A hazing gone wrong. That's what they're saying happened... problem is, I know better.

I know who Melanie is. We may not have been roommates for long yet, but I know her. I know the way she smiles when she's thought of something particularly cute or funny. The way her breath comes faster when I get too close.

I know she's sweet and innocent. She's also mine. They chose the wrong woman to hurt, and they'll pay dearly for that choice.

It's time for me to take over the family business. Learn the ropes and be who I was always meant to be. But unlike my father, I'm going to play with my prey first.

** Roommates is a dark sapphic romance where there is no tension between the couple. The problems lie with outside forces. **

** Previously published under A.L. Ryan, a pen name that has since been retired.**