IN MY WORLD, SHAME AND GUILT ARE FUNDAMENTAL. THEY ARE THE BASIS OF MY CHOICES. BUT IN THE LIGHT OF HEAVEN, I’M HAUNTED BY DARKNESS. A SHADOW THAT CALLS ME TO SIN. IT IS A CALL TO BE DELIVERED FROM MY OWN CHAINS. TO BE UNDRESSED OF MY HOLINESS AND HAVE MY SOUL STAINED. I FELL INTO DISGRACE THE MOMENT I SAW HIM. HE MADE ME SPIRAL INTO DAMNATION. A DEVIL WHO SHOWED ME BOTH HELL AND HEAVEN, HIS IS THE NAME I PRAY. HE’S MY GOD AND I’M HIS SALVATION.
THE LEADER
IN MY WORLD, MERCY AND LOVE DON’T EXIST. HUNTING MONSTERS AND DEMONS IN HELL, THOSE FEELINGS ARE ERASED. GOD DOESN’T EXIST. BUT IN MY DARKNESS, I CAUGHT A GLIMPSE OF PARADISE. I WAS BLINDED BY A DIVINE LIGHT THE MOMENT I SAW HER. AND NOW ALL I CAN DO IS KNEEL FOR HER, PRAYING FOR MY OWN SALVATION BY STAINING HER WITH HER DAMNATION. I RECITE MY PENANCES OVER HER SKIN, FLOG MYSELF WITH HER TOUCH, CRUCIFY HER WITH HER PLEASURE. SHE’S MY HEAVEN AND I’M HER GOD.
TW- non/dub con, graphic violence and gore, attempted rape, religious trauma, desacrilization of religious dogmas, obects and rituals. Satanic sacrifices, human hunting and child trafficking. Depression, self harm, parental loss, grief, explicit sexual scenes. Kink specific- autassinophilia (fetish of being killed or dying) blood play, breath play, cum play, degradation (with praise), knife play, mask play, odaxelagnia (bite fetish) and primal play.
Thilil, a young soon to be nun is preparing to take her vows and join the convent and devote her life and body to God. After losing her mother, she is forced into loneliness and throws herself into religion to please her unloving father.
Ryker, a business associate of Thilils father comes to live with her and her father in hopes of securing a business deal(s)
Peter, thilils father. Puts his work before his daughter. Shows no love or care towards her. A very dark character.
This book took me through ALL of the emotions! I was scared, excited, heartbroken, elated, confused, hot under the collar🤭😉
The way that you connect with Thilil and Ryker is unmatched. You feel all of the emotions they are, you can really immerse yourself into the book and feel like you are living the same life. The plot for the book is amazing! I have never read anything like this before and I am dark/pitch black book girl through and through! I loved the unhinged romance, the spice was SPICING!🌶️ I almost got whiplash with trying to work out who I could trust and who I couldn’t! I would absolutely recommend you downloading this book when it’s released! Mark your calendars for August 10th 2025 for the ride of your life!
Thank you so much to the stunning author Faith Raven, this was my first ARC read and cannot wait to delve further into your world!
This book was amazingly good and thrilling to read. Before I start going into detail, I’m just going to warn that this book’s main plot focus is a cult, meaning there are many satanic rituals and mentions of the Devil being their God, so please only proceed if you’re comfortable. The MCs also participate in many sacrilegious actions and say many sacrilegious things, so once again please be cautious and note that what I’m saying is just my opinion on this book and I don’t intend to offend anyone. I personally love books like these and if, like me, you enjoyed Priest and Sinner by Sierra Simone you should read this. Thilil is to be a nun in 2 months when Ryker, a supposed trading partner, comes to live with her and her father in their mansion. Now the second this man sees her, he’s obsessed, and kind of stalks her? He’s determined to ruin her innocence and make him her God. She’s enticed by her, I mean what girl wouldn't be enticed by a hot ass man who says he wants to worship and corrupt her. But she doesn’t know that he and her father are part of a much bigger plan… So she decides to do some research and she finds that he leads a Satanic cult. Everything that happens after is a wild ride. The plot is insane with so many unexpected twists that had my jaw dropping. I was so close to crying a couple times What happened at her ceremony almost had me bursting in laughter but also shaking with tension. Not only is the plot insane, so is the smut. And I’m talking like super sacrilegious shit like showing up in the confession booth and making her penance be reciting the Hail Mary while he gets her off with a crucifix. I had never been in more shock. And the corruption kink is so big here, she picks up his filthy mouth halfway into the book. And while Ryker doesn’t go through much development, Thilil does. The person she is at the end of the book is completely different and I’m honestly loving it. Just one last minor thing, is there’s a bit of cringy dialogue during his tens and thousands of confessions but I’m not really complaining. I really enjoyed this and give this a 4.5/5
4.5🌟 WOW!!! What a fun ride that was ! I was over the moon to have been able to read this as an arc as I have loved her previous books🙂 This book deals with religious trauma, satanic cults/secret societies , set in an eerily gothic mansion 😈 FMC Thilil is on a religious path to becoming a nun, a decision that has not been her own, but one that has been forced upon her. She continues to battle between vowing to dedicate her life to God, or choosing her freedom to live her life as she chooses ! ENTER RYKER- he’s the devil in disguise , and is about to turn her world , and her beliefs , upside down ! He can see the darkness that lurks inside her , and he’ll do anything In his power to release her true self !! This only touches the surface , the plot is so much more and absolutely fantastic , balancing perfectly with plenty of spice 🥵The writing is so descriptive, and truly beautiful🖤 As a dark romance reader it was everything and more ! Absolute PERFECTION🖤
I’ve read Faith Raven before, and while Locked Inside will probably always be my favourite, Deliver Me still pulled me in and left a strong impression.
The plot had me intrigued from the start and kept me turning the pages, needing to know what would happen next.
There is a strong religious theme throughout the story, which isn’t typically my thing, so I found some of the language and references a little hard to connect with at times. But that’s just a personal preference — I can absolutely see how those elements would really resonate with other readers.
What really stood out for me, though, was the underlying plot involving satanic cults, corrupted power, and Ryker’s role in it all. I loved the idea of him being part of a cult that turned its influence toward taking down even darker groups — rescuing children, dismantling gangs, and bringing justice in brutal, unforgiving ways. He’s the definition of morally grey — yes, he’s killing people, but he’s killing bad people and saving others in the process. That complexity made his character all the more compelling and gave the story an action-packed, gritty edge I couldn’t get enough of.
If you’re into dark, emotional romance with spice, danger, and a hero who walks the line between sinner and saviour — this one’s for you.
I was so grateful to have this as an arc, thank you so much Faith Raven,
What can I said about this book...... Ryker and Thilil are both as unhinged as each oth but in different was, the way he breaks her out of the life she has known for her to grow into the person she should be is amazing,
There's a lot of trauma for both the characters which is both upsetting and confusing in parts but it all comes together for an explosive ending,
the emotions I went through in this book ranges from absolute anxiety to complete and utter relief and everything in-between, thats exactly why you should read this book, But Check the TW they are there for a reason.
Faith Raven my lovely Author friend you have done it again with this Dark Romance Masterpiece. I am honoured to have received an ARC and be drawn into a world where devils come to play.
He is my god, and I am his salvation! FMC Thilil is on her way to become a nun and live a life serving god. Although she still battles with her dedication to God and the freedom she’s always desired.
That is until she sees him! Ryker is the devil himself and he’s about to turn her life completely upside down. He sees the darkness inside her and challenges her world, her beliefs. The desires and spice between these two would rival hell itself.
Deliver me deals with Religious trauma, secret society/ cults and child trafficking all set in a large gothic Mansion. It has everything any dark Romance reader wants and more. Please check trigger warnings and always remember to put your mental health first before reading any dark Romance novels.
I’m obsessed!! Literally couldn’t get enough of this book . Turning the pages so fast nearly got whiplash. A soon to be nun and a leader of a cult perfect match…right! There was the perfect mixture of plot and spice couldn’t get enough. Would I recommend this book…Hell yes 100%
🦇Possessive Behavior 🦇Nun to become/religious trauma 🦇Secret Society 🦇 Primal Play 🦇Breath Play 🦇 🔪 Play 🦇🩸 Play 🦇 Rosary Play 🦇 Touch her & you 💀 🦇 S0mnøph!l!@ 🦇💦 Play 🦇 Human Hvnt
love, love, love this book!! It keeps you on your toes and the banter, oh, I lived for it. I don't want to give too much away, but Faith, i think you have another great book on your hands!!
We are introduced Ryker, our MMC, and he moves into the Blackdoom Manor to solidify a business deal with its owner. Peter. We learn from the get-go that Peter has a very dark, narcissistic personality that he tries to disguise with politeness. Ryker, however, is quick to not let the older man overpower him and enjoys challenging him. Peter is an unloving and unaffectionate parent who put his own work before her. Thilil, our FMC, is pushed into becoming nun, taking her vows and joining the covenant in two months' time, driving deeper into solitude. Thilil's research leads her to shock revelations about Ryker about his satanic cult, and she's smitten by him either way. He's equally, if not more obsessed by her, and wants to corrupt her...
Oh my gosh. WHAT A CRAZY, TWISTED, WILD RIDE THIS HAS BEEN. I have been dying to read this, and I'm so happy Ryker got his own book! I first got introduced to him in "Red Sydrome," where he is the second main lead, and I fell in love with him ever since, and now? Even more so. He's so damn sexy, mysterious, and complex. Thilil's character development is quite amazing - she is constantly teetering between choosing her duty and what her heart wants. His character is dark, alluring, and devilish, just the right concoction to bring out her darkness that compliments his own. Also, they both challenge each other about their own beliefs. Ryker's backstory, about himself and his brotherhood, is touching, heartfelt, and wholesome, which I appreciated knowing more about. And I love how much stronger Thilil becomes in the end.
This isn't your usual religious plotline. A lot of sacrilegious/blasphemous things occur. The plotline is a lot deeper than I initially expected, and I love it! The descriptions painted each scene brilliantly for me to immerse myself in, and the world building was beautifully done. Not to forget that the spice is always written incredibly well and left me blushing at my big age. For me, it's an emotional ending, I really liked it! This is my fourth Arc read from Faith Ravens, and I'm so grateful! She's one of my favourite writers. I inhaled this book. (Also, the Extended Epilogue has me super intrigued... will we be getting more? Psst...! Davon's book, perhaps? A girl can dream! Either way, I fully enjoyed that little addition.)
If you like dark romance riddled with religious and satanic cults, morally grey MMC who is both a saviour and sinner, an innocent FMC, action and danger, violence and gore, forbidden spice and emotions, trauma and forgiveness, passion and tension, then this one is for you. Please do check your trigger warnings. This beautiful book releases on the 10th of August - yes, this month! - so save it on your TBR list! You don't want to miss it.
Deliver Me by Faith Raven is a dark romance. It’s pitch black dark with every trigger & I am here for it! This was an ARC read for me & I wish to thank @faithravenauthor for the privilege. This book will be available August 10th on ebook, KU & Amazon.
Thilil is a young woman preparing to enter the convent. She’s a lonely girl who lost her mother recently & lives alone with her cold. emotionless father in an old, gothic manor.
Ryker is a devil, a sinner or possibly a savior who is staying at the manor. He’s there to do business with her father but his interest is drawn away to the “little nun”.
Their story descends into darkness & evil but their attraction is drawn to the light. He’s tests her faith with his fingers, her devotion with his tongue.
“If you want to touch the inferno, you just have to ask little nun. Provoking me like this will only worsen the millions of torturous ways I have in mind to make you beg me to stop. I will send you to your knees praying for your redemption. I will make you cry in pain and then pleasure for your sins while I take that little virgin cunt. You will taste the flavor of hell on your tongue when I fuck your throat. You will embrace your damnation when I fill your ass so thoroughly with my cum that you won’t be able to understand what spiritual dimension your soul is in anymore”
Tropes
Age gap D/s Breath play Primal play Religious iconography & sacrilege Insta love
TW: ALL OF THEM! For real, it is a DARK story with
dubcon/noncon Child trafficking Attempted rape Religious sacrilege Human sacrifice (only spoken about) Satanic cult’s & rituals Erotic riskplay (taunting death)
If you’re here for all the triggers this book is for you! It’s hot as fuck but also beautiful. This is an indie author so the editing could be better but didn’t distract from my enjoyment of this book.
I HIGHLY recommend for all my kinky, crazy dark bitches like me!
3.5 ⭐️ I couldn’t decide between a 3 or 4. So 3.5 it is… I really really loved the story line. The spice was fun as always with Faith’s books. This book is deliciously taboo with religion being a big factor. So if that’s not your reading style.. be aware.
I loved that we didn’t jump straight into immediate corruption of our little nun. The spice pacing throughout felt appropriate to the story and the timeline. We got the perfect amount added slowly throughout.
I hate a love hate relationship with the writing in this one.
There was a lot of repetition of the same words or phrases. The words oxygen and divine are the first two that come into mind. Oxygen was in the book I think 40 times. Most of which were phrase like ‘looking at him took the oxygen out of me.’ Divine I think was 50 something times. Different phrasing would have leveled this book up or even cutting out some of it. It was made clear enough how obsessed they were with each other or how devote she was but secretly rebellious plenty enough. I did find myself skimming through some of the pages when the same phrasing kept popping up.
I also felt like are FMC as a nun-to-be was way to comfortable describing her lady bits as her pu$$y and wearing lace undergarments a little too quickly in the story. I could live with that though, I mean she did always have a secret rebel in her that was eager to break free.
The word and phrase repetition was what kept this from being a solid 4 or maybe even a 5. I love Faith’s books and I love the twisted journey this book took us on. If you like dark and depraved- this really is a good story. I’m just nitpicking.
There were hints of the MMC’s brother having his own journey left open at the end, and I would 💯 be there for it if there is! Sounds like he may even be a sharer in the MMF aspect, and I hope we get that journey!
Dark, twisted, and so satisfying. This has so many triggers - check before reading.
Deliver Me tells the story of the FMC, Thilil, who comes home to her father's house to take her vows and become a nun. Little does she know that her father has other plans.
At the same time as Thilil arrives, the MMC, Ryker, comes to visit Thilil's father. He's supposedly there to do a business deal, but there are mysterious things afoot.
This book is distinctly perverse and sacrilegious - in the best of ways. Thilil and Ryker's coming together is a bit of a slow burn at first, but it's so fun to read. He challenges her beliefs on her faith, her family, and herself, and she challenges him to see the light as well as the darkness.
There are definitely Haunting Adeline vibes a bit here, but with a different overall feel. Ryker has some Zade in him - dark, twisted serial killer, but out to do good with his evil tendencies. Loves to drag his woman to the darkness with him, but will worship every last thing about her. Sometimes loses control due to his lack of faith in himself, but at the same time he has a god complex. Thilil is less like Adeline, but she is equally willing to be brought to the dark side by her man.
This was delicious and I'd read it a zillion itmes over. It seems like there might be more to come with other characters' stories - I'll look forward to that!
This is a Dark Romance book that follows Thilil, a young girl who is preparing to take her vows and join the convent to devote her life to God. After many traumatic events, she became lonely and only thing that would keep her from falling into the darkness was her religion to please her not so loving father. Then comes walking Ryker, who is an associate to her father. Ryker came to live with Thilil father in order to secure a business deal. The two were forced to work together. Ryker was cold and had no love to show towards Thilil. This book was so exciting, before this book i only read one book with religious references however, i enjoyed it thoroughly, many times i had to set the book aside and gather myself, the plot twist was the highlight of the whole read. Their relationship how it started and how it ended was so emotional. I’m no stranger to Faith’s books and I’m glad that i was given the opportunity to read her work before it got put for everyone to read.
Over all this book was a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ read to me and the spice level was definitely sitting on 🌶️🌶️🌶️. 75
I can stress enough how important it is to read your trigger warnings guys. If anything in this book does appeal to you please don’t force yourself to read.
Thank you again to Faith to allow me to read this book as an ARC READ
When two worlds collide…Heaven and Hell….this explosive dynamic is beyond what you could imagine! Ryker is the extremely sexy but totally mysterious killer. When he walks in a room all eyes are on him. Ryker is not who you think he is which is why his presence ignites fear into everyone he meets….except for Thilil. Thilil is the daughter of a powerful yet evil man, Peter. She is the innocent, sweet virgin waiting to take her vows as a nun. Thilil is still traumatized from the questionable death of her mother. She obeys everything her father asks of her not knowing his true intentions. When Ryker and Thilil meet the fight between God and the devil begins. When Ryker’s true identity and mission is revealed, Thilil realizes that he’s not the devil but a saviour! Not only does he save innocent children from human trafficking and sacrifices…he saves Thilil from a life not lived! The twists and turns will make you gasp in shock! You will fall in love with Ryker as he delivers you to ecstasy! 🙏
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After meeting Ryker in Red Syndrome, I couldn’t wait to see him get his own story — and Deliver Me did not disappoint. Faith Raven takes us on an emotional, gritty ride that dives deep into his past, his demons, and the unexpected connection he forms with Thilil.
This book is a true mental and emotional rollercoaster. The chemistry between Ryker and Thilil is powerful, though I personally wished for a bit more fire from Thilil’s side at times. But as the story unfolds, it becomes clear why she is the way she is, and that made their bond all the more meaningful.
Ryker is such a complex character: protective, scarred, and raw. Watching him open up and fight for something more was the heart of this book. Faith Raven did an incredible job blending tension, passion, and vulnerability into a story that grabs hold and doesn’t let go.
Deliver Me is everything I hoped it would be for Ryker’s — heartbreaking, intense, and ultimately satisfying. If you loved Red Syndrome, you’ll absolutely want to pick this one up.
I really enjoyed this book, especially the setting. The dark, eerie atmosphere of the haunted mansion gave the story a wonderfully gothic vibe that pulled me in right from the start. It was the perfect backdrop for the unfolding events and added a layer of intensity that I absolutely loved.
The plot itself was gripping, with several twists that genuinely caught me off guard. I found myself constantly wanting to know what would happen next, and I appreciated how well-paced the reveals were.
The spice scenes were also well-written and added a lot of chemistry between the characters. That said, for my personal taste (!!) there were a few too many of them. While they were enjoyable, I would have preferred a slightly better balance between the romantic and plot-driven moments.
Overall, this was a captivating read with a darkly atmospheric setting, engaging twists, and intense romance. Definitely worth picking up if you’re into gothic vibes and steamy storytelling.
Deliver Me by Faith Raven is haunting, brutal, and utterly addictive.
Thilil is on the verge of taking her vows when Ryker—her father’s dangerous business partner—moves in and shatters everything she thought she knew about devotion, control, and desire.
This is a dark romance check the trigger warnings, seriously! Religious trauma, torture, gore, violence, trafficking, cults, and more.
🖤 The tension? Off the charts. 🖤 The spice? Feral. 🖤 The romance? Toxic, twisted, and impossible to quit.
Faith Raven’s writing pulls you into the chaos—you’ll feel every gasp, betrayal, and broken boundary. If you want safe and sweet, this isn’t it. But if you want a story that drags you to the edge and dares you to keep going, Deliver Me delivers.
“What is my penance, Thilil? How many prayers do I have to recite over your c**t to save my soul? Because I only want to drown in your p***y and taste my own heaven between your legs.”
This book is everything and more! This book had me completely on edge and wondering what would happen next. I usually can guess what will happen throughout books, but I was shocked every time something happened. Thilil and Ryker’s relationship is like no other. The spice! The tension! When they finally act is just something else. The relationship between Ryker and his brothers is so wholesome and the backstory had me in tears. I loved that Thilil wasn’t like a typical character that let the guy do everything and decided to take things into her own hands to find out what happened with her mum. I absolutely love that she kept her good heart but welcomed other parts of herself fully eventually with the help from Ryker.
Be prepared to be reading at odd hours at night. If I could rate this book more I would.
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Bless me, this book made me unholy real quick 🤣 I feel like I just committed a sin by reading this 😂
Repenting won't save your girl now because this is a pure, delicious damnation 😈
He broke her. He bent her. He called her his. And she likes it. She whispered 'please' when she should've said 'enough.' But... how do you walk from a man that ruins you so beautifully? 🖤
All I could think about was him… and what he did to her on chapter fourteen 🙈
5 ☆ read, and when I just thought it’d be spicy, then I read chapter forty-one and repented immediately. We’re past spice... We have entered sin 🔥🙈
⚠️⛓️ Trigger Warnings? It's more like a list of sins and suffering ☠️ This book is raw and completely unholy 💀 Your mental health matters 🌼
Deliver Me by Faith Raven 4 ⭐️4🌶️ This book takes it so far into the topical “Forgive me father for I have sinned.” Darn the things they do will have you heated under the collar. The underline plot is more about saving underneath the plot of cult. This author is a genius for her plots that I didn’t see coming, the chemistry is so wicked! Written very well, I’m speechless how twisted this is and wicked as well. Ryker is phenomenal and Thilil will blossom into a more interesting character. I loved the story even though it has some dark theme and a lot of triggers for some people. I hope I’m not giving any spoilers but I think it’s worth your time to read this captivating enthralling story.
I ate this book up!! I will say check your trigger warnings, but it was depraved in the best way. If you love Zade Meadows from Haunting Adeline and Tyler Bell from Priest, you’re going to love this!
I loved Ryker and Thilil, their growth, their individual missions and self-discovery through each other. They definitely needed each other to realize their own desires and purpose. Thilil is a badas* woman who discovers her inner fire, and Ryker is a vigilante fighting for the lives of others. Absolutely loved this book!
OUT NOW! 😈
“You are the light, I am the darkness. You the salvation, I the damnation.”
• Morally Grey 'Vigilante' MMC • Virgin nun to be FMC • Secret cults • Degradation • Touch her and die (literally) • Jealous Possessive
These two are a match made in heaven (well, more like hell)! Ryker spends his life freeing people from being trafficked, while Thalil has spent her life being controlled by her father.
Deliver me from evil (or to evil) depending on who's point of view you look at it from!
If you enjoy a dark romance with lots of religious trauma, this one is for you!
I ate this book up, left no crumbs. The plotting was plotting, loved the FMC sm. As well as the MMC. This book gave me everything I wanted from a book and more. If you love the tropes below, I recommend you to read it🖤
We have
•Virgin FMC/Nun to be •Morally grey/Posessive MMC •lots of different kink play •secret society
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I wanted thank the Author Faith Raven for being able to read this as an arc, I am so grateful🖤
I liked this! It's Thilil & Ryker's story & they had one to tell! He's investigating (sort of) some things at her house, & the minute he sees her he's head over heels for her. She's in training to become a nun. There's a lot happening here & this is heavy on religious scenes. A lot of things come to light & shakes her world, please keep in mind this is a DARK book!! Loved the spice & the story! Recommend this book & author!
Woah, I’m a bit speechless! I loved this book! It was definitely a wild ride! The storyline itself was dark, twisted and addictive which gripped me from the start to end. Faith Raven has done an amazing job with this story, I’m obsessed with Ryker and Thilil story! Definitely gives forbidden elements and an interesting take on religious/cult themes.
Be sure to check the TW/CW as there are dark themes and topics that may be sensitive to some. But if you are fine with them I definitely recommend this to all the dark romance lovers.
Spice: 5.0 I didn’t know what to expect, but I know that Faith makes amazing books. This was super dark but super spicy.
I don’t feel bad that things ended badly for Thilil’s father, honestly he deserved it. I am happy that Thilil got out of the bad situation and was free. I liked this book! It was intense!
This book is by far my favorite. You can tell how much effort was put into this. It's attention grabbing. A sizzling dark romance. Keeps you on edge. Characters are fantastic. I remember feeling so many emotions. I fell in love with Ryker...omg. I HATED the father. I remembered thinking "ughh i hope he burns." I could not wait to read it again after having to put it down.
Having read Faith's previous books, this one is by far her best work. I realized that she has a unique signature in her writing style that I absolutely adore. (Incorporates musical elements) She writes so beautifully. Her choices of imagery and backstory of the worlds she's created for her characters are superb. How she ties in characters from other books into her new ones make me crave her next projects.
From reading the Syndrome Duet to Locked Inside and now Deliver Me. I'm elated to see how hard she works. And the fact that she is writing in a language that is not her first language? That's absolutely mind blowing and derves appreciation. I thank her for creating these stories for us to get lost in. I am honored to have been able to be able to read this book before it's release. And I absolutely cannot wait to cheer her on for her future projects whatever they may be.