The Kings of Castle Series by Eve Newton, S.E. Traynor

As the daughter of the most feared mafia leader in England, I've always known my destiny was written in the shadows of my family's legacy. But when I step through the hallowed halls of Castle University, my life becomes more than a mere extension of the Hughes empire—I become the queen on a chessboard of power, betrayal, and forbidden desire.They call them the Kings of Castle.Each of them is a piece in a game I was born to play, and the stakes are my heart... moreAs the daughter of the most feared mafia leader in England, I've always known my destiny was written in the shadows of my family's legacy. But when I step through the hallowed halls of Castle University, my life becomes more than a mere extension of the Hughes empire—I become the queen on a chessboard of power, betrayal, and forbidden desire.They call them the Kings of Castle.Each of them is a piece in a game I was born to play, and the stakes are my heart. But as I draw closer to each of these four magnetic men, an unseen threat looms over us, a dark presence that knows my every move before I make it.The game has begun, the pieces are moving, and I must keep my throne at all costs. Because in this world of kings and pawns, I am not just playing for my legacy—I am playing for my life.And when the final move is made, will I stand as the ruler of Castle...or will I fall?This is a dark academia reverse harem with plenty of TWs. This takes place in an entirely fictional world set in the UK. This is the first book of three in the Kings of Castle. less

The crown weighs heavy on my head, and the Castle University’s ivy-clad walls have become a gilded cage. As the dust settles from betrayal and bloodshed, I stand amidst the wreckage, not just as a mafia heiress, but as the Queen in a game where hearts are for the taking and every move could be a deadly trap.The men I've let into my heart are the pillars of my reign. My strength. My weakness... moreThe crown weighs heavy on my head, and the Castle University’s ivy-clad walls have become a gilded cage. As the dust settles from betrayal and bloodshed, I stand amidst the wreckage, not just as a mafia heiress, but as the Queen in a game where hearts are for the taking and every move could be a deadly trap.The men I've let into my heart are the pillars of my reign. My strength. My weakness.In a world where loyalty is measured in blood, we stand united, because when the swords are drawn and alliances shatter, it's not just my love I'll fight for—it's their lives, and the future of an empire built on a legacy of our pasts.The gambit is set, the players ready, and I must make my move. In this war of intrigue and danger, it's not just about winning—it's about surviving.This is a dark academia reverse harem with plenty of TWs. This takes place in an entirely fictional world set in the UK. This is the second book of three in the Royals of Castle. less

The board is set. The walls of Castle University, once my stronghold, now echo with the whispers of war. As the Queen, I've faced betrayal, navigated alliances, and survived attempts on my life. But nothing has prepared me for this.My Kings, my protectors, are the only certainty in a world of chaos as an unseen enemy casts a shadow over our hard-won peace.In the dark corridors of power, I tread a dangerous path. The whispers call me a monarch of manipulation, a mistress of the great game... moreThe board is set. The walls of Castle University, once my stronghold, now echo with the whispers of war. As the Queen, I've faced betrayal, navigated alliances, and survived attempts on my life. But nothing has prepared me for this.My Kings, my protectors, are the only certainty in a world of chaos as an unseen enemy casts a shadow over our hard-won peace.In the dark corridors of power, I tread a dangerous path. The whispers call me a monarch of manipulation, a mistress of the great game. But I am not just playing for power; I am fighting for our future.As secrets unravel and loyalties are tested, my heart and my crown are on the line. But they underestimate me. I've turned gambits into triumphs and faced down so-called kings without flinching. Now, I must lead us through the ultimate test, where the only way out is through, and the only ending I will accept is the one where my Kings and I emerge unbroken.For in this grand finale, it's not just a happily ever after at stake—it's a legacy that will echo through the ages. And I will claim it, whatever the cost.This is a dark academia reverse harem with plenty of TWs. This takes place in an entirely fictional world set in the UK. This is the third book of three in the Royals of Castle. less