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Royals of BlackBriar #1
Wrecked: A Dark College Reverse Harem
This is no ordinary love story; it’s about power, betrayal and survival
Blackbriar U isn’t your usual university. It’s where the mafia's kids come out to play and where the lines between the elite and the underworld blur to shades of black.
As the daughter of a feared mafia leader, I’m my own brand of ruthless and I play hard, love harder and don’t play by any rules.
With my black knight at my side we rule over the university but his friends have decided they want a taste as well and I’m not one to shy away from a challenge.
We're not the good guys. We’re the ones you were warned you about. It's not about finding the light at the end of the tunnel. We like it in the dark but as soon as I think we're solid, everything goes sideways, leaving us wrecked.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 the Blackbriar University duet.
Blackbriar U isn’t your usual university. It’s where the mafia's kids come out to play and where the lines between the elite and the underworld blur to shades of black.
As the daughter of a feared mafia leader, I’m my own brand of ruthless and I play hard, love harder and don’t play by any rules.
With my black knight at my side we rule over the university but his friends have decided they want a taste as well and I’m not one to shy away from a challenge.
We're not the good guys. We’re the ones you were warned you about. It's not about finding the light at the end of the tunnel. We like it in the dark but as soon as I think we're solid, everything goes sideways, leaving us wrecked.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 the Blackbriar University duet.
292 pages, Paperback
Published May 24, 2024
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Eve Newton
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She lives in the UK, with her husband and five kids, so finding the time to write is short, but definitely sweet. Eve has a number of series, both completed and on the go and hopes to release some new and exciting projects, both paranormal and contemporary in the future, so stay tuned!
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Eve also writes under the name S.E. Traynor
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June 2, 2024
A gift. A present is supposed to be desirable, an act of kindness. The gifts Victoria receives is none of those things. But who could’ve sent them?
Welcome to Black briar university, the playground for mafia children and they’re growing up. Victoria is the daughter of a feared mafia leader. At the university it’s her time to show what she’s made of.
With the undesirable gifts piling up she’s in need of a crew. First, we have her knight, Cian. He’s fiercely loyal and overprotective. Then we have the tech guy, Luke he’s less caveman and more of a shadow man. Throw in one more deadly guy, Gianluca and we have the perfect potion.
Can they figure out who sending the gifts and keep their position ruling the school?
This is spicy, a bit of a mystery and a few red flags. If you like mafia RH with a caveman quality alpha then this is for you. Crazy ride and enjoyable read.
Welcome to Black briar university, the playground for mafia children and they’re growing up. Victoria is the daughter of a feared mafia leader. At the university it’s her time to show what she’s made of.
With the undesirable gifts piling up she’s in need of a crew. First, we have her knight, Cian. He’s fiercely loyal and overprotective. Then we have the tech guy, Luke he’s less caveman and more of a shadow man. Throw in one more deadly guy, Gianluca and we have the perfect potion.
Can they figure out who sending the gifts and keep their position ruling the school?
This is spicy, a bit of a mystery and a few red flags. If you like mafia RH with a caveman quality alpha then this is for you. Crazy ride and enjoyable read.
June 2, 2024
A gift. A present is supposed to be desirable, an act of kindness. The gifts Victoria receives is none of those things. But who could’ve sent them?
Welcome to Black briar university, the playground for mafia children and they’re growing up. Victoria is the daughter of a feared mafia leader. At the university it’s her time to show what she’s made of.
With the undesirable gifts piling up she’s in need of a crew. First, we have her knight, Cian. He’s fiercely loyal and overprotective. Then we have the tech guy, Luke he’s less caveman and more of a shadow man. Throw in one more deadly guy, Gianluca and we have the perfect potion.
Can they figure out who sending the gifts and keep their position ruling the school?
This is spicy, a bit of a mystery and a few red flags. If you like mafia RH with a caveman quality alpha then this is for you. Crazy ride and enjoyable read.
Welcome to Black briar university, the playground for mafia children and they’re growing up. Victoria is the daughter of a feared mafia leader. At the university it’s her time to show what she’s made of.
With the undesirable gifts piling up she’s in need of a crew. First, we have her knight, Cian. He’s fiercely loyal and overprotective. Then we have the tech guy, Luke he’s less caveman and more of a shadow man. Throw in one more deadly guy, Gianluca and we have the perfect potion.
Can they figure out who sending the gifts and keep their position ruling the school?
This is spicy, a bit of a mystery and a few red flags. If you like mafia RH with a caveman quality alpha then this is for you. Crazy ride and enjoyable read.
May 21, 2024
The relationship between Cian and Victoria is definitely full of red flags. But I do run at those like a bull 🤷♀️ Their crazy matches each other and leaves just enough space for Luke and Gianluca (who i desperately want to know more about), definitely diving into book 2 straight away ❤️ Brilliant writing as always for this Dark Mafia RH.
May 21, 2024
A dark Mafia romance with likable (to me) anti-heroes. We met Victoria (FMC) briefly in The Crestmont University books and I was dying to read more about her. We certainly do in this book. She's a Mafia Princess but she's not a pampered one and in no way a push-over. More so with Cian who she has an explosive dynamic with. The sparks definitely fly between these two characters both inside and outside of the bedroom. Cian has a very much touch her and die relationship with Victoria that is very much toxic in normality but I couldn't help but like in this book. Add to this dynamic Luke and Gianluca who I don't think have enough book time (For me) for me to gauge the level of hotness these two guys bring (lol). Wrecked was a cracking read with characters I liked from the first chapter.
May 20, 2024
Eve Newton has really outdone herself with this series! If you love a super dark mafia romance this book is for you! Victoria a Mafia princess is in danger and along side her are the men that will burn the world down with their love for each other. Cian the main man in charge along by their side is Gianluca dark and deadly, and Luke a tech genius. If you love a dark and spicy duet this is for you!
May 21, 2024
We all know Eve is amazing at making her characters come
To life on the page and all the plot and smut just jumps from each page to.
From the begging I was hooked on Victoria and Cian.
Their story is dark and twisty but with it comes a bond unlike any other. A bond formed in troubling times can with stand anything right? Well her men are certainly there to prove that their mafia princess is just that… She’s theirs… and they will burn the world down for her
To life on the page and all the plot and smut just jumps from each page to.
From the begging I was hooked on Victoria and Cian.
Their story is dark and twisty but with it comes a bond unlike any other. A bond formed in troubling times can with stand anything right? Well her men are certainly there to prove that their mafia princess is just that… She’s theirs… and they will burn the world down for her
June 1, 2024
deliciously dark and steamy!
When I didn’t think I could like any other characters in this world more than the Queen and her Kings along comes Victoria, Cian and the two men at his side. I loved how through all their different struggles and trauma they all are able to trust each other and show their love in their own ways. This is the dark romance I’m here for. So glad I don’t have to wait for the next book because the first one left me on the edge of my seat.
When I didn’t think I could like any other characters in this world more than the Queen and her Kings along comes Victoria, Cian and the two men at his side. I loved how through all their different struggles and trauma they all are able to trust each other and show their love in their own ways. This is the dark romance I’m here for. So glad I don’t have to wait for the next book because the first one left me on the edge of my seat.
August 30, 2025
This was fun but I will not finish the series. fell flat to me.
December 18, 2025
Not a bad story at all but it made me feel down. Its a darker story.
June 3, 2024
Wrecked
If you start reading this book, don't plan on doing anything else because it will suck you right in. We met Victoria in a different book, and I have been wanting to know more ever since. And this checks all the boxes
If you start reading this book, don't plan on doing anything else because it will suck you right in. We met Victoria in a different book, and I have been wanting to know more ever since. And this checks all the boxes
June 1, 2024
Absolutely fantastic book
Action packed from the very first page. Cian is a very possessive and dangerous man. Watching him learning to share Victoria is going to be interesting. There’s also the mystery of a stalker. Eve keeps you guessing all the way to that fantastic cliffhanger! So glad both books in the duet were released at the same time! No screaming at the author (and the kindle!) waiting for a resolution.
Action packed from the very first page. Cian is a very possessive and dangerous man. Watching him learning to share Victoria is going to be interesting. There’s also the mystery of a stalker. Eve keeps you guessing all the way to that fantastic cliffhanger! So glad both books in the duet were released at the same time! No screaming at the author (and the kindle!) waiting for a resolution.
June 11, 2024
It's Okay.
Personally, I just didn't care for the book. I wish I could pinpoint one specific thing I didn't like about the book but I can't.
Overall, the writing is well done. The characters are well written. The main character is strong yet broken. The male lead is exactly as promised. The plot is good.
I think I needed more of their backstory flushed out. I didn't feel like I really knew much about the characters themselves.
Overall, I would probably recommend the book to my friends. And I'm going to try to push through book two to see if I can finish the duet.
Personally, I just didn't care for the book. I wish I could pinpoint one specific thing I didn't like about the book but I can't.
Overall, the writing is well done. The characters are well written. The main character is strong yet broken. The male lead is exactly as promised. The plot is good.
I think I needed more of their backstory flushed out. I didn't feel like I really knew much about the characters themselves.
Overall, I would probably recommend the book to my friends. And I'm going to try to push through book two to see if I can finish the duet.
June 19, 2024
DNF at 42%. Based on reviews I am in the minority on this book. As the RH is “forming” the FMC is just going behind her boyfriend’s back to mess with his best friends. That’s not RH, it’s cheating. They need to get rid of some stress so they go out to a club where they use the FMC as “bait” with her dressing or lack of “dressing” so guys hit on her. Then the FMC and MMCs initiate a fight with these guys and beat/stab/kill them. That’s not dark, that’s pointless.
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June 3, 2024
If you start reading this book, don't plan on doing anything else because it will suck you right in. We met Victoria in a different book, and I have been wanting to know more ever since. And this checks all the boxes
June 4, 2024
Meh. Just mid. It ends on a cliffy with many questions still surrounding everything, but it doesn’t spark enough in me to continue onto book #2.
June 24, 2024
how bad is the mc?
Dnf at the end of three chapters, all they kept saying was how bada$$ the MC was. Just a chest thumping book, almost reads like it was written by AI.
Dnf at the end of three chapters, all they kept saying was how bada$$ the MC was. Just a chest thumping book, almost reads like it was written by AI.
May 26, 2024
Wrecked is a wickedly dark, deliciously dangerous and pacy reverse harem academia story that is packed with suspense, tension, toe curling and spine tingling moments that leave you on the edge of your seat. Far from the lighthearted, this story is packed with darkness and so the trigger warnings will need to be read from the offset. Do not dive in blind!
Victoria knows all about darkness and dangerous. Brought up around ruthless, hard hearted and dangerous worlds - Victoria knows how the game needs to be played and she plays it well. Savage and passionate, Victoria knows who she can rely on to rule over the empire she is a part of. However, she should know…life always throws a dangerous curveball. When Victoria is faced with the past, can she weave her way through the haunting experiences and the hurt to find her way back to what she truly wants and desires? Will her past prove to be a part of her armour or the very thing that breaks it?
Savage, ruthless, spine tingling, delicious…this was everything my blackened soul needed and more. I was on the edge of my seat, fingers gripping the sides and desperately finding all the time I could to read. The story was pacy, packed and almighty punch and absolutely had me hooked from the very first page. Victoria had my heart from the second I realised how incredible a woman she was. Fearless, even when challenged, brave, strong and so unafraid to be herself. Her men. Savage, wild and strong…they were everything. I absolutely adore this world. I adored this story. Once again, Eve proves she can do no wrong!
Victoria knows all about darkness and dangerous. Brought up around ruthless, hard hearted and dangerous worlds - Victoria knows how the game needs to be played and she plays it well. Savage and passionate, Victoria knows who she can rely on to rule over the empire she is a part of. However, she should know…life always throws a dangerous curveball. When Victoria is faced with the past, can she weave her way through the haunting experiences and the hurt to find her way back to what she truly wants and desires? Will her past prove to be a part of her armour or the very thing that breaks it?
Savage, ruthless, spine tingling, delicious…this was everything my blackened soul needed and more. I was on the edge of my seat, fingers gripping the sides and desperately finding all the time I could to read. The story was pacy, packed and almighty punch and absolutely had me hooked from the very first page. Victoria had my heart from the second I realised how incredible a woman she was. Fearless, even when challenged, brave, strong and so unafraid to be herself. Her men. Savage, wild and strong…they were everything. I absolutely adore this world. I adored this story. Once again, Eve proves she can do no wrong!
April 19, 2025
DNFd at 37%
so there is "cheating," so if that's a TW, just be aware. so the story is typical of a lot of other Mafia University Style books. the problem is it's lacking in World building and depth of the characters. like for instance we're told that one of the reasons 1 of the MCs went to this specific school was because of their father had gone there. but it's never really acknowledged if it's a crime/mafia university or if there is just the organizations there at a normal university. they also mentioned some sort of society on campus but I can't remember the name of it. I don't know it feels like we kind of like we're dropped into the middle of a story and are missing the first three chapters And they just sprinkle random things Throughout the chapters Instead of Covering those things like the society Club On campus. there's a point in this story where they go out to a local Club and they murder people there. then there's another scene in the beginning where they murder someone else and it's just kind of unrealistic on the amount of murder they're doing especially if they're at a normal university. then there's also this other storyline where the FMC is getting like stalker boxes on their front porch. idl it just feels like alots going on and nothings really being explained.
so there is "cheating," so if that's a TW, just be aware. so the story is typical of a lot of other Mafia University Style books. the problem is it's lacking in World building and depth of the characters. like for instance we're told that one of the reasons 1 of the MCs went to this specific school was because of their father had gone there. but it's never really acknowledged if it's a crime/mafia university or if there is just the organizations there at a normal university. they also mentioned some sort of society on campus but I can't remember the name of it. I don't know it feels like we kind of like we're dropped into the middle of a story and are missing the first three chapters And they just sprinkle random things Throughout the chapters Instead of Covering those things like the society Club On campus. there's a point in this story where they go out to a local Club and they murder people there. then there's another scene in the beginning where they murder someone else and it's just kind of unrealistic on the amount of murder they're doing especially if they're at a normal university. then there's also this other storyline where the FMC is getting like stalker boxes on their front porch. idl it just feels like alots going on and nothings really being explained.
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June 27, 2025
I really tried to enjoy this but... I just couldnt gel with it.
The storyline was a bit flimsy. A modern attempt at bonnie and Clyde with Victoria and Cian. But almost immediately were thrown into a heavy want relationship between Victoria and Cians "brother" Like, starting hot and heavy with series sexting... It just felt... I don't know.... Like I've missed a chunk of background..?
Cian is a quick to anger, possessive, obsessed character and those traits go double for Victoria... But it's OK to share her?
It felt like I was missing something.
The box left on the step would have been interesting but it was overshadowed with the "love story."
And of course Cian was about to come head of the Irish Mafia....this again was rushed in...
It needed a bit more depth in all of it. The sexual acts happened too quick... Or maybe they didn't I don't Know..
I apologise to the author. I really did try to like it. It did have potential but it felt like I was missing parts....
The storyline was a bit flimsy. A modern attempt at bonnie and Clyde with Victoria and Cian. But almost immediately were thrown into a heavy want relationship between Victoria and Cians "brother" Like, starting hot and heavy with series sexting... It just felt... I don't know.... Like I've missed a chunk of background..?
Cian is a quick to anger, possessive, obsessed character and those traits go double for Victoria... But it's OK to share her?
It felt like I was missing something.
The box left on the step would have been interesting but it was overshadowed with the "love story."
And of course Cian was about to come head of the Irish Mafia....this again was rushed in...
It needed a bit more depth in all of it. The sexual acts happened too quick... Or maybe they didn't I don't Know..
I apologise to the author. I really did try to like it. It did have potential but it felt like I was missing parts....
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May 25, 2024
Are you looking for a Dark mafia romance that sends shivers down your spine, and tingles to your toes? With a Psycho MMC, addictive obsessions and love? A little bit (or a lot of bit) unhinged? Wrecked by Eve Newton is the book for you. Cian is insane, for Victoria, and Victoria is such a strong character she is able to handle anything that comes her way, including Luke and Gianluca ;)
Ok yes their love is a little bit Toxic, but aren't the best romances always a little bit toxic? Romeo and Juliet, Joker and Harley?
Yes this is a Dark Romance, but it is OH so Good! I am so glad that the 2nd book is released with this one! I did not want to stop reading, Victoria is so amazing, yes she is a little derailed and deranged and maybe a dash of insane, but a FMC who is sweet and a psycho? I am all here for it!!
Ok yes their love is a little bit Toxic, but aren't the best romances always a little bit toxic? Romeo and Juliet, Joker and Harley?
Yes this is a Dark Romance, but it is OH so Good! I am so glad that the 2nd book is released with this one! I did not want to stop reading, Victoria is so amazing, yes she is a little derailed and deranged and maybe a dash of insane, but a FMC who is sweet and a psycho? I am all here for it!!
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May 20, 2024
I could not put this book down!!! I was instantly hooked by Cian and Victoria. Eve has a way of writing thier characthers where thier chemistry jumped off the page! (I had to fan myself down!!). Then you have the ever watchful Luke and the charmingly forward Gianluca. Victoria is a bada$$ FMC, slightly unhinged from her past (part real, part her persona), but she holds her own with these Mafia Boys. When her past collides with her present... Victoria's men get even more possessive and protective and holy cow... I am there for the party!
May 20, 2024
If you like Mafia reverse harem with twisted characters, then this book is for you. Victoria is a take charge, doesn't take sh#t MFC who knows exactly what she wants and goes after it . Cian is the MMC who is overly crazy for his woman and willing to do whatever she wants, just because he loves her. Overprotective, possessive, dark, Cian is a great book boyfriend. Then add in Luke and Gianluca and a stalker who all want Victoria. The storyline sucks you in, and you never want it to end. I would recommend this book for everyone.
May 21, 2024
Absolutely loving this story!!! This story is a RH dark mafia story and I absolutely devoured it. Love love these characters. Victoria is such a strong character. I really like her. Then again I really like all the guys in this story. Cian is insane for Victoria. Plus add in Luke and Gianluca and wow.
Story has lots of action from start to finish. Also let’s not forget steam. This story definitely made my entire day. Highly recommend reading.
Story has lots of action from start to finish. Also let’s not forget steam. This story definitely made my entire day. Highly recommend reading.
May 23, 2024
Can I have a new favorite? If so this is it for sure. Dark, gritty but I love it for sure. It tells the story of Victoria and Cian. We've met them before and this is their story. Set in a mafia university Black Briar and Victoria is the queen there for sure. Cian is obsessed and possessive of her but life might just throw a curveball. Can he deal? Also what is happening with Gianluca and Luke? Diving in book 2 right away! Rubbing my hands out of excitement.
November 5, 2025
Wrecked
Victoria Badass FMC that takes crazy to the next level, Cias and his best friends Luke and GiasLuka also ground Victoria with their own strengths. Victoria and the guys territory is being threatened and they are not willing to take it laying down, especially when Victoria is also being threatened and stalked. This wild adventure leaves us with a cliffhanger be prepared.
Victoria Badass FMC that takes crazy to the next level, Cias and his best friends Luke and GiasLuka also ground Victoria with their own strengths. Victoria and the guys territory is being threatened and they are not willing to take it laying down, especially when Victoria is also being threatened and stalked. This wild adventure leaves us with a cliffhanger be prepared.
January 2, 2026
This was a very interesting book. Honestly I expected to like it a lot more than I did. But I feel like there was so many plot holes and unanswered questions which I am sure get answered later in the series but it feels like the author was skipping around at times and at times I couldn't even tell who was having conversations with who because it was not clear. Overall the story and the plot are good and the ideas are good but it feels like the execution was missing something
May 20, 2024
Holy Whack-a-Mole....this book had me on the edge with every word. Cian is just down right toxic perfection! Luke has that sneaky perfection to him that makes you want more. Gianluca...man what a charmer with a beautiful side of vulnerability that I fell in love with instantly. I love how this one is different than the rest. Can not wait for more. Highly recommend this book and the author.
May 23, 2024
The bond between Cian and Victoria is dark, twisted, possessive, and more than a little toxic. Two more join the crew - Cian's right and left hand men. Throw in a some mystery and a chilling gift, and you have a great dark mafia romance. If you love an unhinged, badass FMC then this is the book for you.
May 23, 2024
Who doesn't love a mafia academy romance packed with red flags!!! Victoria and Cian are read flag galore. Their story is dark twisted and so so delicious. Cian would definitely burn down the world for Victoria. Now add in Luke and Gianluca and wow! Along with a darkness and spice there is mystery and intrigue! This is only the beginning for them.
May 24, 2024
This story had me at hello! I love a dark mafia romance, and this story was everything I could ask for! Eve Newton’s skill for drawing you in from the word go had me page turning so fast I didn’t realize the story was over until I ran out of pages. If you like a dark romance with likeable characters and plenty of amazing commotion throughout the story, I highly recommend this read!
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