Pretty Vicious. The Order. Book One: Obey: A Southern Gothic Dark Academia Romance

Laurel just wanted to survive college, keep her father fed, and fly under the radar.

Delivering pizzas was supposed to be the safe kind of side hustle, until the night she witnesses a murder at Ashford House, the most elite and secretive fraternity on campus.

Now she’s a prisoner of The Order, a blood-bound society that controls everything from politics to police. They rule with ritual, obedience, and violence, and they’ve decided Laurel doesn’t get to leave.

At the center of it all is Carrson Ashford, heir to the powerful Ashford legacy.
Cold. Commanding. Infuriatingly magnetic.
Under the rules of The Order, he “bonds” her, marking Laurel as his.

Body. Mind. Soul.

But Laurel isn’t here to be claimed. Not without a fight.
To save her father and her future, Laurel must navigate a twisted realm of initiation rites, brutal secrets, and a bond that may destroy them both.

In this world, there’s one rule: obey or die.

But love doesn’t follow rules. And neither does Laurel.

Dark academia meets Southern Gothic in this emotionally intense, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, morally gray, twisted college romance filled with secrets, violence, and impossible love. Perfect for fans of Penelope Douglas, LJ Shen, Shantel Tessier, and Sierra Simone.

EARLY PRAISE FOR PRETTY VICIOUS
“Infinity stars! Truly. OBSESSED!” — Sarah P.,
“Pretty Vicious is hands down THE BEST Secret Society/College Dark Romance! I was giddy the whole way through.” — AmesChicReads,
“If you want possessive love, violence, and chemistry that could burn a city—this is it.” — Holly L.,

"Carrson just ruined me for all book boyfriends."–Nawel M.,
“The tension is dark, dangerous, and absolutely delicious.” — Dawn G.,
“The tension and secret-society vibes were strong. And the spice was DEFINITELY there. YUM!” — LatinaMom,
“He makes her stronger and she breaks down his walls.” — Amanda U.,
“The first and only book where I have literally kicked my feet and giggled!” — Justina,
“A mix of dark mystery, forbidden love, and danger that keeps your heart racing. I can’t stop thinking about it.” — Akku,
“Original, layered, and deeply atmospheric. This book balances darkness and softness SO well.” — Julie W.,
“Complex, flawed, magnetic characters… romantic, yes, but also full of teeth.” — Alisha H.,
“Devoured it in 24 hours and haven’t stopped thinking about it since. Easily one of my favorite reads of the year.” — Janeen T.,
“One of the best books I’ve read all year!” — Kaitlin S.,

“Forbidden romance, forced proximity, enemies to lovers—all wrapped up in a delicious bow.” — Stella G.,
“Dark, emotional, and addictive in the best way.” — Kaitlin K.,
"I could yap about this book for hours. I’m already telling everyone about it—and I can’t wait to force them to read it!” — Holly,
“A beautifully written, emotionally resonant, and utterly engaging story.” — Lily,
“A heroine who inspires you without even trying. I adored her resilience.” — Mandy S.,

“I would give it six stars if I could. Hit the nail on the head with everything I look for in a book.” — Sam T.,