King of Monsters

Desert Kings MC #6

by Candi Scott

All I’ve ever wanted was peace.

That’s hard to find when the only thing I’ve ever been good at is destroying things. Even myself. The MC was the only thing that kept me from going under, gave me something worth crawling out of hell for.

But in the quiet, the ghosts still came. With them came faces I’d buried and the screams that I could never forget. In those moments my demons that tempted me. They called to me. For an addict, there is never peace. For a killer, there is never quiet.

Only Whitney had ever silenced the chaos. With her I found a hunger that consumed me and the peace I’d searched for my entire life.

I know exactly what I am.

I’m a bad man. A violent man.

But Whitney has survived monsters far worse than me. When they come for her, I’ll do what I’ve always done best.

297 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 30, 2026

Reviews

[ashlee · Rating 5 out of 5]

King of Monsters by Candi Scott

ARC Provided By Candi Scott & BookSirens
Release Date: Available Now
Genre: Dark MC Romance
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
Book Type: Book 6 | Desert Kings Series

Candi Scott knows how to deliver a dark romance that pulls you in and makes you feel every ounce of emotion along the way.

Merc is a character with so many layers, and seeing the man behind the violence and the darkness made his story that much more compelling. Then there’s Whitney, who brings a different kind of strength to the story. Their connection is intense but also passionate. I loved the contrast between the chaos they carry and the peace they find in each other.

What I especially loved is that this story isn’t just about the heat or the danger, it’s about confronting your demons and learning to live with your past.

The chemistry and the emotional depth made this duet such an enjoyable addition to the Desert Kings series. Candi has a way of making you invested in her characters and their journeys, and Merc and Whitney absolutely delivered!

[Jin · Rating 5 out of 5]

King of monsters is author Candy Scott’s final book in the duology that contains Merc and Whitney and is part of the longer continuing story of the desert kings MC I love Merc and Whitney I think out of all of the books so far these two are my favorite and that’s hard for me to say because I’m pretty sure my super favorites are coming next.
Candi made me legitimately tense in this book a couple of times I had a difficult time not worrying about what’s coming and what might happen next I am easily on the edge of my seat and irritated that I have to wait so much longer for continuation.
Candi has a way of building a story in these Duology increments that make every page entertaining and unique and I feel like I’m part of it. I can’t wait for what comes next.
I will warn you don’t let people read over your shoulder if you’re embarrassed about reading smut in public because the scenes in this one are five alarm fire hot she has outdone herself

[Jojo Reeves · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow!!!! Merc is like the ultimate anti hero , with everything he has done his hands are permanently crimson but it’s been to save and protect his family, Blood and club. He has stayed clean but only because what he’s found in Whitney calms him, grounds him and completes him. Whitney has never had anyone who put her first, the cards she had been dealt didn’t lead to trusting anyone, she has solid walls up and in constant fight or flight until that night with Merc. She finds in the club the family she has craved and a man that loves her.

Candi brings to life these men, women and the cutie pie that is Eli to life. I love that while you are here for the main couple there’s little threads to another story happening in the background, mainly Jester watching Merc’s sister Dylan and his Dad and Prez AP budding something something with a Dancer at the Black Cat .

[Stormy Shadows · Rating 4 out of 5]

ARC Review—BookSirens
Star Rating: 4⭐️
Pub Date: Sept 30, 2026
Book 6 of Desert Kings
Genre: MC Romance
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

Thanks to BookSirens for this arc.
This is a continuation of Merc and Whitney’s story. We focus more on the relationship between them and it is more of a character driven story than plot. Very spicy throughout and enjoyable read. I loved the other characters from the other books are in this one too and we get to know more about Whitney and her troubled past and we get to know more about Merc. I enjoyed this from start to finish, it was a fast and enjoyable read.

[GKP2460 · Rating 5 out of 5]

King Of Monsters is book 6 in the Desert Kings MC series and is the conclusion of Merc and Whitney's journey. It picks up where Dance With The Devil left off with their highly emotional, intense journey. This one is equally as intense and gritty as book 1. This couple endures complete and utter chaos to get to their hea. Nothing has come easy for them and they've had to fight for what they did get. But, they have a fierce, once in a lifetime love that I'd certainly never bet against. Their journey is an absolute must read!

[Katie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received an advance review copy through BookSirens for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

I have enjoyed reading this MC series by Candi Scott and am looking forward to the rest of the books as they come out. Right now, I am thinking that Merc and Whitney may be my favorite couple. The action was so well written and the love between these two damaged people was intense.

[Anne Jenkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is Merc and Whitney’s story in the Desert Kings MC series.
A good story, probably not for you if you are looking for a soft, fluffy story but it does have a happy ending for the main characters.
I have enjoyed this series and will look out for more.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Lisa Newton · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great wrap-up to Merc and Whitney’s story and the overarching storyline! Both have faced crippling struggles from their past, but together they’ve found strength, healing, and become better versions of themselves. Loved seeing their journey come full circle! Now I’m hoping Jester’s story is coming soon!

[Patricia Lord · Rating 5 out of 5]

Merc and Whitney may be my favorite couple in this series so far. Their connection is intense and passionate, but what I loved most was the peace they found in each other amid the chaos they both carried.
Watching them face the painful struggles of their pasts together made their relationship feel even more meaningful. They found strength in each other as they healed and grew into better versions of themselves.
Their journey was emotional, and their love was easy to root for.

[Crystal Rankin · Rating 5 out of 5]

As always I absolutely loved this book! Candi does such an amazing job at sucking you in and getting you to feel all the emotions and energy while it’s happening!! This book is everything I’d hoped it to be and had me fall in love just a little bit more with Whit and Merc! 🔥🖤🔥🖤

[Monica Minniti · Rating 5 out of 5]

Meet Whitney and Merc. She is a survivor who chooses to continue to be strong. He has violence and safety. These two together bring all the feels. They have an intensity that not everybody can handle. If you like MC romance, this book is for you. The story keeps you sucked in and the spice keeps you wanting more. Huge fan of the series. Spice is 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ and stars are 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[✨Charite✨♥️ · Rating 5 out of 5]

absolutely amazing!

I loved this series I can’t wait for 2027! Im praying it will be jesters book! This series has me hooked!

[Linda · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this well-written, compelling, emotional conclusion to Merc and Whitney's story. The connection and passion between these characters is so powerful you can feel it! I adore them. I hung on every word and I couldn't put it down. This is an excellent series with characters I really care about. It has all the sex and violence you would expect from this genre but it also has a heartfelt love between the MMC and the FMC, and a real sense of loyalty and brotherhood between the members of the club. This series is one of my favorites and I can't wait for the next book.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.