Book Review: Deviant King, Steel Princess & Twisted Kingdom By Rina Kent
Deviant King, Steel Princess & Twisted Kingdom By Rina Kent
Books 1, 2 & 3 in The Royal Elite Series by Rina Kent.
Tropes: Bully Romance, Collage, Possessive MMC, Enemies To Lovers, Lost Memories, Dark Romance,
Summary:
The Royal Elite trilogy, consisting of Deviant King, Steel Princess, and Twisted Kingdom, by Rina Kent is a dark, gripping tale of power, obsession, and unrelenting love that follows Elsa Steel and Aiden King through a whirlwind of passion, manipulation, and mind games.
In Deviant King, Elsa’s simple goal to finish school and move on with her life is shattered when she crosses paths with Aiden, the ruthless king of Royal Elite School. Cold, calculated, and dangerously possessive, Aiden marks Elsa as his target, vowing to destroy her. But beneath his threats lies a twisted attraction that entangles them both in a deadly dance of hatred and desire.
In Steel Princess, Elsa refuses to bow to Aiden’s power. Their war escalates as she fights back, determined to dethrone the king. Aiden, however, isn't willing to lose control. The battle of wills between them intensifies, dragging both into a deeper and more dangerous game where betrayal lurks and nothing is as it seems.
Finally, in Twisted Kingdom, secrets explode, revealing a past that could tear them apart or bind them together forever. As Elsa’s hunt for the truth clouds her judgment, Aiden becomes her unwavering protector, determined to reclaim her and keep her safe, even at the risk of his own downfall. Their final confrontation will test their bond and decide if their love can survive the kingdom’s collapse.
A thrilling trilogy, this story weaves dark romance with psychological intrigue, where trust is fragile, and love comes at a devastating cost.
💚 LD
I knew from the start that I was going to be an Aiden fan! He’s the kind of character who instantly grabs your attention—a deviant man with a corrupted mindset and soul. But then he meets Elsa, and everything changes. Their dynamic was fascinating, and I absolutely loved both of their characters. While I’m not usually drawn to bully romance or high school settings (which is why this wasn’t a 5-star trilogy for me), the series was an easy read with plenty of unexpected twists and turns. The storyline was compelling, with each book taking you deeper into their intense, emotionally charged world.
Angst? ✅
Sexual tension? ✅
Questionable behavior? ✅
What more could you ask for in a dark romance? If you enjoy drama, intensity, and a good dose of tension, this trilogy delivers on all fronts.
“Be mine and you become the queen on my board.” He pauses and flicks his tongue to lick my lower lip. “Fight and you’ll remain a pawn.”
🤍 AD -
This trilogy captivates you from the very first page and doesn’t let go. Aiden King’s intense obsession with Elsa sets the tone for a tumultuous and angst-filled journey that keeps you on edge. His possessiveness and darkness make him a complicated but fascinating character to root for.
Deviant King kicks off the series with gripping mysteries, and Steel Princess cranks up the emotional intensity, bringing in more of Aiden's sociopathic tendencies and jealousy. Each book left me needing more, especially with that cliffhanger that made me scramble for the next book. Twisted Kingdom wraps it all up with answers and a satisfying conclusion that feels like the perfect ending to their story. This series is a wild ride of obsession, jealousy, and redemption, perfect for dark romance lovers who crave intense emotions. You won’t be able to put it down!
“Being enemies doesn’t change the fact that you’re fucking mine.”
💙 AG -
Aiden gave me psycho vibes right from the beginning, and I was instantly hooked! This is, without a doubt, the most intense bully romance I’ve ever read, and it completely gripped me from start to finish. The storyline was packed with twists and turns that had me glued to the pages. Each book builds on the last, and everything in this trilogy came together perfectly. I honestly can’t find a single thing I didn’t like about these books.
And that ending? Absolutely shocking. It was such a clever twist that I didn’t see coming at all. Aiden and Elsa’s character development throughout the entire trilogy was incredible, with so much happening that you’re never bored. The emotional rollercoaster and the dark, captivating storyline made this series one of the best I’ve ever read. I highly recommend Deviant King, Steel Princess, and Twisted Kingdom to anyone who loves dark, emotionally charged romance. You won’t regret it!
“What I feel for you isn’t only love, obsession, or addiction. It’s all of those and more. Do you know what that means, sweetheart? It means I can’t live without you, so don’t you fucking dare leave me.”
