In the world of Blackthorn University, nothing is as it seems. Beneath its towering spires and ivy-covered walls lies a web of secrets, deceit, and forbidden desires. Kael Veyra didn’t come to Blackthorn for romance—she came to escape. After a toxic breakup and a scandal that shattered her reputation, all she wants is a fresh start. But when she crosses paths with Draven Ashford—Blackthorn’s golden boy with a dangerous past—her plans for a quiet life quickly unravel. Draven is everything Kael despises: arrogant, untouchable, and far too attractive for his own good. Their rivalry is instant, their chemistry undeniable. But beneath the icy glares and sharp words, a different kind of tension brews—one that threatens to ignite into something neither of them is ready for. As Kael navigates the cutthroat world of Blackthorn, she finds herself drawn deeper into Draven’s world—a world of secret societies, deadly rivalries, and hidden wounds. When they’re forced together after a shocking turn of events, Kael must decide whether to keep her walls up or risk everything for the one person who might understand her. But old flames burn brighter in the dark, and with Kael’s toxic ex-boyfriend, Arian, lurking in the shadows, and Draven’s manipulative ex, Sera, scheming to drive them apart, the path to love is anything but smooth. In a world where power and betrayal go hand in hand, can Kael and Draven trust each other enough to let go of the past? Or will the secrets they’ve buried destroy them before they have a chance to bloom? "Hate That I Love You" is a dark, slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romance packed with forbidden tension, fiery banter, and heart-stopping twists. For readers who crave deep emotional intensity, dark academia vibes, and characters who set the pages on fire—this story will grip you from the very first page.