The Secrets in the Shadows
11 parts Ongoing MatureShe's off-limits. He can't resist.
Elysia has always loathed Jesse, her brother Wyatt's brooding best friend. Since childhood, his sharp tongue and icy glare have been reserved solely for her. Now a freshman at Acadia College, Elysia finds herself navigating the typical college experience-classes, parties, and the occasional flirtation-all while trying to avoid the infuriating presence of Jesse.
But one night, a reckless decision at a frat party lands Elysia in a dangerous situation. When Jesse grabs her off the cold blood-soaked floor, she's left with more than just gratitude. Something shifts between them. The animosity that defined their relationship is overshadowed by an undeniable, scorching attraction.
Jesse, the quintessential bad boy with a motorcycle and a penchant for trouble, has always seen Elysia as his best friend's little sister-completely off-limits. But saving her life ignites a possessive desire he can no longer ignore. He needs her, craves her, and is determined to have her, consequences be damned.
Set against the backdrop of a close-knit South Dakota town dominated by Acadia College, their magnetic pull threatens to unravel long-standing loyalties and shatter the peace. As Elysia grapples with her growing feelings for the one man she loves to hate, she must decide if she can trust Jesse with her heart. But at what cost will their forbidden love come?
A steamy enemies-to-lovers romance, perfect for readers who crave intense chemistry, forbidden desire, and a touch of small-town drama.