Cover of Defiant Knight: The Kings of Wayward Academy, Book 2

Defiant Knight: The Kings of Wayward Academy, Book 2

by Madison Mitts Brooklyn Cross

4.4
Published April 7 2026
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The game at Wayward Academy has shifted, and the stakes have never been higher. Following the unexpected betrayal of his knight, Myles, the protagonist finds himself reeling as his carefully laid plans begin to crumble. Ren Davies, once dismissed as a mere pawn, proves to be a formidable adversary who refuses to be controlled. As she continues to defy expectations and guard the secrets of her mysterious past, she becomes an undeniable threat to the established order. Caught in a high-tension dance of power and attraction, the main character is forced to pivot his tactics. The dynamic between him and Ren is a volatile push-and-pull, fueled by intense chemistry and deep-seated suspicion. As Ren’s influence seeps further into his world, the lines between ally and enemy blur, leaving him to wonder if he is already too deep to escape the trap she has laid. Featuring the classic enemies-to-lovers trope, this dark, high-stakes romance explores themes of betrayal, hidden trauma, and burning desire. With emotional depth that keeps the heart racing and a plot riddled with intrigue, the story builds toward a gripping confrontation where the only certainty is that someone is destined to fall.