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What readers want to know
How spicy is Restitution?
It's 5 out of 5 on the Loracle heat scale (Scorching). Explicit scenes are a big part of the book.
Does Restitution have trigger warnings?
Yes. Readers flag 9 content warnings, including violence, murder and torture. The full list is below.
Is Restitution a standalone?
No. It's book 3 of The Edge of Darkness, so start with book 1.
Spice level
5 of 5 · Scorching
SweetClosed door
WarmFade to black
SpicyA few open-door scenes
SteamyFrequent and explicit
ScorchingVery explicit
Tropes
What's in it
Content warnings
Before you start
9 content warnings
About the book
The story
The Edge of Darkness finale follows a man consumed by revenge against the people who destroyed his life and took the woman he loves.
Series
The Edge of Darkness, in order
- 3Restitution2024 · You're here
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