'Shatter Me' series by Tahereh Mafi also has some elements that could be considered in this category. The relationship between the main characters Juliette and Warner is quite complex and has a certain level of darkness and abuse in the sense of power dynamics and emotional turmoil.
One example could be 'Twisted Love' by Ana Huang. It has elements of a dark and complex relationship. The male lead has some controlling and possessive traits which add to the 'dark' aspect of the romance.
Another novel is 'Beautiful Disaster' by Jamie McGuire. The relationship in this book is very tumultuous with the male character Travis having a rather wild and at times, borderline abusive personality, which gives the romance a dark and twisted feel.
Well, 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' by Sarah J. Maas can be considered in this category to some extent. The relationship between the main characters has a dark and passionate side, with a lot of power dynamics at play. Then there's 'Poison Study' by Maria V. Snyder, where the relationship between the protagonist and a certain character has elements of a dark and unexpected romance. Also, 'The Vampire Diaries' novels have their fair share of dark, twisted love triangles and complex relationships.
However, they can also have a negative impact. For some, it can normalize or romanticize abusive behavior. If a reader is not able to distinguish between fiction and reality well, they might think that the possessive and controlling behavior shown in these novels is acceptable in real - life relationships.
One popular twisted romance novel is 'Gone Girl'. It presents a complex and somewhat twisted relationship between the two main characters, with unexpected plot twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats.
One such novel is 'Wuthering Heights'. It contains elements of a dark and twisted love. Heathcliff's obsessive and vengeful love for Catherine is far from the typical romantic love. His actions, driven by his unrequited and all - consuming love, lead to a cycle of misery and revenge among the characters.
Stephen King has many 'dark and twisted horror stories' too. For example, 'Pet Sematary' where a burial ground has the power to bring the dead back to life, but they come back wrong. It shows how tampering with death can lead to terrifying and unforeseen consequences.
There are many great dark romance novels. For example, 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn. It shows a very twisted relationship between the two main characters, full of lies and manipulation. 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' by Oscar Wilde has some elements of dark romance too. Dorian's relationships are influenced by his own dark and hedonistic pursuits. And 'Jane Eyre' by Charlotte Bronte has a certain darkness in the relationship between Jane and Mr. Rochester, especially with the secrets that are hidden at first.
One popular dark romance novel is 'Twilight' by Stephenie Meyer. It has elements of a dark romance with the vampire-human relationship. Another is 'Fifty Shades of Grey' by E.L. James, which delves into a complex and somewhat dark relationship. Also, 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte can be considered a dark romance as it features intense and often tortured love between the characters.
Unusual or disturbing settings also play a role. It could be a haunted mansion or a post - apocalyptic world. In a story set in a desolate and dangerous place, the love that develops between the characters can take on a darker hue as they struggle not only with their feelings but also with survival. For instance, in some dystopian novels, love might be a rare and dangerous thing.
One popular one is 'Gone Girl'. It shows a very complex and somewhat abusive relationship between the two main characters. The wife's disappearance and the revelations that follow expose the dark side of their marriage.
One popular 'twisted visual novel' could be 'Danganronpa'. It has a very unique and twisted plot filled with mystery and unexpected twists. The characters are diverse and often have complex personalities that drive the story forward in strange and interesting ways.