It was supposed to be a game.I Dare You.We brought her in ‘cause I wanted to tplay with her.Destroy her.But plans change and she got caught in the cross fire.Then I did something far worse. I fell in love with her, but she doesn’t know I still have secrets.Ones that could rip us all apart.We’re sharks.Raised to hunt and kill.We take what we want without asking.We’ve never needed permission, so … asking.
We’ve never needed permission, so I’m not about to start now.
You think you know everything, but we’re about to do what we do best and prove you wrong-I Promise You.
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I can say with 100% certainty that I will NEVER tire of this world, of the Sharks, and of the dark and delicious way Shantel Tessier spins a tale.
Not getting enough of him in IDY, I was so excited to get more from Deke this go around. As much as I love Cole, I think Deke is who owns my heart. I love the darkness that surrounds Cole, but Deke’s demons are the ones I want to run with.
So much happens in this story and a light shines on ALL the goings-on within this group. Lies, secrets, deceit, betrayal… it’s all there.
I loved seeing Austin and Cole really coming together. These two have such a fun, intense dynamic and to see them as partners was great.
I can’t wait to see what Deke has in store for us. That boy is going ruin me, I’m sure of it.
This is the second installment of the Dare series by Shantel Tessier. For me, this was one of those sequels that I was anxiously awaiting because I Dare You left me with my jaw hanging open and so many questions that I wanted answered! In this book, we are given the privilege of Cole’s POV which is dark and twisted, but oh so yummy. The twist and turns of the book had me flipping the pages so quickly because I couldn’t wait to see what came next. I wasn’t sure if this book would be as good as the first, but trust me, it lived up to the hype! If you loved I Dare You, then I Promise you won’t be disappointed. This is a continuation of Austin and Cole’s story with obviously the other GWS making appearances as well.
Shantel has a way with words that will drag you in and keep you invested into the story. I adored book 1 and book 2 did not disappoint. The thrill you get from reading I promise you will stay with you long after you finish. The characters are so well developed and the story reads like a dream. Perfect second book. Can’t wait for book 3!
More Colt, More Deke and a whole lot more secrets!!!
I Promise You is book 2 in the Dare Series.
This book is from Colt and Deke’s POV. It shifts from present to past to give us readers a look through the eyes of the GWS in some of those crazy scenes from book 1. It also gives you a chance to see a different side of Cole (swoon <3)
We also see more of Deke and what’s rattling around in that beautiful yet terrifying mind of his.
I’m scuuuured for Becky... like legit! I’m ready for book 3 and to see what Deke does to Becky.
4 stars!!!
This is the second book of the Dare series and, although it recounts much of the same time frame as the first book (I Dare You), it does so from the time period when the first book ended (looking back), and from a completely different perspective. It also provides a lot of additional information about several of the characters and situations.
Although I am not usually a big fan of the YA subgenre in romance, the teenage protagonists in this story have experienced so much during their short lives that they often think and act well beyond their years. Therefore, that factor is not bothering me at all.
The primary storyline continues to dwell on the relationship between Cole and Austin, although Cole’s best friend, Deke, and his girlfriend (who is also Austin’s closest friend), Becky, also play a much greater role in this book. There are a myriad of new and intriguing puzzles/mysteries that are raised, which I’m sure sets the stage for future volumes in this series. This all doing it’s job of leaving me significantly anticipating the next publication.
I have read all of Shantel Tessier’s books and am a fan of her writing. This is why I’m willing to ignore that terribly impatient part of me that hates reading books ending with cliffhangers until the entire series is complete. I can count on one hand the number of authors I’m willing to subject myself to this kind of torture with. And, whether fortunately (as I’m enjoying this series) or unfortunately (as I don’t see it ending shortly, so more torturous delays between publications), I’m in it for the long haul with this one.
This was another amazing read from the Dare series and I love that we got to see what was going on in Coles head as well as Dekes too . I loved learning the secrets that were being kept and the betrayal Oooh you could feel all them emotions building up and I’m very curious about all the drama between all the GWS and the women they love ! These boys are delicious and so bad there are so many twists and turns in this book definitely a page turner for me and I’m so excited to find out what happens between Becky and Cole ! Definite 5 star read !
OMG!!! If you don’t fall in love with Cole in the first book this one will do it!!! Cant resist a bad but definitely make sure to read I Dare You first. Can’t wait for the next one!!
After reading the first book this one kicked my heart. I loved the characters as well as the storyline! Well done Shantel
I am new to this author and I can’t seem to get enough! Her writing is amazing and never disappoints. This story was more amazing than the first and I am already dying to read the next story!
Seems like everyone is on the hunt for the Sharks! The story only gets more twisted, some lies are told, some are unwound, and some need to remain hidden.
This book picks up from the incident of when Austin’s shooting occurred. We get multiple perspectives from Deke, Cole and Bennett. And boy does it make this plot so much more interesting! All these boys remain friends, all of them have something to hide and I want to know who Bennett’s secret mystery girl is!!!
Once you think you have this story figured out, the mystery flees your grasp. This
book definitely kept me on my toes! Shantel is manipulating my mind with her words!!!
This is the second book in the Dare Series. This story is a great addition to the Series. You absolutely have to read I Dare You before. We get the POV of Cole, Deke and Bennet from the first book, I Dare You. This story is captivating, dark, fast-paced, and intense. This story filled some of the blanks from the first book, and added others. I Promise You, you will not regret to read this book, if you have already read the first book, and of course if you like dark romance. Now, I can’t wait for the next book in the Series. Deke’s story.
I loved this book! It may be my favorite of the series so far! So much is thrown at you that is so unexpected it keeps you reading, needing to know more! Deke is definitely one of my favorites! I love his dark side, protective and loyal side and of course his sweet side when he decides to show it! This book is full of everything and lots of surprises! I highly highly recommend this book
The Dare Series has quickly become one of my favorite series EVER. Thanks to Shantel Tessier and her talented pen I’m now reading an entire genre because I cannot get enough of the bully romance. If you Dare finally gives us another chance to swim with the Great White Sharks with the focus being mainly on Deke. If you’ve not read the first two books in this series, quit reading this review and immediately go read them; then come back. Shantel Tessier has become synonymous with plot twists, big reveals, and incredibly steamy sex, and shehe stays true to form with If You Dare! Expect the angst, agony, and wet panties that we’ve all come to know because you get all of that and more. One click the ever loving crap out of this series, you will NOT be disappointed!
The Second in the Dare series, this doesn’t pick right up where the first left off, but close enough that I would recommend reading the first one.
Cole is going nuttier than a fruit cake, looking for revenge, Austin is in major health trouble and someone ends up dead. I’m not one to post spoiler because I personally don’t think it’s cool. The group is divided, Cole is a mess in every-since of the word, but who wouldn’t be after his friend’s betrayal.
Tension is thick in this book throughout the entire of the story, lies are revealed, secrets told and what comes from it will shock everyone to their cores. Some parts where harder than other for me to follow due to the way the flashbacks come and go throughout the book, but in the end, I really enjoyed the story.
The dark, violent Cole finally comes to his senses and manages to start treating Austin the way she DESERVES to be treated. This for me, made this book. Epic, suspenseful, action packed and sexy, everything I like in a book topped with a hottie to boot.
As a side notes-I really hope Deke has a story coming, love the name, love the character and his story is just starting to burn, I can feel it.
I freaking love this series!!! There are new twists in I Promise You that you never expected and it keeps you on edge the whole time. I wanted to climb into the book and beat up Becky. After you read the first book, you have no choice but to fall in love with Austin and Cole. But after the second book you will love I love Deke just as much! I can’t wait to see what happens in the next book and how this whole backstabbing, lying, Becky situation is dealt with!
I loved this series! High school rich kid drama is my jam! Don’t ask me why lmao. It just is. These books had just the right amount of everything—twists, turns, steaminess. Cole really showed himself in this one. He really pulled at my heartstrings this time. The WTFs just kept getting added. lol. Kellen—Idk how to feel about you anymore. One second I hate you. Then the next I see you as a kid telling her she’s pretty. Wah. Shane—I am so confused by you lol. I thought he was gonna be the good one. Now Idk. Bennett—fence rider, I want your book. That ending though… OMG! I have so many questions. That was creepy! Becky—conniving little ho, I still love you though haha! Deke—I’m intrigued. I really want to know more about Becky and Demi’s shadiness.
You’ll never guess the twists. Like Celeste… *mouth gaping* You can’t trust anyone really. 5 suspenseful stars! Waiting for If you dare with baited breath and hoping that’s not the last book.
Austin, and Cole’s follow up book to “I Dare You” hit all the right spots! As the reader we pick up exactly where the first book ended, but get to see a side of Cole that we only caught glimpses of in the first book. (If you haven’t read the first book you will not understand this book). I love seeing more of his POV to better understand just how he thinks.
Watching Austin, and Cole’s story unfold definitely show’s the growth of the two characters. These two DID not have any positive relationship models in their life. Seeing them learn to trust/rely on one another is proving to them that they don’t have to let their past define them.
This book shows the fall out, and repercussions from Austin and Cole getting together. The “sharks” are falling apart as their world continues to spin out of control around them. Some questions from the first book get answered, but I am left with so many more.
I have found that series of books can get stale, and boring. This second book only kicked up the suspense a notch. It has caused me to want to reread the first two back to back (which is rare for me to do) Waiting for the third book will be torture, but totally worth it!
You have no idea how excited I was to find out that I Dare You had another book coming out! After reading the first book I spent weeks trying to find books that were similar. I absolutely LOVED this! Shantel’s writing is so freaking good and her characters have depth that keeps you engrossed from the very first page. I didn’t know exactly where this book was going to take us since book one gave us a HEA but she did it again and gave us a story that adds more layers to the original along with so much more. This will always be one of my favorite series and I cannot wait to read book three to see where it takes us.
Second book of the trilogy is just as thrilling, action packed and page turning as the first. More backstory and character development is added. You can see feelings starting to develop between the characters. Can’t wait for the thrilling conclusion after the teaser the author left at the end of the book!
I… CANT… EVEN…this book is packed full of twisted craziness, lies, betrayal, blackmail, endless secrets and so many shocking moments. It was so sinfully dark and twisted and I JUST COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN. I absolutely devoured every moment of I Dare You, which was my first book by this author, so I was so excited to read I Promise You, and it did not disappoint.
I enjoyed getting more of the full story and reading more about the characters from different perspectives and being let in on some pretty big secrets. There were so many games and manipulative behavior and tristed scenarios, but I love that within that, there is a love story with genuine feelings and I Promise You really highlights Cole’s protective instincts and love for Austin.
This author is quickly becoming a go to author for me in that her stories are so engaging and dynamic that I find myself fully invested in the story and never want it to end. She has created a great group of characters, although somewhat disturbing in a fun to read about way. I also really enjoyed that this book alternates between the past and the present. I am dying to read the next book in the series. It cannot come soon enough!!!