BLACKOUT

by T.L Schick

Cruz
One way in. One way out.
The Brotherhood is my blood, my legacy, and my curse.
Born to protect our secrets and eliminate anyone who threatens them, I've built a life on power, wealth, and fear.
I had everything—until she crossed my path, challenging me with nothing more than a glance and a smart mouth.
Hadley Grace doesn’t know it yet, but she’s already mine.

Hadley Grace
Love? I've never seen it—not the real kind.
Adopted into privilege, I had everything money could buy... except the one thing that mattered.
Whitmore University was supposed to be my escape, my chance to be free.
But freedom died the moment he saw me—the devil in a crown.
And the devil doesn't believe in letting go.

523 pages, Paperback

Published July 1, 2025

About the author

Behind the Author

Tracey Schick hasn't always been passionate about writing and storytelling but instead being the page-turner of many romance novels. She describes herself as a curious Author who loves exploring different themes and motifs. As part of her writing process, she loves immersing herself in all aspects of the project—diving headfirst into the research, production, and fine-tuning of the stories they feel are the most worthy of telling.

Reviews

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

There are plenty of Triggers so please make sure you read those before hand!

This book was amazing! We have a secret brotherhood society which if you have read any of those stories, you know they have their own types of rules.

We have the MMC Cruz who suffers from blackouts from a previous traumatic event and when he has his blackouts knowone is safe!

When Cruz runs into the FMC Hadley in the cafeteria at college he sets his eyes on her and makes it his mission to destroy her, his own little tinkerbell to destroy.

The FMC Hadley was adopted and has been kept secret from a lot of people. She has also experienced her own traumatic times in her past. She is set out to get out of her parents control and to move far away after college.

There are twists and turns and also heartbreak.

But damn the spice! 🥵 hot!

[Rudi · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book and did not want it to end! Do not skip over the trigger warnings because this book is dark and spicy! I love a good dark collage romance and enemies to lovers, and this book had it all and some!! The FMC is badass, and the MMC is so completely unhinged. It's terrifyingly sexy!! I was constantly left on the edge of my seat and questioning what was going to happen next, all while trying to figure out things for myself!! I really hope this ends up a series, as there is definitely so much more story to be told!!!

[Kelley West Gemeiner · Rating 5 out of 5]

omg She does it again. I love this group of characters and can't wait to read more of them. This book was hard to read at first, because I hated Cruz just like Hailey did. By the end of the book I was enamored by Cruz. I am so glad they find each other and became the perfect couple.

[Alicia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Okay probably one of the spiciest books I have EVER read 🥵

Cruz is absolutely unhinged but in the most loving way. Hadley Grace is the only person who can get through to him and save him from the depths of his trauma. And for that, he would burn the world down for her.

This book had me angry, giggling, biting my lip, and crying. It's super vulgar and raunchy so if you're a dark romance fan, this NEEDS to be on your TBR! And while there's plenty of spice, there's also a great plot to follow.

I loved this story and I can't wait to read more about these characters!