The Westlake Academy Series by Tami Payton

INTROI knew that he hated me, but I never thought he would try to kill me.Looking at me, you’d see a strong girl who can withstand anything, but you couldn’t be any more wrong. The whole world sees a picture-perfect family. But when I look at my father, I see a monster. One I can’t get away from, one that no one can keep me safe from.Then I meet Ryder. He becomes my safe haven. My protector. Everything I want but can’t have. But even he couldn’t stop what was to come... moreINTROI knew that he hated me, but I never thought he would try to kill me.Looking at me, you’d see a strong girl who can withstand anything, but you couldn’t be any more wrong. The whole world sees a picture-perfect family. But when I look at my father, I see a monster. One I can’t get away from, one that no one can keep me safe from.Then I meet Ryder. He becomes my safe haven. My protector. Everything I want but can’t have. But even he couldn’t stop what was to come. When my brother shows up, I’m forced to go live with him. To attend Westlake Academy.Then I meet them, the Knights. They’re the bad boys of the school. The ones I’ve been warned to stay away from. I have no intentions of interacting with The Knights, but apparently fate has other plans. Turns out the Knights have other plans for me as well.This book is the first in the series and ends in a cliffhanger. It is a fast burn contemporary RH. It contains extremely high sexual content. It also contains abusive and violent situations that may cause triggers for some. Due to content it may not be suitable for everyone. less

Senior year is supposed to be your best year of high school. Hanging out with friends, going to parties, and if you’re lucky enough, spending time with your first love. Yeah, I’ve never had luck on my side.It’s only a few months into my senior year and my life is hell. Literally. I’ve dealt with being kidnapped and threatened, along with the people that I love. It’s becoming too much for me and I feel it’s all my fault. I can’t handle anyone being in danger because of me... moreSenior year is supposed to be your best year of high school. Hanging out with friends, going to parties, and if you’re lucky enough, spending time with your first love. Yeah, I’ve never had luck on my side.It’s only a few months into my senior year and my life is hell. Literally. I’ve dealt with being kidnapped and threatened, along with the people that I love. It’s becoming too much for me and I feel it’s all my fault. I can’t handle anyone being in danger because of me. So I do the only thing I can think of… pull away from everyone.I don’t know what to do and the year has just begun.My Knights and I have become broken. The Princesses begin their role of ruling the school the moment an old enemy arrives.. Then the letters start to arrive again… My Sweetheart.This book is the second in the series and ends in a cliffhanger. It is a fast burn RH. It contains extremely high sexual content. It also contains some content such as cheating, kidnapping and violence that may cause triggers for some. Due to content it may not be suitable for everyone. less

Queen of Knights This is the lowest I’ve ever been. I no longer have my Knights. It’s just me and the monster that’s been waiting for me, and now that he has me, I can’t help but wonder what his plans are. My Knights are still fighting for me, but the monster refuses to surrender. It’s become an all-out war, and now that my father has joined the battle, I’m being dragged in all different directions. I was once labeled a Queen with my Knights by my side, but now I’m not so sure... moreQueen of Knights This is the lowest I’ve ever been. I no longer have my Knights. It’s just me and the monster that’s been waiting for me, and now that he has me, I can’t help but wonder what his plans are. My Knights are still fighting for me, but the monster refuses to surrender. It’s become an all-out war, and now that my father has joined the battle, I’m being dragged in all different directions. I was once labeled a Queen with my Knights by my side, but now I’m not so sure. Could I be a monster as well, not a damsel in need of rescue?One thing’s for sure—I wouldn’t have been given this life if I wasn’t strong enough to handle it. So whether it’s my Knights or the monster I need by my side, one way or another, I will come out on top. less