Review: Dear Reader -Tate James
Review: Dear Reader - Book #1 The Devil's Backbone Series - Tate James - May 2025 Tate James has long been one of my go-to authors when I need a dark, addictive escape—and Dear Reader absolutely delivered. Her reverse harems and edgy New Adult romances are just so easy to devour, and while some of her characters are total heartthrobs, others are unapologetic jerks (and somehow, I still love them). This series caught my eye with its intriguing title and the promise of a secret society—and wow, did it deliver the drama. We meet Ashley just as her life takes a sharp turn—her mum marries a billionaire, and suddenly she’s off to a prestigious university on a scholarship. Ashley’s not fussed about popularity; she’s there to study and keep her head down. But of course, her stepbrother Nate’s friends have other plans. Cue Heath, Carter, and Royce—each bringing their own brand of chaos and chemistry. Heath feels like true love, Carter brings the heat, and Royce has those protective, brothe...