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Sacrificial Lambs #2
Song of Tenebrae
Tempest Skeigh
The horrors I’ve seen and the torture I’ve survived has left me with a burning hatred.
I can’t move on and it only grows with time.
I have been planning my revenge by day and stripping my feelings away by night.
No matter how hot the loathing burns, there’s still a part of me that wants Raiden James.
I want him at my mercy while I carve into his flesh, claiming his blood as my own.
Raiden James
Her body and her screams are forever etched in my mind.
The torture I inflicted and the horror I draped her in was only a prelude.
I have been biding my time and waiting for the perfect moment to bring her home.
No matter where we are in the world, my soul belongs to Tempest Skeigh.
I want her at my mercy while my blade makes her blood sing once more.
The horrors I’ve seen and the torture I’ve survived has left me with a burning hatred.
I can’t move on and it only grows with time.
I have been planning my revenge by day and stripping my feelings away by night.
No matter how hot the loathing burns, there’s still a part of me that wants Raiden James.
I want him at my mercy while I carve into his flesh, claiming his blood as my own.
Raiden James
Her body and her screams are forever etched in my mind.
The torture I inflicted and the horror I draped her in was only a prelude.
I have been biding my time and waiting for the perfect moment to bring her home.
No matter where we are in the world, my soul belongs to Tempest Skeigh.
I want her at my mercy while my blade makes her blood sing once more.
265 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 1, 2022
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July 27, 2021
Song Of Tenebrae is book one in Sacrificial Lambs series. The Novella Sing Me A Song ( sacrificial Lambs 0.5) should be read first. On my dark scale, it’s gray. As in any dark romance, read the trigger warnings.
Oh Raiden, how much I love thee. Song of Tenebrae starts one year after Sing Me A Song. Raiden is still obsessed with Tempest and believes they are fated. Tempest still hates Raiden for what happened but also cares for him. It’s the fine line between love and hate. Both lives have changed forever.
I just love these two together. Raiden and Tempest's story comes full circle, and with a bunch of steam, spice, and redemption along the way. There is still the Illuminati, and The Elders are after Tempest. It’s what lurks in the shadows that is worrisome. I can’t get enough of Raiden. You hate to love him. They really are the same version of each other. It’s beautiful in a dark and bloody way.
The author sucked me in from the begging, and as always, I enjoyed every minute. She left the ending with a perfect open end for the next book, and I can’t wait to see what happens next. The book is fast-paced and well written, with phenomenal character growth and a very intriguing plot. This series is a must-read.
Oh Raiden, how much I love thee. Song of Tenebrae starts one year after Sing Me A Song. Raiden is still obsessed with Tempest and believes they are fated. Tempest still hates Raiden for what happened but also cares for him. It’s the fine line between love and hate. Both lives have changed forever.
I just love these two together. Raiden and Tempest's story comes full circle, and with a bunch of steam, spice, and redemption along the way. There is still the Illuminati, and The Elders are after Tempest. It’s what lurks in the shadows that is worrisome. I can’t get enough of Raiden. You hate to love him. They really are the same version of each other. It’s beautiful in a dark and bloody way.
The author sucked me in from the begging, and as always, I enjoyed every minute. She left the ending with a perfect open end for the next book, and I can’t wait to see what happens next. The book is fast-paced and well written, with phenomenal character growth and a very intriguing plot. This series is a must-read.
July 27, 2021
Sanctus dominus infernus!
🔥🔥🔥
Talk about being on the precipice the entire book, the suspense, the thrill and the raw sexual tension. I could feel the heat, the vibrant energy, the sensuality from Raiden and Tempest. If there was ever of book of magnetism and tangible connectedness, this was it.
Book 2 commences with Tempest performing in and managing her own strip club with friend Sky and later friend Tiny, approximately one year after her encounter with Raiden, rockstar and underworld worshipper. Bearing his claiming mark, his sacrilege, Tempest, in Raiden’s ever watchful eyes, still belongs to him. Tempest, however, is determined to get her revenge against him and her suffering at his hands. As their love story unfolds, it is not all roses and floral Coco Mademoiselle. It is dark, depraved, kinky. It is also delightfully sinful and wickedly heady, temptations they revel it.
Story creativity and character development were unparalleled, showcasing the gritty, the realism in make believe; I felt a life force, a vibe in the forbidden with a backdrop of soulful music. Raiden was depicted as a sexy devil, deliciously dark and dangerous, a flame to which you’re drawn and want to be engulfed in. His magnetism could be physically felt through the words. Tempest was strong, determined, yet vulnerable, and his perfect match.
While a love story, this is a dark read with juicy perversive themes and kinkiness I devoured — knife, blood, drugs. (Yaas!) Added to a subplot of mystery and alluring characters, and I was captivated. Excellent pace, there was never a dull moment. The symbolism, the ritual, the blood, pain and pleasure were striking, compelling, a collective stamp on my psyche to which I become a willing servant to the hedonism. The steam level was immeasurable, off the charts, blazing fire.
In effect, this story was amazing, a favorite. The feelings it elicited were incomparable, from the grittiness and sensuality, to the mystery, the excitement of anticipation to the trepidation from not wanting it to end. The story, the caliber of writing, the characters, particularly the main characters: I was there, superimposed, living their lives, feeling their emotions in full, augmented reality. My little soul vibrated to the rhythm of pounding blood, my heartbeat aflutter. A truly arresting read. I want more in this world.
Talk about being on the precipice the entire book, the suspense, the thrill and the raw sexual tension. I could feel the heat, the vibrant energy, the sensuality from Raiden and Tempest. If there was ever of book of magnetism and tangible connectedness, this was it.
Book 2 commences with Tempest performing in and managing her own strip club with friend Sky and later friend Tiny, approximately one year after her encounter with Raiden, rockstar and underworld worshipper. Bearing his claiming mark, his sacrilege, Tempest, in Raiden’s ever watchful eyes, still belongs to him. Tempest, however, is determined to get her revenge against him and her suffering at his hands. As their love story unfolds, it is not all roses and floral Coco Mademoiselle. It is dark, depraved, kinky. It is also delightfully sinful and wickedly heady, temptations they revel it.
Story creativity and character development were unparalleled, showcasing the gritty, the realism in make believe; I felt a life force, a vibe in the forbidden with a backdrop of soulful music. Raiden was depicted as a sexy devil, deliciously dark and dangerous, a flame to which you’re drawn and want to be engulfed in. His magnetism could be physically felt through the words. Tempest was strong, determined, yet vulnerable, and his perfect match.
While a love story, this is a dark read with juicy perversive themes and kinkiness I devoured — knife, blood, drugs. (Yaas!) Added to a subplot of mystery and alluring characters, and I was captivated. Excellent pace, there was never a dull moment. The symbolism, the ritual, the blood, pain and pleasure were striking, compelling, a collective stamp on my psyche to which I become a willing servant to the hedonism. The steam level was immeasurable, off the charts, blazing fire.
In effect, this story was amazing, a favorite. The feelings it elicited were incomparable, from the grittiness and sensuality, to the mystery, the excitement of anticipation to the trepidation from not wanting it to end. The story, the caliber of writing, the characters, particularly the main characters: I was there, superimposed, living their lives, feeling their emotions in full, augmented reality. My little soul vibrated to the rhythm of pounding blood, my heartbeat aflutter. A truly arresting read. I want more in this world.
July 14, 2021
Song of Tenebrae is book 1 in the Sacrificial Lambs series. I do not recommend reading this until you have read the novella Sing me a Song.
This series follows the group "Deluge" and in this story we follow Raiden James and his obsession with Tempest Skeigh and it is 12 months since they left the island.
Tempest is full of anger and pain while she plots out her revenge for Raiden. When Raiden finally comes for her the lines start to blur between love and hate.
I was hesitant going into this book as I really detested Raiden in the novella however as usual Chrissy had me hooked from the first few pages. This was a thrilling, dark, twisted and full of steam story and I loved these two together and I can't wait to read about the rest of the "Deluge" brothers and how they claim their women.
This series follows the group "Deluge" and in this story we follow Raiden James and his obsession with Tempest Skeigh and it is 12 months since they left the island.
Tempest is full of anger and pain while she plots out her revenge for Raiden. When Raiden finally comes for her the lines start to blur between love and hate.
I was hesitant going into this book as I really detested Raiden in the novella however as usual Chrissy had me hooked from the first few pages. This was a thrilling, dark, twisted and full of steam story and I loved these two together and I can't wait to read about the rest of the "Deluge" brothers and how they claim their women.
July 27, 2021
I loved the prequel, Sing Me a SongSing Me A Song, and up until the epilogue, I felt the same about Song of Tenebrae. Throughout the latter half of the book, I could feel it building to a cliffhanger and I was okay with that, but the epilogue felt like a pause more than a hanger and didn't leave me itching to read the next instalment. I will, of course, but I didn't get that feeling of urgency, of wanting to scream and shout and rail at the author because they'd left off like that. I feel no need to mark the release date in my calendar and pre-order to make sure I can get to it straight away, which is a shame because it really is a well-crafted world and mystery. Having heard from the author (in the comments below) I can understand why the story ends like this (it's making way for the next duo's tale) but it's not the ending I would've chosen.
Despite that, Song of Tenebrae is incredibly well written and it's amazing to see how Tempest and Raiden grow over the course of the story and how their relationship evolves. I really enjoyed the mystery side of things and want to hear more about Incognitus and their story. I'm curious to see where the story goes from here, but I'm just not itching to find out like I was before.
Despite that, Song of Tenebrae is incredibly well written and it's amazing to see how Tempest and Raiden grow over the course of the story and how their relationship evolves. I really enjoyed the mystery side of things and want to hear more about Incognitus and their story. I'm curious to see where the story goes from here, but I'm just not itching to find out like I was before.
July 26, 2021
Book one in the Sacrificial Lambs series is best read after the novella because it picks backup where that ends.
My girl does it yet again, always giving me what I didn’t know I needed.
I love everything about this series. Secret societies, damaged characters, steam that is hot enough to light your kindle on fire and make you blush if you read it in front of someone else.
Tempest is my girl. I love that she doesn’t lie to herself about her feelings. She used her brains and got her stuff together for her and her girls and I love that. When she’s back in the arms of the man she wants to kill, she sees him for what he is.
Raiden, mmmm Raiden is hardcore IDGAF about you or anything you want. But my dude, he has a soft spot for his demon. I love what Tempest does to Raiden. And I love when he tells her, she helped him find his humanity. Like if that isn’t a profession of love IDK what is.
Recommended for all those that love the dark, trigger filled reads that have a HEA.
As always, read responsibly.
My girl does it yet again, always giving me what I didn’t know I needed.
I love everything about this series. Secret societies, damaged characters, steam that is hot enough to light your kindle on fire and make you blush if you read it in front of someone else.
Tempest is my girl. I love that she doesn’t lie to herself about her feelings. She used her brains and got her stuff together for her and her girls and I love that. When she’s back in the arms of the man she wants to kill, she sees him for what he is.
Raiden, mmmm Raiden is hardcore IDGAF about you or anything you want. But my dude, he has a soft spot for his demon. I love what Tempest does to Raiden. And I love when he tells her, she helped him find his humanity. Like if that isn’t a profession of love IDK what is.
Recommended for all those that love the dark, trigger filled reads that have a HEA.
As always, read responsibly.
July 28, 2021
Excuse me while I build a shrine for the queen CA Rene.
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When I say I love this authors books I mean I’m obsessed beyond reason. I have recommended her books to anyone who will listen and now there is another to add to the list!
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I swear her books get better and better. Sing for me blew me away and for that to be a preview? Book 1 definitely lived up to the level and then surpassed from that. Rene has a way of drawing you in from the first page. She truly is amazing at how she articulates her books in a way that leave them memorable and like you have experienced something life altering. It’s a real gift when an authors work has such an impact and Rene is no exception. Unbelievable characters with so much complexity and depth. The dynamics and banter feel authentic and real. You definitely go through a whirlwind of emotions with these characters and it makes the read a whole lot better. The highs and lows make for a unique experience. You don’t simply just read this book, you experience it and it’s amazing.
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I wouldn’t say that this book is for everyone because there are somethings people may not enjoy with this book so please read warnings carefully and to each their own but for those of us who like it dark, twisted, intense, and straight up what the hell? Then by all means you will love this. Amazing plot. Even with the twists and mystery it was easy to follow and so explicit in detail.
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A smash hit for CA Rene but I wasn’t expecting anything less. Such a masterpiece I’m intrigued to see where she goes next with this series.
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When I say I love this authors books I mean I’m obsessed beyond reason. I have recommended her books to anyone who will listen and now there is another to add to the list!
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I swear her books get better and better. Sing for me blew me away and for that to be a preview? Book 1 definitely lived up to the level and then surpassed from that. Rene has a way of drawing you in from the first page. She truly is amazing at how she articulates her books in a way that leave them memorable and like you have experienced something life altering. It’s a real gift when an authors work has such an impact and Rene is no exception. Unbelievable characters with so much complexity and depth. The dynamics and banter feel authentic and real. You definitely go through a whirlwind of emotions with these characters and it makes the read a whole lot better. The highs and lows make for a unique experience. You don’t simply just read this book, you experience it and it’s amazing.
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I wouldn’t say that this book is for everyone because there are somethings people may not enjoy with this book so please read warnings carefully and to each their own but for those of us who like it dark, twisted, intense, and straight up what the hell? Then by all means you will love this. Amazing plot. Even with the twists and mystery it was easy to follow and so explicit in detail.
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A smash hit for CA Rene but I wasn’t expecting anything less. Such a masterpiece I’m intrigued to see where she goes next with this series.
July 27, 2021
This was one dark twisted and bloody story that left me speechless ! I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough this story is dark it’s twisted and so fucking bloody and it’s very obvious that Raiden and Tempest are made for each other I don’t even know what to say this author has left me speechless and wanting more . More of her twisted words her depraved characters her darkness is next level in this one! Definitely a must read!
July 28, 2021
This series just keeps getting better and better! This story is dark, gritty, has all the angst and so much steam 🥵 i adore Raiden and Tempest🖤
July 17, 2021
“There’s a fine line between love and hate,” —Sky
What an exhilarating read, filled with so much excitement and darkness twirled into a beautifully dark romance story. C.A. has yet again continuously fascinates me with her ability to grasp the readers attention, making me feel like I was in the basement with the characters.
“This has nothing to do with love and hate, it’s about fate and purpose.” —Raiden
Raiden’s character was so hot, so tempting to read about, making me want to sacrifice Tempest to have my chance with such a dark soul and find enjoyment in this world of chaos. He’s so attentive to her needs, even if he fails to show how deep his feelings are initially, but once he does, all cards come off the table and the games (and excitement) began.
“I want you to take me to bed and cut me open, I want to sing you a song.” -Tempest
Tempest character was filled with so much rage and desire for Raiden. She is the epitome of a demon, not thinking twice about her actions nor the consequences. She has a hunger for blood and her disposition of a soldier that kills first, asks questions later. Though she begins full of anger and revenge, her heart goes where expected.
“That’s what happens when a witch casts a spell with her pussy, its tendrils of desire work up through you until your heart is entirely encased in its grasp, and then it squeezes until there’s nothing left.” -Incognitos
Raiden and Tempest are perfect together, made for one another as their demeanors and personality go hand in hand. Their story was filled with so much steam and hot, passionate scenes filled with intimacy and desire. The emotions flowing through their veins will leave you feeling lustful desires. C.A. has once again delivered an amazingly written story filled with darkness and desire, leaving me craving more!
What an exhilarating read, filled with so much excitement and darkness twirled into a beautifully dark romance story. C.A. has yet again continuously fascinates me with her ability to grasp the readers attention, making me feel like I was in the basement with the characters.
“This has nothing to do with love and hate, it’s about fate and purpose.” —Raiden
Raiden’s character was so hot, so tempting to read about, making me want to sacrifice Tempest to have my chance with such a dark soul and find enjoyment in this world of chaos. He’s so attentive to her needs, even if he fails to show how deep his feelings are initially, but once he does, all cards come off the table and the games (and excitement) began.
“I want you to take me to bed and cut me open, I want to sing you a song.” -Tempest
Tempest character was filled with so much rage and desire for Raiden. She is the epitome of a demon, not thinking twice about her actions nor the consequences. She has a hunger for blood and her disposition of a soldier that kills first, asks questions later. Though she begins full of anger and revenge, her heart goes where expected.
“That’s what happens when a witch casts a spell with her pussy, its tendrils of desire work up through you until your heart is entirely encased in its grasp, and then it squeezes until there’s nothing left.” -Incognitos
Raiden and Tempest are perfect together, made for one another as their demeanors and personality go hand in hand. Their story was filled with so much steam and hot, passionate scenes filled with intimacy and desire. The emotions flowing through their veins will leave you feeling lustful desires. C.A. has once again delivered an amazingly written story filled with darkness and desire, leaving me craving more!
July 27, 2021
Me before this book: “I am not into that stuff” and “I will never read anything like THAT”.
*9 chapters in*
WHAT THE H-
THAT SCENE WAS HOT!!!
I said it on my IG stories, and I am saying it again: I AM DISTURBED by my own reaction to some of the things that happened. But they were bloody fire so…
*fast forward*
Then we’ve got Incognitus. A new POV. My personal weakness. I mean Raiden and Tempest were twisted than ever and everything that I loved about them since Sing Me a Song… But oh my, this guy, he’s what my dark and messed up desires are made of. The mystery surrounding his character (you think you know who he is, but the author has a way to throw you of...) and the psycho vibes came with perfect execution. I was devouring his parts. Deffo a favourite of mine!
*263 pages later*
Even though I had two weeks to process, the fact that I didn’t feel like our main leads reached the finish line – that Song of Tenebrae was their conclusion – still lingers. And there are two reasons to “why” that I won’t include in my “review” because of spoilers… Let’s just say it might be a me problem.
Otherwise, the entire book is a feast of blood and steam. C. A. Rene masters the dark romance genre. And I am really looking forward to the next couple.
*9 chapters in*
WHAT THE H-
THAT SCENE WAS HOT!!!
I said it on my IG stories, and I am saying it again: I AM DISTURBED by my own reaction to some of the things that happened. But they were bloody fire so…
*fast forward*
Then we’ve got Incognitus. A new POV. My personal weakness. I mean Raiden and Tempest were twisted than ever and everything that I loved about them since Sing Me a Song… But oh my, this guy, he’s what my dark and messed up desires are made of. The mystery surrounding his character (you think you know who he is, but the author has a way to throw you of...) and the psycho vibes came with perfect execution. I was devouring his parts. Deffo a favourite of mine!
*263 pages later*
Even though I had two weeks to process, the fact that I didn’t feel like our main leads reached the finish line – that Song of Tenebrae was their conclusion – still lingers. And there are two reasons to “why” that I won’t include in my “review” because of spoilers… Let’s just say it might be a me problem.
Otherwise, the entire book is a feast of blood and steam. C. A. Rene masters the dark romance genre. And I am really looking forward to the next couple.
July 28, 2021
To understand Song of Tenebrae, you need to read the novella Sing Me a Song first, which left me dying for more and C.A. Rene got me speechless and did not disappoint with this book.
It has been a while since a book has put me on edge the way Song of Tenebrae did. This book is dark, bloody, twisted and steamy, full of mystery, suspense, and twists that kept me turning page after page dying to know what will happen next.
Tempest is someone we can say has been through hell and back, she has embraced her darkness, and for a year, she has calculated every one of her steps to get the revenge she craves; Tempest knows sooner than later Raiden will be back, and she is ready to make him pay. However, once Temptest gets the opportunity, she realises not everything in her plan is black and white and as easy as she thought.
Raiden knows he can't stay away from Tempest forever; he wants her now more than ever and has been watching her from the shadows. Raiden knows his feelings have changed, Tempest awakes something in him no other person can, and he will do whatever it takes to protect and keep Tempest safe, or as he calls her, his Demon, but the danger is lurking closer than he can imagine.
Tempest & Raiden are the epitomai of there is a fine line between love and hate. Tempest & Raiden are both broken, but even the broken ones can find the perfect match, and that is what they are for each other. They have a chemistry and connection they would not be able to have with anyone else; their relationship is far from a smooth journey, but there was a lot of growth in this book that shows us they are perfect together.
If you are a lover of Dark Romance like I am, then this book is for you. This book is not for the faint of heart, so please read the trigger warning carefully before jumping in. I can't wait to get more of this series; I'm sure C.A. Rene will blow my mind again.
July 22, 2021
Song of Tenebrae is the second book in the Sacrificial Lambs series, and follows the story of Tempest Skeigh Verona and Raiden James. We read about them in the Sing me a Song short novella, which was a prologue to the whole story, so if you didn't read that yet, you should do it. Tempest now is out of the cult's hands but still resents Raiden for what happened to her in Dominica, so she has now her own night club and tries to lure him in, but little does she know that Raiden is already watching her, to ensure that she is safe but also because he has some unfinished business with her.
Their story is kind of roller-coaster, maybe not so crazy, but still, there are some twists and stuff happening which we're keeping me on edge.
I was looking forward to read more about a Tempest and Raiden, because Sing me a Song was a favorite of mine, but this book wasn't so great for me. I felt that it was quite slow in the beginning and then when it started to pick up I founded quite rushed, and also the ending was a little bit rushed. I would have liked to read more about Tempest and Raiden relationship, but the story was focused a little bit more on the cult side of business.
It was a good read still, it left me with some questions, which hopefully will be answered in the next book, which will be Hail and Sky's story. Hopefully Tempest and Raiden will make an appearance in there too.
Their story is kind of roller-coaster, maybe not so crazy, but still, there are some twists and stuff happening which we're keeping me on edge.
I was looking forward to read more about a Tempest and Raiden, because Sing me a Song was a favorite of mine, but this book wasn't so great for me. I felt that it was quite slow in the beginning and then when it started to pick up I founded quite rushed, and also the ending was a little bit rushed. I would have liked to read more about Tempest and Raiden relationship, but the story was focused a little bit more on the cult side of business.
It was a good read still, it left me with some questions, which hopefully will be answered in the next book, which will be Hail and Sky's story. Hopefully Tempest and Raiden will make an appearance in there too.
July 27, 2021
Brilliantly Bloody and Thrilling!
WOW! Talk about a story that literally sucks you in right from the very first page, keeping you completely hooked on the story, eventually devouring it in one sitting, and then being left begging this phenomenal author for more! I freaking loved this dark, bloody, suspenseful, thrilling and down right steamy story! It was one hell of a rollercoaster ride that I want more of.
Tempest is a phenomenal character. She’s fierce and not going to hide away and wallow in hurt – NO – she is going to flaunt her pain for everyone to see and tease the beast that tried to break her.
Raiden is that beast and after having one taste of Tempest he wants more. He can’t stay away no matter how hard he tries. Their destructive souls are tethered through past events and there is a continual pull of their souls to be together. Their whirlwind relationship is bloody, wickedly depraved and filled with chaos.
Raiden and Tempest have this otherworldly connection that is undeniable and highly explosive. Their sexual chemistry is raw and unbridled. The buildup and anticipation of these two colliding had me on edge, biting my nails, waiting for them to explode. Everything about them was thrilling and entertaining to read and kept me squirming in my seat.
Brilliantly written with complex and completely flawed characters that you can’t help but love, and a storyline that comes to life on the page and is riddled with darkness, suspense, danger and delicious acts of depravity that sing to my wicked black heart!
I can’t wait for more from this phenomenal world.
WOW! Talk about a story that literally sucks you in right from the very first page, keeping you completely hooked on the story, eventually devouring it in one sitting, and then being left begging this phenomenal author for more! I freaking loved this dark, bloody, suspenseful, thrilling and down right steamy story! It was one hell of a rollercoaster ride that I want more of.
Tempest is a phenomenal character. She’s fierce and not going to hide away and wallow in hurt – NO – she is going to flaunt her pain for everyone to see and tease the beast that tried to break her.
Raiden is that beast and after having one taste of Tempest he wants more. He can’t stay away no matter how hard he tries. Their destructive souls are tethered through past events and there is a continual pull of their souls to be together. Their whirlwind relationship is bloody, wickedly depraved and filled with chaos.
Raiden and Tempest have this otherworldly connection that is undeniable and highly explosive. Their sexual chemistry is raw and unbridled. The buildup and anticipation of these two colliding had me on edge, biting my nails, waiting for them to explode. Everything about them was thrilling and entertaining to read and kept me squirming in my seat.
Brilliantly written with complex and completely flawed characters that you can’t help but love, and a storyline that comes to life on the page and is riddled with darkness, suspense, danger and delicious acts of depravity that sing to my wicked black heart!
I can’t wait for more from this phenomenal world.
July 29, 2021
This was the perfect continuation of the prequel. I love that we learned more about Raiden and Tempest and we got to see their relationship evolve into what happened at the conclusion. It was dark but it worked for them. This wasn’t just about them though we saw his brothers and her friends go through the struggles as well. There is also an overall bit of mystery that still isn’t solved but we know a little bit of it. I really love that this concluded their story and that the next book will focus on another brother and his story. I would love to delve more into their minds, their history and reasons for their actions.
The author always does a great job of bringing you into the story and captivating you with the struggles and actions of her characters. She shows the darker side but also the connections of human emotions. This book probably isn’t for the faint of heart but it really isn’t the darkest book I have read. I thought it flowed well and, obviously, the premise was dark but it was a good read. I really liked that there wasn’t really any lull in the storytelling, it was a steady stream of reveals, action and development of the plot so it was an easy read.
The author always does a great job of bringing you into the story and captivating you with the struggles and actions of her characters. She shows the darker side but also the connections of human emotions. This book probably isn’t for the faint of heart but it really isn’t the darkest book I have read. I thought it flowed well and, obviously, the premise was dark but it was a good read. I really liked that there wasn’t really any lull in the storytelling, it was a steady stream of reveals, action and development of the plot so it was an easy read.
July 28, 2021
This series is my new favorite from this author!
Song of Tenebrae continues the story of Raiden and Tempest and you should definitely read Sing Me a Song novella first.
She wants to kill him, and he’s coming back for her to make her his forever.
Tempest is determined to get her revange for everything she’s been through during Raiden’s birthday celebration one year ago.
Raiden is still keeping an eye on her ensuring she’s safe from Elders. Being sucked back into Raiden’s world, she soon realized there’s a thin line between love and hate.
I absolutely loved everything about this book! Dark, bloody and twisted is CA Rene’s speciality and this book more than showed that!
Raiden and Tempest were so intense together. They are both damaged, but in each other they found their perfect match.
Their road to hea is filled with blood and sacrifices and deliciously kinky scenes.
And there’s also a side of mystery to keep you turning pages.
I couldn’t devour this fast enough but I also didn’t want their story to end!
The ending left some things open and I’m dying to find out if my hunch is right! The next book cannot come soon enough!
Song of Tenebrae continues the story of Raiden and Tempest and you should definitely read Sing Me a Song novella first.
She wants to kill him, and he’s coming back for her to make her his forever.
Tempest is determined to get her revange for everything she’s been through during Raiden’s birthday celebration one year ago.
Raiden is still keeping an eye on her ensuring she’s safe from Elders. Being sucked back into Raiden’s world, she soon realized there’s a thin line between love and hate.
I absolutely loved everything about this book! Dark, bloody and twisted is CA Rene’s speciality and this book more than showed that!
Raiden and Tempest were so intense together. They are both damaged, but in each other they found their perfect match.
Their road to hea is filled with blood and sacrifices and deliciously kinky scenes.
And there’s also a side of mystery to keep you turning pages.
I couldn’t devour this fast enough but I also didn’t want their story to end!
The ending left some things open and I’m dying to find out if my hunch is right! The next book cannot come soon enough!
July 19, 2021
C.A. Rene has a way of taking the dark and twisted to a whole other level! Which is exactly what she did in Song of Tenebrae. This is one of those stories where I seriously hated our MMC going in but damn if my mind wasn’t changed by the end of the book. Lets face it these two were definitely made for one another but the road in getting there was rocky AF. This book is dark not gray let me repeat there is no gray area here. You get dark, you get twisted, and you get a whole lot of blood. C.A. Rene and her writing not only her characters but their stories in this deliciously dark and twisted way that leaves you begging for more and this one was no exception. I cant sing this author’s praises enough she is amazing and a definite must read!
July 22, 2021
I love a dark romance, I really do and this book filled my little black heart to the brim. There is so much going on in this book, I feel like I should list the tropes. Age gap, rockstar, knife play, dub con, stalking, torture, satanic cult, oh and mates! Tempest is the heroine and she has lived through enough bad stuff in her life, after the events of a year ago, she has changed and also become more reckless. Raiden is the ultimate bad guy, oh and also the "hero" in this second book in the series. He is very much the anti-hero. I can't say too much more about the plot of the story, because spoilers! I love escapism in my reading material and this book delivered. There is no cliffhanger at the end of the book but there are definitely lots of unanswered questions, which only drives my anticipation higher to see what happens next.
July 27, 2021
Okay guys, C.A. Rene can write the hell out of a good dark and depraved romance and Song of Tenebrae is no different.
After the events of Sing Me A Song, Tempest swears she wants to kill Raiden which, let’s be honest, is totally understandable. I mean I’ll love him forever but dude is not a good guy. Which is my favorite kind of MMC.
He’s not ashamed of what he did, which surprisingly really worked for me. And without going into spoilers, in the end you feel like they can really move past what happened.
This book has suspense and just leaves you with even more questions but in the best way! I can’t wait for more of Raiden and his bandmates and Tempest is one of my favorite heroines.
And there is a spicy scene that I was so unprepared for that shook me to be honest. And I don’t run into spice I haven’t seen very often so If you read it for no other reason, read it because of that. 😂
Anyway y’all, this book is out 7/27 so go get it but don’t forget to read Sing Me A Song first and don’t forget to read trigger warnings!
After the events of Sing Me A Song, Tempest swears she wants to kill Raiden which, let’s be honest, is totally understandable. I mean I’ll love him forever but dude is not a good guy. Which is my favorite kind of MMC.
He’s not ashamed of what he did, which surprisingly really worked for me. And without going into spoilers, in the end you feel like they can really move past what happened.
This book has suspense and just leaves you with even more questions but in the best way! I can’t wait for more of Raiden and his bandmates and Tempest is one of my favorite heroines.
And there is a spicy scene that I was so unprepared for that shook me to be honest. And I don’t run into spice I haven’t seen very often so If you read it for no other reason, read it because of that. 😂
Anyway y’all, this book is out 7/27 so go get it but don’t forget to read Sing Me A Song first and don’t forget to read trigger warnings!
July 22, 2021
Wow is all I can say after reading this and damn that ending😳 I think I was holding my breath while reading this and flipping pages, because Raidon and Deluge are back and this time he's come back for her the only thing on Tempest's mind though is retribution, but someone else has plans of their own. Her writing is so amazing as you read each book of hers she always leaves you craving wanting more. I loved the prequel to this book and couldn't wait to read it and boy was this on a whole other level.
Now I have to wait for the next and if I know Chrissy she's working like a demon possessed to get it out.
It's definitely a must read.
Now I have to wait for the next and if I know Chrissy she's working like a demon possessed to get it out.
It's definitely a must read.
July 26, 2021
Twisted, dark, and delicious. I started this as soon as I finished the novella, and I was completely entranced. Heed the trigger warnings in this story, this is not a fairytale.
This was book 1 and it picks up almost a year after the novella. Tempest wants revenge for what happened last year. She opens her clubs and sets herself up to easily be found, so she can enact that revenge. She holds so much righteous anger for Raiden and the boys of Deluge.
Raiden is the leader and he’s trying to stay one step ahead of the Illuminati, while keeping his brothers and his demon safe. He feels a call to Tempest’s soul, and he’ll do anything to own her. Including kidnapping her, and dragging her back into his life.
I loved this story and I can’t wait to read more of this series. C.A. Rene always test my comfort level, and this series was no different. I can’t wait for the other boys to find their mates, and to find out who Incognitus is.
This was book 1 and it picks up almost a year after the novella. Tempest wants revenge for what happened last year. She opens her clubs and sets herself up to easily be found, so she can enact that revenge. She holds so much righteous anger for Raiden and the boys of Deluge.
Raiden is the leader and he’s trying to stay one step ahead of the Illuminati, while keeping his brothers and his demon safe. He feels a call to Tempest’s soul, and he’ll do anything to own her. Including kidnapping her, and dragging her back into his life.
I loved this story and I can’t wait to read more of this series. C.A. Rene always test my comfort level, and this series was no different. I can’t wait for the other boys to find their mates, and to find out who Incognitus is.
August 1, 2021
If dark, bloody, frightening romance is your thing, you will love this!!
C.A. I adore you. This book changed me in ways I haven't even figured out yet. The love, obsession , and passion between Raiden and Tempest is addictive. I know I was holding my breath through large parts of this book. The main question left unanswered makes me feel stabby. This series has gone to the top of my favorites. And no matter how stabby I feel, I still think C.A. is magnificent!
C.A. I adore you. This book changed me in ways I haven't even figured out yet. The love, obsession , and passion between Raiden and Tempest is addictive. I know I was holding my breath through large parts of this book. The main question left unanswered makes me feel stabby. This series has gone to the top of my favorites. And no matter how stabby I feel, I still think C.A. is magnificent!
January 2, 2023
Please read Sing Me A Song before starting this book.
In Song of Tenebrae it’s now one year later.
Tempest does everything she can to draw out Raiden.
And Raiden is closer than she thinks.
“The air around us changes, our souls pushing against our barriers, and trying to break through our skin to taste one another.”
The bond between Raiden and Tempest is not your typical relationship.
Theirs is forged in blood and pain.
They thrive on what most would find ghastly.
Their connection is solidified in the abhorrent.
And their love intensifies in the gore.
This couple is one of the most twisted and complex I’ve come across.
But they fascinate me to no end.
I’m consumed by them. And the ties that bind them.
Ms. Rene once again pulls no punches here.
She’s descriptive and vivid and leaves nothing to the imagination.
And my dark heart absolutely loved every minute reading this twist love story.
Along with all the blood shedding, willing and unwilling, I was on the edge of my seat with the intrigue and mystery going on. My mind going crazy trying to figure out what’s going on and who’s behind the chaos. And wondering if the brothers are backstabbing.
Such a gripping book and I was consumed and enthralled from beginning to end.
Yes bring on A Verse for Caelum!
In Song of Tenebrae it’s now one year later.
Tempest does everything she can to draw out Raiden.
And Raiden is closer than she thinks.
“The air around us changes, our souls pushing against our barriers, and trying to break through our skin to taste one another.”
The bond between Raiden and Tempest is not your typical relationship.
Theirs is forged in blood and pain.
They thrive on what most would find ghastly.
Their connection is solidified in the abhorrent.
And their love intensifies in the gore.
This couple is one of the most twisted and complex I’ve come across.
But they fascinate me to no end.
I’m consumed by them. And the ties that bind them.
Ms. Rene once again pulls no punches here.
She’s descriptive and vivid and leaves nothing to the imagination.
And my dark heart absolutely loved every minute reading this twist love story.
Along with all the blood shedding, willing and unwilling, I was on the edge of my seat with the intrigue and mystery going on. My mind going crazy trying to figure out what’s going on and who’s behind the chaos. And wondering if the brothers are backstabbing.
Such a gripping book and I was consumed and enthralled from beginning to end.
Yes bring on A Verse for Caelum!
July 19, 2021
Wow!! Dark, twisted but amazing!!!Tempest wants nothing more but to avenge her past. Raiden wants to keep Tempest safe from the elders. When things come crushing down will they achieve what they are set out to do? Will they face obstacles? Wow
July 19, 2021
This is book 2 in He Sacrificial Lambs Series. This is a multi POV with Tempest, Raider, and Incognitus.
This story takes place a year after sing me a song came to an end. Tempest is going through all the motions of healing and planning for her future vengeance. She’s angry and she has to come to terms with everything that happened to her. Emotions are high and she must learn to embrace her darkness before it swallows her whole all the while protecting her girls from the same fate.
I love this story. You get to see the dynamics of each character and where their true intentions lay. That’s one of the great ways that @ca Rene writes. While the story is told in the main characters POV you also get to see the other characters and get to know them right along with the mains.
I’m on the fence about a certain member of this series but I have a feeling I’ll love him too. There are questions still left in the air of who is responsible for working with the elders and I can’t wait for the next book!
This story takes place a year after sing me a song came to an end. Tempest is going through all the motions of healing and planning for her future vengeance. She’s angry and she has to come to terms with everything that happened to her. Emotions are high and she must learn to embrace her darkness before it swallows her whole all the while protecting her girls from the same fate.
I love this story. You get to see the dynamics of each character and where their true intentions lay. That’s one of the great ways that @ca Rene writes. While the story is told in the main characters POV you also get to see the other characters and get to know them right along with the mains.
I’m on the fence about a certain member of this series but I have a feeling I’ll love him too. There are questions still left in the air of who is responsible for working with the elders and I can’t wait for the next book!
August 4, 2021
⚠️Trigger Warning⚠️
This book is very dark. I'm still asking myself wtf did I just read. Read with caution if you have any triggers.
With that being said I LOVED this book. I thought Sing Me A Song was crazy, but this was a while new level. It is like none other I've read before, but my little black heart adores Tempest and Raiden.
"There is a fine line between love and hate."
I've never felt that saying to as true as it is for them. Song if Tenebrae picks up one year after Sing Me A Song. Tempest is out for revenge. Raiden is working through these feelings he has for her while trying to keep his family together and happy.
On top of everything else Tempest has already been through, they are now all facing new and dangerous threats. The book ended way too soon.
I'm dying to know if Tempest and Raiden can handle the elders, if the others will get past their reservations of being together, and if Torrent will find someone to make him happy. I'm excited for the next book and the next level of depravity I am sure it will bring.
This book is very dark. I'm still asking myself wtf did I just read. Read with caution if you have any triggers.
With that being said I LOVED this book. I thought Sing Me A Song was crazy, but this was a while new level. It is like none other I've read before, but my little black heart adores Tempest and Raiden.
"There is a fine line between love and hate."
I've never felt that saying to as true as it is for them. Song if Tenebrae picks up one year after Sing Me A Song. Tempest is out for revenge. Raiden is working through these feelings he has for her while trying to keep his family together and happy.
On top of everything else Tempest has already been through, they are now all facing new and dangerous threats. The book ended way too soon.
I'm dying to know if Tempest and Raiden can handle the elders, if the others will get past their reservations of being together, and if Torrent will find someone to make him happy. I'm excited for the next book and the next level of depravity I am sure it will bring.
July 13, 2021
“Shallow cuts heal, it’s the ones that pierce your soul that last forever.”
This book follows Raiden and Tempest just one year after that fateful trip. Tempest is now in Vegas and seems to be doing ok. And by ok, I mean completely obsessing over Raiden, embracing her inner darkness and vowing to kill Raiden at every turn. She’s definitely changed a lot after that trip. The story of Raiden and Tempest is not one for the Hallmark movies. It’s dark and twisty. Filled with pain and pleasure and they revel in blood. Lots of blood. Their path to each other has been paved with seedy and deplorable acts of human sacrifice on his part, the dark background filled with drugs to get through the day on her part. But when they find their way to love, it’s nothing short of a miracle. No one would love Tempest more than Raiden and no one could love Raiden other than Tempest. It’s a match made in demonic hell. They were meant to be together. Once again, I’m left speechless. CA Rene really knows how to weave a dark and stormy tale. This is shockingly the conclusion to Raiden and Tempest’s story but it is not the end. I’m looking forward to Hail and Sky’s story.
This book follows Raiden and Tempest just one year after that fateful trip. Tempest is now in Vegas and seems to be doing ok. And by ok, I mean completely obsessing over Raiden, embracing her inner darkness and vowing to kill Raiden at every turn. She’s definitely changed a lot after that trip. The story of Raiden and Tempest is not one for the Hallmark movies. It’s dark and twisty. Filled with pain and pleasure and they revel in blood. Lots of blood. Their path to each other has been paved with seedy and deplorable acts of human sacrifice on his part, the dark background filled with drugs to get through the day on her part. But when they find their way to love, it’s nothing short of a miracle. No one would love Tempest more than Raiden and no one could love Raiden other than Tempest. It’s a match made in demonic hell. They were meant to be together. Once again, I’m left speechless. CA Rene really knows how to weave a dark and stormy tale. This is shockingly the conclusion to Raiden and Tempest’s story but it is not the end. I’m looking forward to Hail and Sky’s story.
August 6, 2021
Song of Tenebrae is the second book in CA Rene’s Sacrificial Lambs series. Sing Me a Song is the novella that started this series and should be read before this book.
This book picks up one year after we meet Tempest and Raiden. This book is a dark read so please heed all trigger warnings before starting. I loved all the dark, twisty, and blood that was involved in this story.
The plot was amazing, the chemistry between Tempest and Raiden was hot 🥵
I love CA’s writing and she didn’t disappoint me at all with this story. I can’t wait to read the next book and find out who’s story will be next.
I highly recommend this book
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Loved this book and can’t wait for the next!
This book picks up one year after we meet Tempest and Raiden. This book is a dark read so please heed all trigger warnings before starting. I loved all the dark, twisty, and blood that was involved in this story.
The plot was amazing, the chemistry between Tempest and Raiden was hot 🥵
I love CA’s writing and she didn’t disappoint me at all with this story. I can’t wait to read the next book and find out who’s story will be next.
I highly recommend this book
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Loved this book and can’t wait for the next!
July 29, 2021
I received an Advanced Reader Copy for an honest and voluntary review
WHOA 🤭🤯 C.A. René has blown my mind!! She’s a total master of writing darkness 🖤 C.A. really gives us a fantastic look into each of her characters psyches. I love that this book was written from multiple POVs!! It was interesting to go inside the dark mind of Raiden James!! The novella, Sing Me a Song, should definitely be read first!! That’s where Raiden James and Tempest Skeigh’s story really begins 💙 Side note: Tempest Skeigh is the coolest name ♥️ I love these two characters!! Tempest is so strong and Raiden is very troubled and complex. They are both very fascinating!!
This story starts 1 year after the events of Sing Me a Song. Tempest is trying to heal and get her plan for revenge into motion. Raiden is absolutely obsessed with Tempest, believing they are fated soulmates. He is watching from the shadows. Tempest has such conflicting emotions when it comes to Raiden. She hates him, but at the same time cares about him. Raiden isn’t the only one standing by in the shadows!! There are still dangerous people, from the cult, who want to get to Tempest…..
I VERY HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK 💙
WHOA 🤭🤯 C.A. René has blown my mind!! She’s a total master of writing darkness 🖤 C.A. really gives us a fantastic look into each of her characters psyches. I love that this book was written from multiple POVs!! It was interesting to go inside the dark mind of Raiden James!! The novella, Sing Me a Song, should definitely be read first!! That’s where Raiden James and Tempest Skeigh’s story really begins 💙 Side note: Tempest Skeigh is the coolest name ♥️ I love these two characters!! Tempest is so strong and Raiden is very troubled and complex. They are both very fascinating!!
This story starts 1 year after the events of Sing Me a Song. Tempest is trying to heal and get her plan for revenge into motion. Raiden is absolutely obsessed with Tempest, believing they are fated soulmates. He is watching from the shadows. Tempest has such conflicting emotions when it comes to Raiden. She hates him, but at the same time cares about him. Raiden isn’t the only one standing by in the shadows!! There are still dangerous people, from the cult, who want to get to Tempest…..
I VERY HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK 💙
August 3, 2021
Song Of Tenebrae by C.A. Rene is a dark romance. This is the second book in the Sacrificial Lambs series.
The book comes with a trigger warning "This novel contains incredibly detailed and very explicit scenes of sexual assault, torture, and murder. Scenes of gore and extreme violence. If you are triggered in any way by these, please do not read."
I absolutely love C.A.'s books! I was pulled in from the very beginning and couldn't wait to see what was going to happen next. The relationship between Raiden and Tempest is messed up but the chemistry between them is off the charts! I really enjoyed that we got Raiden, Tempest, and Incognitos points of view throughout the book. It really brought the story to life.
I can't wait for the next book in the series A Verse For Caelum to be released on February 15, 2022 so I can get Hail and Sky's story.
I would recommend this book if you like dark romances, erotic romances, or cult/Illuminati romances.
The book comes with a trigger warning "This novel contains incredibly detailed and very explicit scenes of sexual assault, torture, and murder. Scenes of gore and extreme violence. If you are triggered in any way by these, please do not read."
I absolutely love C.A.'s books! I was pulled in from the very beginning and couldn't wait to see what was going to happen next. The relationship between Raiden and Tempest is messed up but the chemistry between them is off the charts! I really enjoyed that we got Raiden, Tempest, and Incognitos points of view throughout the book. It really brought the story to life.
I can't wait for the next book in the series A Verse For Caelum to be released on February 15, 2022 so I can get Hail and Sky's story.
I would recommend this book if you like dark romances, erotic romances, or cult/Illuminati romances.
July 15, 2021
This author leaves you wanting, I don’t even know what for, just wanting more! Tempest is sucked back into Raidens world and things are not what they seem. Sacrifices are made and blood is spilled. We are left with secrets that have not been unveiled..Page turner that I could not put down!
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