Crown Me Dead: A Dark Fantasy Romance (Heartstring Duet)
Liv Zander
by Jennifer Chance
"Will keep you on the edge of your seat. A brilliant talent!" — 1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Sherrilyn Kenyon
Want to know how to defend yourself from evil?
Never let it get under your skin.
For fifteen years, I’ve served as the sidekick to one of Chicago’s most sought-after exorcists, banishing demons and surviving night terrors so vicious I couldn’t confide in anyone but my own four walls. Then my mentor abandons me when I need him most, leaving me with a case I can’t solve and a growing fear that I’m not quite the righteous exorcist-in-training I thought I was.
Because the evil I’m sworn to destroy?
It isn’t out there.
It’s inside me.
And it won’t leave without a fight.
Struggling to find answers and make my way alone, I take my first solo exorcism—just a routine cleanse of a wealthy, secretive family in their sprawling country estate. Except nothing about that house is routine. Corruption leaks from the walls. Death stains the floorboards. And the deeper I dig, the more I uncover a pulsing demonic underworld of power and rot that makes hell look like a carnival ride.
To survive it, I’ll need to confront the creature keening within me, filling my mind with temptation and my body with forbidden desire. But this battle will leave more than scars—and here’s the vicious twist:
I want him gone.
I need him more.
...Almost as much as he needs me.
For fans of dangerous demonic bargains, enemies-to-lovers slow burn, and morally gray heroines who fight back and fight dirty, Wicked as Sin is the dark, addictive beginning of The Accidental Exorcist series. CONTENT NOTE This dark paranormal romance contains demonic possession and loss of bodily autonomy, body horror, complex consent dynamics, graphic violence, and explicit sexual content. Intended for mature readers (18+) who aren't afraid of the dark. Mostly.
MORE PRAISE FOR WICKED AS SIN
"Darkly sexy, viciously compelling, and impossible to put down. I am addicted! — J. Kenner, New York Times bestselling author
"Holy cow, I loved this book! Totally unique, riveting, terrifying, sexy, and unputdownable. I want more!" — Lori Foster, NYT bestselling author
"This book gave me Anne Rice vibes in all the best ways. Wicked as Sin is immersive and gorgeous – I could not put it down. Delia and the superbly-drawn cast of supporting characters feel like family already, and I can’t wait to see where they take me next.” — Darcy Burke, USA Today Bestselling Author
February 25, 2026
I couldn’t put this one down. Thoroughly enjoyed this new series. My favorite part of Jennifer’s books is the supporting cast - they’re always people I’d want to hang out with, especially knowing they’d have my back in all my adventures. If this is your first Jennifer Chance book - you’re in luck, she has a great library of story’s to read. ) One person found this helpful
May 6, 2026
Absolutely loved it and couldn't put it down! Looking forward to starting the next book. So excited for this series. Love this author!!! )
March 27, 2026
Exorcism never sounds pretty but in this case it is also mean-spirited. Not that demons really deserve nice things anyway. )
February 27, 2026
I was very afraid that the basis of the storyline, exorcism, might be a tired theme, but I should have known better! Jenn Stark does nothing expected, ever. And Wicked as Sin is no exception. Who would have thought someone could make accidentally exorcising demons into a profession? Well, Delia certainly managed. And managed well, if at times clumsily. But, then, she does know demons...intimately. I won't go into detail because I don't do spoilers, but I will say that the method behind the...
March 4, 2026
When I started this book, I was worried I wouldn't be able to get into it. Let me tell you, I was HOOKED after the first few chapters. The unreliable narrator in Delia, Mordechai's mysteriousness, Palmerious with his darkness, Max and his down-home feel, Claire never giving up on Delia, Steve never giving up on Delia, Officer Hernandez with her caring nature and just all of the characters. This book was beautifully written and will draw you in closer and closer the further you get into the...
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