Hearts in the Dark Book Club

Hello romance readers! Welcome to JCPL's Hearts in the Dark Book Club!

Every month we will read a different romance book geared toward a specific romance genre/trope. 

Come prepared to share all of your highlights and notes from our book! 

This book club is for 18+ only and will be meeting on the second Tuesday of every month at 6pm. To pick up a physical copy of the book, please visit the information desk. 

We look forward to seeing you there!

This month's read is Butcher & BlackBird by Brynne Weaver.

Synopsis: Sloane and Rowan are two rival murderers who specialize in killing serial killers. They develop an unlikely, slow-burn romance as they participate in an annual competition where they race to kill various villains in different locations throughout the United States. As their relationship deepens, Sloane and Rowan must navigate the unfamiliar territory of emotional vulnerability, genuine love, and mutual acceptance, while renegotiating their relationships with violence and competition.

• Genres: Romance novel, Dark comedy, Contemporary romance, Erotic literature
• Tropes: Golden retriever x black cat, He falls first, Touch him/her and die, Friends to lovers, Forced proximity, One bed
• Spice Level: 🔥🔥🔥🔥.5
• Modifications: This book is considered Open Door. For Closed Door Modifications, skip or proceed with caution on chapters 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 23 and the bonus chapter.