Overall Take:
I highly recommend it to anyone who loves a good mystery with a touch of romance. I can’t wait to see what RuNyx comes up with next!
Star Rating:
4 Stars
Genre:
Dark Academia
Synopsis
Salem Salazar arrives at Mortimer University determined to uncover the truth behind her sister’s mysterious death. As she delves into the dark secrets of the campus, she discovers a string of unexplained deaths and stumbles upon a secret society. Her investigation leads her to Cazimir van der Waal, a mysterious art student with a hidden agenda. Together, they find themselves entangled in a dangerous web of secrets, rivalries, and a powerful society that threatens their lives. In this steamy dark academia romance by RuNyx, sparks fly as Salem and Caz are forced to work together to survive and reveal the truth.
Thoughts:
I absolutely loved diving into Salem’s adventure at Mortimer University! From the moment she arrived to uncover the truth about her sister’s mysterious passing, I was hooked. I could totally feel her obsession with forensics and her determination to get to the bottom of the unexplained deaths on campus. Watching the relationship between Salem and Cazimir evolve from rivals to allies was both exciting and heartwarming. The mix of suspense, mystery, and steamy romance made this book an absolute page-turner for me. I loved how the author crafted such a dark and captivating atmosphere, making me feel like I was right there with Salem and Caz, facing the same dangers. This book was a rollercoaster of emotions, and I couldn’t put it down!
Publication Date:
April 29, 2025
Author:
RuNyx
Page Length:
463 pages
Thank you too:
Thank you to @brambleromance and @netgalley. All thoughts are my own.
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