Heal Me: A Dark BDSM Romance

Meridian Institute

by Licia Dawn

Blurb TBA

The Meridian Rehabilitation Institute is a BDSM-centered inpatient facility for mental health. Patients must be stable and not a threat to themselves or others before being accepted.

Genres: Dark Romance

135 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 31, 2026

About the author

Licia Dawn is a Canadian Indie Author that has decided to use books as her daily dose of therapy. She’s an introverted social butterfly who loves to engage online as much as she can.

Reviews

[Shannon Brier]

This was an enjoyable read. The first half had some serious editing issues but it didn’t take away from the story. However, I do think the timeline for this one was off and hard to follow. One thing is for sure I’ve never heard of a dick being used as a binky before!

[Renee collins]

Thank you to the author for letting me read this amazing book


Jasmines story was heartbreaking for me at the beginning what she went through had me in tears. I’m so glad she found her happiness with Harrison they are my favorite couple in this interconnected series. I can’t wait to read more books by this author this is my first read by her and it won’t be the last she has a way of sucking you into the story from the very beginning.

[The Book Ssirren]

This one was deep and it hurt to see what happened to Jasmine. So when she went to the Meridian institute, I was glad to see that she was willing to work through her trauma. But her time with Harrison seemed to be fueling an unexpected fire between them. The fact that he was ready to risk his job for her had me gripping my iPad. These two were so great. Loved the spine, loved the intensity. This was well worth the read.

[Madeline Goldsworthy]

Heal Me
Licia Dawn
4 stars

Book 6 of 9 in the shared world
Format: eBook
Genre: Dark Romance

Jasmine and Harrison’s story. The Meridian Rehabilitation Institute is a BDSM-centred inpatient facility for mental health. Patients must be stable and not a threat to themselves or others before being accepted. Jasmine was a virgin but is gang raped by three men. There is a tiny bit of F/F which I enjoyed as we need more of that.

[Ariel Oliver]

Great book. It was so sad to see all Jasmine went through and her struggles but she was willing to work on herself and get better.

This story was beautiful in how she reclaimed her power and healed herself after all she went through. Her relationship with Harrison was also entertaining to see, and her defiance also made it intense in some places but it was well balanced out.

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶🌶

[Dani-Lynn Harris]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - 𝓻𝓪𝓽𝓮
🌶️🌶️🌶️ - 𝓼𝓹𝓲𝓬𝓮
🔥🔥🔥 - 𝓹𝓵𝓸𝓽
🩸🩸 - 𝓰𝓸𝓻𝓮

🖤 𝓶𝓪𝓲𝓷 𝓬𝓱𝓪𝓻𝓪𝓬𝓽𝓮𝓻𝓼🖤
Jasmine & Harrison

🖤 𝓽𝓻𝓸𝓹𝓮𝓼🖤
📕patient x trainer
📕sexual assault
📕sassy brat
📕trauma
📕gaslighting

🖤𝓺𝓾𝓸𝓽𝓮𝓼🖤
“A monster who couldn’t fathom the thought of her perfect husband raping her virgin sister.”

“If I catch you, the odds won’t be in your favor!”

🖤 𝓻𝓮𝓿𝓲𝓮𝔀🖤
The one with all the emotions… Heal Me is exactly what the theme speaks to you about. Healing. And self-reclaiming your power after it’s been forcefully taken from you. Dawn intensifies the plot from the start and then builds connections with someone willing to put her back together. It's dark. It's intense. It's a spicy and addictive story that'll make you cheering by the end.

*spoilers*
First of all, this one has some really dark themes so I would highly recommend reading the trigger warnings before proceeding. From the start, Jasmine unluckily loses both of her parents in a devastating car accident, as she is forced to live with her sister, Rylee, and her sister’s boyfriend, Carter. Carter already has given off a bad vibe towards Jasmine and her mother, but Rylee refuses to listen.

While Rylee is away, Carter has some friends over and they initiate a brutal assault against Jasmine, stealing her virginity and leaving her with emotional distress. It doesn't help that when she does get police involved, that her own sister doesn't even believe her. And after discovering that the men responsible might not even serve time, she feels completely broken. Even started using sex as a means to cope with her trauma, but loathes when the men finish before she does. Even going so far as to take the life of one.

But after being suggested to attend the Meridian Institute to help regain her power, she is introduced to her trainer, Harrison. He teaches her through a lot of patience that sex can become enjoyable again for her, if she could allow it. The way he was compassionate and patient with her. Always making sure that her needs were met but at the same time making sure she was completely comfortable throughout every one of their sessions.

The tie-ins with Savannah from the previous book were sensational because we finally got a little more f/f romance action, which I think we all can agree we need more of. But overall, Licia Dawn delivered a good-for-her addition to the series that was hot and heavy in the spice department. Jasmine and Harrison’s story was a page-turning, traumatic story with found connections and self-discoveries with a happily ever after.

🖤𝓸𝓿𝓮𝓻𝓪𝓵𝓵🖤
I wasn't ready for this… but damn, was it a spicy novella about self-relciaming your power with a little dash of revenge at the end. I was pulled in from the start and literally finished it in one sitting because of how well the characters were written and how much I loved Jasmine reclaiming her strength and power back from the traumatic events that took it away. Another banger in the Meridian Institute series.

**no AI was used to generate any part of this review**

[Suzi McWhinney]

Wow, I loved Harrison and Jasmine's story.
Once again trying to heal after being gang raped by her sisters husband and his friends, Jasmine finds herself at the doors of the Meridian Institute.
Not knowing what to expect, and not understanding how consensual BDSM is supposed to help her Mental Health after what she has had to endure, she still takes a step forward, willing to find out and hope that it helps her.
She meets her trainer, Harrison, and as they begin her journey, it soon becomes obvious that feelings are beginning to develop.
How does one try to heal from her hypersexuality? Well she goes looking for release, as Harrison is keeping his professionalism up as a wall to prevent anything happening between them.
But when he sees her first with Sebastian, and then Parker, all bets are off.
Interwoven from a previous story is the church scene where Jasmine meets up with Savannah and Jasmine finds release with her! I mean Harrison didn't say she couldn't be with another woman, only with other men! Right? Yeh well Harrison was not impressed and quite happy to inflict punishment on his trainee!
He stakes his claim.
Is it too soon for Jasmine to start having a serious relationship?
How can she trust Harrison, so soon after meeting him?
He is her trainer!
Great story of building trust and finding what Jasmine needs to heal from all her trauma.
Harrison does that well and knows he has to fight to keep her!
Her past traumas are his focus and he means to continue to help her for as long as it takes!
Swoon!!
Yep another HEA for our couple, as they leave the Meridian Institute together................
There is a life waiting for them outside in the real world!

[Ashley]

* Please read the trigger warnings before diving in!!!*

Heal Me is another amazing read in The Meridian Institute Series. Heal Me focuses on Jasmine and Harrison. Jasmine was a happy eighteen year old girl that had plans to stay with her parents, work, save money, and make it on her own. One fateful night changed her life forever. The tragic event set her up for another despicable tragic incident that would completely change her. As a result, Jasmine decides to seek out help at The Meridian Institute. She is paired with Harrison. Harrison sure had his hands full with Jasmine. Rightfully so, Jasmine had lost trust in humanity and was angry. As a result she pushed Harrison's buttons and bratted quite a bit. But if anyone could heal her it was Harrison. I loved their dynamic, their path wasn't easy but they were exactly what the other needed. I really enjoyed seeing the inclusion of a few characters from past books. I OMG'd at the little interaction between her and Sebastian. And being able to see her interaction with Savannah through Jasmine's eyes, we know she didn't intentionally leave Sav hanging to be mean. What happened to Jasmine was pure evil and unfair. I loved watching Jasmine overcome the demons of her past and heal. The only thing that could have made the story better is more. I loved the characters and wanted to know what exactly happened after. I am selfish and want to know what their ever after looks like. And did her and Paula ever reconnect? I absolutely devoured Jasmine and Harrison's story and absolutely recommend reading it!

[Sandra]

So.. I'm a tad biased because I absolutely adore Licia Dawn. (So seriously, go read her stuff.) I recently read Heal Me, which is part of a BDSM Shared World. *Check your trigger warnings*

Within, I think, the first 3 chapters, my emotions were ALL over the place. Started with "aww", to sadness, to compete emptiness and brokenness, terror, to blood boiling rage. (I did have to take a break after a certain chapter. And that's okay. Sometimes breaks are needed and should be required. I personally had to set my phone down, walk outside, touch some grass, remind myself that I am safe and give myself time to regulate my breathing and my heart rate.)

Heal Me definitely took me on an emotional rollercoaster, but that is also what made it such an impactful read. Licia Dawn did an incredible job pulling me into the story and making me feel what her characters felt. I definitely recommend this book. (However, I do wish someone told me to start reading it at my home, wrapped in a blanket where I felt safe.)

[Ella]

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐝

HEAL ME by Licia Dawn

Titillating, Intriguing and Gripping 


An accident leads Jasmine and her sister to becoming orphans, but another incident leads her to seek psychological help that ends her up at Meridian Institute.


The frailty of each character makes a connection with the cruel reality of the world.

 The phasing of the story gives it the vibe that you have to just flip the pages until you reach the end.


The message that strikes me with this story is that communication is significant in every relationship. We can never decide for other people except ourselves.


I appreciate the writing dynamics of Miss Licia, you got me hooked. I find myself turning every page with curiosity and delight until the last page.


Not suitable for young minds. Read at your own risk

[Natalie]

Heal Me by Licia Dawn
I really enjoyed Heal Me. I honestly didn’t see some of the surprises coming, and I love when a book can catch me off guard like that. Just when I thought I knew where things were going, something else happened and I was like, wait… what?!
The characters also made the story for me. They had their own struggles and things to work through, and I liked seeing how everything slowly unfolded. There was plenty going on without the story feeling predictable, and I definitely kept turning the pages because I wanted to know what was coming next.
A really enjoyable read with twists and surprises I wasn’t expecting. I’m glad I went into this one without knowing too much beforehand. This whole series by different author has been a wild ride and every story flows into each other. Just wish there was more to the final Chapter. Otherwise omw loved it.

[Cheryl]

Gimmie all the emotions. Jasmine and Harrison both experienced a range of emotions. It was not just Jasmine that got something out of the program. Harrison found his person. Yet, Harrison gave a lot back to Jasmine. To quote Jasmine; Harrison "healed her".

Jasmine learned that with the right partner, it can be an enjoyable time for both. It is not just a take relationship but a give and take. I appreciated that Harrison showed just how in tune he was with Jasmine, even if she did not voice it out loud. With their sessions, he took care to not push too much.

I loved reading about Jasmine and Harrison's story. This book is a favorite in this series of mine.

[Mags]

Jasmine and Harrison story.

This one broke me a little at the start. Jasmine really wasn't having a great time of it. Between her parents death and landing with her sister and brother in law.

Normally reading about what happened to her wouldn't bother me but as soon as she went down stairs I was pretty much screaming at my kindle for her to get somewhere safe.

I did find it a little weird that she started the program when other were already in the middle of it as in the first lot of book it made it all look like everyone's program should start at the same time.

I would have loved to have seen more of them outwith the program.

[Vix]

ARC review
This book the 6th ive read in The Meridian institute Series. This is Jasmine and Harrisons story. Jasmine has been through pure hell! Her friend hears about the institute and suggets it to Jasmine. Jasmine goes in a last ditch attempt to heal . She is paired with Harrison as her trainer. As always definitely check your trigger warning before reading any of these books as the delve into some heavy and dark topics. But I love how hard Harrison falls for Jasmine and seeks revenge for her in the best of ways!!!! Another page turner I couldn't put down!!!

I received an advance reader copy from the author and leave this honest review voluntarily.

[Rikkimennyt]

I loved this! Jasmine and Harrison were well written and you could see the chemistry between them. I chuckled when Jasmine pushed Harrison’s buttons the best way possible. The sassy brat role suit her. Harrison’s character was equally fun. He really had to work hard to get this brat under control.

There was a nice plot under the story and the pacing was right without dragging nor being hurried. The ending was sweet and kinda made everything knit nicely together.

I received an arc and this is my honest review. I can recommend this one!

[Jacqui Waalkes]

Please check the trigger warnings this book hits them fast and hard right out the gate - not that I'm complaining

Jasmine has been through some rough stuff going into her adult life and formed some not great coping mechanisms . Harrison is a sex therapist who has finally found his match in one of his patients at Meridian Institute. This story explored both of their background and their brief time at the Meridian Institute.

This book left me wanting a more cathartic ending. Overall a good read though.

[Jennifer Bollnow]

Jasmine enters Meridian after dealing with trauma from her past and how it affects all areas of her life. She was alone, and a friend recommended Meridian treatment. Harrison is a new trainer at Meridian and has just broken up with his girlfriend. Jasmine is a fun brat; some of her remarks are hilarious. This is a fun and spicy dark romance. It has dark moments, suspense, and mystery. The beginning is really great, and it sucks you into Jasmine's story. It does have possible triggers, so check out the warnings or read at your own risk.

[Scarlet]

I enjoyed this throughly however the ending felt a little rushed. I loved how detailed and through the beginning was with the plot development however my issue wasnt the ending itself but the fact that the fmc's problems evaporated the moment something mmc offered when he wasn't the full problem to begin with kinda like the trauma made her make the choice. Even with that said I did enjoy this read between the vivid details and it having more plot was a welcomed change of pace. Highly Recommend! I got this via the author and this is my voluntary review.

[Luna May]

Jasmine's past is marked with tragedy and horrible circumstances. At Meridian, she test her trainer, Harrison, in ways many brats like to test those who hold positions of authority.

Jasmine and Harrison's story is packed full of ups and downs, and the author did a good job of keeping the pace steady and making sure the story ebbs and flows in a way that keeps the reader pulled in.

This is a wonderful contribution to the anthology, and I truly enjoyed it.

[Kitten]

Check the triggers!
Another great story to add to the series. I loved seeing some of the other characters mentioned. I'm really starting to enjoy all the books from Licia that I've read. While there are some tough topics mentioned, there is also ain't very sweet moments. Jasmine is a brat, and definitely should have been punished for the things she did, but it was good too see her heal, in her own ways with Harrisons help.

[Stephanie Abelli]

Jasmine is violated one night by her sister’s husband and 2 of his friends. She gets away and end up in the hospital. Her sister doesn’t believe her and the whole situation really messes her up. She ends up going to the Meridian Institute where Harrison is assigned as her trainer. Harrison just got a job there and she will be his first assignment. This was a good dark romance with good spice and drama.

[Kelsy Jade]

3.5⭐

This was a good read. The beginning was very devastating. I absolutely hated Jasmine's sister. I hated that she didn't support the FMC, Jasmine, against her husband. I definitely loved that jasmine didn't take anything from anyone and that she eventually got the justice she should have gotten from the start. Not my favorite of the series, but still a good book and I would still recommend. Check TWs.

[Lisa Ragan]

A short novella dealing with real life trauma and the aftermath that follows. It’s amazing the different ways we each deal with trauma and the different paths it takes us on. Some of us have it easier than others but in the end I think we all wonder why, why us. Most importantly it can lead to us not being able to believe in ourselves or being able to trust the right people. Not everyone is out to hurt us and some are even willing to go to battle for us if we can let them in.

[✨jae bea📚]

🖤jasmine’s story! oh how i hated the beginning of this book. the trauma she endures had me so upset. she is so
strong and had so much fire in her! her defiance was definitely different than the others. harrison had his hands full with her but helped her heal while also healing himself. i loved them together and i love that they get their happy ending! thank you licia for this one🤍
❗️check triggers❗️

[Hazel]

Book 6 in the Meridian Institute Series

This was a deeple emotional and traumatic story exspecially around Jasmine, what happened to hear was awful.

But her journey at the meridian institute as she finds healing , hope & trust again not only within herself but humanity again is beautiful

Overall this was a well written, well paced story with good plot, spicy spice and some intense moments that were well balanced

[Bianca Pluym]

What happened to Jasmine is heartbreaking.
This story really moved me; I could feel the emotions coming through the words.

Once at the Meridian Institute, she provokes Harrison on multiple fronts.

The story is well written; I hope we’ll encounter Parker’s story in another book in this series.
His personality deserves a book!

[Kyla Lynn]

Poor Jasmine. The amount of trauma that she has endured, that is heartbreaking. She is strong, sassy and fierce. Harrison, oh where do I start with him? He is so good with her but will do whatever he can to help her. Along the way, things change. This is apart of the Meridian series and oh my gsh, you will not be disappointed one bit.

[Michelle]

Read your triggers first, there's a lot that happens in this book, especially early on. Jasmine has been through some really (really) tough stuff. Her journey with Harrison is nice to read, and it's fun to see them heal together. Licia Dawn is really descriptive, and it works very well with these characters and their story.

[Pretty_Poisons_Dark_Romance]

This is a dark BDSM romance within the Meridian Institute series. Licia Dawn wrote Jasmine and Harrison's characters so well. Even though Jasmine has a 'brat; mentality, Harrison knew exactly how to handle her. The authoer lease out no details in this story and they were all so good!! I will reviewing all 9 stories so be sure to check my profile for the other 8!

[Jessica Price]

This book was something and I enjoyed it. The trauma she went through was heart breaking. Then she finds last ditch treatment and meets her match. They both fall for one another while having some good therapy sessions. For BDSM base think it could have been a little more but that being said it’s just me being picky. And the twist is something I did not see coming till near the end to be honest.