Dive into the sultry, scandalous world of Katee Robert’s Wicked Villains series, where Disney’s iconic characters trade fairy-tale charm for dark desires and steamy romance! This bold collection of contemporary romance novels reimagines beloved villains and heroes in a modern, adult-oriented setting, blending nostalgia with provocative twists. From power-hungry Jafar to cunning Hades, these stories captivate with their unapologetic spice and complex relationships, making them a guilty pleasure for romance fans craving something daring.
With its intoxicating mix of BDSM, polyamory, and morally gray characters, Wicked Villains transforms Carver City into a playground of forbidden fantasies. Ready to see your childhood tales in a whole new light? Let’s explore this wickedly irresistible series!
How Wicked Villains Began
Katee Robert, a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, launched the Wicked Villains series in 2019 with a vision to reimagine Disney classics through a spicy, adult lens. Inspired by the allure of villains and the untapped potential of their stories, Robert crafted a world where power dynamics and desire reign supreme. Her knack for blending nostalgia with erotic romance turned a playful concept—think “Daddy Dom Jafar”—into a seven-book phenomenon that’s both shocking and addictive.
Robert’s background in writing “unspeakably hot” romances, as dubbed by Entertainment Weekly, set the stage for this series. By rooting the stories in a modern city ruled by territory bosses and a central BDSM club called The Underworld, she created a fresh, gritty backdrop that feels far removed from fairy-tale kingdoms yet winks at their origins.
The Heart of Wicked Villains
The series kicks off with Desperate Measures (2019), where Jasmine navigates a dangerous romance with Jafar, who seizes her father’s empire and offers her a choice: freedom or submission. The story’s intense power dynamics and morally gray hero set the tone for the series. Learn My Lesson (2019) follows Hades, Meg, and Hercules in a steamy ménage, exploring trust and betrayal in The Underworld’s seductive shadows. The Beast (2020) dives into a throuple with Isabelle, Beast, and Gaeton, tackling past heartbreak and shared desire. Finally, Queen Takes Rose (2020) closes the series with Aurora and Malone, blending vengeance and passion in a sapphic romance.
Wicked Villains thrives on its themes of power, consent, and transformation. Each book is a standalone but interconnected, set in Carver City’s underworld of nightclubs and crime lords. The series’ BDSM elements and polyamorous relationships push boundaries, while tongue-in-cheek Disney nods—like Aurora’s pink-and-blue hair—add playful familiarity. Robert’s writing balances spice with emotional depth, ensuring characters evolve beyond their desires.
The modern setting, devoid of magic but rich in intrigue, makes the series accessible yet thrilling. Fans love the mix of dark romance and fairy-tale Easter eggs, with safe words and plot twists tying back to classic stories. It’s erotica with heart, where villains get their happily-ever-afters.
Why Wicked Villains Resonates
Wicked Villains has carved a niche in dark romance, captivating readers with its bold reimagining of Disney tales. Its unapologetic embrace of kink and diverse relationships resonates with fans seeking inclusive, boundary-pushing stories. The series’ popularity, with over two million copies sold across Robert’s works, reflects its appeal as a guilty pleasure that challenges conventional romance norms.
By giving villains the spotlight, Robert taps into a cultural fascination with antiheroes, offering a fresh perspective on familiar narratives. The series’ fanbase thrives on social media, where readers rave about its spice and clever nods, cementing its status as a cult favorite. Its influence extends to inspiring similar adult retellings, proving there’s a market for nostalgic yet naughty tales.
- Publication Years: 2019–2020
- Number of Books: Seven
- Genre: Contemporary Dark Romance
- Setting: Carver City
Ready to trade fairy-tale innocence for something wickedly seductive? Grab Desperate Measures and plunge into the steamy, thrilling world of Wicked Villains today!