Emerald Ruin: Wounded Hero Forced Proximity Dark Romance (The Dark Estate Book 2)

Why we recommend it

A wounded, brooding hero anchors this second estate romance, where forced proximity throws together a scarred man and a heroine who sees past his ruin. Expect emotional rawness, possessive devotion and a slow thaw as old damage gives way to want. Atmospheric and tender beneath the darkness, it's a strong pick for readers who love a broken protector clawing toward redemption and a love that heals as much as it consumes.