in the series I didn’t find myself glued to the book. The story is one brother’s strategic plan to lead a revolt against his brother after his betrayal, while his new bride to be is also trying to plan her revenge against him.
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