Jerk

Saint Bonaventure University #2

by L.J. Woods

Falling for the rich, sculpted, dirty-talking, royal Jerk on campus? Cliché. Becoming his biggest enemy, his perpetual plaything, his favorite obsession? Lethal.

Hannah
Whoever said “never sleep with the enemy” never went to war with Rye Rowen
It should be easy when I hate every bit of his muscular bod and his stupid chiselled face
Spoiler: that smug smirk is impossible to resist
Even when he promises to take away my grades, my status, everything I’ve worked for
Even when he vows to ruin me.
He's met his match, and I can't let him win
But ruling this campus is hard with the enemy’s hands around your throat

Rye
Crowns don’t back down.
Especially not to a prissy little princess like Hannah Alfonso
My goal? Revenge. Break her crown by any means necessary
That means ignoring what her sassy remarks and pouty lips do to me
That means ignoring the depraved thoughts in my mind when she bites back
I have to remember she took everything from me
I have to remember to make her pay
Whether that’s on her knees, or screaming my name
This campus belongs to me, and so does she

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Love possessive alpha-hole anti-heroes? This book is for you! JERK is a full-length new adult college romance novel with mature themes. This is a standalone book in an interconnected series. This enemies-to-lovers romance is recommended for readers 18+. This is a dark romance with content some readers might find triggering - you have been warned.

Genres: Enemies To Lovers

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About the author

L.J. Woods is an author of young adult and new adult contemporary dark romance. Her deliciously dark novels feature fierce heroines and irresistible bad boy anti-heroes that can’t get enough of them. With a thing for themes like enemies-to-lovers, bullying and suspense, Books by Woods will leave you gripping to your Kindle.

Woods is a Bi-Bipoc with a passion for travel, bourbon and new experiences. While she's anglophone, she calls both Montreal and Paris home.

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Reviews

[Mandyloves2read · Rating 5 out of 5]

JERK by L.J. Woods
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This enemies to lovers romance was completely addictive! The tension between the characters was intense from the very beginning and kept me hooked the entire time. L.J. Woods delivers plenty of angst, emotional moments, and sizzling chemistry that makes it impossible to put down. If you love messy feelings, strong personalities, and a romance that keeps you turning pages, this one is definitely worth the read!

5/5⭐️

5/5 ⭐️ characters
5/5 ⭐️ angst
5/5 ⭐️ drama
5/5 ⭐️ story
3/5 🌶️ spice

⭐️ Overall a 5 star must read ! ⭐️

[Kylie Taylor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wowserssss! Talk about a dark enemies-to-romance trope! This takes that trope and the name “Jerk” to an entirely new level!
Rye is out to get nothing but revenge and to torment Hannah, but she is no pushover, and she won’t take it lying down.
She is as merciless as he is. Despite her opposition towards Rye, she is equally as deviant as he is.
The two of them are more alike than they realize, and both SLOWLY learn to love to hate one another.
I loved every step of these two slowly realizing how made for one another they truly are.
The chemistry between them is so strong, it basically erases any willpower they have for one another. These two are an INFERNO when together.
Absolutely unhinged these two are. And I LOVEDDDD and devoured it!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[SJ · Rating 5 out of 5]

This dark Enemies-to-Friends-to-Lovers brought me to my knees. Wow! L.J. Woods did not play around this book was hot! I love a morally gray possessive man and Rye is the anti-hero you'll eagerly overlook red flags for. And Hannah is no meek girl, she gives as good as she gets. Together they are absolute fire. They are just as unhinged as the other and I loved their dynamic! I practically inhaled this book, the plot was so juicy and delicious.

Tropes:
Enemies-to-lovers
Morally gray
College
Bully
Revenge
Spicy
Possessive/Obsessed
Dual POV

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[Leshay Germany · Rating 5 out of 5]

I CANNOT say enough about this book. LJ went on a break and goodness came back with this masterpiece. I was floored,mouth on the ground most of the time I was reading this. I really really wanted to not like Rye and for most of the book he’s pretty irredeemable but somehow LJ does it and I feel for this man right along Hannah. You will gladly look past all his red flags and just want to love him. Rye is set on revenge and torment for what Hannah has does but she’s not the one to push around. She is as unhinged as he is on the outside but on her inside, she’s slowly breaking and doing everything she can to save face and keep herself together. These two have so much more in common they realize and their chemistry is INSANELY HOT. I devoured this and did not want it to end. I loved both Fye and Hannah so much and could not get enough of this book. I won’t be forgetting this one anytime soon and can’t wait to see what LJ is bringing us next🔥🔥

[Aimee (aimee.unbound) · Rating 5 out of 5]

HOLY SH**! She’s back and she’s giving us one of the top reads of 2025.

This book took my love for bully romance and elevated it ten fold! Rye and Hannah are a force that I can’t even explain- the plot of this book had me flipping the pages well past bed time. I tore through this book in less than 24 hours and loved every twist, turn, fight and sexy moment. This is really one of the best bully romances I’ve read in a while.

[The Lushy Reader · Rating 5 out of 5]

Completely Unhinged…

And I am so here for it! My gawd, these two are insane, yes both, equally. I mean holy smokes, the things they do to each other. Jerk isn’t even a strong enough word! They give as good as they get. They fight dirty, which let’s be honest, just makes the sexy times even dirtier! I mean, the chemistry is oozing off the pages.

LJ went on hiatus, but came back waving a big dick around reminding us of who owns this shit! 🤭

[Mindy Lopez · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is Book 2 in the Saint Bonaventure University Series by this author, and can be read as a standalone. It is an enemies to lovers, college bully romance between Hannah and Rye. These two insane souls and the unique plot make for an enjoyable read. It is a crazy ride with drama and steam, humor and charm, sexual tension and chemistry, twists and turns, and engaging secondary characters. Entertaining.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Priscilla · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hurt people hurt people. Rye and Hannah are after each other after pictures and among other things are leaked. They go for the jugular but things get heated between the two quickly. Check out the trigger warnings on this one.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Claire · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really wanted to love this book and I have read some of L.J Woods other book, but this one left me feeling just a bit unfulfilled.
I also felt like I came into a book not truly understanding what had happened. And that put me off.
That being said, if you enjoy this kind of book, you will enjoy it.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Sheila · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 Stars for Jerk by L.J. Woods

So good in such a crazy , tingly gives you chills , angst driven , full on explosive chemistry in the best possible way!

Rye and Hannah are just amazing we’ll written characters!

Loved it and plan to re-read ! A favorite bully genre romance of the year !

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[Kelly Gregory · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow - dark, enemy to lover romance at its best!! LJ really knows how to bring her A-Game when it comes to this type of trope! I could not get enough of the energy and chemistry between Rye and Hannah! Rye is the anti-hero you cant help but love, but he was on another level of possessive and obsessed! I was hooked from the first page and couldnt get enough!

[Deb · Rating 5 out of 5]

The intensity in this book was riveting as their story played out. I settled down into this book and my emotions were immediately engaged by their drama. I loved the tension between them. I loved how their chemistry was undeniable. I couldn’t read this book fast enough.

I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Naomi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book in this series. We get to see some former book characters come back in this book. I'm glad I was able to snag an arc copy of this book and it did not disappoint. I cannot wait for the next book come out.

[brenda hurley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a dark to enemies to lovers story that the chemistry between the characters is very strong. This book has twists and turns and a crazy good bully romance.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jeanne Richardson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read several books written by L.J. Woods; she is becoming one of my favorite authors. I can’t wait to read more of her books.

This is part of the Saint Bonaventure Academy Series; it is a stand-alone book. The story is about Hannah & Rye.

[Cheyenne Rivera · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a dark college romance. The characters are well thought through and the plot is overall great.

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[Mylene Williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hannah and Rye two very much cut from the same cloth. Very well suited to each other. Enemies to lovers a dangerous path for them to navigate. A good read.

[Nat · Rating 5 out of 5]

where’s the epilogue?

I needed more, then you teased me with more and now I cannot access the epilogue!! Unfair! That or a book 2!

[Debbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read the first book of this series and I was surprised at the twists and turns. There is a lot of misunderstandings, betrayal and dirty dealings. Read S.N.O.B. before you read this one. As with the first book there are some overwhelming emotions. This posh college they're enrolled in, is so far over the top. But make no worries, we'll fit in just fine. But don't take my word for it. Grab a copy for yourself. Definitely worth 5 stars, plus.

[Tranese · Rating 5 out of 5]

Author L.J. Woods come back after a long hiatus, and she came back packing a punch with this one!!! Rye and Hannah didn't hold back when standing their grounds, they showed no mercy, no remorse, but did show how they understood, and wanted each other. Such a fantastic read.