What do you do when the devil has you in his sights?You show him that you can play his game.Austin Lowes is new to town. She’s running from a mom who hates her to her dad who cares nothing about her. Only a few months and she will be free, or at least, that’s what she hopes … until she meets him.Cole Reynolds is the devil disguised as a man. He wants her fear, he wants her blood, and he wants … wants her blood, and he wants her soul.
Just a little game, he says, I dare you.
Will Austin survive him, or will she lose herself and the game?
Secrets are revealed and justice will be served, but at what cost?
Who survives and who doesn’t?
Due to mature content and themes this book is recommended for readers aged eighteen and over. I Dare You is a full-length novel, 123k words. The first in the Dare Series, but can be read as a standalone.
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TEN STARS!!!
What can I say other than holy h€ll!!!
This is by far, in my opinion, Shantel’s best work to-date and that’s me that loves her previous novels! And is a complete change in the type of writing.
This book is dark in parts and quite angsty. A total rollercoaster ride and definitely keeps you on the edge of your seat.
The story surrounds Cole and his closest friends, aka GWS = Great White Sharks, not only are they all on the swim team, but all are as deadly as their namesakes.
Austin, a girl who’s had a pretty cr@p hand dealt to her, as far as parents go and abuse she’s had to suffer, unwanted, she is passed off to her Father – her Mother’s aim, to get more money out of him! Yet her Father’s aim is to ship her back as soon as possible, even knowing what he would be sending her back to – he’s a nasty, evil man!
Cole, sees an opportunity to get one over on his enemy and have a bit of fun in the process by using Austin, but h€ll, was he NOT expecting what he got with her!
His ‘crew’ draw dares which they must complete or face a consequence – but where does Austin fit into this?!
Austin is a kick-a$$ survivor and doesn’t scare easily, giving back two-fold what is dished out to her!
The love/hate relationship that develops between Cole & Austin, keeps us guessing all the way through and to top it off, Cole has so many secrets and likes to play his mind games, so you don’t actually know how he actually feels towards Austin – is it all one of his games to try and get her? That said they have amazing chemistry and it gets hot!
This is a dark, twisted ride and you will need to buckle-up to stay safe. I DARE YOU to read this book… I guarantee you’ll not be disappointed.
I hope Shantel will consider following this up, with Deke’s story
I voluntarily Reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book, but still bought the book as well, it’s THAT good!!!
This book is OMG! I read it all in one read. I couldn’t put it down. It was suspenseful, sexy, and seriously intense. Cole and Austin are amazing together. I like that they didn’t have an insta-love but were still so drawn to each other. This is definitely a book that I’ll read several more times and would recommend it to everyone.
Amazing read. It’s dark, angsty and steamy. It will suck you in from the beginning with its twists and turns as it keeps you on the edge of your seat. It has a suspenseful and intense storyline. The connection and chemistry between the characters is off the charts sizzling, intense and sexy. It’s an intriguing and entertaining read. I voluntarily reviewed an advance copy of this book.
This book … WOW … I am on day three of my book hangover and I still don’t think I have the words to adequately describe how amazingly twisted this book is.
I Dare You was an amazing read that took you in from page one and did not let you go until the very end. Shantel Tessier created a plot that will blow your mind with its unpredicatable turns and dark themes. This book felt like it was so much longer as so much drama was squeezed into the pages. The author allows no moment to catch you breath before hitting you with the next unbelievable twist.
The characters in this novel are so well written, the contrast of hardness and vulnerability so well done. Cole, is the dark shark you love to hate. I don’t think I have seen a dark male lead so well written since Vicious by L.J. Shen, who by the way I loved. The other characters are equally fantastic, but I won’t reveal any more as I believe this novel is best read spoiler free.
If you enjoy your book boyfriends dark, and twisted you need to meet the Great White Sharks. I Dare You blew me away and left me reeling.
I loved, loved, loved this book and can not rate it highly enough. Get yourself a copy … I Dare You
This book was full of twists and turns and you can’t stop reading because you have to know what’s going to happen next. Austin is a bada** heroine and Cole is her perfect counterpart. Deke, he give the right balance humor to set off this sexy and thrilling story!
I received the ARC in exchange for a honest review.
Wow what a story! This was completely unexpected on so many levels. I love Shantel’s books but this is completely different from what she normally does. Of course the action she puts in to her other ones are awesome but this had a total new twist to it. Nothing like what I expected. I loved every minute of it and the ending nearly made my heart stop. My hat is off to you on this Shantel!
Holy s***!!!!! I’ve never read a book that has had me wrapped up and in suspense from the very beginning until the very ending of the epilogue. I usually figure out who’s behind what in some books but not in this one. I kept gasping and swearing when discovering something new. Damnnnn so many secrets and lies omg it was so bad and oh so freaking good!!!!!!!!!
Cole was the devil but Austin was the female version. I thought I’ve read about every badass heroine but I realized I was wrong after reading about Austin. She has literally topped every badass heroine I’ve ever read about it. Talk about a ballsy chick and I loved it!!! No one saw that attitude coming from her not even Cole.
They both meet in the strangest,scariest and creepiest way. He thought he was scaring her but he met his match. He started out by planning to break her but little did he know she was far beyond broken. Their banter was hot and devilish all wrapped up in one. Cole started out by using her as a pawn but then eventually developed feelings even though he kept it well hidden. Austin also developed feelings but also hid it. She knew how to wear the mask just as well as Cole.
Austin grew up with a mother that didn’t want her and a dad that didn’t want her either. Reading the blurb you’ll feel bad for her but she’s a survivor and can’t wait until she’s 18 to escape but then Cole happens. They play a stupid game but then so many things happen. Can’t go into details because it will give the story away but this is a book that needs to be grabbed and enjoyed from beginning to end in one sitting with a bottle of wine because a glass is not sufficient. The things and situations these two go thru and find themselves in is so wow. That’s real trust and care from two people that claim they don’t care for each other. But as the story progresses you realize that’s not true. They are each other’s ride or die.
Now the last chapter and the epilogue, . Wowwwww talk about heart stopping moment. I thought thinks went completely left and I was gasping especially with that epilogue. What a way to twist things and keep you intrigued till the very end. Awesome read!! And such a badass couple!!
This book was amazeballs! Totally intriguing and intoxicating. I could not put this down and neither will anyone else who reads Cole and Austin’s story!
What get new book! Such a twisting story filled filled will drama and just the right amount love. I dare you is just as the title say I dare you. Its a dare book. Cole is part of a group filled with dares and Austin is the news part of the group. I cant really say to much about the book without giving it away, sorry. Austin is a troubled kid. Shes had a shitty life and then shes thrown into a shittier predicament. Can a bright spot be found in all this darkness? Will cole be her ruin or her savior? Those are the mysteries you’ll be asking throughout this whole book. Sometimes books can have weird feelings run through you. I read this book voluntarily for an honest review. When you read one of Shantel’s books you always leave satisfied. Enjoy!
OMG! My feelings were all over the place with this one! I Dare You is packed with angst, betrayal, secrets, hate, revenge and a twisted love that is HOT! I wanted to hate Cole when he first met Austin. It didn’t take me long to realize that she could play this game right along with him. You NEED to one-click this book!!
Holy! This book is everything. I couldn’t put this one down! It has everything. There is a twist at every corner, a drop off at every stop, and a dead end on every street! Austin truly is a survivor, who will do her best to tread water as long as she can. Cole is a hungry shark that likes to play with his food before he’s done with it. Most things aren’t as they seem though, this town is full secrets and lies and Austin knows how to adapt she will become a shark to survive!
OMG, this book was intense. It kept me on the edge of my seat and had me up all night. There is never a dull moment within the pages. I thought the writing was fantastic, I felt as though I was right there with the characters. I was drawn in from page one and loved the emotional ride with Cole and Austin.
I had a hate/love relationship with Cole. His first impression made me want to punch him. Like I said, I hate the man, but I also love the man. Then there’s Austin. I freakin’ loved Austin. That girl is tough as nails and totally my kind of girl.
The minute I read this blurb I knew I needed this book. It sounded sexy, intense, erotic and suspenseful – all things I love in my books. I thought Cole and Austin were PERFECT. I loved their chemistry, their tension-filled banter and all of the extended characters in this book. It was absolutely amazing!!
When new girl in town Austin Lowes finds herself the lone girl in a crew of dangerous men where secrets and lies are like currency and danger and murder are everyday occurrences, it’s a battle of wits and daring to beat Cole Reynolds and his friends in their dangerous and daring games. But when lines get crossed between her and Cole, will his need for Austin’s blood and fear get in the way of final justice and vengeance.
I absolutely FLOVED this book. I though Austin and Cole had CRAZY SEXY chemistry, intense push and pull and their banter was sexy af. I FLOVED the whole GWS crew and Austin’s take no prisoners attitude. She was pure badass and I could not get enough! She was one of them and proved it everyday. In addition, she gave as good as she got and never hesitated to put anyone in their place. I loved her so much!!
While I was seriously addicted to this book and read it in almost one sitting, I did find the ending to be heavily rushed and choppy. Overall though, this was fantastic and I hope this becomes a series as I am not ready to let the GWS crew go. Bravo! 4.5 stars! ~Ratula (less)
Shantel has done it again by bringing to readers a new novel with two lost souls who find one another in a world of darkness. “I Dare You” lives up to its title because the characters in the book take you on a roller coaster ride of dangerous dares, betrayal, lies, and games of sex and love. Who would have thought a group of teenagers can put your imagination to the test when they take you through their world of surviving adults who try so hard to break their spirit. When you read this novel, you will see that Cole and Austin are not your typical teenagers and their world is dangerous and broken. Austin is sent to live with a father that has never wanted her by a mother who never chooses her either. Austin is a broken soul who is only looking to get her freedom from the people who do not love her. On her first night in her new home she stumbles upon a crime but does not get away so easily when she is caught snooping. There she is caught by Cole and he becomes her tormentor. Cole is broken also from a tragedy that occurred months before Austin stepped foot into town. He lost three people and is trying to keep a promise he made to one of them and seek justice at his own hands. His other four friends are a part of a group and they use their group to complete dares that are dangerous and crazy, or they pay the consequence. When Cole brings Austin into the fold things start falling apart within the group and Cole is doing everything he can to keep it under control. Austin and Cole embark on a tumultuous relationship built on intense chemistry, a game being played, and secrets being hidden. Cole believes his world is too dark and worthless for her, but she is doing everything she can to survive the hurt and pain of the people who are supposed to love her. Cole must find it within himself to put the game aside and open up himself to other possibilities.
I love how Shantel keeps you guessing at what is really going to happen. I have never read about teenagers that have such an intense, raw and unbridled attraction to one another. Austin and Cole truly embody a thin line between love and hate. They lose control with one another just by being in the same room and their arguments are just foreplay. There are no punches being held back in “I Dare You” because these characters are out for revenge and will do anything to get what they want. They take playing games to a whole other level and people better beware because you do not want to get on their bad side. Shantel is very good at giving us chemistry, uncontrolled lust but this time she gave us some suspense that left my mind spinning. It’s a great novel and I Dare You readers to read it because if you do be prepared to have your mind blown.
I was suprised by how much i liked I Dare You! Its a little different than a lot of Shantel’s other works! Cole and Austin chemistry is off the charts! This isn’t the typical love story. Expect betrayal, lies, action, and strong emotions! In other words it’s awesome! A must read, I DARE YOU to read it.
I Dare You was so good, I loved it! It was twisted, suspenseful and sexy! I loved the extreme hate/love relationship between Cole and Austin. I thought they had amazing chemistry and connection. I really loved Austin, she was awesome. Cole was sexy, cocky and a bit dangerous. I loved the games they all played. This is a must read!
Hot Damn!!!!! This was an awesome book filled with suspense around every corner. Loved the characters and hope some side characters get a book!!!!
This book was completely mind blowing!! This is a completely different Shantel than I’ve seen before. This storyline was extremely dark, sexy & full of stubborn characters. I was pulled in to the story by a teaser, but as I began reading I was worried if the ages of these characters would turn me off. I should know better than to doubt the writing capabilities of Shantel Tessier, she is by far the queen of story telling!!! I love a good dark dirty boy, but Cole is all man! This storyline with all the secrets was intriguing, intense & full of suspense. I love a sexy h, but in this story it’s hard to tell who is the h or H. Austin gives Cole a run for his money with her stubborn in ur face snide remarks. I’m completely in love with these 2 & want more! Full on book hangover!!!
Told in dual POV. #dirtydarksexyshark
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Wow. This book is nothing like the usual books shantel has written, yet it was just as fantastic. Had me on the edge of my seat until the end, waiting to see what would happen next. Such a creative story. Loved the characters. And the ending? Amazing! I can’t wait to see what’s next from shantel.
This book was absolutely amazing. This book was dark and twisted, but all with excitement. It kept you guessing at every corner, asking questions you were dying to know. And once you thought you knew, you were tricked all over again, it’s great!!! Shantel is an unbelievable author and she never disappoints. I recommend this book 100%