Dark Princess

Knight's Ridge Empire: Dark Trilogy #2

by Tracy Lorraine

: special edition print (knight's ridge empire: special edition)

Genres: Dark Romance, Dark, Romance, High School, Mafia Romance, Romantic Suspense, New Adult

312 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 28, 2022

About the author

Tracy Lorraine is a M/F and M/M contemporary romance author. Tracy has just turned thirty and lives in a cute Cotswold village in England with her husband, baby girl and lovable but slightly crazy dog. Having always been a bookaholic with her head stuck in her Kindle Tracy decided to try her hand at a story idea she dreamt up and hasn’t looked back since.

Reviews

[Kira · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tracy is an evil genius!!! And she ruined me !!! This cliff hanger is by far the worst. 5 stars don't even do this justice!!!! Tracy just loves to build you up then drop you back down!!!! 1000% recommend in just 2 short hours I was ruined.

[Abstract ♥ Books · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have been waiting for this book for a long time! Tracy Lorraine has me hooked in her series and that just makes me never want to let go. The ending of the last book ruined me and I wanted to know what happens next so bad. Damon is definitely my favorite hero lmao and his books are flawless. This one is the second book of his series and also ends in a cliffhanger although somehow I found this one to be more bearable than the cliffhanger of book 1 🤣🤣🤣🤣 People told me it was the other way around but ughhh 🤣🤣🤣🤣

The story picks off right where it ended in book one and we do get answers to some of our questions. The ending leaves much more to be revealed and let's see when that is done. I am so excited for the next book now!

Not to mention the fact that the main hero's brother is also getting a book!!! I am going crazy lmao , i have been wanting a book for Reid ever since I read Kane's story lmao. Definitely recommending this one to all the dark romance loving people out there.

[Ode to my book boyfriends · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hot damn, this series just keeps getting better and better (who knew it could get better?!). This is book 2 of Batman and Calli's trilogy and I just fall more in love with them with every word.

My heart breaks for Batman, he's been through so much (although we still don't have the full story, this book answered a lot of questions) and I wish he saw himself the way Calli sees him (and Alex too). Loved that we got some twin bonding in this one too.

We've seen Calli's growth throughout this series, but she really ups her game here. She is DONE with being the perfect little mafia princess and I'm here for it!

I NEED more of Batman & Calli! I want the world for this broken solider and the caged mafia princess. I'm ready for them to burn the world down to get what they deserve - each other! That cliffhanger...GAH!!

[bookspaced · Rating 5 out of 5]

Daaaaamn! This book was insane! And that cliffhanger at the end! Tracy what are you doing with me/us?

It was a rollercoaster ride from the beginning until the end! Obviously since this is book 2 I can‘t reveal any secrets or twists but I promise you!!! You will devour this book and you will curse Tracy for making us wait for the final book for Callie and Batman.

I loved the interactions with our previous fave characters in this book, especially with Alex. Crossing all my fingers and toes that he will get his own book someday.

5 steamy ⭐️

[Floriaane_mz · Rating 4 out of 5]

Finally !
That's the Batman I was waiting for 😏🖤

[Jennifer Pierson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Let me make one thing clear, Dark Princess is the second book in Calli & Batman's journey so YOU MUST READ Dark Knight (Book 1) FIRST! I hate that I have to say that but do you know that people actually don't pay attention & get upset when the book confuses them so they give bad reviews?! Seriously, it drives me batty but I'll get on with it. Since this is Book 2 in their journey, well, that means that I'm not coming off very many details, but I will say this, Calli is definitely coming into her own & embracing her dark side which I very much appreciated. Like with all of Tracy Lorraine's books, the twists are coming in hot, the action is exciting, and the heat is outstanding which equals me turning the pages at the speed of light. I'm so very addicted to her writing style since it makes my dark & twisty soul sing, and I hope she never stops writing. And here's another signature from her, the diabolical cliffhanger endings. I know that they're coming, and yet, I'm shocked as all hell when I'm pushed off that side of the cliff, and let me tell you, Dark Princess has the most brutal one yet so once again, I'm dying inside for more! HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

[Lynette · Rating 5 out of 5]

Genre: New Adult, Dark(ish) Romance
Series Type: Trilogy in the Knight’s Ridge series
Book Length: Novel
POV: Alternating Dual
Setting: England
Endearment: Angel and Beautiful
Spice Level: Medium
Frequency of Spice: Medium
Angst Level: Medium
Cliffhanger: Yes
Epilogue: No
My Review: Loved the second book in this trilogy. Calli and Batman Daemon are fire together and I loved seeing their relationship grow. Batman has such a beautifully vulnerable and tender side, but he’s also so damaged and guarded too. He makes my heart bleed for him, and Calli sure has her work cut out for her with that one. Can’t wait to read their final book, I’m sure it’ll be amazing.

[Mandyloves2read · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series right here is it man every single book I read and think this one is my favorite and nope she goes and out does the last one ! But this couple just might be my favorite I know I know I’ve said this with every couple but oh my god these two their chemistry is insane and that shocking cliffhanger I know I should’ve been prepared for it but I wasn’t not even a little! Damn Tracy Lorraine is a genius she is the queen of mafia romance and at the top of her game right now with this series.

[Sandie Chraponski · Rating 5 out of 5]

I knew this was book 2 of 3, and I knew that there would be a cliffhanger, but Damn! Tracy got me again!! Tracy Lorraine is a master at these dark romances, she knows how to lure you in every time!

This is the second book in Calli and Daemon’s story, and it does it’s job. We get to see the real Daemon, the one he doesn’t want anyone to see, and let me tell you it’s going to break your heart.

Tracy has given us yet another part of a story in this world of Knights Ridge that is filled with action, emotion and enough steam to make even the most jaded of us blush. I am so excited for the next part of this story, I have so many questions that I need some answers to!! Bring on Dark Legacy!!

[Liz (LoverOfBooks80) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Damn woman - you tore my emotions to shreds several times, just when I thought everything was perfect for Batman and Calli, it all upends again! Though to be fair I’m here for it all - Batman and Calli are pretty much becoming my fav.

I can’t help but be drawn to Batman, the same way Calli is, his darkness mixed with that side he only shows a select few is addictive! And Calli - oh boy does she get a set in this book! She suddenly grows up and decides she’s had enough and Batmans response - he falls harder!


So much happening and that ending!! I need to know!

[Jessica Sargalski · Rating 5 out of 5]

Omg ! The emotions in this book 10/10
The hotness 10/10
The sexy scenes 100/100
The cliffhanger holy BANANAS!!!
Tracy always finds a way to steal my heart book after book …

So far this is my favorite of this triology !

[KAGE · Rating 5 out of 5]

"If I'm yours, then you're mine too. And if you're mine, I want every single piece of you."

Overall Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 5/5

Spice Rating: 8/10
Characters: 9.5/10
Atmosphere: 9/10
Writing: 9.5/10
Plot: 9/10
Intrigue: 9/10
Logic: 8/10
Enjoyment: 9/10

Hero: Batman
Heroine: Calli

Cliff-hanger: Yes
Triggers: Murder, Trauma, Dark Themes

Pages: 313
Style: High School, Contemporary, Mafia, Enemies to Lovers, Dark, Forced Proximity

Okay, that cliff-hanger was just cruel! I am absolutely desperate to know what happens! Tracy really knows how to get us on the edge of our seats. I'm not going to say much about this one because I don't want to spoil anything, but I 100% recommend checking this series out if you haven't already.

Calli and Daemon are just so perfect for each other in every way, and this instalment really does prove it! I love how Calli brings out the light and vulnerability from Batman, and he brings the bold and rebellious side out of her, it's perfection and I am really excited to see how these two develop in book three.

There is plenty of drama in this one which you should expect from Tracy's amazing storytelling skills. If you are after edge-of-your-seat mafia drama, twists and turns you won't see coming, heartbreaking emotion, and plenty of all-consuming passion then you better check this one out.

"Dark, twisted, painful, but perfect, in its own fucked-up way."

*all edits are mine - pictures are not

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[Shannon Rugg · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am honestly still in awe of how quickly Tracy puts these books out and how consistent they are!! I say it to anyone and everyone that will listen, because it’s true. I think I have rated almost every book in this series a five which to me is uncommon for a series of 11 books, so far. Tracy writes with finesse and has built us a world that we have a very hard time leaving; at least I know I do!

I’m still in absolute shock over this book!! I think Daemon and Calli are easily becoming my favorite!! Daemon is such a complex character. He’s dark and mysterious, but he also has this extremely vulnerable side filled with insecurities and what he sees as weaknesses. He hides himself well, but we all know Calli is a Cirillo and she will get what she wants. Calli really came into her own in this book, which I have been dying to see!! She pushes Daemon to the edges of his darkness and is the balm that his soul needs to remain ‘normal’. Calli wants Daemon’s good, bad, and downright depraved sides. Through seeing those sides of him, Calli begins to show the devil boy just how worthy, and needed he is!

The sexual tension between these two is explosive and so freaking raw!! It’s rough, hard and fast, but also soft and sensual. Tracy adds spice into her books in the perfect amount and she did not disappoint us in book 11!! I would like to say you know what to expect from Tracy when it comes to spice in her books, BUT you don’t; Tracy STILL finds ways to knock you on your ass and surprise you when it comes to the heat in her books!!

This book WILL take you on a ride, and you KNOW to expect a cliffhanger at the end of book two. That being said, I did not expect a cliffhanger of epic proportions. I honestly think this is the biggest cliffhanger we have seen thus far in the Knight’s Ridge series. You WILL finish this book and immediately say NO, or WTF in my own case!! I’m unwell after that ending, and I cannot wait to see where Tracy takes us in book 12!!

[Kali Dempsey · Rating 5 out of 5]

5/5 ⭐️
4/5 🌶️

Dark Princess was fantastic from start to finish. I can't give very many details without spoilers, but this one picks up right where Dark Knight left off and finishes on an even bigger double cliffhanger.

The twists in this one were great, we got quite a few surprises. Calli and Batman get some alone time together and it's as steamy as you'd expect. Alex is still his charming self, always such a great friend to both Daemon and Calli, and always good for a laugh. I do wonder if we get a glimpse of who his love interest will be. Nothing concrete for sure, but I saw some possible foreshadowing there.

I continue to adore Bri and how she's already showing us what a great sister-in-law she's going to be (Nico and Bri ARE end game, right?! I'll burn everything down if they aren't :| lol). She is always there for Calli right when she needs her and her loyalty is unwavering. As much as I love Stella and Emmie, Bri is a rock for her, always helping her keep her footing and lifting her up.

The ending is intense. And of course we're left hanging. Tracy is a queen of cliffhangers and I'm already counting down the days for Dark Legacy!

[Kelly Gregory · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG...what did I just read??? This story is going to give me a heart attack...I swear I was holding my breath for the last 30% of the book!
I can seriously not get enough of these characters and this world that Tracy has created. And I think I say this in every review of the series...but it is so true!!

I love Batman even more in this book, as we get to see the vulnerable and hidden side of his personality, it definitely makes his character more rounded from what we have previously seen and we find out a little more about why he is the way he is, but don't worry ladies, we still see plenty of his jealous, OTT, protective and domineering traits too, with plenty of steam to keep you hot under the collar!!
We also get to see a stronger Calli...which is about time if you ask me...these two are perfect for each other......but true love never runs smoothly and let's just say there are definitely some OMG moments, I know Tracy is not done making these two fight for their love just yet...bring on the next book!!!

Another fabulous book which I couldn't put down....highly recommend!!

A recieved an ARC from the author and this is my honest review.

[April Davadi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Can I just first,  say .   That cliff-hanger WAS ABSOLUTE BULLCRAP!  I was literally at the edge of my seat, face all smooshed  to my kindle , like ARGHHSNAKAKSNWNNWSJSHEH!!

Alright , thats the end of rant (haha)
So DP picks up right where DK left off , with a scared  calli somewhat fighting for her life, only to be mind blown and confused as to why 2 important people  are infront of her ..

Daemon , my sweet broken boy . He am calli get to experience life with just the two of them & how happy they are  , only for him to take both their happiness away when duty is called ..  

We get alot more of daemons past in this book , aswell as getting to see calli grow from being kept in the dark of the family life , to becoming this beautiful, strong person she finds in herself .  Alex earned mega points within me by wanting to see his brother and calli both happy . 

You're definitely in for a roller coaster of emotions with this second book and I loved ever moment of it .. now I have to anxiously away for Dark Legacy ...

[Jennifer Mitchell · Rating 4 out of 5]

I want the final book now

We’re back to where the he previous book ended.
We see so much more of Daemon’s vulnerable side that just really breaks my heart. I really hope in the next book he accepts how much of an asset he is and his confidence grows that he is more than good enough to be loved and also deserves it.
Calli has really come into her own in this book and I’m loving it. I love that she is sticking it to her mother and standing up to herself. I love her with Daemon and I can’t wait for her to take her stand and be with her man.
Let’s not forget Alex. He really showed up in the last book and he stepped it up even more in this one. I love that he has his brothers back 100 percent and he is rooting Daemon and Calli on!!
Alas, we come to the end where of course Tracy loves to keep her readers hanging on… but each time it’s worth it. She knows how to keep our attention and to make us all come running back for more.

[book.addict.nb · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second book in Calli and Daemon’s trilogy.

This book was better than I could have expected. It had so many twists and turns that I never could have expected, and I loved every second of them. I had high expectations when it came to Daemon and Tracy has blown them out of the water.

“Careful, beautiful. I’ve let you have your fun with Ant, with Alex. My patience only extends so far,” I growl, closing the space between us.

Learning more about Daemon’s past was everything that I had been waiting for. Everything that he has gone through to get to where he is now was heartbreaking. Calli is everything that he needs but only if he is willing to accept that he deserves her.

I will say that I am not ok after reading this book. It broke me into a million different pieces and that cliffhanger at the end was so good. But now I am left here hanging with so many unanswered questions.

I have received a free copy of this book for an honest review.

[Kari Hansen · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you enjoyed the first part of this trilogy, then hang on as you haven’t seen anything yet. In the second part we learn so much about Batman and everything we learn just leaves us wanting more. Knowing what he has been through only makes us and Calli want to know more as we get to know what drives his actions and emotions.

Calli has always been sheltered by her family but as Batman plays a larger role in her life we get to see another side of her and she is fierce. She proves that she is his equal in every way but the course of love is never smooth and they are in for a bumpy ride.

This captive couple take us on quite the journey which leads us to an astounding cliffhanger that leaves of wanting to know what the future holds for them.

[The Lushy Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! Utterly and irrevocably OBSESSED with Daemon and Calli!

They burn up the pages in this one and there is absolutely no question in my mind that they belong together. Darkness always needs a little light and the light always needs the dark. These two are passionate and sexy - I can’t get enough.

We see our mafia princess growing up and learn to embrace her role more - the role she feels is best for her. She’s fierce and strong and I love that she’s able to showcase that more and more.

There’s a heart-stopping cliffy, one that has my jaw on the floor, but that was one heck of a ride! And I can’t wait to find out what happens!

[Smuttybooks_geekystuff · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can't say much because I don't want to ruin it for anyone but this story is incredible.

This one continues from where Dark Knight finished and we get to see what happens to Callie after that cliffhanger.

It was amazing to see the progression of Callie and Daemon's relationship and how he really started to open up to her.

I also loved Alex and his relationship with Daemon is lush.

Callie is a fantastic character with so much growth already, I'm excited to see how she deals with everything that's coming.

Tracy is the QUEEN of cliffhangers!

They always leave me on the edge and begging for more but this one even more than the others... I can't wait for Dark Legacy 🖤

[Jessica Robbins · Rating 5 out of 5]

*I received a free copy of this book which I voluntarily chose to wrote an honest review for.

Batman is back and so is Calli. This is the next installment in their dark romance so we pick back up where book one left off. Things are far from settled for this couple so we get all sorts of twists and unexpected turns as the story progresses. I was hooked from page one and unable to put it down. I totally loved it so I give it 5/5 stars.

[Kerryanne Woodhead · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it!

Well after getting over the cliff hanger from the first part of Calli and Daemons story we are thrown straight into the deep end of their forbidden romance. I absolutely loved the both of them, they are two halves of the one blackened heart! Sweet innocent Calli shows her badass princess side which her Devil Boy brings out so easily! And Daemon, my heart was aching for him, he is so broken and damaged and thinks he is unworthy of Calli.
I loved the 2nd part of their trilogy and can't wait to see how their story ends!!

[Alicia · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 stars for this intense, twisty follow up to Dark Knight, the second in this trilogy. Calli and Daemon go through so much again and we are learning more about Daemon. This will only make you love him more!!
With so much going on, event after event, I am surprised that Calli and Daemon get any alone time. Happily they do, and they use their time wisely ☺️. Calli is proving herself despite the past efforts to shield her. She is just too strong for that!
With an incredibly dramatic finale we are left with a one hell of a cliffhanger! I am holding on by the skin of my teeth!!!!💖💖💖💖💖

[Mari (Mystics & Metaphysics Book Blog) · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don't even know what to say. Each trilogy gets better and better but the author leaves us with another cliffhanger to end cliffhangers.

[Emma Shopland · Rating 4 out of 5]

I do love calli & Batman but this book def felt like a filler book.
I do think TL could have made all these book duets if I’m honest.

[Adriana Hoeffner · Rating 5 out of 5]

i audibly screamed at the end. opening the 3rd book IMMEDIATELY

[Jaymee McHugh · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is sooo good, the ending wrecked me.

[Frankie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow, the twist and turns in this book kept me on my toes.... and that cliff hanger.....absolutely gut wrenching but so so delicious. cant wait to dive into the next book

[shesbookedallday_ · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC Review - Dark Princess 👸🏻

Dark Princess picks up exactly where Dark Knight left us, Calli has been abducted after running from her father.
The progression of their relationship was immense and I loved the way our princess got the devil to open up to her. She’s determined to be part of this life, she doesn’t want to hide the shadows and if D really wants her a he’s gonna have to tell her every thing and teach her how to protect herself. Their forced proximity allows them to see what life could be like if they both weren’t so stubborn and scared.
But with the Italian threat still looming, it’s unclear who will make it out alive.

♥️ Forced Proximity
♥️ Mafia
♥️ Light/Dark

My Thoughts:
I had to read this book twice the day I received it, just to make sure I didn’t miss a thing because boy was there so much to unpack.
Having some time alone away from everyone, and in D’s happy place, was exactly what these two needed - it allowed them to really be themselves and you can see just how much for each other these two are. I don’t wanna spoil anything because you just need to go and read this NOW!
There’s so much action and steam sandwiched between two killer cliff hangers - a Tracy Lorraine specialty

⭐️ 5/5
🥵 3/5

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