Pretty Spiteful By R.a. Smyth Apr 2026

: For her safety, Emilia is whisked away to live with her high school exes, Hawk and Wilder, and her mysterious new bodyguard, Kai. Character Dynamics :

: The book is praised for its fast pacing and "exhilarating" momentum, though almost every review warns of a major, frustrating cliffhanger at the end. Pretty Spiteful by R.A. Smyth

: A common point of contention is Wilder's behavior; while some love his "unstable" energy, others find his bullying and hostility frustrating or even a reason to stop reading. : For her safety, Emilia is whisked away

: Frequently noted as the most "unhinged" and hostile, holding a deep grudge against Emilia for their past. : Frequently noted as the most "unhinged" and

: Many reviewers from The StoryGraph mention being "hooked from page one" due to the immediate danger and high sexual tension.

: Four years after high school, Emilia Harrison is living a seemingly normal life until a stalker begins sending her gruesome packages—including her boyfriend's severed finger.

: The "protective" ex-military newcomer who provides stability amidst the chaos. Reader Consensus