Beasts

by Serena Knights

When my sorority turned on me, I knew it wasn’t just betrayal.
It was a warning.

With nowhere else to go, I ran straight into the worst possible a fraternity house that breathes secrets and pulses with something not quite human. Thirteen demons live there. Monsters with power etched into their bones.

And somehow… none of it works on me.

They don’t know what to do with a girl they can’t break. I don’t know what to do with a house full of creatures who should terrify me. Especially not the vampire hidden away in the attic. The one thing I’ve feared my entire life, thanks to a childhood memory that still claws at my spine.

Except he isn’t what I expect.

He’s quiet. Watchful. Dangerous in a way that makes my pulse stutter instead of scream. When we’re cast as co-stars in the college play, escape becomes impossible. Rehearsals trap us together. Late nights. Shared breaths. Lingering touches that feel like promises we shouldn’t keep.

Every look is a dare.
Every moment, a risk.

What starts as fear turns into temptation. What should be forbidden begins to feel inevitable.

As I carve out a place among demons and misfits, I find something I never thought I’d have a family. And buried beneath their chaos, I begin to suspect the truth. There’s something different about me too.

But secrets never stay buried.

When the head vampire learns a human has been living among them, the house becomes a battleground. A single, merciless ultimatum echoes through the halls.

Sacrifice one of their own…
or sacrifice me.

And the boy in the attic?
He may have to decide which damnation he’s willing to live with.

Kindle Edition

Expected publication February 13, 2026

Reviews

[Willow · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book. The characters and the plot pulled me in from the very beginning and never let go. I genuinely could not put it down.

⚠️ SPOILERS AHEAD ⚠️

The sorority girls were honestly vicious. The blackmail felt disturbingly realistic—exactly the kind of thing you’d expect from a “proper” sorority—but the way they escalated it? Wow. They came across like high school bullies who peaked early and have been going downhill ever since.

I loved how the entire “frat” treated Amelia. Their dynamic with her felt natural, protective, and deeply emotional. Hendrik completely stole my heart—he’s that ride-or-die, best-friend-for-life type of character, and I adored him. Seth was another standout; the reveal that he’s actually her cousin and that it wasn’t just an excuse for her to stay with them was such a great twist.

Amelia and Oliver’s chemistry was everything. Oliver being dark, broody, and emotionally guarded makes him an incredible character. He’s intensely passionate and caring, even though he tries so hard to hide it. I also loved Nolan and Hugh’s protectiveness over Amelia—it felt very sibling-like and added so much depth to their relationships.

Kane is the quiet, mysterious one, and while I loved him, I do wish we’d gotten a bit more insight into his character since there weren’t as many details shared.

Amelia finding out about Kane and Hendrik being gay without them directly telling her—and her immediately promising to keep their secret—was such a sweet and meaningful moment.

The smut? 10/10.
The emotions? Also 10/10.

There were moments that had me on the verge of tears, and the passion between all the characters was incredible. Hendrik almost dying absolutely wrecked me.

Overall, I loved this book. I stayed up all night reading and couldn’t stop. I can’t wait to read more, and I 100% recommend it—it’s completely worth it.

[Becca · Rating 4 out of 5]

ARC review

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Beasts is dark academia with fangs—feral, emotional, and threaded with found family in the most unexpected place. What starts as a desperate escape from betrayal quickly turns into something far more dangerous and strangely tender.

Amelia's arrival at the fraternity house feels like stepping into a living, breathing secret. Thirteen demons, each monstrous in their own way, yet unable to affect her, sets up a delicious imbalance of power. She isn’t prey. She isn’t easily broken. And watching a group of creatures built on dominance struggle with a girl who simply won’t bend is endlessly compelling.

Then there’s the vampire in the attic. Quiet, restrained, and carrying a danger that simmers instead of explodes, he’s the emotional core of the story. The slow-burn tension between him and the heroine—amplified by forced proximity, late-night rehearsals, and stolen moments on a stage meant for pretending—feels intimate and electric. Fear doesn’t vanish; it transforms into temptation, making every touch feel earned and risky.

What elevates this book beyond a standard paranormal romance is its heart. Beneath the chaos, the claws, and the power plays is a genuine found-family story. The demons aren’t just monsters—they’re misfits, protectors, and a fractured home learning how to keep one of their own.

When the ultimatum arrives, the stakes turn brutal and personal, forcing impossible choices and revealing just how deep loyalty runs. Beasts asks what you’re willing to sacrifice for belonging—and who you’re willing to damn yourself to save.

If you love monster romance, dark academia vibes, slow-burn tension, and found family forged in fire, Beasts is a gripping, emotionally rich read that bites hard and doesn’t let go. 🖤🩸

[Rhiannon Buckley · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved was sucked straight into the story read it in one sitting which for my Audhd brain is almost impossible. I love the connection between Amelia and Oliver. So good can’t wait for the next.

[Emma George · Rating 4 out of 5]

So I went into this arc completely blind and I was surprised ughhh vampires just get me and I get the. Love love love I can’t wait for the rest of them to get out but now I feel like I’ve be left on a bigger cliffhanger then normal then just a war ighhh I need the next one now

[Ari Roper · Rating 5 out of 5]

I CANNOT IN WORDS EXPRESS HOW MUCH I LOVE THIS STORRRYYYY!!!
The spice 🥵
The banter 👌
The WORLDBUILDING OMG.
100% Would want to live in that house. 100% Would want that broody vampire. 10000% recommend reading this story and getting lost in something so beautiful.

[Riana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beasts pulled me in faster than I expected. The atmosphere is tense, and the emotional weight behind the characters makes every decision feel important.

[Collin · Rating 5 out of 5]

A dark and gripping read that doesn’t rely on nonstop action.

[Glacy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Highly recommended

[Ms Ratuh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Must read book.