The Ritual

At Barrington University, loyalty is everything — and breaking the rules comes with devastating consequences.

The Ritual is a dark college romance filled with secret societies, obsession, and brutal power dynamics. When a young woman becomes entangled with the Lords — an elite group of dangerous men who control the campus through fear, manipulation, and violence — she’s pulled into a world where desire and terror exist side by side.

Shantel Tessier delivers an intensely dark romance layered with psychological tension, morally black characters, and high-stakes emotional chaos. Twisted, provocative, and deeply addictive, this story pushes boundaries while exploring obsession, control, and dangerous attraction.

Perfect for readers who love:
• dark college romance
• secret society romance
• morally black characters
• obsessive, high-intensity relationships
• psychologically dark romance

Format: Paperback