by Shantel Tessier is the explosive first installment in the L.O.R.D.S. series , a dark college romance that has captivated readers on Amazon and social media platforms like TikTok . Set at the prestigious Barrington University, the novel explores the clandestine world of a powerful secret society known as the Lords, where members trade morality for absolute power and wealth. The Ritual: Plot and Core Themes
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The Ritual is a staple of the "dark romance" genre, often compared to the works of authors like H.D. Carlton and Rina Kent. The Ritual: Plot and Core Themes The novel