[PRE-ORDER] Ruthless Empire (Royal Elite, #6) by Rina Kent

Release Date: 10/27/2026

dark romance • enemies-to-lovers • bully romance • obsessive hero 

She is off-limits. He has no intention of staying away.

At Royal Elite School, obsession can be just as dangerous as hatred. Cole Nash knows exactly what he wants, and the beautiful, popular girl who has captured his attention is determined to resist him. Their attraction is tangled in resentment, power, and a dangerous push and pull where neither is willing to surrender.

The Vibe

Ruthless Empire delivers the unapologetically dark, intense atmosphere Rina Kent is known for. Cole is possessive, relentless, and morally complicated, while the heroine refuses to make things easy for him. Their relationship is fueled by hostility and undeniable chemistry, creating the kind of romance where every encounter feels like a battle for control.

Set within the elite and ruthless world of Royal Elite School, this is a story of obsession, power, secrets, and attraction. The romance leans heavily into darker themes and mature new adult territory, making it a strong choice for readers who enjoy anti-heroes, complicated dynamics, and romances that push boundaries.

For readers who crave dark high school romance, intense enemies-to-lovers energy, and a hero who is willing to cross every line to claim what he wants, Ruthless Empire brings the darkness in full force.

Tropes & Tags

• Dark romance
• New adult romance
• High school romance
• Bully romance
• Enemies-to-lovers
• Obsessive hero
  
• Anti-hero
• Intense chemistry
• Power dynamics
• Secrets and intrigue
• Elite school setting
• Mature themes

Books in Series (In Order)

• Cruel King, #0
• Deviant King, #1
• Steel Princess, #2
  
• Twisted Kingdom, #3
  
• Black Knight, #4
  
• Vicious Prince, #5
  
• Ruthless Empire, #6
  
• Royal Elite Epilogue, #7

Please note: This is a pre-order item and will not be available for pickup or shipment until the official release date. You’ll receive a notification as soon as your order is ready.