The Order of the Cronus Series by M.E. Clayton

Do secret societies really exist?The Order of the Cronus does, and as an organization that has stood the test of time, it made a person question what exactly it took to make something like that happen.StoneReputed to love a good confrontation, Stone Lexington was no stranger to always ending up the victor, no matter what it was that he wanted. Born into privilege, wealth, power, and status, Stone’s future had already been laid out for him since before he could walk... moreDo secret societies really exist?The Order of the Cronus does, and as an organization that has stood the test of time, it made a person question what exactly it took to make something like that happen.StoneReputed to love a good confrontation, Stone Lexington was no stranger to always ending up the victor, no matter what it was that he wanted. Born into privilege, wealth, power, and status, Stone’s future had already been laid out for him since before he could walk. More than capable of being one of the few men that ruled the world, Stone was more than ready for what awaited him next.With only one more year left at Hales University, all that Stone had to do was make it through his senior year without any scandals, drama, or disasters. Those requirements were a condition of his initiation into The Order of the Cronus, and the organization was very unforgiving when it came to mistakes. Only the best of the best would become members, something that Stone knew well.However, that was all before Rylee Madden came into the picture.RyleeWith her entire future ahead of her, Rylee Madden was ready to rock the hell out of her senior year at Hales University. Since Rylee’s parents were advocates for education, she’d always known that college would be a part of her future, Hales University being one of the best in the nation. Intelligent, driven, and a bit stubborn, Rylee had been raised to face every challenge that came her way.Prepared to make the most of her final year of college, Rylee had no complaints. Determined to make her parents proud, Rylee had it all in the bag. Between her best friend, the slew of gorgeous guys walking around campus, and the relief of knowing that her dreams were within reach, nothing could get her down. Like always, Rylee had it all under control.However, that was all before she found herself answering a mysterious text, changing her life forever.When secret societies really do exist…Stone Lexington had been prepared to do things his way, but when Rylee Madden slams into his life, everything changes, and The Order isn’t happy about it.Rylee Madden had not been prepared for Stone Lexington, or the madness that came with him, but no of that matters when she’s faced with the biggest decision of her life.Together, Stone and Rylee find themselves the center of some very dangerous attention, but that doesn’t stop them from doing everything necessary to win at all costs.NOTE: This is not a standalone work. It is the first book in a continuous story that spans five books and can be considered a cliffhanger.*NOTE: This book contains adult language, adult situations, and explicit sexual encounters. If sensitive to any of the aforementioned issues, please do not purchase. less

Do secret societies really exist?The Order of the Cronus does, and as an organization that has stood the test of time, it made a person question what exactly it took to make something like that happen.RossReputed to have the patience of a saint, Ross Carmichael was no stranger to juggling more than one issue at a time, no matter how troublesome. Born into the spotlight of being a U.S. Senator’s firstborn son, Ross knew the score... moreDo secret societies really exist?The Order of the Cronus does, and as an organization that has stood the test of time, it made a person question what exactly it took to make something like that happen.RossReputed to have the patience of a saint, Ross Carmichael was no stranger to juggling more than one issue at a time, no matter how troublesome. Born into the spotlight of being a U.S. Senator’s firstborn son, Ross knew the score. His future had never been his own, but it was one that he’s wanted since he could remember. More than ready, Ross was eager to get things moving along.With only one more year left at Hales University, all that Ross had to do was make it through his senior year without jumping off track. The Order of the Cronus was very strict about what it would and would not tolerate from its initiates, and violators were dealt with harshly. There was no room for error when it came to becoming a member, something that Ross had been very aware of.However, that was all before Sutton Hadley came into the picture.SuttonWith her entire future ahead of her, Sutton Hadley didn’t have much to complain about. Though she’d been raised under tragic circumstances, Sutton was still able to look to the good in life. Raised by her grandparents, they had never treated her life like a dreadful after-school special. They had raised Sutton to be smart, strong, willful, yet forgiving. Sutton was still very blessed, and she knew it.Prepared to make the most of her good fortune, Sutton wasn’t afraid of what awaited her after graduation. Being able to attend Hales University had been a bonus, and a great head start to a good life. Between her supportive grandparents, her best friend, the excitement of what was to come, Sutton wasn’t about to let anyone ruin things for her.However, that was all before she found herself way in over her head, drowning in her own naivety.When secret societies really do exist…Ross Carmichael had been prepared to handle anything that came his way, but when Sutton Hadley starts to make his life difficult, all bets are off, and The Order becomes concerned.Sutton Hadley had not been prepared for Ross Carmichael, but when he makes it clear that he’s in this to win, she’s faced with a situation that she never could have imagined.Together, Ross and Sutton find themselves in the middle of a battle that neither of them had been expecting, but it’s also one that they’re not afraid to fight.NOTE: This is not a standalone work. It is the second book in a continuous story that spans five books and can be considered a cliffhanger.*NOTE: This book contains adult language, adult situations, and explicit sexual encounters. If sensitive to any of the aforementioned issues, please do not purchase. less

Do secret societies really exist?The Order of the Cronus does, and as an organization that has stood the test of time, it made a person question what exactly it took to make something like that happen.SaxtonReputed to be able to assess any situation before reacting, Saxton Voss was no stranger to being the most rational person in the room, no matter the crisis. Born with the backing of wealth and power, Saxton’s future had been laid out for him since birth... moreDo secret societies really exist?The Order of the Cronus does, and as an organization that has stood the test of time, it made a person question what exactly it took to make something like that happen.SaxtonReputed to be able to assess any situation before reacting, Saxton Voss was no stranger to being the most rational person in the room, no matter the crisis. Born with the backing of wealth and power, Saxton’s future had been laid out for him since birth. Destined to become a powerful player in the game of life, Saxton wasn’t intimidated by bigger fish. After all, he’d been raised to be a shark.With only one more year left at Hales University, all that Saxton had to do was make it through his senior year without getting caught up in any unnecessary drama. The Order of the Cronus didn’t suffer fools gladly, and being an initiate was a far cry from becoming a full-fledged member. There were rules, requirements, and regulations that had to be met, something that Saxton understood well.However, that was all before Hastings Martin came into the picture.HastingsWith her entire future ahead of her, Hastings Martin was more than ready to tackle any and all obstacles that might come her way. Having grown up in wealth and privilege, Hastings has lived a great life. Though she’d been raised with more than her fair share of blessings, Hastings’ parents had still raised her to be decent and kind, something that Hastings has always been immensely grateful for.Prepared to make the most of her future possibilities, Hastings hadn’t shied away from any of the new adventures that’d been presented to her by attending Hales University. Being one of the best schools in the country, Hasting has enjoyed every aspect of college life, and then some. The world truly was her oyster, and Hastings knew it. Life couldn’t get any better.However, that was all before she found herself in the middle of the craziest $#!^ that she’s ever heard.When secret societies really do exist…Saxton Voss had been prepared to secure his future at all costs, but when Hastings Martin ends up in his bed, everything changes, and that includes where he stands within The Order.Hastings Martin had not been prepared for Saxton Voss, or the crazy tangled web that he’s trapped her in, but that doesn’t change the fact that she has a serious decision to make about the rest of her life.Together, Saxton and Hastings find themselves facing a dangerous game that had dire consequences, but that still doesn’t stop them from playing the game to the very end.NOTE: This is not a standalone work. It is the third book in a continuous story that spans five books and can be considered a cliffhanger.*NOTE: This book contains violence, adult language, adult situations, and explicit sexual encounters. If sensitive to any of the aforementioned issues, please do not purchase. less

Do secret societies really exist?The Order of the Cronus does, and as an organization that has stood the test of time, it made a person question what exactly it took to make something like that happen.FoxReputed to have the makings of a born leader, Fox Harrington was no stranger to taking control of a situation and making it all work out, no matter who thought they were in charge... moreDo secret societies really exist?The Order of the Cronus does, and as an organization that has stood the test of time, it made a person question what exactly it took to make something like that happen.FoxReputed to have the makings of a born leader, Fox Harrington was no stranger to taking control of a situation and making it all work out, no matter who thought they were in charge. Born into one of the wealthiest legacies in the nation, Fox hadn’t been naïve to the expectations that had been placed on him at a very young age. Still, Fox was always ready for the next step or the next enemy.With only one more year left at Hales University, all that Fox had to do was make it through his senior year without mucking things up. The Order of the Cronus had big plans for him, and they wouldn’t take kindly to Fox prioritizing anything before them. Only the most brilliant and powerful could continue to make the organization work, and Fox knew it like he knew his own name.However, that was all before Kincaid Black came into the picture.KincaidWith her entire future ahead of her, Kincaid Black didn’t have the worry and headaches that most people did. Born into one of the most powerful families in the nation, Kincaid hadn’t been raised to be soft. Still, when a horrible tragedy hits home, she is changed forever. Already a force to be reckoned with, Kincaid becomes something entirely different.Prepared to make the most of the opportunities afforded her, Kincaid remains focused, determined, and unstoppable. Attending Hales University was more than an educational blessing, it was a personal coup. With her best friend at her side, cowardice a foreign concept, and more money than God, Kincaid feared nothing, and nothing was going to stand in her way for what came next.However, that was all before she found herself having to choose between her past and her future.When secret societies really do exist…Fox Harrington had been prepared to do whatever necessary to win, but when Kincaid Black enters his life, not only does his entire life shift on its axis, but The Order’s foundation is also shaken.Kincaid Black had not been prepared for Fox Harrington, but when it becomes clear that he isn’t going anywhere, she’s faced with having to break his heart, hers, or both.Together, Fox and Kincaid find themselves at in a constant struggle with everyone around them, but also with each other, and that’s not a good thing for anyone.NOTE: This is not a standalone work. It is the fourth book in a continuous story that spans five books and can be considered a cliffhanger.*NOTE: This book contains violence, killing, adult language, adult situations, and explicit sexual encounters. If sensitive to any of the aforementioned issues, please do not purchase. less

Do secret societies really exist?The Order of the Cronus does, and as an organization that has stood the test of time, it made a person question what exactly it took to make something like that happen.KincaidReputed to have the disposition of a deadly viper, Kincaid Black was no stranger to going after what she wanted, no matter who was stupid enough to try to stand in her way... moreDo secret societies really exist?The Order of the Cronus does, and as an organization that has stood the test of time, it made a person question what exactly it took to make something like that happen.KincaidReputed to have the disposition of a deadly viper, Kincaid Black was no stranger to going after what she wanted, no matter who was stupid enough to try to stand in her way. Born into a family that didn’t know what it was like to fail, Kincaid had been raised to wield her intelligence, last name, and fists like the weapons that they were, and every strike was more lethal than the last.With only one more year left at Hales University, all that Kincaid had to do was get through her senior year without exposing her deadly secret too soon. On a mission to destroy one of the most powerful organizations in the world, Kincaid’s lack of fear and the sheer force of her determination was a serious issue for The Order of the Cronus. After all, Kincaid’s reputation spoke for itself.However, that was all before Fox Harrington came into the picture.FoxWith his entire future ahead of him, Fox Harrington should have had no problems in his life. He was brilliant, gorgeous, wealthy, and powerful enough that people stayed out of his way. Raised to never cower, Fox wasn’t built to lose. He wasn’t built to turn away from a challenge, no matter how detrimental to his sanity the outcome might be. He was a Harrington, enough said.Prepared to make the most of what made him a Harrington, Fox throws all caution to the win and goes toe-to-toe with Kincaid Black, of all people. When he finds out what she has planned for The Order of the Cronus, it changes everything that he ever thought he knew about her. With a fire burning deep in his soul, he is determined to get to the bottom of it all.However, that was all before he found himself having to choose between sanity and love.When secret societies really do exist…Kincaid Black had been prepared and more than willing to go it alone, but when Fox Harrington comes crashing into her life, everything is no longer what it seems.Fox Harrington had not been prepared for Kincaid Black, but when he realizes that she can’t be stopped or tamed, he’s faced with deciding which is the bigger sacrifice, her heart or his.Together Kincaid and Fox find themselves consumed by a love so consuming and destructive that not everyone makes it out alive. However, everyone had also been warned.NOTE: This is not a standalone work. It is the fifth and final book in a continuous story that spans five books.*NOTE: This book contains violence, killing, adult language, adult situations, and explicit sexual encounters. If sensitive to any of the aforementioned issues, please do not purchase. less