Hate Me Like You Love Me

Serena is a survivor. Her mother died of cancer. Her dad moved on too fast. 

Caleb is a boy she was raised with. He was a constant threat with sharp words and calculated humiliations. He had a reputation built on hurting people. 

These two were brought together by circumstance and became enemies. Their forced closeness exposes wounds they never wanted to share. What begins as banter turns into something more intimate and dangerous. She is the virgin who should know better, and he is the magnetic bad boy who wants more. 

Themes Discussed in Hate Me Like You Love Me

🤕 Bullying

😍 Obsession

❌ Forbidden attraction

🕊️ Self-worth and redemption

🥀 Loss and grief

Reasons to Read Hate Me Like You Love Me 

⚔️ Enemies to lovers trope

🩹 Healing trauma and growing from pain

💪 Surviving bullying

🔥 Slow burn where every look matters

Meet The Main Characters 

👧🏻 Serena

Serena controls her world tightly because losing control is not an option in her world. She understands Caleb is dangerous because he sees exactly who she is. Serena is a survivor who is quiet and a virgin, not by innocence but by self-preservation. 

👦🏻 Caleb

He knew early in life that being wanted for his body is easier than being known for scars. He is a feared golden boy who is cruel and reckless in his decision-making. The relationship with Serena is complicated but real. 

When love heals and hurts at the same time. This campus romance will make you reflect on your teenage years 🖤