Cruel King: A Dark New Adult Romance (Royal Elite)

From New York Times Bestseller and BookTok sensation Rina Kent comes the first generation of the thrilling Legacy of Gods series.

A FAN-FAVORITE NEW ADULT HIT

“Twisted, addictive, and utterly unforgettable.”
—Praised by dark romance readers worldwide

A breakout novel that launched a wildly popular series, delivering obsession, power, and intense enemies-to-lovers tension that keeps readers hooked to the very last page.

Power, obsession, and control—some kings don’t wear crowns, they claim them.

In Cruel King: A Dark New Adult Romance by Rina Kent, dominance isn’t just a trait—it’s a weapon. Set within the elite world of wealth and privilege, the story follows a young woman who finds herself trapped in the orbit of a man who rules his domain with cold precision and ruthless authority.

He’s untouchable. Feared. Worshipped. And dangerously obsessed.

What begins as a clash of wills quickly spirals into a toxic, magnetic connection neither of them can escape. He pushes, she resists—but every confrontation pulls them deeper into a relationship built on tension, secrets, and control.

Yet beneath the cruelty lies something far more complicated. Hidden wounds, past betrayals, and unspoken desires blur the line between hate and need. The more she fights him, the more entangled she becomes in his world—a place where power dictates everything and vulnerability can be exploited.

As their battle intensifies, the stakes rise beyond pride or dominance. Because falling for him could destroy her… but walking away might be impossible.

In a game ruled by a cruel king, love isn’t safe—it’s a risk.

Will you dare to play?