*COMPLETED* (Y.O.L.O stands for: YOU ONLY LIVE ONCE) *** Carter Jones, the school nerd, and Killian Henderson, the reputated troublemaker, somehow end up getting detention together. "How about we make a bet?" Offered Killian, his pistachio-green eyes drilling into mine as a playful smile lingered on his lips. "A bet?" I gulped, intimidated by how close he was sitting next to me. He nodded and raised four fingers, the ones with the letters "Y.O.L.O" tattooed on them, wriggling them in front of me with his ever-so-confident grin. "Four dares, Jones, just you and me." And that's how it all started. *** Rankings: #fiction #featured #queer #gay #depression #bl #youngadult #featured #comedy #bisexual #manxman #teen fiction #boyxboy #bxb #LGBT #romance Cover designed by Holly Thurston

❝I laid the groundwork and then saw a wide smirk on your face, you knew the entire time❞ JAMIE TARTTxOC [TED LASSO: SEASON 1-3]

It presents 48 principles or "laws" drawn from historical examples and literature that outline strategies for gaining and maintaining power in various situations. The laws cover aspects such as leadership, manipulation, strategy, and understanding human nature. Each law is illustrated with examples from history, politics, and business to demonstrate its application and effectiveness. The book is controversial and has been both praised for its insights into power dynamics and criticized for its Machiavellian approach to relationships and influence.