A review by franccescareads
The Ritual, by Shantel Tessier
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Well hello there, dark and sexy. I needed a good dark romance book and WOW this DID NOT disappoint.
“Because life without her would be hell.”
Was it dark? Hell yes. Was it kind of taboo? Yes. But it was also mysterious, had plot twists, romantic and so much more. I was really impressed. Cause yes, it is dark romance and it has several kinks most people say are taboo or not right, but the author wrote it SO PERFECT that it’s amazing. You can feel the love and RESPECT they have for one another in every scene.
The writing is good, it’s fast-paced and it makes you want to keep on reading. The characters are so… full of life? I guess it’s the right term cause they are so real, with emotions so raw and understanding that, I know anyone can feel the same way. Blakely even with her innocence is so bold and goes after what she wants. And Ryat, that man, I would die to have a guy like that. The way he loves her? What he’d do for her? Perfect.
And yes, he’s possessive, dominant, protective and so yummy. Again, the way the kinks and sex scenes are written is pure GOLD.
Will I be recommending this book? Fuck yes.
“Because life without her would be hell.”
Was it dark? Hell yes. Was it kind of taboo? Yes. But it was also mysterious, had plot twists, romantic and so much more. I was really impressed. Cause yes, it is dark romance and it has several kinks most people say are taboo or not right, but the author wrote it SO PERFECT that it’s amazing. You can feel the love and RESPECT they have for one another in every scene.
The writing is good, it’s fast-paced and it makes you want to keep on reading. The characters are so… full of life? I guess it’s the right term cause they are so real, with emotions so raw and understanding that, I know anyone can feel the same way. Blakely even with her innocence is so bold and goes after what she wants. And Ryat, that man, I would die to have a guy like that. The way he loves her? What he’d do for her? Perfect.
And yes, he’s possessive, dominant, protective and so yummy. Again, the way the kinks and sex scenes are written is pure GOLD.
Will I be recommending this book? Fuck yes.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Toxic relationship, Pregnancy, Sexual content, and Sexual violence