Who is Rina?
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Rina Kent is a New York Times, USA Today, and #1 bestselling author of all things dark romance.
Better known for writing unapologetic anti-heroes and villains, Rina weaves tales of characters you shouldn’t fall for but inevitably do. Her stories are laced with a touch of darkness, a splash of angst, and just the right amount of unhealthy intensity.
When she’s not busy plotting mayhem for her ever-expanding Rinaverse, she leads a private life in London, travels, and pampers her cats in true Cat Lady fashion.
How Did it Start?
At the tender age of five, I fell hopelessly in love with a villain from an obscure indie film. When he met his untimely end, I sobbed inconsolably, wailing that it simply wasn’t 'fair.' My family watched, half-amused, half-bewildered, as I stood up for the misunderstood bad guy.
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From that moment on, I realized that anti-heroes, villains, and society's outcasts were the characters that fascinated me the most. As I grew up, my vivid imagination and natural gift for storytelling led me down a path where morally grey men became my muse. I made it my mission to be their voice and give them the endings they deserve.
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It began with tales of monsters but soon evolved into stories about the fierce women brave enough to love them.
A Few Facts About Me
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I'm a polyglot, fluent in four languages and conversational in two more.
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I come from an academic medical research background. I completed my master's degree and had just begun my PhD when writing unexpectedly called to me.
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Traveling is my form of catharsis—it's hard for me to reset without taking a trip.
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I wrote my first short story when I was seven years old.
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I write my best chapters early in the morning, though I’m only a morning person during holidays—trust me, the struggle is real.
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Every character I create has a tic that either I or someone close to me possesses.
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When it comes to writing, I'm highly disciplined and fiercely goal-oriented.