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Blackwood Institute #1-3
Blackwood Institute: The Complete Trilogy
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This box set will include:
All three Blackwood Institute books —Twisted Heathens, Sacrificial Sinners, and Desecrated Saints — along with several brand new bonus scenes, and an exclusive, unseen extended epilogue set after book three.
This box set will include:
All three Blackwood Institute books —Twisted Heathens, Sacrificial Sinners, and Desecrated Saints — along with several brand new bonus scenes, and an exclusive, unseen extended epilogue set after book three.
812 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 31, 2023
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J. Rose
24 books2,229 followersJ Rose is an independent dark romance author from the United Kingdom. She writes challenging, plot-driven stories packed full of angst, heartbreak and broken characters fighting for their happily ever afters.
She’s an introverted bookworm at heart with a caffeine addiction, penchant for cursing and an unhealthy attachment to fictional characters.
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May 7, 2023
I am a whore for Eli.
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July 27, 2023I’m 55% in at Chapter 29.
Leaving Rating Blank, cause I feel like that’s what I’ve gotten so far out of this so far.
I haven’t DNF’d in a long time but for me I had to push myself through this boxset and in the end I do realize I most likely ended up stopping just before it gets good. But this is a very slow but rushing and to me it’s a shallow read.
And by shallow I mean, there’s just no depth at all so far, it’s all ‘surface’ - I want to sink into this series and be enraptured by the depth of detail in this world but so far it’s like I’m still in the shallow end of pool. And in the ends the lack of depth is causing me a headache.
It’s super confusing cause everything seems to be jumping around, and as a whole I can’t for the life of me click with the characters.
I feel even at the 55% percent I still don’t know anyone.
The story drags too much and has so much content stuffed and you feel like you’re drowning in filler, and to be honest so far everything just confusing to me right now. I was expecting this to be a dark read but (for me) there’s a lot of words but the darkness is just not dark enough.
Leaving Rating Blank, cause I feel like that’s what I’ve gotten so far out of this so far.
I haven’t DNF’d in a long time but for me I had to push myself through this boxset and in the end I do realize I most likely ended up stopping just before it gets good. But this is a very slow but rushing and to me it’s a shallow read.
And by shallow I mean, there’s just no depth at all so far, it’s all ‘surface’ - I want to sink into this series and be enraptured by the depth of detail in this world but so far it’s like I’m still in the shallow end of pool. And in the ends the lack of depth is causing me a headache.
It’s super confusing cause everything seems to be jumping around, and as a whole I can’t for the life of me click with the characters.
I feel even at the 55% percent I still don’t know anyone.
The story drags too much and has so much content stuffed and you feel like you’re drowning in filler, and to be honest so far everything just confusing to me right now. I was expecting this to be a dark read but (for me) there’s a lot of words but the darkness is just not dark enough.
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December 19, 2025Pre read: 🖤👓🗝️🕷️🥵😈
I think it’s about hide tide I start reading this book been putting this off for so long since October now suddenly I’m in the mood for gothic vibes 😝
I think it’s about hide tide I start reading this book been putting this off for so long since October now suddenly I’m in the mood for gothic vibes 😝
July 10, 2024
Really struggled to finish this one. It had high potential if it weren't for the constant sex scenes which at times felt forced and written in for no reason at all. They distracted from the story itself and made me lose track of the story.
September 11, 2023
Nah. I don't mind the idea of a smutty romance being set in an asylum, but Brooklyn was just an insufferable main character. You don't want to write a multi-POV book where your readers groan when they get back to the protagonist's POV and pray for it to end. It's just not good, I'm sorry.
May 30, 2024
Wanted to love this. Started out interesting and then lost some steam for me. I continually read reverse harem books thinking that one will be more my style and I just haven’t come upon one yet. I did love that the author incorporated playlists! That was fun!
September 30, 2023
I feel like this is one of the best series i’ve ever read. I was sucked in from the beginning and was all in until the end. The characters are so well written, the storyline sucked me in, and i loved the unreliable narrative that constantly made me doubt what was real and what wasn’t. The relationships between the characters were beautifully done, i was on the edge of my seat for at least 60% of the time, and i had the best time. The playlists are also amazing, completely fit the vibes, and I’ll probably be raving about this series for the weeks to come. Time to go read J. Rose’s entire backlist ✨
April 11, 2024
HEAVY. TRIGGERING. CAPTIVATING.
⚠️TAKE THE TRIGGER WARNINGS SERIOUSLY.
⚠️TAKE BREAKS.
I started this knowing it would likely be a DNF for myself as a complex mental illness suffer. Honestly, it’s a 5 star read for me.
J.Rose has done an absolutely fantastic job, the real, raw emotion, the coping mechanisms, the spice, everything true.
If you read Blackwood, and feel triggered and need to talk, please message me 🖤
⚠️TAKE THE TRIGGER WARNINGS SERIOUSLY.
⚠️TAKE BREAKS.
I started this knowing it would likely be a DNF for myself as a complex mental illness suffer. Honestly, it’s a 5 star read for me.
J.Rose has done an absolutely fantastic job, the real, raw emotion, the coping mechanisms, the spice, everything true.
If you read Blackwood, and feel triggered and need to talk, please message me 🖤
May 21, 2023
this trilogy has taken a big place in my heart forever. i love this trilogy so much. everyone character are interested and different. brooklyn, my girl😭 she deserves better, i very glad that she found a family for herself. i really be sad when i read her chapter.
January 3, 2024
DNF at 29%.
I didn’t like any of the characters-especially Hudson. I know the series is dark, and the characters aren’t supposed to be good people, but he was just downright abusive, and Brooklyn wasn’t much better. I didn’t like any of them enough to want to stick around to see how they were redeemed.
I didn’t like any of the characters-especially Hudson. I know the series is dark, and the characters aren’t supposed to be good people, but he was just downright abusive, and Brooklyn wasn’t much better. I didn’t like any of them enough to want to stick around to see how they were redeemed.
May 25, 2024
Dear God where do I even begin with this one...
!!!!!!!!!!CHECK YOUR TRIGGER WARNINGS!!!!!!!!!! before picking this one up. It was a bit different than the usual dark romance since they're all legitimately insane and the story takes place in a mental health facility. Mental health is frequently discussed and the book features attempted suicide, suicide ideation/self harm, eating disorders, graphic violence, etc.
That stated, I quite liked this one.
Firstly it's a pretty hefty boi topping out at 800 pages (I mean....it IS a complete trilogy). The story follows our FMC, Brooklyn, and her harem of attractive, damaged, crazy, and outright villainous men. There is a good bit of smut and it's (in-)appropriately weird and, at times, unsanitary. It's a DARK romance after all.
Brooklyn and her harem meet and subsequently reside at a mental health facility called Blackwood Institute run by warden Miss Elizabeth White and lead psychiatrist Can't-remember-his-first-name Lazlo (or maybe that was his first name?). But not everything is as it appears to be at Blackwood and something more sinister lurks below the surface.
What I liked:
*Eli - 'nuff said. It could've been just him and the books would've been good imo.
*New, interesting concept. It's not often the majority of a series takes place in a mental health institution, nor for ALL the characters to have mental health issues to this degree AND also have to navigate a complicated love life WHILE ALSO figuring out Blackwood's secrets. SO MUCH HAPPENING!
*Teegan - Another 'nuff said
*The story starts gets right into it. The author doesn't waste anytime throwing you into the thick of it.
*A good mystery to solve, and later, a good thriller. It's a multiple genres in one story kind of book and I liked it
What I didn't like:
*HUDSON - I COULD NOT STAND THIS MAN and YES he is one of the MMCs. You know a character is unlovable when you start to root for the villains anytime he's involved. There was a single moment I actually agreed with his actions and I was SO MAD it was happening. Seriously J, he's the only reason you get 4 stars because I just can't with him.
Overall, definitely worth the read. Is it unbelievable? ofc it is. It's a crazy dark romance. So don't go into this expecting anything normal because you will be sorely disappointed.
*As an aside: I noticed some reviewers stopped because "how could Rio have so much control?" I'm just going to point out that had you continued reading YOU'D HAVE FOUND OUT. There were many secrets to be revealed and you've barely scratched the surface. Yes some of them were predictable but there's others that had my mouth falling open in shock.*
!!!!!!!!!!CHECK YOUR TRIGGER WARNINGS!!!!!!!!!! before picking this one up. It was a bit different than the usual dark romance since they're all legitimately insane and the story takes place in a mental health facility. Mental health is frequently discussed and the book features attempted suicide, suicide ideation/self harm, eating disorders, graphic violence, etc.
That stated, I quite liked this one.
Firstly it's a pretty hefty boi topping out at 800 pages (I mean....it IS a complete trilogy). The story follows our FMC, Brooklyn, and her harem of attractive, damaged, crazy, and outright villainous men. There is a good bit of smut and it's (in-)appropriately weird and, at times, unsanitary. It's a DARK romance after all.
Brooklyn and her harem meet and subsequently reside at a mental health facility called Blackwood Institute run by warden Miss Elizabeth White and lead psychiatrist Can't-remember-his-first-name Lazlo (or maybe that was his first name?). But not everything is as it appears to be at Blackwood and something more sinister lurks below the surface.
What I liked:
*Eli - 'nuff said. It could've been just him and the books would've been good imo.
*New, interesting concept. It's not often the majority of a series takes place in a mental health institution, nor for ALL the characters to have mental health issues to this degree AND also have to navigate a complicated love life WHILE ALSO figuring out Blackwood's secrets. SO MUCH HAPPENING!
*Teegan - Another 'nuff said
*The story starts gets right into it. The author doesn't waste anytime throwing you into the thick of it.
*A good mystery to solve, and later, a good thriller. It's a multiple genres in one story kind of book and I liked it
What I didn't like:
*HUDSON - I COULD NOT STAND THIS MAN and YES he is one of the MMCs. You know a character is unlovable when you start to root for the villains anytime he's involved. There was a single moment I actually agreed with his actions and I was SO MAD it was happening. Seriously J, he's the only reason you get 4 stars because I just can't with him.
Overall, definitely worth the read. Is it unbelievable? ofc it is. It's a crazy dark romance. So don't go into this expecting anything normal because you will be sorely disappointed.
*As an aside: I noticed some reviewers stopped because "how could Rio have so much control?" I'm just going to point out that had you continued reading YOU'D HAVE FOUND OUT. There were many secrets to be revealed and you've barely scratched the surface. Yes some of them were predictable but there's others that had my mouth falling open in shock.*
August 20, 2024
i’m not usually one to post a review on a book whether i loved or hated it.
this trilogy had me in a fucking chokehold from beginning to end. i related to brooklyn so many times throughout. there were times when i both loved and hated the mmc’s. but eli… fucking eli… i loved him from the moment he was introduced. imo, he had the most character development out of all the guys. his letter fucking broke me. i did not shed a single tear until i read his letter to brooklyn. i would love to read spin offs of all the characters’ lives prior to blackwood (maybe there is idk i haven’t looked into it)
i just finished this trilogy 10 minutes ago and i already wish i could read it again for the first time
this trilogy had me in a fucking chokehold from beginning to end. i related to brooklyn so many times throughout. there were times when i both loved and hated the mmc’s. but eli… fucking eli… i loved him from the moment he was introduced. imo, he had the most character development out of all the guys. his letter fucking broke me. i did not shed a single tear until i read his letter to brooklyn. i would love to read spin offs of all the characters’ lives prior to blackwood (maybe there is idk i haven’t looked into it)
i just finished this trilogy 10 minutes ago and i already wish i could read it again for the first time
April 8, 2025
words cannot describe i am obsessed whole heartily in love i definitely recommend this book!!
May 3, 2025
This series is unlike any other I have read. It’s horrifyingly graphic, steamy and holds your attention beyond anything else, the characters are so diverse and unique in their own way. The blackmail/ lies and deception is just the tip of the iceberg
Please be cautious of the trigger warnings. But definitely add this to your TBR
Please be cautious of the trigger warnings. But definitely add this to your TBR
December 28, 2023
I really wanted to like this story but it feels like you never get much more than surface storyline and it flipping between 5 characters made it hard to follow. I got over 200 pages in and just couldn’t make myself read any more
May 7, 2024
Why? This isn't romance. This is abusive crazy hate fucks. Hudson needs to be stabbed again with better aim and a sharper knife. Bleh. I read it.. There was no redemption, no chemistry it was just bleh and eww.
February 4, 2025
This trilogy is very dark. It's sometimes incredibly hard to read, and I found it quite nauseating. The psychological and physical abuse is medieval, and it's hard to get through. As a rule I don't like the reverse harem trope but I was actually OK with this group, they all seemed very different and they all had different things going on so it didn't seem like a repetitive gang bang. The relationships the characters had together were only part of the story, almost like a horny holocaust. It's a heavy plot, so check the trigger warnings. I was happy with the ending.
May 27, 2024
I absolutely loved this series. Seeing the growth of the characters and the plot was great. The plot twists always caught me off guard. I originally read this book thinking it was going to focus on the growth and healing of the main characters while it did do this it also managed to keep me on my toes. The only complaint I could have is the ending while yes it made sense and yes it was still a HEA I just wish it would’ve happened differently. I didn’t like the idea of half of the FMCs lovers were free out in the world while she was still in with 1 of the lovers. Like I said it made sense it just hurt to see the FMC being separated from a majority of her RH.
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April 10, 2025I can’t get over the insta lust. Too much going on overall. DNF for the second time :/
January 15, 2025
Potřebuji terapii, lízátko a jednorožce…
Tohle bylo temně děsivé psycho.
Tohle bylo temně děsivé psycho.
December 11, 2025
I went in completely blind into this trilogy and WOW, this was a sad, tragic, beautiful ride.
J. Rose wrote mental illnesses and the struggles so well. She is able to make you feel (suffer) with each of the main characters. I kept saying “these poor babies” through each book 😭 Brooklyn and her men are so incredibly strong and their family unit is perfect!
One thing I really wished I saw more of was more sexy scenes of Dom Kade!
This book is DARK and delves deep into mental illnesses, trauma, and torture. Be sure to read the trigger warnings.
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Star: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Steam: 💋💋💋
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Dark: 🌉**twilight:** its pretty dark, maybe a twinkling of lightness still.
J. Rose wrote mental illnesses and the struggles so well. She is able to make you feel (suffer) with each of the main characters. I kept saying “these poor babies” through each book 😭 Brooklyn and her men are so incredibly strong and their family unit is perfect!
One thing I really wished I saw more of was more sexy scenes of Dom Kade!
This book is DARK and delves deep into mental illnesses, trauma, and torture. Be sure to read the trigger warnings.
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Star: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Steam: 💋💋💋
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Dark: 🌉**twilight:** its pretty dark, maybe a twinkling of lightness still.
September 28, 2024
yeah so this is the best book i’ve ever read
April 3, 2025
I absolutely loved this trilogy so much!
It was so beautifully written and equally as tragic.
Everything this group suffered really tugged on the heartstrings but I loved the characters so much and had the biggest soft spot for Eli 🥹
It was so beautifully written and equally as tragic.
Everything this group suffered really tugged on the heartstrings but I loved the characters so much and had the biggest soft spot for Eli 🥹
dnf
August 16, 2025Dnf at page 304
What the fuck
All the characters are insufferable I hate them
What the fuck
All the characters are insufferable I hate them
April 6, 2025
What a wild f*****g ride! I don't even know where to begin. I think this is my new top favorite series. It pulls every emotion you have! It throws every trigger in your face! It will make you question every moral you thought you had. Check the triggers, there's self harm, alot of suicide talk, nasty bloody smut scenes, mental health and torture,but if you can deal with it all the plot is there for you!! Even if I wanted to put this book down my brain wouldn't let me! I NEEDED to finish it, I NEEDED to know what happened with the main characters, it was an absolute necessity for me..
With all that being said and as I said in my review for the first book in this trilogy, this book is f*****d up and everything I love.
P.s I would lick dirt for ELI.
With all that being said and as I said in my review for the first book in this trilogy, this book is f*****d up and everything I love.
P.s I would lick dirt for ELI.
February 20, 2024
I just could not get into this story. I really tried but it just didn't happen for me. Had to shelve it and will maybe try again later this year
September 10, 2025
This book absolutely destroyed me and im grateful. Its twisted and I never expected to appreciate having my heart broken but somehow it made me crave more pain.
From page one, it’s dark, raw, and emotional AF. The despair is real. The fear is real. but somehow also in the middle of all that chaos, there’s hope. Love. Resilience. The relief i felt!
Brooklyn is an absolute queen. She’s fierce, broken, and so damn human. Jude? The glow up and healing journey he goes through? Im so proud of him. Seeing him fighting his mental battles and come out stronger made me want to scream and cry at the same time. The boys...Hudson, Kade, Phoenix, Eli.. they’re chaotic, protective, hilarious, and loving in all the ways that make you obsessed. They had Brooklyn’s and later Jude's back no questions asked. The found family dynamic is everything.
I literally can’t stop thinking about this book. The story itself is DARK. Trauma, mental health struggles, messed up pasts, and recovery are handled with so much respect and raw honesty. But it’s not just sad i promise... it’s messy, chaotic, funny, romantic, sexual, dramatic, and so SO human.You feel every tear, every heartbreak, every tiny victory. Jude’s journey from Patient Seven to walking out of Clearview, proud and whole? I cried.
My poor Brooklyn. She really REALLY wanted to delete herself and everyone around her tried to change her mind and to prove to her that she's worth saving. She faced SO MANY RELAPSES but seeing her claiming her life back was both touching and inspiring.
Hudson’s journey is special bc he comes with his own scars. He had to learn how to deal with his rage and how to actually allow himself to be vulnerable. He was so selfish in the beginning.. I never thought he was going to be the one who was holding everyone together.
Kade my perfect mama bear!! I just wanted to hug him and tell him to calm down. He can't always save everyone or fix everything. Its okay to fuck up sometimes.. as long as we're learning from our mistakes.
Phoenix had trauma layered on trauma.. my baby had no filter. What he had in mind.. he'd say it. He was the only one who actually held Brooklyn accountable when she fumbled with them.. he was harsh but it came from care.
My Eli!!!! The sweetest, most vulnerable heart in the group. He’s had to recover from speech difficulties, social fears, and years of abuse. I love him so SO MUCH. Hes the one who everybody reached out for comfort at the most difficult times
Together these six are a mess. A chaotic, screaming, bleeding, laughing, loving mess. Each has faced trauma that could destroy someone, and each has found a way to survive, to grow, and to love fiercely.
Every page stabbed me in the soul and I fucking loved it. The way it dives into trauma, mental health, love, and survival?? Crazyyy.. Never thought trauma could feel this good. This book is my favorite read of the year so far.
♾️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
From page one, it’s dark, raw, and emotional AF. The despair is real. The fear is real. but somehow also in the middle of all that chaos, there’s hope. Love. Resilience. The relief i felt!
Brooklyn is an absolute queen. She’s fierce, broken, and so damn human. Jude? The glow up and healing journey he goes through? Im so proud of him. Seeing him fighting his mental battles and come out stronger made me want to scream and cry at the same time. The boys...Hudson, Kade, Phoenix, Eli.. they’re chaotic, protective, hilarious, and loving in all the ways that make you obsessed. They had Brooklyn’s and later Jude's back no questions asked. The found family dynamic is everything.
I literally can’t stop thinking about this book. The story itself is DARK. Trauma, mental health struggles, messed up pasts, and recovery are handled with so much respect and raw honesty. But it’s not just sad i promise... it’s messy, chaotic, funny, romantic, sexual, dramatic, and so SO human.You feel every tear, every heartbreak, every tiny victory. Jude’s journey from Patient Seven to walking out of Clearview, proud and whole? I cried.
My poor Brooklyn. She really REALLY wanted to delete herself and everyone around her tried to change her mind and to prove to her that she's worth saving. She faced SO MANY RELAPSES but seeing her claiming her life back was both touching and inspiring.
Hudson’s journey is special bc he comes with his own scars. He had to learn how to deal with his rage and how to actually allow himself to be vulnerable. He was so selfish in the beginning.. I never thought he was going to be the one who was holding everyone together.
Kade my perfect mama bear!! I just wanted to hug him and tell him to calm down. He can't always save everyone or fix everything. Its okay to fuck up sometimes.. as long as we're learning from our mistakes.
Phoenix had trauma layered on trauma.. my baby had no filter. What he had in mind.. he'd say it. He was the only one who actually held Brooklyn accountable when she fumbled with them.. he was harsh but it came from care.
My Eli!!!! The sweetest, most vulnerable heart in the group. He’s had to recover from speech difficulties, social fears, and years of abuse. I love him so SO MUCH. Hes the one who everybody reached out for comfort at the most difficult times
Together these six are a mess. A chaotic, screaming, bleeding, laughing, loving mess. Each has faced trauma that could destroy someone, and each has found a way to survive, to grow, and to love fiercely.
Every page stabbed me in the soul and I fucking loved it. The way it dives into trauma, mental health, love, and survival?? Crazyyy.. Never thought trauma could feel this good. This book is my favorite read of the year so far.
♾️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
November 16, 2025
This series isn’t for everyone. It’s mentally dark and SO fucked up but soooo incredibly captivating. This book is different from what I usually read and I am so glad I read it. You will either love it or hate it, tread lightly.
Brooklyn, you were insufferable the first half but eventually found your way. My heart breaks for this girl because what the fuck did they do to her and her mom. Her brother!!! Her cards were dealt straight from hell.
Seven/Jude, just a man trying to do good in the world. You found your way into this giant puzzle so graciously.
Hudson, the character development!!!! You were a cock suckin douche bag at the start.. rightfully so, but you were such a man with a way of words. You came around and softened up for those who deserved it. YOUR LETTER.. sobbed. You have fought your way to the top of my list
Kade, hidden big dick energy and able to back it all up 11/10 ur perfect
Eli, my angel baby. he found his voice after suffering the longest out of everyone involved. the quiet reason for so many things. happy you and Nix found your way together
It was written so well and full of detail. This book will literally ruin you and leave you speechless. I will think about it forever and it will put me in a slump
Brooklyn, you were insufferable the first half but eventually found your way. My heart breaks for this girl because what the fuck did they do to her and her mom. Her brother!!! Her cards were dealt straight from hell.
Seven/Jude, just a man trying to do good in the world. You found your way into this giant puzzle so graciously.
Hudson, the character development!!!! You were a cock suckin douche bag at the start.. rightfully so, but you were such a man with a way of words. You came around and softened up for those who deserved it. YOUR LETTER.. sobbed. You have fought your way to the top of my list
Kade, hidden big dick energy and able to back it all up 11/10 ur perfect
Eli, my angel baby. he found his voice after suffering the longest out of everyone involved. the quiet reason for so many things. happy you and Nix found your way together
It was written so well and full of detail. This book will literally ruin you and leave you speechless. I will think about it forever and it will put me in a slump
October 23, 2023
The characters were so good. The plot was meh. A solid 3.5/5. The spice🔥11/10. An overall amazing book with complex characters. Very modern gothic. Fair warning, it is very….. um…… morbid and a little sick, and I loved that about it. I will rant again, I LOOVVVEEED the characters, so good. Also one of the best RH’s I have ever read. The dynamic was as cohesive as possible, and made it a wonder for the reader to explore.
⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️CHECK YOUR TRIGGER WARNINGS⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️ Take breaks, it brings up sensitive issues and can put you in spiral, READ WITH CARE. Know your loved and rely on support systems, and know your not alone.
Otherwise this series was very topsy-turvy for me. I think it hit the spot right in the beginning for my mood reading, but I was so done with it by the end.
By no means do I think this book was bad. This was a really good book, just not for me right now. This is why I hate being a mood reader. Moods change.
Without my mood reading I think I REALLY would have loved it, but I just feel indifferent. Maybe I’ve desensitized myself to dark romance🤷🏻♀️. Idk. What I do know is that this was a beautiful, but DARK, story.
⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️CHECK YOUR TRIGGER WARNINGS⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️ Take breaks, it brings up sensitive issues and can put you in spiral, READ WITH CARE. Know your loved and rely on support systems, and know your not alone.
Otherwise this series was very topsy-turvy for me. I think it hit the spot right in the beginning for my mood reading, but I was so done with it by the end.
By no means do I think this book was bad. This was a really good book, just not for me right now. This is why I hate being a mood reader. Moods change.
Without my mood reading I think I REALLY would have loved it, but I just feel indifferent. Maybe I’ve desensitized myself to dark romance🤷🏻♀️. Idk. What I do know is that this was a beautiful, but DARK, story.
January 19, 2025
I just finished reading the entire trilogy of the Blackwood Institute, and wow, what a ride! Trying to review the whole thing might be a bit much, but I can definitely say it's a fantastic series. It mixes so many genres—dark romance, enemies to lovers, forced proximity, and even some elements of violence and self-harm. Each character has their unique charm: Eli, the mysterious and quiet type; Kade, who's a bit of a control freak; Hudson, the tough and rugged bad boy; Phoenix, the lively and quirky extrovert; and my personal favorite, Jude, who's delightfully unpredictable.
The first book kicks off with Brooke entering Blackwood Institute, where she’s ready to confront some serious darkness in her life. As she meets each of the guys, they slowly help pull her back together. The second book dives deeper into their connections and really introduces Jude. By the end, we get to see themes of survival and healing, leading to the happy ending we've all been hoping for, even if it does involve five boyfriends! I absolutely loved J. Rose's work, and I can't wait to see what she comes up with next!
The first book kicks off with Brooke entering Blackwood Institute, where she’s ready to confront some serious darkness in her life. As she meets each of the guys, they slowly help pull her back together. The second book dives deeper into their connections and really introduces Jude. By the end, we get to see themes of survival and healing, leading to the happy ending we've all been hoping for, even if it does involve five boyfriends! I absolutely loved J. Rose's work, and I can't wait to see what she comes up with next!
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