Review: King of Wrath (Kings of Sin #1) by Ana Huang

Plot Summary

A brand new steamy billionaire romance from the bestselling author of the Twisted series.

She's the wife he never wanted . . . and the weakness he never saw coming.

Ruthless. Meticulous. Arrogant. Dante Russo thrives on control, both personally and professionally.

The billionaire CEO never planned to marry - until the threat of blackmail forces him into an engagement with a woman he barely knows: Vivian Lau, jewellery heiress and daughter of his newest enemy.

It doesn't matter how beautiful or charming she is. He'll do everything in his power to destroy the evidence and their betrothal.

There's only one problem: now that he has her . . . he can't bring himself to let her go.

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Elegant. Ambitious. Well-mannered. Vivian Lau is the perfect daughter and her family's ticket into the highest echelons of high society.

Marrying a blue-blooded Russo means opening doors that would otherwise remain closed to her new-money family.

While the rude, elusive Dante isn't her idea of a dream partner, she agrees to their arranged marriage out of duty.

Craving his touch was never part of the plan.

Neither was the worst thing she could possibly do: fall in love with her future husband.

My Review

Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)

Ana Huang’s King of Wrath is a passionate, emotionally charged romance that blends sizzling chemistry with heartfelt character development. As the first book in the Kings of Sin series, it explores power, family expectations, and the clash between duty and desire.

Ruthless billionaire Dante Russo is forced into an arranged engagement with Vivian Lau, a poised yet strong-willed woman bound by her family’s expectations. Their relationship begins with resistance but soon ignites into undeniable attraction. As trust builds and secrets unfold, obligation turns into something real—if they’re willing to risk it.

Ana Huang delivers a captivating romance with King of Wrath. Dante is the classic brooding hero, and while his initial coldness can be frustrating, his gradual character growth is satisfying to watch. Vivian, on the other hand, is a strong and likable heroine, balancing vulnerability with resilience. Their chemistry is undeniable, and the push-and-pull dynamic keeps the tension high.

The novel explores themes of power, family expectations, and personal growth, adding depth beyond the romance. The arranged marriage trope is handled well, with both characters learning to compromise and open up.

As someone who grew up in an Asian household, I found Vivian’s struggle with filial piety deeply relatable. The pressure to meet parental expectations, particularly in terms of marriage and career, is something many readers from similar backgrounds will recognize.

Beyond the romance, the novel highlights the contrast between Dante’s Western individualism and Vivian’s deep-rooted sense of family responsibility. Watching them navigate these differences while falling for each other adds another layer of depth to their relationship.

With compelling characters and steamy tension, King of Wrath is a captivating read for fans of enemies-to-lovers and arranged marriage tropes.