Haunting Adeline by H. D. Carlton

Haunting Adeline is a dark romance thriller written by H. D. Carlton, an international bestselling author who specializes in dark romance novels. Carlton has a reputation for crafting morally ambiguous characters that often intrigue or anger readers, and Haunting Adeline is an example of this kind of work. Haunting Adeline was originally self-published by Carlton in 2021. In addition to dark romance, the novel has elements of murder mystery, thriller, and psychological suspense that serve to build up the darkness and tension of the romantic elements in the narrative. Haunting Adeline is the first book of The Cat and Mouse Duet series, which includes Book 2, Hunting Adeline (2022), and a prequel, Satan’s Affair (2021). 

Haunting Adeline follows Adeline Reilly, a young author who has recently moved into her family’s home in Washington state following the death of her grandmother. She is stalked by Zade Meadows, the leader of an underground organization, Z, which aims to end human trafficking. With the help of her friend Daya, Adeline uncovers the secrets of her new home, Parsons Manor, and the murder of her great-grandmother, Gigi, all while trying to keep Zade at an arm’s length.