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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This book was everything. To get to see more into the kings and how they worked was amazing. I honestly can’t wait for more. I loved Titan and Em together and loved how their relationship evolved. Em had soooooo much to overcome in this story and Shantel wrote a beautifully strong character!
WOW! What a trip! Shantel delivers yet another captivating book and I’m so in love with the new Dark Kings series, kicking off with Titan.
After getting a quick introduction in Code of Silence, we get thrown right back into The Kingdom and with Titan. One of the four Dark Kings of Vegas, he and his crew own the town.
When Emilee York comes back home on the heels of devastating news, it doesn’t take long for her to fall back in with the Kings, but this time, she’s caught the eye of Titan.
Titan is a dark, intimidating presence everywhere he goes. He exudes power and knows nobody else can best him… except maybe a dark haired beauty from his past. Emilee has to deal with one crushing blow after the next and while she always has one foot out the door, her destination was always meant to be Titan.
I’m so, so excited for the rest of this series and to get to know the other Kings better!
If this is how the Dark King’s series is going to start, then sign me up for all the men right now!
Loved the storyline, the way the characters interact with one another, and the chemistry. Shantel tells a story that is hard to put down and when you do, you immediately want more.
* I received an advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review. *
Emilee York had no plans to ever return to Las Vegas. One phone call changed everything, and she was not prepared for what was waiting for her when she got there. She was also not prepared to come face to face with Titan and the Kings again. Even after all those years, she never forgot him and those moments they shared.
“Why do you hate me?”
“Because you won’t give me what I want.”
Titan and his friends are the Kings of Las Vegas. His life is filled with danger and bloodshed. The last person he expected to see was the girl that he wanted but could not have. Now she is back and asking for the help of him and the Kings. He is used to getting what he wants and now that Emilee is back, she is going to be his.
She’s mine, and I don’t plan on sharing her with anyone.
Hello Shantel Tessier! I do not know how this is the first book of hers that I am reading but I hope I love the rest of her collection like I loved Titan! First, I cannot start without talking about that cover. Wow! I believe a cover can sell a book and I have to say that cover sold me before I even read the first page. In the beginning I was a little unsure of how this was going to work out with Emilee and Titan because of her past with Bones but it worked. I cannot lie that scene with the three of them was the hottest thing ever! There were so many characters in this book that I enjoyed, and I pray that they all get their own stories.
Though I haven’t read many stories by this author, the ones I have didn’t disappoint. And Titan was no exception. It grabbed ahold of me right away and didn’t let me go until the very last page. It was dark, gritty and scorching hot.
Titan is EXACTLY the book I needed right now! Halle-freakin-luja
The last couple months I have had a heck of a time really getting into any book. Even by some of my fave go to authors. I am an avid reader and it’s my primary source of entertainment. I have been dying for relief. DYING! So I wanted to shout from the roof tops when I pulled a late nighter reading Titan & Emilee! Seriously Shantel Tessier never disappoints and she really nailed this story! The curse was finally broken *sighs*
This fantastically written story is sort of aa second chance that’s kind of a love triangle but not really. Hard to label which is good thing – means it’s unique and fresh not an overdone trope that is predictable. Wicked hot and a bit dirty (wink wink) with the perfect amount of grit. Has a mafia vibe to it which makes me all kinds of giddy – legit it’s like my version of crack. My favorite recipe for some angst, tension, perfectly executed twists plus a whole lot of swoony moments. Others that had steam coming out of my ears because the villains were 100% balls to the wall deserving of some much needed karma. Plenty of suspense and uncertainty while the storyline unfolded created the best reading experience that I so desperately needed. I cannot gush enough about how in love I am.
I don’t want to retell the story and spoil it. Gah just know these characters are so good. Their journey not an easy one by any means. I love a story that makes me feel – and this one went soul deep. This author’s writing is fantastic. Beautiful articulation, great attention to detail. I just adore her work and hope you will too!
My Rating: ****
Type: Standalone
Genre: Contemporary Dark Romance
Narration: Dual POV
Primary Characters: Titan & Emily
Source: ARC – Courtesy or Author/publisher
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I received an ARC of this book in exchange for honest review.
These Dark kings captured my attention to the greater extent from the time they were mentioned in Code of silence. After seeing the glimpse of Emily and Bones in Code of Silence I was skeptical how this would turn out. This is much better than I thought and much lighter than dark.
In the 4 pillars of Kingdom each has a different role to play in maintenance and operation. As one of the pillar, Titan’s main role is to look after their Queen’s operation. Even though Titan has set his eyes on Emily long ago, he never made a pass as she was a f-buddy of his best friend. She left Vegas and now, family tragedy and a twisted situation has bought her back to Vegas and is back in Titan’s radar.
Titan has a dirty mouth with controlling steaks, yet he is possessive and caring. Emily turned out to be totally different. She is strong and resilient. She just took everything life throwed at her. She balanced her sweet personality along with her bold ones.
In code of silence we see several sides of Luca, I was expecting something on similar lines here from Titan which was totally missing. We only get to know their business outline and nothing in depth. The dangerous of their job or Titan’s family background and his involvement and investment in his job details were missing. This made me not to give 5 Stars.
Secondary Characters: Liked seeing Luca, Haven and Nite. Bones was extremely intriguing but we his book will be last . Jasmine was the show stopper in this book. She is lovely, reckless, impulsive and a loyal friend. There wasn’t much info on Cross and Graves here, hope to see them more in next book.
Plot moved in normal pace with enough intrigue to keep the readers hooked to turn pages. This book has secrets, lies, betrayal and some action (in all ways ). All bundled package which makes a good one time read.
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5 HOT AS HELL Stars!!! Just finished reading Titan and OMFG my mind is blown!!! This is the most intense, most mind blowing, and the absolute HOTTEST book I’ve read in awhile and is definitely the best book Shantel has written so far. HOLY F%$K!!! I feel like I’ve been run over by a damn train. No one does dark and delicious like Shantel Tessier! Talk about a major book hangover. What do I do with my life now? Like seriously…this book has ruined me for other books. Watch our ladies, Titan is going to destroy you. I CANNOT wait for the rest of the Dark King’s series!
Wow. This is a brilliant read. No matter what I read by this author I can’t help but love. She pulls me in and grips me from start to finish.
This is Titan and Emilees story. These two are very likeable and the chemistry between them is off the charts.
A great storyline that had me on the edge of my seat. Can’t wait to read more 🙂
This story was absolutely fantastic!
It checked all my boxes. There was danger and safe places, there was love and hate, there was angst and passion, but best of all there was the Kings, who are every woman’s dream!
At times I was so angry at Emilee, I found her behaviour crazy and downright ridiculous. But I warmed to her, because she was a caring and passionate woman.
Titan was an Alpha male who knew what he wanted and had no concerns about going after it ruthlessly. The Kings rule the Kingdom with an iron fist but what they say is going to happen, usually does. And the Queens, oh my, these ladies have the best of both worlds!
I need to find out more about Bones, his story is screaming to get out!
This deliciously devious, dark and dirty book is one of my new fave Shantel Tessier reads!
When I saw that Shantel was starting a new, dark romance series, I was immediately interested. I am a major fan of a good dark romance and always in the market for something new, so when I saw this, I though, why not try out TITAN?
I’m so freaking glad that I did. Such a good book! A perfect blend of dark and dirty and downright sexy romance.
Once I got into the book, I was sucked into the world so much I couldn’t put the story down! Seriously, I read it in about one day.
I really liked Titan and Emilee. Having the chance to see both of their perspectives throughout the entire book made the story that much more enjoyable for me personally. I like it when books have dual perspectives and think (when it’s done well) it can really add to a story’s appeal. Titan is a fantastic example of that!
Plus, the ending extra epilogue makes me EXTRA excited to read more Shantel Tessier stories from this world!
In summary, this novel is dark and delicious and everything you need when looking for a new dark romance read. Five star rating from me! Well done, Shantel!
This book is HOT AF!!! Shantel always writes some of the hottest scenes and this book is no different. I love all of her books, but this one might be my favorite so far. Gosh….where do I start with this one?
This book is dark, dirty, sinfully addicting and mind blowing amazing. I loved everything about this book!!! After reading Code Of Silence and seeing that there would be more of the Kings story coming…I knew that I was all in. I needed more of the King’s and more of their stories. Titan and Emilee’s story is an addicting story that kept me on the edge of my seat with the twist and turns. The back and forth between these two kept me turning those pages. The chemistry between these two is so freaking hot that it has the potential of melting some kindles. Can’t wait to get my hands on the next book as that it’s hinted at seeing more of them in Graves story. OHHHH…..I can’t wait for Graves story. I honestly can’t recommend this book enough along with any of Shantel’s other books!!!
Happy Reading Everyone!!!
Titan by Shantal Tessier was out of here for sure. I fell in love with this story.. I freaking love Titan.. You were on a rollercoaster throughout the story.. Without giving much away, I just say you really got to read this book, and Shantal don’t disappoint for sure.. She’s one of my one click authors and I cant wait to read more of the Kings for sure..
Holy Crap was this book good!!
Titan is a true alpha is every sense of the word. He is also one of the top guys of the Dark Kings.
Emilee is at rock bottom and trying to do everything she can to dig herself out.
Titan and Emilee have known each other for a very long time. With having the past that they have things don’t go very well the first time they run into each other when Emilee comes home. However, eventually things change between them and true feelings come forward. However, will they survive everything going on around them.
The twists in this story really had me scratching my head because I did not see them coming however, they made the story all the better. Oh and this book had the hot sex, and passion on top of all the danger that sucks you in until the end.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher/author to review for Stephanie’s Book Reports.
Titan
I know I have a black soul. Bloodshed and danger are what I live for. A Kind 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 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 me. Now, she’s returned, 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 not different. She’ll by 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, be he knew. He remember the way I reacted when he would touch me. And just like he was taught to d-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 knelled, it was willingly. But was it for nothing?
In Titan, we meet one of the four kings who run the Kingdom. Titan is who he is and makes no apologizes for it either. He is rich, hot and ruthless. But he has always wanted Emilee. However she was untouchable as when they were younger she was with his best friend. Now family problems have brought her back to Las Vegas and all bets are off. He is more determined than ever to have her. To make her his. I don’t want to give anything about this book away. It is amazing. It will keep you guessing and one the edge of your seat. There is also an appearance of a character from a previous book that you are going to love. I think this book has it all. Angst, hot alpha males, a mystery and of course romance. Well I say romance but I thought that Titan and Emilee had an amazing connection that was smoking hot. You will not be able to put this book down. I loved it and can not wait for the next book in this series.
Titan (Dark Kings#1) 4.5
It’s 8 am and i haven’t slept yet because i couldn’t put this book down. it was a rollercoaster i didn’t want to get off of, i genuinely didn’t want this book to end that’s how much i loved it.
Emilee finds her world in shreds when she gets news of tragedy that leaves her with no one and in need of major help but can she ask it from her ex’s best-friend? the one that always hated her but also wanted her?
Titan knows better than to go after Emilee but he let her go once, can he really be her savior and keep her?
We get insight on the Kings in Code Of Silence (I would Highly recommend you read it before this series) and this book just makes me want all the other books more now, again i found myself loving all the secondary characters and wanting to know more about them but in this one they didn’t shadow the main characters Emliee was an amazing heroine, Titan literally is my favorite hero from any book at the moment in the beginning i hated him but my mid way i was so in love with him i couldn’t stop, the chemistry was flawless and it was just overall amazing.
I was sad to see we don’t get any insight on Grave’s book but i’m very excited for it this will be an amazing series i just know it.
“If you try to hide something from them, then they will go behind your back to get what they want, And that is when things can get very bad, very fast.”
“I’ve never needed someone to hold me before, but I’d give anything for him to.”
“Let me take care of you. Let me love you.”
““I love you.” I say the words that I’ve never told another man. I have no regrets or second thoughts. This man is the one for me.”
“I want to give her everything. But I’m going to start with offering her my life.”
Heavy-hitter! Titan was the symbol of tough AlphaMale… The story was sexy and I am inlove with their sizzle connection. Full of drama and heart breaking in a way. The Brotherhoods where the highlight that I want to see more. When you are talking suspense, Shantel will not dissapoint you! Looking forward for the next one 😉
Titan is the first book in Dark Kings Series. I thought this dark, twisted, suspenseful, and exciting story was just okay, but I didn’t love it like Shantel’s previous ones. I’m not saying I hated it either it just felt different somehow. Titan and Emilee have been fighting their attraction for eachother for years. He’s a complete alpha who like control, and she’s the one who does what needs to be done, they were so good together. I liked getting a bit of insight to Bones, Graves, and Cross, too. I’m looking forward to the other Dark Kings stories.
Titan is one of the dark kings. Emilee is a past acquaintance who has lost everything. Emilee ends up in Titan’s office for a job, but ends up with so much more. Luca and Haven make appearances and Jasmine is too much fun! I want more of her back story! I love all the new characters that have been introduced and I can’t wait to read their stories! Shantel Tessier did a great job!
Wow. That plot twist!!! I couldn’t put the book down. The Kings are so powerful. We were first introduced to them in Code of Silence, and I remembered being so intrigued by them. They totally lived up to their name. u2063
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That line alone legit gave me goosebumps. Lol Go Titan!!! They’re definitely an enemies to lovers couple. And boy, it was definitely fire when they’re in the same room. Em went through quite a lot, but not giving up in life makes her strong. I love how Titan is there by her side although some of the things he say can be hurtful. I’ll have to say some parts were quite confusing. I didn’t like some of the things that happened, BUT I can’t wait to read the next book.