Description

In this electrifying New York Times ebook and USA Today bestseller from rising star of dark and sizzling new adult novels Marata Eros, a former ballerina struggles to hide her painful past—only to discover she’s not the only one with secrets.


"We’re terrible together. . . ."
Jess Mackey’s whole life is a meticulously fabricated lie. She escaped the violent tragedy of her past and is forging ahead with a clean slate far removed from her powerful political family and its dark secrets. But Jess can’t ignore her passions—not her love for ballet, nor her tumultuous desire for the unexpected lover who threatens to jeopardize her carefully constructed identity.

Love does no harm. . . .
Devin Castile is all sex-and-hotness wrapped up in a dangerous package. Jess worked hard to leave danger behind. But she wants Cas as much as the girl she once was longs to be free. Convinced they can keep their messy emotions at bay, Jess and Cas indulge their wildest fantasies. But soon Jess’s lies begin to crumble, and the lovers discover that freedom comes with a deadly price.

About the author(s)

Marata Eros is the New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of dark, romantic new adult novels, including A Terrible Love and its companion novel A Brutal Tenderness. A passionate writer who loves interacting with her readers, Marata lives in South Dakota with her husband.

Reviews

“Eros’s dark and twisty prose adds a depth and dimension that is addictive.”

Martini Times Romance

“This is a great curl up on the couch with your favorite liquid date on a weekend night and enjoy kind of read.”

Flirty & Dirty Book Blog

"Written so beautifully that I was in book nirvana...The story is romantic, edgy, angsty, and thrilling... This book is getting a huge recommendation from me and I hope you’ll give it a try."

Bookish Temptations

"Fast-paced, [with] so many twists and turns, and packed with suspense."

A Bookish Escape