Bedded by the Headmaster

*Bedded by the Headmaster* by Darcy Fayton is a tantalizing dark fantasy romance that dives deep into the complexities of forbidden love and power dynamics. The story is set in the eerie and alluring world of Volmasque Academy, where wolf shifter Susie finds herself navigating the treacherous waters of an age-gap relationship with the powerful vampire Headmaster Arken.

The dynamic between Susie and Arken is intense, with the narrative exploring themes of vulnerability, dominance, and transformation. Susie’s courage and ambition to improve the lives of her fellow students make her a compelling FMC, while Arken’s struggle with his dark past and growing feelings for Susie adds depth to his character. Their relationship is undeniably spicy, with tension and passion leaping off the pages.

The story does an excellent job of setting the stage for the Kira & Nathaniel Duet, giving readers a taste of the dark and seductive world that lies ahead. However, some readers might find the power imbalance between Susie and Arken unsettling, and the dark themes may not be for everyone. Despite this, the chemistry between the leads and the intriguing plot make it a captivating read for fans of the genre.

Overall, *Bedded by the Headmaster* is a bold and seductive tale that fans of dark fantasy romance will likely enjoy. Just be prepared for the intensity of its themes and the steamy encounters that follow.
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I got this for review on netgally.

Before the rest of the review I want to highlight that I'm very grateful for a particular chapter coming with a warning before the book start and before it begun and the ability to skip it but get a good summary so I could follow along with the story just as well. Don't think I've seen this done before.

I found the story to be very gripping and easy understanding the world and getting invested in the characters. It's very dark at times and very intense way things works in the world and the academy. I'm very interested to continue with the series.

I thought it was a great book. I loved the characters and I loved the story. Great character development.

This was a captivating story retelling the forbidden romance of a vampire headmaster and a wolf student. The trigger warning before the chapter about the SA, and the summary at the end for those who are not comfortable reading about it was a nice touch. I also liked that we aren’t pretending SA is something a person can easily move on from and continue living their life like it didn’t happen. The author acknowledges the traumatic effects of the act on the person and doesn’t pretend that Susie is fully healed and whole again after having one conversation about what happened.

I enjoyed the character portrayals. Arken is protective. He isn’t jealous that someone else is touching Susie, he simply doesn’t like that the act is making her uncomfortable, so he wants to end it for her sake. Susie is strong. She stands up for others who can’t protect themselves even though she knows she will get hurt in the process, but she does it anyway so that the other person wouldn’t have to face it alone, despite having no one protecting her. However, I liked seeing her starting to put herself first as the story progresses. I also enjoyed how the story doesn’t t reveal the answers to readers’ questions right away, but makes the reader search for it in the book and exposes it later.

Arken is supposed to be directing this school for 10 years, but I asked myself multiple times while reading if he knew what was happening in his own school. He seems very surprised to learn about the dynamic between his students, what his teachers are doing in the classrooms, and the curriculum which he apparently designed himself. 10 years is a long time and it is a bit odd that he does not know about these things already. I didn’t like that all of the text was written in the same font, it made it very difficult to differentiate characters’ thoughts from the storytelling. And I found the pause between the incident and when they finally talked about it very long. The stretch slowed down the flow of the story and made me lose interest.

I enjoyed this book more than I thought I would. The overall flow of the story was really good. It made me want to delve deeper into this universe and read about the other characters. I would rate it a 4 out of 5.

Bedded by the Headmaster is book one in the Susie & Arken's Duet by Darcy Fayton.
This intriguing romance is filled with vampires, wolf shifters and magic.
The world-building was amazing and so well done.
I was really drawn in by the premise of this book, and I feel like it really delivered on everything I was wanting and more!
It had a unique plot and magic system, and a well built world.
A satisfying blend of fantasy and romance. Escape into a world brimming with magic while getting swept away by the romance.

For the book-lov of smut! Darcy Fayton you are defently the in the top of the spicy empire! This is full of TW aka lot's of trigga warnings and it's DARK romance!

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3 very spicey stars! And not the first or last book I have read by Fayton ;)

Bedded by the Headmaster is a seriously addictive and spicy romance! From the start, the chemistry between the characters is electric, and it keeps you turning the pages. The headmaster is the perfect blend of mysterious and brooding, while the heroine is strong yet relatable, making their connection even more exciting. Fayton does a great job balancing steamy moments with sweet ones, so you get the best of both worlds. The story moves fast, keeping you hooked, and the forbidden romance element adds just the right amount of tension. If you’re into passionate, fast-paced reads with a dash of forbidden love, this one’s a total must-read!

I really enjoyed this read. The book is set in a vampire/werewolf academy where vampires are superior. The book has some very dark parts but the romance and friendships included are very endearing. I will definitely be picking up the next book and the other linked duology

It is at times very dark and intense so please check the trigger warnings if you think you might be impacted.

📚 ARC Review: Bedded by the Headmaster by Darcy Fayton 📚

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Trigger Warning Alert! It's really important to read the trigger warnings in this book, as one chapter has a clear warning and even gives you the option to skip it. There's a helpful recap at the end of that chapter so you don’t miss out on the main plot if you decide to skip.

Now onto the story—it’s a vampire and werewolf forbidden romance with plenty of spicy action that keeps you hooked from start to finish! I absolutely loved Arken, his character is so intense and intriguing. The chemistry between Arken and Susie was undeniable, and the tension is off the charts! And just when you think you’re safe, it ends on a cliffhanger that’ll leave you wanting more.

This was a great start to the series, and I can't wait to dive into the second book!

Big thanks to NetGalley and Darcy Fayton for the ARC!