Blackmere University is built on secrets. Ancient stone halls, whispered traditions, powerful families, and hidden societies most students never even know exist. So when a black envelope sealed in wax appears with your name on it, you know one thing—someone made a mistake. The Obsidian Circle does not choose outsiders. Yet somehow, they chose you. And your assigned mentor? Atticus Crowe. Cold. Brilliant. Untouchable. The kind of man who makes it painfully clear that proximity does not mean permission. Falling for Atticus Crowe was never part of the initiation. But the more time you spend with the man determined to keep you at arm’s length, the harder it becomes to ignore the dangerous secrets Blackmere was built to protect… and the even more dangerous feelings growing between you.