TITANI know I have a black soul. Bloodshed and danger are what I live for.A King is supposed to rule his Kingdom using any means necessary to demand respect.I’m not a weak man… A King kneels to no one.I’ve only ever cared about one other person in my life, but the thing is, she never belonged to me. And before I could tell her how I felt, she left.Now she’s returned, needing someone to save her.… needing someone to save her.
Emilee York was always meant to be mine, and I’ll see to it that happens. I always get what I want, even if that means I have to take it.
And she’s no different. She’ll be my queen, one way or the other.
EMILEE
When I left Sin City behind me, I had no plans to return. I avoided everyone, even my friends, to stay in my bubble. I’ve always been the kind to pull away and run when things get difficult.
But one phone call changed everything, and I was racing back. If only I had known what was waiting for me.
Titan reappeared like a ghost haunting me.
One look and I knew he recognized me. I never forgot him or what we shared. Those feelings that no one else knew existed between us.
I ignored them back then, but now they are more intense than ever.
“Get on your knees…” He demanded I kneel for him.
I tried to act like he didn’t affect me, but he knew. He remembered the way I reacted when he would touch me. And just like he was taught to do—he used my weaknesses against me.
He staked his claim, and I became his queen to use how he saw fit.
What makes it worse is that I crave him, and when I kneeled, it was willingly.
But was it for nothing? (less)
TITAN is the first book in the Dark Kings Series and can be read as a standalone. Due to mature content and themes this book is recommended for readers aged eighteen and over. This novel may contain triggers.
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Holy hottness… In this book we meet the 1st of the 4 dark kings… TITAN, and Emilee… This book is so hot, I can’t wait to see what the rest of them are going to be like. This book, had me laughing, wondering, tearing up a bit (for Emilee), and fanning myself (cuz ummm remember I said hott). Shantel has done it again. Every time I think they can’t get any better she just proves me wrong. Titan is hot, sexy, ruthless, scary, but has a major soft spot for Emilee. Emilee is the perfect women for Titan. I couldn’t put it down and I can’t wait to read about the rest of the Kings. And let me tell you I loved the side character. We got to see Luca again, but I want to know more about Jasmine can’t wait to read a story about her. Definitely a purchase you’ll want to make.
This book is a great way to kick off a new series, Emilee is so trusting but stubborn that a man like Titan is just what she needs.. if only she can figure it out. Super steamy and lots of twists that you wont be able to figure out til they’re revealed. Cant wait to see what is next for the kings!
Shantel Tessier brings the heat and action in the new Dark Kings Series. It is standalone with a HEA. She always manages to deliver mind-blowing plot twists and turns that have your heart beating like a drum and your mouth gaping open. There is no shortage of action. Some of it is a little dark but I enjoyed it.
We first meet The Kings (Titan, Bones, Cross, and Grave) in Code of Silence. I loved the H and h. There was crazy hot chemistry between the main characters. I also loved the dynamic between Titan, Bones, and Emilee. They all have a history. Titan could be stubborn and sometimes I wanted to shake him but he always had Emilee’s back and he was badass! Emilee is strong, independent, and sassy. She does whatever it takes to survive and help her mom. I wanted to knock some sense into her at times but I understood what prompted her to act the way she did. The secondary characters are amazing as well. Especially Emilee’s friendship with Jasmine and Haven. Getting to see characters from the Code of Silence series was a bonus.
This was a gritty, dark, gripping romantic suspense. It is not for the faint of heart but you know this about Shantel if you’ve read her books before. I was hanging on the edge of my seat waiting to see what would happen next, and the passion burned white-hot. Oh and Bones. Damn, he was sexy, mysterious, and broody. I can’t wait to see what happens with his story!
***ARC generously provided in exchange for an honest review.***
Titan is the first book in the Dark Kings series. A dark and suspenseful read with lots of twist and turns. We first met the Kings in Code of Silence. This is Titan and Emilee’s story.
Ever since third grade, Titan has had feelings for Emilee but her heart belonged to his best friend. She was the only girl Bones cared about but he never loved her, not in way Titan could and he never had the chance to tell her.
It’s been two years since Emilee graduated and moved to Chicago to start her life over. After receiving devastating news about her father, she returns home to Vegas then everything changes.
Emilee is faced with some life altering decisions. She doesn’t know what to do and confides in her best friend Jasmine.
Emilee runs into Titan when she applies for a job. The time away wasn’t long enough to forget. The attraction is still there. Now that she’s back, Titan wants her more than ever. Let me tell you. These two…holy hotness!!! You’ll have to see for yourself and when you do it’s definitely worth it!
This book had it all. An amazing read! I can’t wait to see what’s next in this series.
You looking for a dark romance that’s hot? This is it. I loved everything about Titan. He tough, ruthless, and protects what is his. Hell rains down on Emilee, but regardless of what is thrown at her, she does whatever is necessary to care for the ones she loves.
PERFECTION! Not only is the cover pure sin, but the goods deliver in spades! This story is gripping from the first word right through to the last. The characters are intense, hot and simply fantastic! The story has so many twists and turns that you just can’t get enough. Bring on book 2!!! Excellent series so far!
“No matter where she goes. A King always finds his queen.”
I first read Shantel last year with her Dare series and ever since then, I have been quick to 1-click all of her books. They’re always dark and intense, addicting and thrilling, insanely hot and utterly captivating.
Titan is the very anticipated beginning of the Dark Kings series. We have all been dying to read more about these men ever since meeting them in Code of Silence.
Emilee and Titan are FIRE! Their chemistry is unmistakeable. Their story is unputdownable. You won’t be able to stop reading once you start!!
Titan is intense. His persona is brutal and unforgiving. He gives no second chances and takes crap from N O B O D Y. Don’t cross the Dark Kings, you wont like where you end up.
Definitely read this hot, intense, EPIC story. You don’t want to miss the craziness that is The Dark Kings.
“I’ll make her mine tonight and face the consequences for that tomorrow.”
DOES SOMEONE HAVE A HOSE- because this book is HOT HOT HOT and set me on fire. My goodness- what a sexy and heart pounding journey!
Lovers of Shantel will remember Titan from Code of Silence, one of the four Dark Kings whose paths crossed with Harper and Luca. The kings were instrumental in handling some of Luca’s business, and COS fans were clamoring for more of these bad boy kings- and now we’ve got a whole new series! Titan is, obviously, about Titan and his love interest, the embattled Emilee.
Titan runs the Queens as part of the Kings casino empire. He has a long history with Emilee- he seemingly hated her, but deep down he’s always wanted her. Problem is she was the f-buddy of his bestie and fellow King, Bones, and he could never claim her, even though she and Bones never had anything official. She’s back on Titan’s radar, however- when family tragedy and a twisted situation bring her back to Vegas and at the mercy of some ahole- resulting in her turning to Titan for help. Titan isn’t willing to miss out on Emilee again, and Emilee is drawn to him still. As they explore their interest in each other, both try to get to the bottom of the very tangled web that is Emilee’s current situation, with the help from some new and some very familiar friends.
TITAN is EVERYTHING. A force of nature. A powerful bad boy alpha with a dirty mouth and dominant streak, he will make your ovaries explode. It is no wonder that Emiliee is so consumed by him, in the past and the present- he is intoxicating and addictive. He’s protective, dark, and possessive, but he’s also tender, devoted, and loving- and when he’s vulnerable and honest- FIREWORKS. He’s the total dreamboat.
I loved how Emilee just owned who she was and took everything in stride- her life is literally falling apart, but she’s a problem solver, stoically trying to figure out how to survive. Her story is a bit heartbreaking- she’s utterly alone and preyed upon, but she’s not weak- she’s tough, sassy but sweet, and she makes hard, desperate, and humiliating decisions to care for herself and her mothers. It is really cringey to see what she has to do and what she’s faced with- you feel trapped just as she is, but she never gives up. I loved how she embraces her sexuality and her curiosities, and I admire her grit and resilience in the face of some really F’ed up stuff.
And the two of them together- ABSOLUTELY EXPLOSION. The chemistry, the heat, the emotional energy- longing, attraction, need, safety, affection- just sizzles on every page. The physical aspect is FREAKING HOT HOT HOT- the naughty steamy times here melted my kindle. But, even more delicious is the partnership that forms between these two- there are roadblocks, but the trust that develops is natural and genuine, and the emotions are soul-searing. Emilee finally finds connection and care- someone who wants to protect and look after her, who sees her and accepts her and that she can rely on. Titan finally has his girl- the woman worth fighting for who accepts his darkness and is strong enough to stand by his side. They are so perfectly balanced, unconventional but such natural fits. Every King needs a Queen- and Emilee is the perfect Queen for Titan.
I absolutely could not put this down- it was dark, gritty, sexy, and kept me on the edge of my seat with the twists and turns. Well written and well paced. The relationships and mystery were beautifully crafted, and we have SO many amazing secondary characters- a veritable buffet of dreamy, alpha, dark leading men plus some favorites from COS and Slaughter. I’m ready to one-click ever one’s stories, and we do have a few unanswered relationship dynamics I’m excited to get more on in future books. Buckle up, sinners, I have a feeling the kings are going to be a knockout series, and I’m ready for this wild ride.
Love love love Titan!!! The bond he has with the rest of the Kings is amazing. Titan never gives up on anything including someone he cares about. Emilee’s family is so….idk screwy…..just goes to show that you never truly know someone.
***4 “My Queen!!!” stars***
“Men like us don’t fall in love. Not every King needs a Queen.”
The truth is that after reading COS, I wanted like crazy Bones’s story, but hell, when I found out that Titan was paired with Emilee, i was over the moon!!!
That pairing was about to perlex things. No???
And i was on the edge of my seat, even before i start reading it!!!
I really loved this book and the beginning had me hooked, but I can not hide to you that i was confused on many levels, especially on the romance part.
“She ‘s a Queen and bows to no one. Why would I be any different?”
Well, Titan was one of the Dark Kings.
These four are so intriguing characters and pant-melting males…
I love how deep is their connection, even though sometimes, the lines are blurred between them.
Titan is ruthless and successful in what he is doing…
He never got an interest to a woman, except for one particular woman in the past…
A woman that was boning his best friend, but whom Titan wanted always for himself.
“I’ve loathed this woman since grade school, but a part of me has always wanted her. She was like an itch you can’t scratch. A high you could never reach. She was unobtainable. Until now.”
Emilee is returning back to Las Vegas after two years that she was away…
Unfortunately, her whole world is trembling down around her and she is standing on a dead end.
She just have to accept what little someone is offering her in order to survive…
Yes, Emilee had proven to us that she can go in very deep and shady depths in order to survive!!!
Unfortunately, all of this situation is bringing her back on the Dark Kings’s radar, and especially, Titan’s, a man that she was always attracted to…
“I think you’re desperate.”
“Aren’t we all desperate for something?”
“What does that mean?”
“What you have always wanted, Titan? What have you always wanted that you would do anything for?”
“You.”
Well, the things were complicated in here!!!
There were happening too many shits… and Emilee was in very deep inside of them!
She needed help from someone powerful and with connections in order to get her life back on track!!!
At the same time, that thing between her and Titan is brewing in epic proportions…
But the things are very complicated between them as well!!!
“She’s mine now. I’ve waited long enough for her.”
“I have nothing to offer him. He owns a Kingdom.”
To be totally honest with you, i really don’t know how I’m feeling about Emilee…
I liked her, but she frustrated me on so many levels…
The same goes for Titan!!! The man was… impressive in every aspect and thankfully, he had a better hold on what he wanted, but still… some things i can not understand…
Yep, in here, we were having some freakin’ hot scenes, but they were also so confusing!!!!
I couldn’t really feel the sentiments that these two were sharing, and i needed something more from this couple!!!
“I’m going to own her. Just like Bones used to but only I’m not going to stop where he did. I’m going to demand more because I’m nowhere near done with her.”
Overall, the frustrating parts, i really loved both Titan and Emilee, even though the last one was making so many wrong decisions!!!!
And now, i can not wait for the rest of the Kings… especially, Bones, whom frustrated the hell out of me as well!!!
Honestly, for some reason the thing between these three were making me hot, but bothered!!!
Oh, also I can not wait for Jasmine!!! Her crazy ass is very intriguing.
I would love to see her pairing with Bones, but honestly, i don’t know how well could work that for both of them!!! Hmmmm….
“The reality is far worse -we both love her. Just in completely different ways.”
*I recieved an advanced copy of this book in exchange of an honest review*
Wow! I just finished the arc copy of Titan.
I could not put this book down. It sucked me in from the beginning. Titan is the first book In Shantels new Dark King series. And she started it off amazing.
It is full of emotions. Twist and turns. And scorching hot
It was so much more than I was expecting.
I always love seeing a woman bring a powerful stubborn man to his knees.
I loved Emilee. She was put through so much. But she was so strong and did what she had to do.
Titan, sexy and powerful, hidden feelings he doesn’t want anyone to see. I loved getting to read his story. (Past and present)
I don’t want to give away anything.
You are all going to love this book. I cannot wait for the rest of the series to come out.
Secrets and scandal and holy moly the steam of Shantel’s sex scenes is all enough to burn up your Kindle.
Titan is alpha down to his core and Em knows just how to push his buttons. Add in a dash of humor tide in in the form best friends and this is one entertaining read.
Whoa! Talk about an amazing book! Full of nonstop suspense and twists and turns of the amazing plot! You’ll fall in love with em and titan! Add in a mix of bones- and talk about an amazing surprise! This is definitely a steamy book you’ll love!
Holy Wow that was HoT. As. HeLL!!
Shantel didn’t hold back on this one at all. I can hardly wait for the rest of the series. I absolutely loved this book. I could not put it down.
Solid 4.5 stars for the first Dark King books! I didn’t know if I was going to end up like omg Titan but in true Shantel fashion she has you swooning for alpha @ss!
The only downfall with this book is it made me want more!
This is the first in a new series and is Titan and Emilee’s story. Titan is an intense and brutal alpha, yet displays a possessive and loving side for Emilee, who is strong and feisty and whose story is heartbreaking, and the chemistry between them is undeniable. This is a well written dark story which is raw, gritty, depraved, twisted, and with suspense and love. I was totally captivated throughout this addictive page turner, and I cannot wait to read more in this awesome series.
I loved titan and emilee they where great together. I loved how much badass the kings our i was so excited for this book i couldn’t put this one down. I can’t wait for the next kings book. Loved how dark it was
I’m loving the Dark Kings!! Dark, devious and incredibly protective I love everything about how there works is described. Titan has always wanted Emilee but she was untouchable when they were younger being with his best friend but when family problems bring her back to town Titan is on a mission to make her his, all bets are off
I’ve been waiting for this book since the moment I finished Code of Silence. The wait was worth every second! I love this world she’s created so much and every single character involved. Shantel creates pure magic when she writes these dark romances and ruthless alphas. I couldn’t put this book down and finished it in one sitting. There’s a good mixture of everything in this book which kept me glued to my seat till that very last page. One of my top reads of the year, I can’t wait for the rest of this series.
If you like dark and delicious this is a book for you. I love Titan, the character he has, the world that the author gives to the reader is spectacular. What I don’t like? Emilee. Cannot stand this character at all, certainly couldn’t connect with her. I thought she was a spoiled lush. However that being said I enjoyed the rest of the characters. I really enjoyed the plot as well. Told in dual POV it really let me inside their heads.