S2E23 Sinister Games - Zoe Blake

S2E23 Sinister Games - Zoe Blake

Author: Trigger Warning Romance: A Dark Romance Podcast September 11, 2023 Duration: 1:04:28

Dive back into the absolutely deranged world of Zoe Blake’s Dark Obsessions series. This week we pick back up with Sinister Games and much like Lizzy, Tori and Nat are totally into it while simultaneously questioning our sanity. To quote the wise words of Disturbed’s David Draiman: “We’re down with the Sickness!” as always check the triggers and enjoy! 

*** THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS***

✅ Contemporary; age gap; billionaire MMC; actress FMC; insta-obsession; OTT jealous/possessive; public sex; pet play; complete and utter mindfuck, and not just for Lizzie

🚩Non-con; degradation; humiliation

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Upcoming episode:

Savage Games - Zoe Blake

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Titles mentioned:

Wicked Games/Ward - Zoe Blake

The Plantation - Chris Kuzneski

Broken Doll - Zoe Blake

Hunting Adeline - H.D. Carlton

This Love Hurts - Nikita

Organized Chaos - Drethi Anis

Discord - Drethi Anis

Free Me (WITSEC #4) - Ashley Rostek

Assorted random other mentions:

Torchwood. (TV Show)

The Golden Girls (TV Show)

Epilator – Hair Removal Device

https://www.amazon.com/Braun-Silk-%C3%A9pil-Epilator-Electric-Packaging/dp/B06WGLSRPZ/ref=sr_1_5?crid=309RNX6UJWH0O&keywords=epilator&qid=1694399495&sprefix=epilator%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-5

Pair Eyewear 

https://paireyewear.com/

 Drethi Anis’s TikTok @authordrethianis 

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Intro and Outro music:

We Ascend Instrumental by Michael Briguglio


Dive into the shadowy corners of love stories with Trigger Warning Romance. This podcast is an unflinching deep-dive into the books and narrative tropes that live within the dark romance genre, where themes often venture into morally complex and explicitly taboo territory. Each episode is a candid conversation, dissecting the compelling, sometimes uncomfortable, elements that define these stories-from power dynamics and specific triggers to the controversial plot devices that keep readers hooked. We approach every discussion without judgment, fostering a space for curious adults to explore these narratives thoughtfully. You’ll hear detailed breakdowns of popular and obscure titles, analysis of why certain dark tropes resonate, and frank acknowledgments of content that requires a strong constitution. This is a podcast for listeners who understand that romance isn't always light, and that exploring the darker facets of desire and fiction requires a mature, nuanced perspective. Prepare for thoughtful, explicit, and deeply engaging talks that respect the genre and its audience. Remember, you must be at least 18 to listen.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 68

Trigger Warning Romance
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