Dear Reader – Tate James Dark academia meets enemies-to-lovers romance in Dear Reader, the first book in Tate James’s Devil’s Backbone series. When Ashley Layne arrives at an elite university on scholarship, she quickly discovers the campus is ruled by a secret society led by her powerful stepbrother and his friends. What begins as intimidation turns into a dangerous game filled with secrets, manipulation, and intense attraction. A fast-paced dark romance with suspense, mystery, and morally gray characters. Perfect for readers who enjoy secret societies, reverse-harem romance, and dramatic twists.