Bleed With Me

by Ashlynn Author

Leaving everything behind was a shock to the system. My parents sending me away to St. Valentines University for the sins I’ve committed only led me into the arms of a boy who matched my energy. What happens when two killers with a kink for blood play collide? What do they create? Two monsters obsessed with each other? Maybe.

Cults. Initiates. Murder. Consequences.

When his future and my past come crashing into us, burning everything in their wake, where does that leave us? With no choice but to run.

Blood. Sweat. Tears. Obsession.

In the end, is it worth it? Can our love withstand the hurricane and tornado that chase us, paying with our lives, or are we better off submitting to the life already written for us?

Will you bleed with me, my sinister valentine?

Bleed With Me is a fleshed-out continuation of Hayes and Liviana’s story and is a dark romance with erotic horror elements. If you previously read Sinister Valentine, you will see chapters 1-11 within this book.

Genres: Dark Romance, Dark

225 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 14, 2025

Reviews

[Inara Reads Dark and Twisted · Rating 5 out of 5]

Here we are again, back in St. Valentines, following the story of Liv and Hayes. Everything starts when Liv is sent by her parents to St. Valentines, and that’s where she meets Hayes😏

Like most of Ashlynn’s books, the plot is really well put together, it flows nicely, then it gets twisted, dark, bloody (as the title suggests), and as always, it leaves you with an ending that makes you desperate for more🖤🖤😱😱

I also really like the dynamic between Liv and Hayes, how their relationship evolves, how they both change, how Hayes is before meeting Liv and how he is after. Even though it’s a bad boy story, he’s got a heart, and she’s an absolute badass, seriously tough. I love their chemistry and the fact that they’re both equally insane, in the best way possible?? 🤭🤭

Anyway, I really liked the book. And that ending, I’m dying for the next one. The plot twist leaves you wanting more and completely bald because you’ve pulled all your hair out.

So yeah, 5 stars, highly recommended, just like every other Ashlynn book I’ve read so far. I love her writing, the way she tells her stories and develops the plot.

[Neapolitan670 📚🖤 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Soooo…processing this one 😬

Liviana, is sent away due to her violent tendencies. The university she arrives at is St. Valentines which you will know all about if you read Sinister Valentine, here they don’t just teach, beneath the halls lies the tombs and what happens there, stays there. Liv’s eyes are drawn to one of the hockey team, non other than Hayes Valentine and it seems he feels the same electric pull towards her too. Lots happens, to each of them throughout this story…that’s all I shall say!

𝘐 𝘥𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘐’𝘮 𝘥𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘯𝘺𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦. (Same girl, same 🤣🤣)

Once again, Ashlynn’s prowess in bringing you a storyline you don’t want to step away from, her narrative leading to effective visuals just adds to the whole story. Once you enter, you are hit with m^rder, spicy scenes, disappearances, university shenanigans, ‘The Divine’ until the end and boy! Did that hit you out of nowhere, I simply cannot wait for the next instalment…I need my fix now! 😱

[Susete Kunkel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am so ready to throw a tantrum because Ashlynn is killing me 😭. Sinister Valentine ended with what I thought was a huge cliffhanger. Back in February, I had no idea what this author was going to put me through (in the best way). That book was my introduction to her, and let me tell you—she writes an even bigger cliffhanger in EVERY SINGLE BOOK!

The way this one ends made me see red, because I’ve been hooked on this couple for nine months. They’re literally my babies at this point 🤭🤭.

The story itself is amazing. I loved how we got a little recap of what happened in Sinister, but I do wish we’d gotten more brand-new chapters since only the last few were completely new content.

Still, this series is pure addiction. If you like dark romance, I definitely recommend it.

Now I’m going to go cry until Ashlynn gives us more 😭.

[Candis Arnett · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC Review

We are back to St. Valentines University!! After the way Sinister Valentine ended I knew I wasn't going to be able to put Bleed With Me down! I love Hayes and Liviana!! The chemistry between them is undeniable and very bratty! Liviana and Hayes match energy with zero judgment! Liviana is an absolute baddie that can definitely hold her own. (Just ask Hayes about his nose!) And Dillon can F all the way off!! However...that. F'ing. Ending... I'm shattered. Crushed! I know we just got some, but now I need more answers!

[MAYRA ARMENTA · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bleed With Me by: Ashlynn

This woman writes dark so well! If you’re craving your next dark academia romance filled with secret-society intrigue and “touch them and 🪦” vibes, this one is for you.

It’s a fast, addictive read following Liv and Hayes through their twisted insta-connection romance. She’s leaving home to rebuild her life, and he’s just trying to survive a world he was forced into. When their paths collide, the pull is instant—intense, steamy, and dangerously consuming. They quickly realize they’re more alike than either expected.

But with an unorthodox university built on manipulation, trials, and power plays, will they survive what’s coming for them? Read it and find out.

Ashlynn, as always, plays the mind games masterfully, gripping the reader from page one. I couldn’t put this down. High spice, high tension, and a storyline that hooks you start to finish.

4/5 stars.

[Melissa Keifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holy fricken Secret Societies and Hockey Gods.... Y'all this story was amazing and twisted and you think you know whats going to happen but nope something completely from the other side of the Cathedral comes to play. But y'all these characters Hayes and Liviana are absolutely amazing and intense and SPICYYYY ... 100000% recommend this but as always check them triggers y'all

[Amber · Rating 4 out of 5]

Back at St. Valentine's with the continuation of Hayes and Liv's story. We see more of their twisted and toxic relationship. We see more of Hayes' initiation into The Divine and learn more of Liv's past. This novella is very dark and ends on an unpleasant cliffhanger. Cannot wait to see how it ends.

[Krystle Gardoll · Rating 5 out of 5]

Check the triggers

Ash always writes incredible and when I found out we'd get more of Hayes and Liv i knew i needed it.

The book was part of an anthology but Bleed With me gives you more of the lies, the secrets, their story.

Spice is always spicing.
The angst is the
Touch him/her and die

And the damn cliffhanger woman lol

[Jojobean_reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved Sinister Valentine. I was always adamant that I needed more. Thank you Ashlynn for giving me more lol.

I have never been in love with and been so angry at an MMC before and dont even get me started on that ending.
The rage was raging for me at the end of this and I almost threw my phone 🤣
Having to wait for the next one is gonna k!ll me 🤣.

[🖤 alyssa 🩶 · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved reading Liviana & Hayes’s story in Bleed With Me, and cannot wait for it to be continued!! The instant, undeniable connection between them was sizzling and the development of their relationship was awesome 🖤 Their banter flowed easily and was hilarious at times, and just so unbelievably hot at others! They both have quite the mouths on them 😍

Liviana is such a strong fmc with an unfiltered mouth, and she isn’t afraid to stand up to people, not even the god of gods himself 😏 She carries herself confidently, and I loved her teasing Hayes when they first met, especially that scene at the black light party, holy wow 🥵 But i loved her even more once she staked her claim and they got together! Liv finally embraces her feelings, and we find out more about her true personality. I can’t wait to find out even more about her and her past ❤️

Hayes is the definition of touch her and ☠️ and I was there for it every step of the way! He also has a soft side that’s revealed and that was really sweet to read. His note to Liviana showed his dominant, obsessive sides, but also revealed his deeper feelings, and it was simply perfect 🖤 I love that he has an emotional side to him, and with that he also struggles with inner conflicts about the Divine and his brother. Watching him struggle with his feelings and having doubts about Liviana at first was cute, and i love seeing a man jealous & protective of his girl 😍 When he finally got with Liviana it was clear that they were a perfect match for each other 🖤 He has a vulnerable side, and when he opened up a little to her, Liviana accepted him with no questions asked or needed 🥹

This was a fantastic read that made me laugh, sweat, swoon, and made my jaw drop at times! It was really well written and the spicy scenes were truly something else 🥵🔥 Both characters were strong and bold, and i loved how their relationship played out at the end of the book—they really are the perfect pair! I cannot wait for the follow up to their story, it can’t come soon enough!! That cliffhanger is going to leave me hungry for more until it comes out, because I absolutely devoured this. 🖤😍❤️

[Amanda Unapologetically Unhinged · Rating 5 out of 5]

Where is the option to choose more than 5 ⭐️'s at???? Seriously this book deserves a whole damn Universe full of stars! This book grabs you by the metaphorical balls right from the first chapter & then leaves you hanging on the edge of a cliff for dear life at the end!! (I honestly am beginning to believe that mind melting cliffhangers are Ashlynn's superpower!!)

I absolutely love what a beautiful badass Liviana is! I mean yeah she is kinda unhinged but personally I think it's in the best way possible! Then bring in Hayes (there's just something about him I'm obsessed with, plus he's super talented with his pen 😉), he's as equally unhinged as Liv, if not more so. Honestly the pair are perfectly imperfect for each other, a match made in Hell! To quote Hayes, "this girl is going to be my ruin and my Damnation." This book has everything you could want in a dark romance! The secret society aspect (the Divine), the games (like Manhunt), the hockey, the touch her & di3 attitude, & of course you can’t leave out the top notch spice (which Ashlynn always exceeds expectations)🥵🥵🥵! I loved absolutely everything about this book (well except now I'm having to impatiently wait for the next one)! I can't wait to read whatever she blesses us with next!

[Kai · Rating 5 out of 5]

In this installment, we return to St. Valentine’s and continue Liv and Hayes’ compelling journey. Liv’s arrival—prompted by her protective parents—sets the stage for a fateful encounter with Hayes, whose enigmatic presence immediately draws her in. Ashlynn delivers a seamless, well-crafted narrative filled with twists, shadows, and violence, all woven together in a way that keeps readers fully engaged.

The evolving dynamic between Liv and Hayes is one of the novel’s greatest strengths. Their relationship evolves naturally from an initial attraction into a deeper, more nuanced understanding that reflects meaningful character development. Hayes, the rebellious bad boy with an unexpectedly genuine heart, and Liv, fierce and resilient in her own right, share an undeniable chemistry. Their impulsive decisions and high-stakes moments only highlight the intensity of their connection.

Ashlynn’s distinctive voice, compelling storytelling, and expert plotting continue to impress. And, true to form, her signature cliffhangers never fail to leave readers on edge. She delivers yet another ending that lands with a punch—one that will have you anxiously awaiting the next installment.

[Mirra Mitchell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Here we are again at St. Valentines, continuing Liv and Hayes' story. Liv is sent there by her protective parents, leading to a fateful meeting with Hayes, whose intriguing presence sparks a connection. Ashlynn’s well-crafted, seamless narrative guides through twists, darkness, and bloodshed—leaving readers eager for more. I love the nuanced dynamic between Liv and Hayes, how their relationship grows from attraction to understanding, showing character transformation. Hayes, a rebellious bad boy with a genuine heart, and Liv, a fierce, resilient badass, have electric chemistry and shared impulsive acts that emphasize their magnetic bond.

Ashlynn’s distinctive writing style, compelling storytelling, and skillful plot development continue to impress me. Ashlynn and her cliffhangers, man, I don't expect anything different this lady and her cliffhangers will have you about to lose your mind and pull your hair wait for the next book to drop. I don't expect anything less every single book I have had the opportunity to read hit you with the one-two with the ending.

[OooLaLa Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

This Duet Is Going to Ruin Me & I Want More

OMG BESTIES… "Bleed With Me" by Ashlynn had me clutching my Kindle until 3am gasping. Liviana and Hayes? Yeah… these two are straight-up psych0tic, and I ate up every d€rang€d second of it.

This is Book 1 of a duet, and trust me, it feels like the first hit of a drug you definitely shouldn’t want but absolutely do. It’s dark romance with erotic horror elements: heavy blood play, a cult, secrets, lies, and obs€ssion so toxic it somehow becomes a love language. Liviana is delightfully unhing€d, Hayes is dangerously poss€ssiv€, and together they’re pure chaos wrapped in gore and sm€x.

The ending is... ROUGH. And that cliffhanger... A doozy. A scream-into-your-pillow kind of doozy. So, Besties… grab your emotional support beverage and bleed with them.

My Ratings: ⭐ 4.5/5 ▪︎ 🥵 4/5

🥀 For my rating scale breakdown, head over to my Goodreads &/or Amazon profile! 🖤

[Valkyrice · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was my first encounter with this writer. And, well, tvl. Really rough reading. With this book, it is necessary, in any fucking case, to read the warning. Because this is really not for everyone.

I have nothing against rougher sex, or blood and various practices, but the ending killed me a little. I was expecting anything but this.

The book was very well written, readable and fast. Big open ending, of course.

Liv was amazing, tough and as they say in our country, she didn't give a shit (nesere si do huby), which I really liked.

Hayes, well, wrinkled, as these rich guys tend to be. I liked him until he and Liv were cool. At the end, I didn't like him anymore, but maybe I'll give him a chance in the final part.

In short, the book was a massacre, dark and twisted, like all the protagonists, but I need a sequel to be able to judge objectively.

Note. (more like 5/5 for me):
Story: 🫀4
Spice: 🔥 5
Action: 🥷3
FMC: 👰 5
MMC: 🫅I don't know, 50/50

[Christie Wilcox · Rating 3 out of 5]

Bleed with Me by Ashlynn

MMC - Hayes Valentine
FMC - Liviana Jericho

🏒unhinged obsessed hockey MMC
🔥foul mouthed sassy spitfire FMC
🏒secret society

‼️‼️ CHECK TRIGGER WARNINGS: this contains GRAPE 🍇 ‼️‼️


ARC review:
I read the ARC for Sinister Valentine whenever that came out. Now, I’m ARC reading this one as well. I love being back into this world. These were all short stories that would have made awesome regular books. I’m glad to be seeing that done here with this one.
Liviana is sent away due to her violent tendencies. The university she attends is St. Valentines which you will know all about if you read Sinister Valentine or the books in that shared world. She’s an unhinged badass! I loved her spitfire throughout the story.
But fuck that ending! I seriously coulda done without the 🍇 that was SO WRONG! So SO so wrong 😑 I didn’t care for that cliffhanger. I seriously need to know what happens next. It needs to be a dream if not — i dont know what I’ll do. This lost points for me 🤷🏻‍♀️

[DJJarvisReads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bleed with Me by Ashlynn had me in a chokehold the entire time I was reading it. I literally did not want to put it down. I loved the dark mystery vibes that it has, and I’m honestly still processing what ended up happening. No spoilers, but if you’ve read any of Ashlynn’s books you know that they all have killer cliff hangers. This one was no exception, and now I have to patiently wait until the next book. Which I know it’ll be worth the wait! I really loved Liv and Hayes. I loved their dynamic. They were so well written. So much toxicity and obsession. I ate it up! Ashlynn did such a great job with this story.

I definitely recommend this book. It’s a 5 star read from me. If you love mystery vibes, secret societies, obsession, and spice with a plot line, then this one is for you! Definitely check the trigger warnings first!

[Margaret Anne · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this one would be a quick read having previously read sinister valentine. As much as I remembered most of it there was the odd bit that I had forgotten.

So this one does contain the chapters from Sinister Valentine it just be elaborated and extended. So now we have how / why Liv got to Valentine University. We also get the toxic relationship between Liv and Hayes. I'm not saying that its a bad thing but given that they have only know each other about a week they do have a fair few bodies between them.

I knew going into it that it was gonna have a cliff hanger but I wasn't expecting that one. I really hope that Hayes is doing what he is doing for both their safety and hope that Liv can forgive him so that they can go on a revenge mission against the order / brotherhood together. I do think the 2 of them working together could do some major damage.

[Dark.AltReader · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bleed With Me by started as part of the St Valentine Series following Hayes Valentine and Liviana story.
When new girl Liv, whose anger and attitude gets her sent away to a boarding school, she thinks her secrets safe. What she doesn't expect is for the school to have darker and more depraved secrets that run further then the foundation it was built upon, or to meet hockey player Hayes who has his own secrets.
The chemistry between the characters instantly was done phenomenally. But this is what readers have all come to know and love from Ashlynn.
She took this mini novella and extended it into this masterpiece that left us in quiet the cliffhanger. This was a phenomenal read and I'm so happy we got a backstory of Liv and what got her sent to St.Valentines.
Excuse me while I go pull at my roots because I'm not ready to wait for the next book in the series.

[Samantha · Rating 4 out of 5]

A new girl, a college with secrets that run deep in through the foundation, and hockey player torn between them - right up my alley.
It's dark, it's dirty, it's gritty, it's bloody, it's nasty, and I enjoyed every word of it.
As a novella, this goes fast, it goes hard, and it runs wild and free. It's got teeth and claws and I'm all for the bite!
The world of the college is dark and mysterious and everything that's going on with Hayes and Liv and the cult they find themselves in the eye kept me turning the page and going hmmmm. Do tell!
This was super spicy and a great way to spend 150 pages just going yessssssss.
Lots of trigger warnings, don't skip on those. This was NOT for the squeamish.

[Alana Vera · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you haven’t read a book by Ashlynn before, please CHECK TRIGGERS WARNINGS! If you have read her work before then you know you’re about to be taken on a dark and depraved ride.

This book takes us back to more of St Valentines University. After reading Sinister Valentine I just knew I needed more, and this book absolutely delivers. In true Ashlynn style it is dark, sexy and oh so good! Dark hockey meets cult meets absolute chaos. I freaking loved every second of it! Liv is a badass and thrives with the darkness and possessiveness that is Hayes.

I absolutely love how Ashlynn writes. It’s always fast paced and has you on the edge of your seat, unable to put it down till you know what happens next. I cant wait to read more in book 2.

[Jomyps · Rating 5 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Just finished Bleed With Me by Ashlynn and damn, this dark romance hits so many nails on the head. It mixes gritty obsession, mystery, and a horror-tinged love that feels brutally real. The way Ashlynn weaves in secrets, danger, and raw emotion… it’s addictive. I stayed up way too late because I needed to know how far they’d go.

What really stuck with me was how the characters felt haunted — not just by their pasts, but by each other. Their bond is twisted, scarred, and deeply intense. Even when things got disturbing, there was this pulse of longing and fear that made it impossible to turn away. If you want a romance that’s sexy, shadowy, and emotionally ruthless, this book is exactly the kind of read to destroy you (in the best way).

[Athena, the goddess of books · Rating 5 out of 5]

After reading Sinister Valentine I was left wondering about the story between Liv and Hayes and boy do we learn more here...

Set at St. Valentine’s University, the story follows Liviana Jericho, a troubled young woman fleeing a violent past, and Hayes Valentine, the dangerous hockey player bound by his family’s occult blood cult, The Divine.

She comes to the university hoping for a fresh start, and soon sparks fly between her and Hayes. But what she doesn’t say is that she already has a boyfriend—one who’s about to turn everything upside down. I can hardly wait to see where all of this will lead.

And the twist at the ending...I don't know how they will get back from this...

[Kayla T · Rating 5 out of 5]

When I originally read the St. Valentines shared world, I knew I needed more of Liv and Hayes, so when I saw Ashlynn was expanding their story, I instantly knew I needed to read it. The expansion of their story was wonderful. I absolutely loved seeing Hayes and his unhinged personality. Liv was a strong FMC, and I enjoyed every bit of her character. I love the nickname Shortstack too.

The author adding the trigger warnings at the beginning of the chapters that needed it was a great addition. This helps readers be able to skip specific content if they need to.

The ending had me wanting so much more. If you like a book with a cliffy that is nice and dark, then this one is for you.

[Siara Walls · Rating 5 out of 5]

So thankful to have received this ARC, and now I am running to read the St. Valentines series because how have I not already?!

Okay so one thing for sure, two things for certain... Ashlynn is going to leave you on a cliff hanger... I literally can’t wait for the next book!!! Because like what the hell was this ending girl!?

I was immediately obsessed with Hayes and Liviana from the first few chapters. Liv was taking absolutely no nonsense from Hayes and I was here for it! The dynamic between these two was 🤏🏾… literally ATE. IT. UP! The toxicity and possessiveness was just hot as hell. And that locker room scene... I am still thinking about it. 🥵

If you’re into mysteries, secret societies, blood play, and a shit ton of touch him/her & literally get yeeted off a cliff, then I highly recommend this book.

As always with any Ashlynn book, check your trigger warnings. I myself ignore them every single time, but I like this dark shit a whole lot! 😅

[MorallyGreyMuse · Rating 4 out of 5]

I went into this already bracing myself because Ashlynn has never once let me breathe, and this book kept that streak going. I loved being back at St. Valentines University, and I fell right back into the chaos surrounding Liv and Hayes. Their chemistry grabbed me from the start and I enjoyed how explosive and unfiltered they are together. I liked getting a quick refresher on what went down in Sinister Valentine before everything started spiraling again. I couldn't stop reading. The tension, the dark academia atmosphere, the secret society mess, and the bond between them made this story feel impossible to walk away from. And the ending had me absolutely fuming and now I need more right now.

[Tracy Booktalk · Rating 5 out of 5]

I need book 2 right now! Ashlynn you have outdone yourself! So many feelings running through me. If you love dark, dark top tier romance this is the author for you.
I loved Liviana from the first chapter. She has gone through so much and still overcame all of it. The way the author pulled it all together in the last chapter I was in shock. And I dare you to find a bad boy like Hayes. His level of debauchery and viciousness Is beyond anything I have ever read.
I highly recommend this book. The spice is out of this world. The suspense will cut you to your core. Bleed With Me should be at the top of your TBR. I will be praising this book to all my friends.

[Nadia Hinojosa · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the first book in the Bleeding Veins Duet. I first read some part of this story when it was a part of the St. Valentine’s series. I loved this story and needed to know more about these characters.
This story was crazy, demented and epic! If you love dark, twisted and psychotic reads this book is for you! Forget morally grey, these characters are straight up pitch black. The story was amazing, twisted and unhinged!!
Thank you, Ashlynn, for this brilliant and twisted story. This book was even better than the first one! Now I need to read the last and final book in this duet. I need to see how this story ends!!

[KayCee · Rating 5 out of 5]

After reading Sinister Valentine at the beginning of the year I couldn't wait to see what came next for them. Liv and Hayes are dark depraved people who have things in common they never dreamed of. Liv is sent to a school in Colorado because she unalived someone. Hayes is one of the first people she meets and though she's disgusted by him, she can't deny the pull. Hayes has never been serious about anyone, but something about Liv draws him in. They're fire and ice, all passion and sass, and even more secrets. A fast burn, quick read with a cliffhanger ending.

[Avelon Author · Rating 5 out of 5]

Liviana Jericho & Hayes Valentine - A Dark Romance
This is the parts part of their story, a continuation of the previously published novelette “Sinister Valentine”. This Novella ends on a huge cliffhanger and I’m screaming to know the rest of their story. Will the secret cult Devine win in their cruelty or will their love survive and be their salvation. Not to mention the unwanted boyfriend claiming he will end her quit literally. I’m rooting for them but who knows how they will get out of this situation now. I’m looking forward to reading the conclusion to their story