Books The Mindf*ck Series  by S.T. Abby (Author) and Beautiful Venom by Rina Kent (Author)

The "Mindf*ck" series features five novels: "The Risk," "Sidetracked," "Scarlet Angel," "All The Lies," and "Paint It All Red," and follows Lana, a vengeance-driven anti-heroine and female serial killer, alongside Logan Bennett, an FBI agent investigating her crimes. Despite their opposing roles, they develop a complex romantic relationship. The series is known for its fast-paced plot, morally gray characters, and steamy romance, earning high praise for its raw emotional depth and psychological intensity.

The story combines tropes of dark romance, enemies-to-lovers, secret societies, and primal attraction. Kane is a complex character who initially appears as a friendly and protective figure but reveals a dangerous, manipulative side, trapping Dahlia in a lethal game of trust and power.

Set against the backdrop of college and hockey, the novel features intense emotional conflicts, mind games, and shocking twists, blending dark academia with high-stakes drama. Dahlia’s mission for vengeance soon becomes complicated by intense attraction and shifting alliances, making the story a thrilling mix of suspense and romance.