The Hazed Series by Brittany Butler

*This book deals with mature situations and is intended for readers over 18.* After spending winter break away from Hayze, Taylor is certain she's over him. The first day of spring semester starts and suddenly he's everywhere. But he’s different, his temper is leveled, and he doesn’t spend his nights in bars. With Hayze, not everything is so black and white. He still has secrets, and it doesn't help that his friend mysteriously disappeared... more*This book deals with mature situations and is intended for readers over 18.* After spending winter break away from Hayze, Taylor is certain she's over him. The first day of spring semester starts and suddenly he's everywhere. But he’s different, his temper is leveled, and he doesn’t spend his nights in bars. With Hayze, not everything is so black and white. He still has secrets, and it doesn't help that his friend mysteriously disappeared. With accusations pointing at him, odd things start happening, and Taylor is offered the chance of a lifetime. Over the last year, she’s fought for him. She thought he could change, but the more time they spend together, she sees he still has the same tendencies. Whether it be with Hayze, or on her own, Taylor decides it’s time to put the past completely behind her and move forward. less

He was addicted to her, and he wasn't sure how dangerous that might be. She could wreck him, but he had the power to take something so pure and twist it into darkness. Hayze Clark has accepted the universe loathed him long ago. He was accustomed to covering his past and constantly anxious mind, with girls, drugs, and alcohol. When Taylor Thompson comes stumbling into a bar, he’s core is shaken. For the first time in his life, he begins to question if what he is doing is right... moreHe was addicted to her, and he wasn't sure how dangerous that might be. She could wreck him, but he had the power to take something so pure and twist it into darkness. Hayze Clark has accepted the universe loathed him long ago. He was accustomed to covering his past and constantly anxious mind, with girls, drugs, and alcohol. When Taylor Thompson comes stumbling into a bar, he’s core is shaken. For the first time in his life, he begins to question if what he is doing is right. He begins to develop feelings for her, and It appears she’s into him as well. The problem is, she can’t know anything about his past. Instead of showing her how he really cares, he begins to lash out. Afraid someone will tell her the truth, he’s constantly on edge. With his odd behavior, and constant need to keep her at arm’s length, she begins to connect the dots, just as the unthinkable happens. When the truth comes to life, Taylor is left unsure that she, nor anyone else, can help him. less