Story Summary
King of Wrath by Ana Huang kicks off the Kings of Sin series — a steamy, enemies-to-lovers romance about control, trust, and unexpected vulnerability.
The story follows Vivian Lau, a jewelry heiress raised to be perfect, polite, and untouchable. When her father forces her into an arranged engagement with Dante Russo, a ruthless billionaire with a cold heart, she agrees only to protect her family's reputation.
Dante, furious at being manipulated into marriage, vows to make Vivian's life difficult. But behind his anger lies a growing attraction he can't control. As their fake engagement turns into something more real, both must decide what they're willing to risk — pride, loyalty, or their hearts.
It's a modern-day romance about two powerful people learning that love can't be negotiated — and that vulnerability might be the ultimate act of strength.
Main Characters
Vivian Lau
- Age: 26
- Ethnicity: Chinese-American
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Brown
- Identity: Heiress / Jewelry designer
Polished, composed, and driven — but beneath her calm surface is a woman who craves passion and autonomy.
Dante Russo
- Age: 33
- Ethnicity: Italian-American
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Hazel
- Identity: Billionaire CEO / real estate tycoon
Controlled, arrogant, and emotionally closed-off — a man used to power who meets his match in a woman who refuses to bow.
Ava Lau
- Age: 23
- Ethnicity: Chinese-American
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Brown
- Identity: Vivian's younger sister
Outspoken and rebellious — a sharp contrast to Vivian's perfection, and a key emotional anchor for her.
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Every Spicy Chapter – Breakdown & Highlights
Ana Huang delivers her signature balance of tension and heat — emotionally charged intimacy mixed with power dynamics that evolve into mutual vulnerability.
Here's how the steamy moments unfold, focusing on what actually happens while staying true to the story's emotional tone.
Chapter 15 – The First Kiss
Vivian and Dante's tension finally breaks after weeks of arguing. He corners her in his office after a heated confrontation about their engagement. She throws his arrogance back at him, and he responds by pulling her close and kissing her — rough, unexpected, and charged with frustration.
"He kissed her like he wanted to burn every ounce of control he'd ever had."
Chapter 21 – The Penthouse Night
After a gala full of forced smiles and subtle insults, Dante takes Vivian back to his penthouse. The argument that starts there turns into something entirely different. He pins her against the wall, and their anger blurs into passion. Clothes come off quickly; it's breathless, unrestrained, and full of pent-up attraction.
"She tasted like defiance, and he wanted more."
Chapter 25 – The Elevator
Tension reaches another high point when they're trapped together in an elevator after a tense meeting. Dante's patience snaps — he pushes her against the mirrored wall, kissing her deeply until she melts against him. The moment is short but raw, ending when the doors open, leaving them shaken and silent.
"His reflection stared back at him — wild, unguarded, undone by her."
Chapter 33 – The Bedroom Scene
This is their first time being together without anger. Dante takes her to his bedroom, and the tone shifts completely. It's slower, deliberate, and intimate — every touch laced with control and care. They move together quietly, the city lights filtering through the windows, softening both of them.
"Every movement was deliberate, every breath a confession they'd never say aloud."
Chapter 37 – The Reconciliation
After a fight that nearly ends their engagement, Dante finds Vivian at her apartment. Their reunion is immediate — no words, just need. He lifts her onto the counter, kissing her until she can't breathe. The scene is rougher, desperate, full of apology and relief.
"It wasn't gentle; it was a promise written in bruises and breathless gasps."
Chapter 40 – The Balcony
In a quieter, more tender moment, they share a night together overlooking the city. Vivian teases him, Dante actually smiles, and they make love slowly beneath the stars. It's the calm after the storm — full of closeness rather than conflict.
"He touched her like he was learning peace for the first time."
Goodreads Reader Reactions
King of Wrath quickly became one of Ana Huang's most popular romances, praised for its emotional maturity and slow-burn tension. On Goodreads, it holds around 4.3 stars, with readers calling it "an arranged-marriage romance done right" and "a slow burn with bite."
Positive Reactions:
Fans loved Dante and Vivian's dynamic — sharp banter, simmering attraction, and believable emotional growth. Many appreciated that Dante wasn't just a cold billionaire but a man learning vulnerability, and that Vivian met his intensity with quiet strength.
"Dante Russo is the definition of slow-burning obsession."
"Vivian didn't need saving — she needed someone who saw her."
Readers also praised the balance between emotional tension and high-impact spice.
"When they finally touch, it feels like exhaling after holding your breath for 200 pages."
Critical Reactions:
Some found Dante's coldness in early chapters off-putting or thought the middle dragged, but most agreed the payoff was worth it.
"The pacing could've been tighter, but the character growth made it worth it."
Overall:
Readers described King of Wrath as elegant, sexy, and unexpectedly heartfelt — a mature evolution from Huang's Twisted series.
"It's not just spicy — it's polished, emotional, and human."
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Where to Buy or Read King of Wrath
- Amazon: Paperback, Kindle, and Kindle Unlimited
- Barnes & Noble: Paperback and eBook editions
- Apple Books & Kobo: Digital versions
- Libraries: Available via Libby and Hoopla
- Audiobook: Narrated by Ava Erickson and Aiden Snow, available on Audible
Related Books – The Kings of Sin Series
The Kings of Sin series by Ana Huang expands her universe of powerful, morally gray men and the strong, capable women who bring them to their knees. Each book draws inspiration from one of the Seven Deadly Sins, making every story distinct in tone while staying emotionally interconnected.
These are standalone romances but share crossovers, cameos, and overlapping themes — especially around love, power, and vulnerability in a world of wealth and reputation.
1️⃣ King of Wrath (Dante & Vivian – Pride)
The first book in the series sets the tone — luxurious, intense, and full of emotional restraint breaking into passion. Vivian Lau, a jewelry heiress, and Dante Russo, a billionaire CEO, enter an arranged engagement for business reasons but end up falling into something real.
It's all about control vs. surrender, trust vs. pride, and how love feels when it's the one thing you can't negotiate.
Tone: Enemies-to-lovers, arranged marriage, emotional slow burn, high spice.
2️⃣ King of Pride (Kai & Isabella – Envy)
The second installment shifts from boardrooms to nightclubs, following Kai Young, a disciplined finance heir, and Isabella Flores, a social butterfly with a sharp tongue and a knack for stirring trouble.
Their romance unfolds through opposites-attract energy — reserved meets reckless — and the book dives into how envy and self-doubt can sabotage connection. Fans love it for its emotional depth and lighter humor compared to King of Wrath.
Tone: Reserved meets reckless, emotional healing, slow trust-building.
3️⃣ King of Greed (Dominic & Alessandra – Greed)
This book centers on Dominic Davenport, a self-made billionaire who sacrificed love for ambition, and Alessandra, his estranged wife. Years after their cold marriage collapses, they reunite in a second-chance romance full of tension and remorse.
The story blends business drama, marriage angst, and emotional redemption — easily one of Huang's most intense works.
Tone: Marriage-in-crisis, second chances, love vs. ambition, emotional wreckage.
4️⃣ King of Sloth (Upcoming – Sloth)
Ana Huang has teased this book as darker, slower, and deeply emotional — focused on emotional numbness, grief, and reawakening. It's rumored to feature one of the Twisted crossover characters, tying her two worlds closer together.
Expected themes: emotional burnout, guilt, and the rediscovery of love after loss.
Series Overview
Across all Kings of Sin novels, Ana Huang explores the emotional cost of power. Each "King" represents a sin — not as a flaw to be punished, but as something human to be understood.
The Kings of Sin books are known for:
- High-stakes romance — CEOs, heirs, and elite power players.
- Strong female leads — intelligent, confident women who hold their own.
- Emotional slow burns — tension-heavy arcs with explosive resolution.
- Crossover cameos — subtle nods to the Twisted and If Love universes.
Fans often describe the series as "Twisted Love for grown-ups" — more refined, more introspective, but just as addictive.
"Ana Huang's Kings aren't just rich men — they're emotionally bankrupt men learning to feel again."
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many chapters are in King of Wrath?
There are 47 chapters, plus an epilogue.
Q: What is King of Wrath about?
It's about Vivian Lau, a jewelry heiress forced into an arranged engagement with Dante Russo, a ruthless billionaire. Their enemies-to-lovers dynamic evolves into a passionate, emotional romance about power, pride, and vulnerability.
Q: Where to listen to King of Wrath audiobook?
You can listen on Audible, Spotify, or Apple Books, narrated by Ava Erickson and Aiden Snow.
Q: How old is Vivian in King of Wrath?
Vivian is 26 years old.
Q: Who is Vivian's sister in King of Wrath?
Vivian's younger sister is Ava Lau, who plays a recurring role in the series.
Q: How old is Dante Russo in King of Wrath?
Dante is 33 years old.
Q: Where to read King of Wrath?
Available through Kindle Unlimited, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble (eBook and paperback).
Q: What chapters of King of Wrath are spicy?
Primarily Chapters 15, 21, 33, and 37, with lingering tension throughout earlier chapters.
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