Brotherhood of Secrets & Lies

Brotherhood of Secrets & Lies is Book 2, a stand-alone novella in The Drama & Secrets Series. Be sure to read The Tannell's Family Secret Book 1

A thrilling fiction suspense about a college fraternity that stops at nothing to cover their webs of secrets and lies.
Bayoutown University tries to have a fresh start to the fall semester after two murders from last fall still go unsolved. The most popular fraternity on campus reign reaches it's peak as their secrets and lies are on the edge of being uncovered. How far will the fraternity brothers go to keep their secrets covered? Zion, the fraternity leader, whose uncle is Dean Watts, is used to getting his way on campus. A college freshman athlete, Shawn, ends up running across the very fraternity his older brother, JaMarion warned him about. Shawn discovers the real reason why his brother JaMarion transferred to LakeTown University after his roommate was murdered last fall. At Bayoutown University the students aren't the only ones with secrets, the faculty have hidden secrets of their own.

Editorial

Five Star Readers' Favorite Book Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Reviewed by Chad Richins for Readers' Favorite

Brotherhood of Secrets & Lies by Lashonda Beauregard, the second book in The Drama & Secrets Series, takes readers into the tense and secretive world of Bayoutown University. This standalone novella follows Shawn, a freshman athlete, as he navigates the campus's fraternity politics while grappling with the shadow of two unsolved murders. The influence of the Phi Zu fraternity, led by the manipulative Zion Watts, looms large, entwining students and faculty alike in a web of corruption, secrets, and lies. As Shawn uncovers unsettling truths about his brother's abrupt transfer and the fraternity's dangerous reach, he's drawn into a high-stakes battle for justice. Themes of loyalty, power, and the search for truth pulse through this gripping story set against a vivid college backdrop.

Brotherhood of Secrets & Lies by Lashonda Beauregard offers a fascinating and intense plot that keeps you turning the pages. The stakes are real and urgent, thanks to Shawn's relatable struggle as he uncovers the fraternity's dark side. The characters, particularly Shawn and Zion, are well-crafted to drive the tension, and the interplay between students and corrupt authority figures adds an extra layer of intrigue. The pacing is tight, with flashbacks and current events woven together to build suspense effectively. One thing that stood out is how the story contrasts the seemingly idyllic image of Bayoutown University with the dark secrets lurking beneath the surface. The Phi Zu fraternity projects an image of brotherhood and success, but this masks a culture of violence, intimidation, and corruption. This suggests that things are not always what they seem and encourages a critical examination of institutions and those in positions of power. If you enjoy stories about unraveling mysteries, navigating dangerous alliances, and rooting for an underdog protagonist, this book is a satisfying read.