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Ruin us, Darling (A Masked Men, Why Choose, Novella)
Three years ago, they ghosted me.
No explanation. No goodbye.
And when I ended up where I swore I’d never be, they broke me in a way I didn’t see coming.
Then came Fright Night, and I ran straight into the arms of three masked strangers.
I saw their sins.
Felt their darkness.
Learned their forbidden secrets.
Desire is a dangerous game, and I’ve never been one to play it safe. But once I taste their danger, there’s no turning back. I’m trapped between an obsession that can destroy me and the monsters I can’t stop dreaming about.
And if they choose to break me, they’ll leave me in ruin.
No explanation. No goodbye.
And when I ended up where I swore I’d never be, they broke me in a way I didn’t see coming.
Then came Fright Night, and I ran straight into the arms of three masked strangers.
I saw their sins.
Felt their darkness.
Learned their forbidden secrets.
Desire is a dangerous game, and I’ve never been one to play it safe. But once I taste their danger, there’s no turning back. I’m trapped between an obsession that can destroy me and the monsters I can’t stop dreaming about.
And if they choose to break me, they’ll leave me in ruin.
- GenresDark Romance
234 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 29, 2025
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October 18, 2025
Holy Spice! Who would say No to three hot tattoo Men that worships the ground you walk on…. Well Bailey. But it didn’t start out that way.
Roman, Colton, and Jace Being sworn in by the Elders and there is rules to abide by ! Bailey was one of them .
The chemistry between Roman , Jace , and Colton was Hot🔥, spicy 🌶️, and lovable 💙
The author kept me on my toes , turning the pages wanting to know more . The tension building up
between these guys wanting Bailey but knowing they could put her in danger ⚠️ But they get the bright idea use Halloween as a cover up , wearing Mask and finally getting a little taste of their girl without putting her in danger.
I will not give anymore away!!!! Get the book and make sure you cross those legs . Happy Readying !!!!
Roman, Colton, and Jace Being sworn in by the Elders and there is rules to abide by ! Bailey was one of them .
The chemistry between Roman , Jace , and Colton was Hot🔥, spicy 🌶️, and lovable 💙
The author kept me on my toes , turning the pages wanting to know more . The tension building up
between these guys wanting Bailey but knowing they could put her in danger ⚠️ But they get the bright idea use Halloween as a cover up , wearing Mask and finally getting a little taste of their girl without putting her in danger.
I will not give anymore away!!!! Get the book and make sure you cross those legs . Happy Readying !!!!
October 25, 2025
Okay Octavia 👏🏻 This book has sold me on immediately purchasing every single one of her books!
I mean the spice alone! 🥵 Three dangerous, Hot, tattooed MMCs..who are all in love with each other and absolutely obsessed with the FMC!
“We’d unravel all her darkest fantasies buried so deep within her that no one but us could ever reach them.”
This is a masked men, why choose Halloween Novella. Bailey is our pink haired FMC. She has always had an obsession with her Step-Brother (Roman) and his two best-friends (Jace and Colton) But in true fashion they can’t have her. Well that is until that true “F*ck It” Moment. I mean need I say more…
Filled with twists and turns and spice that will make you sweat. It’s a quick and easy must read!
As always check your triggers, your mental health matters!
~Tropes~
🖤Obsessed MMC'S
🖤 Stepbrother
🖤 Primal Play
🖤 Multiple MM Scenes
🖤 🔪 Play
🖤 Forbidden Love
Thank you Octavia Knightley for the opportunity to ARC read this! As always my reviews are honest and 100% my own! 🖤
I mean the spice alone! 🥵 Three dangerous, Hot, tattooed MMCs..who are all in love with each other and absolutely obsessed with the FMC!
“We’d unravel all her darkest fantasies buried so deep within her that no one but us could ever reach them.”
This is a masked men, why choose Halloween Novella. Bailey is our pink haired FMC. She has always had an obsession with her Step-Brother (Roman) and his two best-friends (Jace and Colton) But in true fashion they can’t have her. Well that is until that true “F*ck It” Moment. I mean need I say more…
Filled with twists and turns and spice that will make you sweat. It’s a quick and easy must read!
As always check your triggers, your mental health matters!
~Tropes~
🖤Obsessed MMC'S
🖤 Stepbrother
🖤 Primal Play
🖤 Multiple MM Scenes
🖤 🔪 Play
🖤 Forbidden Love
Thank you Octavia Knightley for the opportunity to ARC read this! As always my reviews are honest and 100% my own! 🖤
October 20, 2025
Octavia I am becoming increasing obsessed with your writing.
ladies be prepared this on is spicyyy like sizzling spice. I was so here for it with the Halloween vibes and three masked men who will drop to their knees for you and worship the ground you walk on absolutely delicious and bailey is a badass and i love her.
We didn't just get spice only, no we get plot and i am still so intrigued about this secret society and i cant wait to see where it goes
ladies be prepared this on is spicyyy like sizzling spice. I was so here for it with the Halloween vibes and three masked men who will drop to their knees for you and worship the ground you walk on absolutely delicious and bailey is a badass and i love her.
We didn't just get spice only, no we get plot and i am still so intrigued about this secret society and i cant wait to see where it goes
October 19, 2025
This one was ok. The spice was good, but the plot felt kind of farfetched. The ending was a bit abrupt too.
January 12, 2026
3.75⭐️
October 28, 2025
I have no words but oh my god I love it check it out I enjoyed it :) I love me a dark romance and this filled my heart then just ugh
October 16, 2025
𝔅𝔞𝔦𝔩𝔢𝔶 𝔦𝔰 𝔱𝔥𝔢 𝔬𝔫𝔢 𝔴𝔬𝔪𝔞𝔫 𝔴𝔢'𝔳𝔢 𝔞𝔩𝔴𝔞𝔶𝔰 𝔴𝔞𝔫𝔱𝔢𝔡, 𝔟𝔲𝔱 𝔰𝔴𝔬𝔯𝔢 𝔲𝔫𝔡𝔢𝔯 𝔬𝔞𝔱𝔥 𝔱𝔥𝔞𝔱 𝔴𝔢’𝔡 𝔫𝔢𝔳𝔢𝔯 𝔱𝔬𝔲𝔠𝔥.
This book checks off all the boxes of the perfect dark romance for me.
✔️ masked men 👺
✔️ fright night party 👻
✔️ why choose 🎉
✔️ 3️⃣ hot tattooed men
✔️ Possessive mmcs
✔️ secret society 🤫
✔️ filthy nasty spicy scenes 🥵
Bailey finds herself in a tough situation and is forced to seek out her stepbrother for a place to crash for the night. While staying, she stumbles upon something she never should have seen, and definitely shouldn’t have stayed to watch. Her bestie Sarah drags her to the most popular Halloween party in town the next night for a little decompress and rebound opportunity. Little does Bailey know, she’s already being watched and waited for…
“𝔚𝔢'𝔯𝔢 𝔶𝔬𝔲𝔯 𝔡𝔞𝔯𝔨𝔢𝔰𝔱 𝔰𝔦𝔫, 𝔏𝔦𝔱𝔱𝔩𝔢 ℌ𝔞𝔯𝔩𝔢𝔮𝔲𝔦𝔫, 𝔞𝔫𝔡 𝔴𝔢 𝔴𝔦𝔩𝔩 𝔰𝔥𝔞𝔱𝔱𝔢𝔯 𝔢𝔳𝔢𝔯𝔶 𝔩𝔞𝔰𝔱 𝔭𝔦𝔢𝔠𝔢 𝔬𝔣 𝔶𝔬𝔲 𝔲𝔫𝔱𝔦𝔩 𝔶𝔬𝔲'𝔯𝔢 𝔟𝔢𝔤𝔤𝔦𝔫𝔤 𝔣𝔬𝔯 𝔞 𝔱𝔞𝔰𝔱𝔢 𝔬𝔣 𝔬𝔲𝔯 𝔰𝔞𝔩𝔳𝔞𝔱𝔦𝔬𝔫.”
Every dark, depraved part of my soul was satisfied with this book! The dynamic between the guys is written perfectly, drawing you in and wishing you could just exist in their world and be the object of their desires. Each guy has their own distinct personality, and the way they each interact with Bailey differently really gives you an intense feeling of how much they need her.
Bailey herself is one of my favorite FMCs in a long time! She’s a baddie, who suffered through a lot of rough times and still has fight left in her. She’s not afraid to embrace her wild side and when the time comes to demand what she wants, this girl owns it and it had me screaming and cheering for her!
“𝔗𝔥𝔢𝔫 𝔰𝔥𝔲𝔱 𝔱𝔥𝔢 𝔣𝔲𝔠𝔨 𝔲𝔭 𝔞𝔫𝔡 𝔥𝔞𝔳𝔢 𝔞 𝔱𝔞𝔰𝔱𝔢,”
The plot twists in the story were executed perfectly and I was completely caught by surprise! You’ll be reading a novella, but with the amount of detail, memorable one-liners, and relatable emotions, you get the experience of a full length book, without waiting too long for some high quality spice❤️🔥❤️🔥
This book checks off all the boxes of the perfect dark romance for me.
✔️ masked men 👺
✔️ fright night party 👻
✔️ why choose 🎉
✔️ 3️⃣ hot tattooed men
✔️ Possessive mmcs
✔️ secret society 🤫
✔️ filthy nasty spicy scenes 🥵
Bailey finds herself in a tough situation and is forced to seek out her stepbrother for a place to crash for the night. While staying, she stumbles upon something she never should have seen, and definitely shouldn’t have stayed to watch. Her bestie Sarah drags her to the most popular Halloween party in town the next night for a little decompress and rebound opportunity. Little does Bailey know, she’s already being watched and waited for…
“𝔚𝔢'𝔯𝔢 𝔶𝔬𝔲𝔯 𝔡𝔞𝔯𝔨𝔢𝔰𝔱 𝔰𝔦𝔫, 𝔏𝔦𝔱𝔱𝔩𝔢 ℌ𝔞𝔯𝔩𝔢𝔮𝔲𝔦𝔫, 𝔞𝔫𝔡 𝔴𝔢 𝔴𝔦𝔩𝔩 𝔰𝔥𝔞𝔱𝔱𝔢𝔯 𝔢𝔳𝔢𝔯𝔶 𝔩𝔞𝔰𝔱 𝔭𝔦𝔢𝔠𝔢 𝔬𝔣 𝔶𝔬𝔲 𝔲𝔫𝔱𝔦𝔩 𝔶𝔬𝔲'𝔯𝔢 𝔟𝔢𝔤𝔤𝔦𝔫𝔤 𝔣𝔬𝔯 𝔞 𝔱𝔞𝔰𝔱𝔢 𝔬𝔣 𝔬𝔲𝔯 𝔰𝔞𝔩𝔳𝔞𝔱𝔦𝔬𝔫.”
Every dark, depraved part of my soul was satisfied with this book! The dynamic between the guys is written perfectly, drawing you in and wishing you could just exist in their world and be the object of their desires. Each guy has their own distinct personality, and the way they each interact with Bailey differently really gives you an intense feeling of how much they need her.
Bailey herself is one of my favorite FMCs in a long time! She’s a baddie, who suffered through a lot of rough times and still has fight left in her. She’s not afraid to embrace her wild side and when the time comes to demand what she wants, this girl owns it and it had me screaming and cheering for her!
“𝔗𝔥𝔢𝔫 𝔰𝔥𝔲𝔱 𝔱𝔥𝔢 𝔣𝔲𝔠𝔨 𝔲𝔭 𝔞𝔫𝔡 𝔥𝔞𝔳𝔢 𝔞 𝔱𝔞𝔰𝔱𝔢,”
The plot twists in the story were executed perfectly and I was completely caught by surprise! You’ll be reading a novella, but with the amount of detail, memorable one-liners, and relatable emotions, you get the experience of a full length book, without waiting too long for some high quality spice❤️🔥❤️🔥
November 1, 2025
Well that’s definitely one way to spend a Halloween fright night party.. this was a quick fun and steamy read. I loved the step brother trope on this one as well as all the sword crossing, usually not a big fan of these tropes but I LOVED it in this one, I think it was done really really well and added such forbidden aspect as well as the secret society, really made for extra pizazz on the spiciness of this one. I loved the relationship between the mmcs, they all had such beautiful chemistry and for her to just slot in so well was just the cherry on top. I really enjoyed seeing all the different levels of dominance between them all, I think it made for a really interesting read to see all the different dynamics play together. I really loved the characters there was a lot of mysteries behind all of them and I can’t wait to see more hopefully in the following books *fingers crossed*. In terms of spice, it was definitely there, it wasn’t a long book so the couple of scenes do take a bit of the book but I do think with the amount of chemistry between the fmc and the mmcs that the spice was definitely needed and so beautifully steamy so it’s about a 3/5 for spice. Overall, I really enjoyed this one a lot and I cannot wait to see more, I’d love to learn more about the individual characters and the secret society, it definitely planted the seeds of I NEED MORE! For me it’s a 4.5/5 and I will definitely be recommending it.
November 20, 2025
This book is quick, filthy fun with plenty of heat to keep the pages turning. Roman, Colton, and Jace think they’re protecting Bailey by keeping their distance—but resisting her becomes impossible when she’s the one woman they all want. Their plan to get close to her without revealing who they are? Let’s just say it goes wildly off the rails, and suddenly the night spirals into chaos, danger, and deliciously dark temptation.
The stepbrother trope? Chef’s kiss. Paired with all the sword-crossing and a shadowy secret society, it adds a forbidden thrill that cranks the spice factor even higher. The chemistry between the MMCs is incredible, and Bailey slides right into their dynamic like she was always meant to be there. The shifting dominance between the men keeps things intense, addictive, and utterly entertaining.
The characters carry layers of mystery, and I’m crossing my fingers we get more books because I need to dig deeper into each of them—and the secret society that steals the spotlight. The spice is plentiful and perfectly suited to the explosive chemistry, landing around a 3/5 on heat but a 10/10 on satisfaction.
Overall, this was a wickedly fun, lust-soaked read I devoured in one sitting. If you love masked men, stalker vibes, secret societies, and taboo-dark tension, this book absolutely belongs on your TBR.
The stepbrother trope? Chef’s kiss. Paired with all the sword-crossing and a shadowy secret society, it adds a forbidden thrill that cranks the spice factor even higher. The chemistry between the MMCs is incredible, and Bailey slides right into their dynamic like she was always meant to be there. The shifting dominance between the men keeps things intense, addictive, and utterly entertaining.
The characters carry layers of mystery, and I’m crossing my fingers we get more books because I need to dig deeper into each of them—and the secret society that steals the spotlight. The spice is plentiful and perfectly suited to the explosive chemistry, landing around a 3/5 on heat but a 10/10 on satisfaction.
Overall, this was a wickedly fun, lust-soaked read I devoured in one sitting. If you love masked men, stalker vibes, secret societies, and taboo-dark tension, this book absolutely belongs on your TBR.
November 13, 2025
This book was ABSOLUTELY perfect in my "expert" opinion!!! Honestly, it was almost as though Octavia sat down with me & asked what I would want in my ideal book fantasy, then wrote this incredible novella!! My only complaint is that I wish it was a full length novel! I was hooked from the 1st chapter & on. I don’t want to say to much & give everything away however, just know that you'll feel literally every range of emotion throughout this book.
These men (Roman, Colton & Jace) think they're doing the right thing by pushing Bailey away to keep her safe. Although keeping their distance has gotten harder & harder to maintain when they all know in their hearts that Bailey is the only woman for them. They finally decide to come up with a plan that might allow them to get close to her without risking anyone knowing it's them. Only things don't go quite as planned & one thing leads to another & the world around them goes to hell & no one will be safe!! I will say I was so happy with the way it ended but again, would have definitely loved for it to have been longer or maybe even turned into a series down the road!!! I can't recommend this book enough if you love masked men, stalkers, secret societies & dark taboo reads!!
These men (Roman, Colton & Jace) think they're doing the right thing by pushing Bailey away to keep her safe. Although keeping their distance has gotten harder & harder to maintain when they all know in their hearts that Bailey is the only woman for them. They finally decide to come up with a plan that might allow them to get close to her without risking anyone knowing it's them. Only things don't go quite as planned & one thing leads to another & the world around them goes to hell & no one will be safe!! I will say I was so happy with the way it ended but again, would have definitely loved for it to have been longer or maybe even turned into a series down the road!!! I can't recommend this book enough if you love masked men, stalkers, secret societies & dark taboo reads!!
October 24, 2025
Ohhh buckle up babes because Halloween night just got filthy. 😈
“Ruin Us, Darling” by Octavia Knightley is the smutty smutty sin I didn’t know I needed but absolutely devoured. Reverse harem? Check. Why choose? Check. Masked novella that made me feral? Double check.
Our girl Bailey? She’s living the dream — and by dream, I mean she’s tangled up with Roman, Colton, and Jace — the holy trinity of chaos, filth, and devotion. These men don’t just love her… they worship her, ruin her, rebuild her, and then ruin her again (in the best way possible).
The writing? Smooth as sin. The descriptions? So vivid I could smell the forest and hear the damn tension crackling in the air. Kinks? Galore. Blood, danger, heat — it’s a delicious cocktail of everything I crave in a dark, spicy read.
I’m usually not one to pick a fave in a why-choose, but Roman… oh Roman. He’s sweet and hard in all the right places. 💀
Octavia (you wicked genius), you’ve created a world I never want to leave — and now I’m suffering because I have to wait for book two. My only complaint? It ended.
If you need me, I’ll be crying, rereading, and trying not to sell my soul to get my hands on the next one. 🖤🔥
“Ruin Us, Darling” by Octavia Knightley is the smutty smutty sin I didn’t know I needed but absolutely devoured. Reverse harem? Check. Why choose? Check. Masked novella that made me feral? Double check.
Our girl Bailey? She’s living the dream — and by dream, I mean she’s tangled up with Roman, Colton, and Jace — the holy trinity of chaos, filth, and devotion. These men don’t just love her… they worship her, ruin her, rebuild her, and then ruin her again (in the best way possible).
The writing? Smooth as sin. The descriptions? So vivid I could smell the forest and hear the damn tension crackling in the air. Kinks? Galore. Blood, danger, heat — it’s a delicious cocktail of everything I crave in a dark, spicy read.
I’m usually not one to pick a fave in a why-choose, but Roman… oh Roman. He’s sweet and hard in all the right places. 💀
Octavia (you wicked genius), you’ve created a world I never want to leave — and now I’m suffering because I have to wait for book two. My only complaint? It ended.
If you need me, I’ll be crying, rereading, and trying not to sell my soul to get my hands on the next one. 🖤🔥
October 20, 2025
Another great book from Octavia. If it’s one thing this girl knows how to do is write spicy!
Bailey is a college girl who desperately wants her stepbrother and his two friends. She is in love with them. Only problem? Not that’s it’s her step brother but rather that 3 years ago they ghosted her.
3 guys want the same girl… the problem… not that they’re all friends fighting over same girl… no …. Not that one of them is her stepbrother… uh uh … It’s that they can’t have her due to a society they belong too.
So what do you do when you want the girl and can’t have her? They dress up in masks, chase her through the forest at a Halloween party and make her theirs anyway. Simple.
And no one knows.
This book had it all, hot guys, strong FMC, and the spice was off the charts. Not gonna spoil it for you but get ready for a ride. And the end? Unexpected but 😘 *chefs kiss*
The only problem…. It was a novella and not a full novel lol.
Bring on the next book.
***w book was given as an E-Arc for my honest opinion****
Bailey is a college girl who desperately wants her stepbrother and his two friends. She is in love with them. Only problem? Not that’s it’s her step brother but rather that 3 years ago they ghosted her.
3 guys want the same girl… the problem… not that they’re all friends fighting over same girl… no …. Not that one of them is her stepbrother… uh uh … It’s that they can’t have her due to a society they belong too.
So what do you do when you want the girl and can’t have her? They dress up in masks, chase her through the forest at a Halloween party and make her theirs anyway. Simple.
And no one knows.
This book had it all, hot guys, strong FMC, and the spice was off the charts. Not gonna spoil it for you but get ready for a ride. And the end? Unexpected but 😘 *chefs kiss*
The only problem…. It was a novella and not a full novel lol.
Bring on the next book.
***w book was given as an E-Arc for my honest opinion****
October 28, 2025
Ok…. Gotta be honest I was a tad nervous going into this one because I genuinely wasn’t sure if it was my cup of tea being MMMF. I’ve never really gotten into bisexual characters but I adore Octavia Knightly and being a quick read I thought I’d dip my toe in the pool.
I absolutely love MMF plots so I thought surely 1 more added into the mix can’t be THAT different right??
Let me tell you, this was absolutely FILTHY HOT! 🥵
I frothed over all 4 main characters and how obsessed they were with each other. And the 3 guys?? CHEFS KISS 🤌🏻
The way they obsessed over Roman’s stepsister and all felt the same way about each other without jealousy kicking in was perfect. Sharing each other was such a vibe and I was totally here for it!
The last couple of chapters kicked off with a heap of drama that I realllllly want more of.
Give me more backstory into The Order!!
I’m hooked and can’t wait for book 2. I guess that means I’m a converted MMMF lover (as long as they’re as hot as Roman, Jace, Colton and Bailey) 🤭
I absolutely love MMF plots so I thought surely 1 more added into the mix can’t be THAT different right??
Let me tell you, this was absolutely FILTHY HOT! 🥵
I frothed over all 4 main characters and how obsessed they were with each other. And the 3 guys?? CHEFS KISS 🤌🏻
The way they obsessed over Roman’s stepsister and all felt the same way about each other without jealousy kicking in was perfect. Sharing each other was such a vibe and I was totally here for it!
The last couple of chapters kicked off with a heap of drama that I realllllly want more of.
Give me more backstory into The Order!!
I’m hooked and can’t wait for book 2. I guess that means I’m a converted MMMF lover (as long as they’re as hot as Roman, Jace, Colton and Bailey) 🤭
October 18, 2025
My first time reading Octavia and holy freaking cow now I won’t ever stop reading her books ever 😍😍.
This book is about Bailey and her 3 hot sexy tattooed men’s. Roman, Jace and Colton what they are gosh. I mean reading about them and thinking make me weak from my knees 🫣. The chemistry between them and those sexual tension like hello why putting fire more n more 🔥. They literally worshiped the ground Bailey walked in. Well at starting of the book it was nothing like that but with time being everything start to change. Then those 3 man decided to have a little taste of their girl without putting her in danger and they got a golden chance as Halloween comes and they hide behind their mask 🙈. Can we speak about the spice 🥵. Like I was a sweating mess and was panting for air cause they took all of my oxygen. I’m in love with this book.
This book is about Bailey and her 3 hot sexy tattooed men’s. Roman, Jace and Colton what they are gosh. I mean reading about them and thinking make me weak from my knees 🫣. The chemistry between them and those sexual tension like hello why putting fire more n more 🔥. They literally worshiped the ground Bailey walked in. Well at starting of the book it was nothing like that but with time being everything start to change. Then those 3 man decided to have a little taste of their girl without putting her in danger and they got a golden chance as Halloween comes and they hide behind their mask 🙈. Can we speak about the spice 🥵. Like I was a sweating mess and was panting for air cause they took all of my oxygen. I’m in love with this book.
October 18, 2025
Holy Spice! Who would say No to three hot tattoo Men that worships the ground you walk on…. Well Bailey. But it didn’t start out that way.
Roman, Colton, and Jace Being sworn in by the Elders and there is rules to abide by ! Bailey was one of them .
The chemistry between Roman , Jace , and Colton was Hot🔥, spicy 🌶️, and lovable 💙
The author kept me on my toes , turning the pages wanting to know more . The tension building up
between these guys wanting Bailey but knowing they could put her in danger ⚠️ But they get the bright idea use Halloween as a cover up , wearing Mask and finally getting a little taste of their girl without putting her in danger.
I will not give anymore away!!!! Get the book and make sure you cross those legs . Happy Readying !!!!
Roman, Colton, and Jace Being sworn in by the Elders and there is rules to abide by ! Bailey was one of them .
The chemistry between Roman , Jace , and Colton was Hot🔥, spicy 🌶️, and lovable 💙
The author kept me on my toes , turning the pages wanting to know more . The tension building up
between these guys wanting Bailey but knowing they could put her in danger ⚠️ But they get the bright idea use Halloween as a cover up , wearing Mask and finally getting a little taste of their girl without putting her in danger.
I will not give anymore away!!!! Get the book and make sure you cross those legs . Happy Readying !!!!
October 24, 2025
Bailey’s in College and finds her boyfriend cheating on her with her roommate. Now she ends up on her step brother Roman’s doorstep. Roman , Colton and Jace have loved her since junior high and her them. They used to be so close. After senior year they leave and come back and totally ignore her. They were made to join a secret society run by Roman’s father and the elders. Little does she know they are doing this to keep her safe. Now it’s Halloween and Bailey’s friend makes her go to a party and now there’s a game of like hide n seek. low and behold three masked men arrive chase her and umm I think you know why happens next lol. It was fun , heart warm sexy and hot af. Octavia did an amazing job with this one.
October 24, 2025
⭐️4🌶️3💧0
This book has almost everything you need in a dark romance- taboo (step siblings), masked men, Secret Society, Why Choose, and unaliving!!! The spice was decent, the story interesting however the only downfall.. I feel like the ending was rushed.
If you want an action packed fast-ish paced why choose- try this.
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This book has almost everything you need in a dark romance- taboo (step siblings), masked men, Secret Society, Why Choose, and unaliving!!! The spice was decent, the story interesting however the only downfall.. I feel like the ending was rushed.
If you want an action packed fast-ish paced why choose- try this.
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October 25, 2025
This is a spicy one but I loved it so much! Really quick read and amazing all the way through. Who doesn't like 3 tattooed mask men who worship the ground you walk on?! Well Bailey got just that! She definitely didn't think her stepbrother and his hot best friends were attracted to her. But the secret society they are in wouldn't like them having any relationship with her. But they had one night with her because of Halloween and wearing masks to have some fun with her. I hope he we get more of this secret society soon!
October 26, 2025
This book was 5 stars, and 6 chillies for spice! Straight out the gate, there is sexual tension. An enemies to lovers feel…but is that what it really is? This is one of THE hottest books I have read this year. You can feel the emotions so clearly in the writing: the angst, love, yearning, and sexual craving between the four of them. My pulse was racing from the very beginning, and by the end, my smart ring thought I had been through a workout. HA! Girl, little do you know I had been..this book is hotter than hot.
October 27, 2025
Loved this! It's Bailey & the guys' story & it was all kinds of smutty! She's had feelings for them forever, & they feel the same way. The problem is they had to ghost her & it's something she tries really hard to get over. But none of them can stop thinking about the other & the guys made a plan. A lot of things happened & they were hoping to not get caught, but secrets have a way of coming to the light. This was a short & quick read & so much smut!! I loved the spice & the story, a plot twist that I did not see coming! Highly recommend this novella & author!
October 29, 2025
We Love Masked Men, Yes We Do
One night to get her out of their system —that's all the MMCs, Roman, Jace, and Colton will allow themselves. Anything more, and they risk losing her to The Order.
🖤 Why Choose
☠️ The Boyfriends Are Boyfriends Too ⚔️
🖤 Masked Men
☠️ Stepsiblings
🖤 Touch Them and Bye
☠️ Obsessed MMCs
& More
I inhaled this spicy lil novella like a sweet treat. 😋 The plot was fab, I thought I had it all figured out...I don't know how Octavia managed to pack it all in, but she nailed it - I was genuinely left wanting more. I also loved how the MMCs were OBSESSED with both the FMC, Bailey, and each other. Another great read!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
🌶🌶🌶.5
One night to get her out of their system —that's all the MMCs, Roman, Jace, and Colton will allow themselves. Anything more, and they risk losing her to The Order.
🖤 Why Choose
☠️ The Boyfriends Are Boyfriends Too ⚔️
🖤 Masked Men
☠️ Stepsiblings
🖤 Touch Them and Bye
☠️ Obsessed MMCs
& More
I inhaled this spicy lil novella like a sweet treat. 😋 The plot was fab, I thought I had it all figured out...I don't know how Octavia managed to pack it all in, but she nailed it - I was genuinely left wanting more. I also loved how the MMCs were OBSESSED with both the FMC, Bailey, and each other. Another great read!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
🌶🌶🌶.5
November 20, 2025
Holy hot mother of hell! 🥵 That was one very sexy ride. One girl, a step brother and his two best friends. What more could you ask for? Them to be completely obsessed with her, as well as each other of course. Throw in Halloween and mask, and you’ve got perfection.
The passion? Top tier. The obsession? Body melting. The heat? Absolutely scorching!
Octavia definitely knows what she is doing when it comes to spice and obsessive men, as well as throwing in some plot. I absolutely devoured this book in one sitting and can’t wait to read more.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
The passion? Top tier. The obsession? Body melting. The heat? Absolutely scorching!
Octavia definitely knows what she is doing when it comes to spice and obsessive men, as well as throwing in some plot. I absolutely devoured this book in one sitting and can’t wait to read more.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
October 22, 2025
3.75 stars
This book is sexy! I mean who wouldn’t want their step brother and his best friends worshipping the ground you walk on (and then some)
Bailey runs to the only safe place she can think of - only she doesn’t realise the boys will keep her safe in more ways than one
The spice was spicing, and I was definitely intrigued but I will say there was just something missing I can’t put my finger on. But I’d definitely give Octavia another read 💜
This book is sexy! I mean who wouldn’t want their step brother and his best friends worshipping the ground you walk on (and then some)
Bailey runs to the only safe place she can think of - only she doesn’t realise the boys will keep her safe in more ways than one
The spice was spicing, and I was definitely intrigued but I will say there was just something missing I can’t put my finger on. But I’d definitely give Octavia another read 💜
October 27, 2025
ooh the heat in this book!!
the way the 3 MMC obsess and love Bailey im there for it! I loved that burn the world down for the women you love.
the masks just added another level of hotness to the story!
I love Baileys knowing herself and what she wants and isn't afraid to let it be known.
I cant wait to see what the next book holds. I hope we get to learn more about the back story and the order!!
the way the 3 MMC obsess and love Bailey im there for it! I loved that burn the world down for the women you love.
the masks just added another level of hotness to the story!
I love Baileys knowing herself and what she wants and isn't afraid to let it be known.
I cant wait to see what the next book holds. I hope we get to learn more about the back story and the order!!
October 19, 2025
Octavia has done it again with this mic drop! Man oh man, to say I was obsessed is an understatement. Hands down this masterpiece is an easy 5-star read for me and a top read of the year! Roman, Colton, and Jace are literally so perfect and a chef's kiss. Bailey is also on a whole other level and you immediately fall in love with her!
October 20, 2025
🥵 Octavia Knightly can sure pack in the spice!
As in most of the books I read, make sure to check the triggers!
This is a dark,MMMF, why choose, secret society, masked men romance. The masked men are all boyfriends and it’s just *chef’s kiss*
The perfect quick spicy just in time for Halloween, fright night read.
As in most of the books I read, make sure to check the triggers!
This is a dark,MMMF, why choose, secret society, masked men romance. The masked men are all boyfriends and it’s just *chef’s kiss*
The perfect quick spicy just in time for Halloween, fright night read.
October 30, 2025
This is a beautifully written dark romance filled with heartache, longing, a touch of taboo, and plenty of well-crafted spice.
Colton, Roman, and Jace are slightly morally grey characters, but their love for Bailey is so sweet that I think I ended up with a few cavities after reading this! I absolutely loved it!
Colton, Roman, and Jace are slightly morally grey characters, but their love for Bailey is so sweet that I think I ended up with a few cavities after reading this! I absolutely loved it!
October 29, 2025
Omg this book was amazing! The connection that Bailey has with the guys is out of this world. You can tell how incomplete Bailey, Roman, Jace, Colton are when they aren’t all together and especially since they can’t be together. The ending was something I didn’t see coming at all and was like did this just happen!? Needless to say I didn’t want it to end and can’t wait to read more!
November 2, 2025
Absolutely loved this book. Just in time for Halloween. Masked possessive MMC’s, why choose, secret society, twist and turns, lots of spice, alpha hot men with tattoos, smoking hot amazing FMC. Definitely a page turner. Hooked from beginning to end.
Octavia Knightly is a relatively new author and I can’t wait for her next book. Kudos to Octavia Knightly for another amazing book!!!!
Octavia Knightly is a relatively new author and I can’t wait for her next book. Kudos to Octavia Knightly for another amazing book!!!!
October 28, 2025
This novella pulled me out of a months long reading slump!! Octavia Knightly has done it again! she is an auto read author for me forever!! Her writing is phenomenal! Ruin Us darling is a sexy RH romance with enough tension to keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish!!
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