Two years before the book's main timeline, Roman uncovers dark breadcrumbs indicating that the society he has spent his life preparing for is built on a mountain of corrupt lies. As he operates from the inside to find out the truth, he crosses paths with Hale Calloway. Hale is cold, calculated, and despises Roman's reckless, cocky demeanor on principle. However, as the mystery behind the Enclave deepens, the burning hatred and intense friction between them easily combusts into an unstoppable physical and emotional obsession. 👥 Character Breakdown Roman Mitchell
The Leighton U series offers a more traditional take on the genre.
Controlled, dominant, and notoriously strict with his personal rules. These Vile Secrets by CE Ricci
Beneath his playful exterior, Roman is deeply vulnerable, insecure, and heavily burdened by the constant disappointment of his family and lineage.
Enemies-to-lovers, secret society, billionaire/elite, forced proximity. Steam Level: Very high (explicit and plentiful). Tone: Dark, suspenseful, angsty, and intense. 🗝️ The Plot Premise Two years before the book's main timeline, Roman
These Vile Secrets by C.E. Ricci is a dark, MM (male/male) enemies-to-lovers contemporary romance. It serves as the gripping first installment in the planned Enclave series. Book Overview Roman Mitchell and Hale Calloway.
The River of Rain duet focuses on deep angst and complex family dynamics. However, as the mystery behind the Enclave deepens,
As a dark romance centered on a secretive and powerful organization, this story explores mature themes and intense situations. Readers should be aware of the following elements common to this genre: High-stakes power dynamics and interpersonal conflict.
