Twisted Love by Ana Huang
Twisted Love by Ana Huang is a contemporary brother’s-best-friend romance about Ava Chen and Alex Volkov, whose guarded attraction brings buried secrets and emotional conflict into their lives. It is the first book in the Twisted series and is described as readable on its own.
At a glance
- Contemporary romance centred on a brother’s best friend and his best friend’s sister.
- The publisher describes the pairing as grumpy-sunshine, with secrets and emotional stakes.
- Book one in the Twisted series, described as a standalone read.
Reference price: $26.99
Price checked: Nov 13, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A defined romance setup pairs a guarded neighbour with a free-spirited heroine.
- Can be read as a standalone despite being the first book in a series.
- The 352-page length gives room for the romance and mystery elements described in the listing.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Sourcebooks |
|---|---|
| Publication date | Sept. 27 2022 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 352 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1728274869 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1728274867 |
| Dimensions | 13.97 x 2.24 x 21.59 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 318 g |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers looking for contemporary, emotionally charged romance with brother’s-best-friend and grumpy-sunshine dynamics.
- Readers interested in a first-in-series book that can also be read on its own.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a fast start or a plot they are unlikely to find predictable, since customer feedback is mixed on pacing and predictability.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the story as engaging and emotionally charged, with praise for its characters and writing. Experiences with pacing and predictability are mixed: some find it binge-worthy, while others say the opening is slow or the plot predictable. That feedback may matter to readers who prioritize a quick start or surprises. The listing describes a 352-page contemporary romance, but customer reactions are opinions rather than guarantees of fit.
Positive themes
- Readers describe the story as engaging and emotionally charged, and praise the characters and writing.
Negative themes
- Some readers find the beginning slow or the plot predictable.
Mixed feedback
- Pacing and readability divide readers, with some calling it binge-worthy and others finding the opening slow.
Frequently asked questions
Can Twisted Love be read without continuing the series?
The listing identifies it as book one in the Twisted series and says it can be read as a standalone.
What kind of romance is Twisted Love?
It is described as a contemporary brother’s-best-friend romance with grumpy-sunshine dynamics.
What is the story about?
Ava Chen and Alex Volkov are drawn together while navigating a guarded past, emotional tension and secrets that could affect them both.
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