A review by jess_bythebook
Carnage by Shantel Tessier

dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This series gets more and more wild as it goes! It’s dark, gritty, and oh so spicy. I am still processing what happened. But what I do know is this over the top, possessive, dangerous alpha might be my new favorite book boyfriend. 

Ashtyn always knew what her role was in the LORDS and accepted it a long time ago. In fact, she embraced it and looks forward to being exactly what they want her to be. But when too many people have a say over her life, she finds herself lost, on the run, and wary on who to trust in a world where everyone is out for themselves. 

“I’m not the type of girl who waits around for a hero. Or wants a Prince Charming. They’re the good guys—boring. I want someone who I know will fight for me. Even if they have to cheat to win.”

Saint had everything he wanted at one point. At least until she ran from him. And he’s not one who just allows his things to be taken from him. He will hunt her down and drag her back, screaming if necessary.

“When you’re raised in hell, heaven is a fairy tale that doesn’t exist.”

This book is like a train wreck - you can’t look away even though you see it coming. Everything from the previous series comes to a head with the Spade brothers. Even though you don’t need to read The Ritual and the rest of the LORDS series, I highly recommend you do before diving into Carnage. And you’re left with just enough questions to carry over into the next in the series. 

Check your triggers because this is one of the darkest books I’ve read in a while. But if you’re like me and use triggers as a shopping list, go in blind because you’re in for a wicked ride!

“Careful what you wish for, ladies. Sometimes the devil hears you and delivers exactly what you want, knowing it will be the last thing you ever get.”

I received this book in exchange for my honest review.