4.4 (1,552 ratings)

Take Me to Hell: A Paranormal Demon Romance (Playing with Demons Book 1)

Name: Take Me to Hell: A Paranormal Demon Romance (Playing with Demons Book 1)
Rating: 4.4 (1552 reviews)
Author: Sakura Black
ISBN: B0C9N48YWF

by Sakura Black

witches

About this book

Betrayed by her coven and hunted by a genocidal cult, Zo is running out of time and places to hide. With her life hanging by a thread, she makes the ultimate gamble: summoning a wickedly powerful demon to act as her protector. It is a desperate, soul-binding pact that forces her into the orbit of Rex, a sin-soaked king with glowing eyes and a dangerous hunger.

This fast-burn paranormal romance masterfully blends high-stakes danger with spicy, supernatural tension. As a witch on the run, Zo must navigate a world where her only ally is a monster who is just as likely to devour her as he is to shield her. The dynamic between the possessive, alpha-hero demon and his defiant witch is electric, turning their forced proximity into an addictive game of cat and mouse.

Fans of coven-life stories and monster romance will be hooked by the dark, atmospheric world-building and the intense chemistry between the leads. Whether you are looking for fangs, tail action, or a thrilling enemies-to-lovers journey, this tale delivers a gripping escape. Dive into a story where salvation and damnation collide, and discover if this witch can tame the beast she unleashed.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B0C9N48YWF

Reader Reviews

Thoroughly enjoyable!

August 9, 2025

I got this book from KU, so was willing to take a chance on a new-to-me author. I found the book thoroughly enjoyable! It’s the story of Zo and Rex, a witch and a demon, so essentially enemies to lovers. Zo finds herself with an impossible choice: summon a demon and make a bargain, or die, slowly and horrifically. Pretty easy choice in my opinion! The characters are well-developed, their emotions and reactions realistic for their situations. The world building was well done-just enough to set...

Cute Monster Romance

August 7, 2025

Going in to this book I didn’t think the demons were going to be of the monster variety but I was pleasantly surprised. I loved the storyline and let’s give a round of applause for Rex and his many appendages. 🫣 The FMC was great. She had her moments when she would annoy me but overall she was great. My only complaint is wishing the author went more into the story. At one point Zo had a memory of something her mom said that related to where Rex is from but that was wholly skipped over. Why did...

for me

June 7, 2025

I really enjoyed this book. I liked the characters and the plot was entertaining. I do wish we got to see more of their life after everything happened in the end. The smut was good, could have even had more but loved it. Wish they did explain that mates are like animal mates where it is simply the person they are with and are chosen. It’s not like other books where it is destined. Overall great read. Can’t wait to read the others. 5/5 ) One person found this helpful

demons and witches oh my

September 1, 2025

I truly have been looking for a good pnr (paranormal romance) and finally found one in this book. I love how fierce zoella is and how protective Rex is towards her. It opens your eyes to see how other creatures can be different but yet have huge hearts. ) One person found this helpful

When all hope is lost, don’t give up! Keep fighting!

July 30, 2024

I loved this book! It was an unusual and fascinating story about a young woman who just happens to be a witch coming into her powers. Zoella’s grieving the loss of her family, dealing with the shunning and betrayal of her community, and is on the run from hunters trying to end her. She summons and makes an unexpected alliance with Rex, a hybrid king from another dimension. Through their journey they find mutual respect, love, sacrifice, strength, power, and a magic unlike any other before. This...