Forbidden Studies

Authority has its privileges. And its price.

Harrison Simmons, esteemed humanities dean of Blue Ridge College, leads a life of discipline and restraint. When a steamy one-night stand from his past arrives on campus, he must choose between playing it safe or surrendering to temptation.

Nash Callahan is a charismatic cowboy/scholar determined to bring Blue Ridge into the 21st century. As an expert in digital technologies, Nash sees their potential for connection and change—if only he can convince Harrison to embrace new ideas.

From the tension of the academic battleground to the passion of the bedroom, Harrison and Nash become entangled in a high-stakes game of secrets, lies, and forbidden desire. With ruthless forces working against them, can they overcome ambition and adversity to find their truth?

Forbidden Studies is the third entry in Ryan Reed's Academic Affairs series. This novella goes behind closed doors into shrouded corners of desire, as two men strive to embrace connection despite the restraints of expectations and fears.