Obsession By Gemma Weir | 360p 2027 |

The story begins in a high school setting where Starling, a student of modest means, encounters "The Elites"—four wealthy and powerful boys who rule the school.

: The book features several "dubcon" (dubious consent) scenarios and is rated highly for its explicit steam and spice levels. Reader Reception

is the first book in the Alphaholes series by Gemma Weir , a UK-based author known for writing dark contemporary romances featuring possessive, "alpha-hole" male leads. Released on April 28, 2022, the novel is a standalone dark bully romance that follows the intense and toxic relationship between Sebastian Lockwood and Starling. Plot Overview Obsession by Gemma Weir

: Sebastian is described as extremely possessive, manipulative, and emotionally abusive.

: The plot includes stalking, kidnapping, tracking, and intense control over the female lead's choices. The story begins in a high school setting

: Fans of the book, such as reviewers on Goodreads and TikTok , enjoy the over-the-top (OTT) possessiveness, the "bingeable" nature of the drama, and the protective dynamic Sebastian's friends eventually show toward Starling.

: Some readers on Reddit criticize the writing style as "juvenile" or "Wattpad-like," noting a lack of character depth and unrealistic portrayals of wealth and power for college-aged characters. Obsession (Alphaholes, #1) by Gemma Weir - Goodreads Released on April 28, 2022, the novel is

: After two years apart, Sebastian decides it is time to "reclaim his queen". He sets a "trap"—a gilded cage—to force her back into his life and make her love him as much as he loves her. Thematic Elements & Content Warnings