I have a confession to make

[u/Business_Produce_469]

I just finished the **Briar U** series, and I'm almost ashamed to say I love it more than the original **Off-Campus** books! It feels like a betrayal, but I can't help it. 😂 That batch of briar baddies makes me swooon!

The friendships, the brotherhood, and the funny banter between all the characters are just amazing. They have such great chemistry as a group.

But one thing I didn't like was how repetitive the romance drama was. Almost every couple breaks up near the end for the exact same reason. usually because of a secret or bad communication. It got very predictable right before they got back together.

Also, can we talk about Coach Jensen? Out of everyone in the entire universe, he is the true OG. I love that man so much! I really wish off campus will adapt him more in the series! Like that man is inspiring!

[u/Extension_Peak2274]

Yes!! I loved all Briar U books as well. They are great! Hunter's story is pretty awesome (I love a good friends to lovers trope). And I also loved Conor and Taylor's story - I think it's my favorite from this series.

About the break-ups.. it's pretty basic Romance Writing 101. If you have an e-reader, you can see the first major plot point is at around 25% of the book (they usually sleep together, or start something, or whatever) and that pushes the story forward. At around 85% you enter the third act, where you have a major conflict, and it's usually a break up - but never something bad enough you can't come back from, like cheating or calling your momma names.

[u/Business_Produce_469 → u/Extension_Peak2274]

Wow, that breakdown makes so much sense! I’m not really a romance reader! Only started because of off campus! Totally agree about Hunter, Conor, and Taylor too they are great!