Darling Venom: By Parker S. Huntington

📍 This book contains heavy themes of suicide and self-harm. Please check full content warnings before diving in.

It begins with a chance meeting on a rooftop between Charlotte and Kellan, two lonely teenagers.

After a tragic event, the story jumps years into the future, focusing on Charlotte and Kellan's brother, Tate. 🎭 Character Dynamics Darling Venom by Parker S. Huntington

Huntington uses incredibly poetic, almost flowery language. It matches the "dark academia" aesthetic of the setting.

The "villain" who isn't really a villain. He is cold, angry, and drowning in his own loss. 📍 This book contains heavy themes of suicide

Their relationship is born from shared trauma. It is toxic, sharp, and deeply sad before it ever becomes romantic. ✍️ Writing Style & Themes

The story is split between a "past" and a "present" timeline. After a tragic event, the story jumps years

Readers who love The Ravenhood series or Colleen Hoover, and don't mind a "ugly cry" book.