by L.J. Shen is a steamy contemporary romance novella that serves as the prequel to the popular Sinners of Saint series. It is characterized by its high heat levels, "insta-love" tropes, and a forbidden teacher-student dynamic. Core Book Overview Genre : Contemporary Romance (Erotic/Novella). Main Characters :
: An 18-year-old high school senior, privileged "HotHole," and son of the school principal. Defy by L.J. Shen
: A 26-year-old teacher at All Saints High and a former injured ballerina. While technically the first book chronologically, Defy is
While technically the first book chronologically, Defy is often listed as in the series. Defy | L.J. Shen While technically the first book chronologically
: After a car accident brings them together, Jaime offers Melody a deal—a secret fling that must end by his graduation. Their affair defies social norms and school rules, risking Melody's career and reputation. Reading Order & Series Context