3 books. 1,520 pages. Dark energy from start to finish. The L.O.R.D.S. series by Shantel Tessier is the kind of dark romance commitment that rewards you for every page. Whether you're starting fresh or picking back up, this is your roadmap.
Publication order — the way Shantel Tessier intended. Each book links to our full mood and spice guide.
A dark, steamy Adult dark romance built around secret society, forced marriage, dark hero. 512 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →A dark, intense Adult dark romance built around secret society, obsession, dark hero. 480 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →A dark, intense Adult dark romance built around secret society, arranged marriage, dark hero. 528 pages with moderate to high-heat romance and a satisfying conclusion.
Full guide →The heat stays consistent across the series.
The Ritual is book 1 and the intended starting point. It introduces everything you need — characters, world, and the dark energy that define the entire series. No prequels or companion novels required.
Read the full guide for The Ritual →Read the L.O.R.D.S. series in publication order: 1. The Ritual, 2. The Sacrifice, 3. The Chosen. This is the intended reading order by Shantel Tessier.
The L.O.R.D.S. series has 3 books totaling 1,520 pages. We have full mood and spice profiles for every book in the series.
Yes — the L.O.R.D.S. series averages 5/5 spice, with heat ranging from 5/5 to 5/5 across the series.
The L.O.R.D.S. series is a dark romance series by Shantel Tessier with dark, intense, steamy vibes. Check each book's full guide for a spoiler-free breakdown of mood, tropes, and fit.
Start with The Ritual — it's book 1 and introduces everything you need. Our full guide for The Ritual breaks down the mood, spice, and what to expect.