Some sins are worth the fall.
Lance Calloway fights when they tell him to fight. Bleeds when they tell him to bleed. Breaks when they tell him to break.
Six years in an unsanctioned cage, and the one line he's never crossed? Loyalty to his best friend, no matter the cost.
Then he's asked to protect her.
Genevieve DeGrance didn't ask for any of this.
She came to Rosebrook Falls to be with the mayor's son. But nothing in this town is what it seems.
Especially not the dangerous fighter who watches her every move like a threat.
She hates him.
He hates her.
And yet...
The more time Lance spends guarding Genevieve, the harder it becomes to remember she belongs to someone else.
And the more she uncovers about Rosebrook Falls, the more she realizes the only honest person in her life is the one man she's forbidden to want.
In a town built on secrets and lies, falling for each other could destroy them both.
But staying away might be the one fight Lance can't win.
*Forsaking Midnight is a contemporary romance with dark themes. It is the second interconnected standalone in the Defying the Stars series. The main couple gets their happily ever after in this book, however there will be side plots and storylines that run through the series.
This book contains spoilers for Burning Daylight (Book 1.) It is STRONGLY recommended to read in order and start with book 1, Burning Daylight, for a full reading experience, however it is not mandatory.
Forsaking Midnight features strong language, mature themes, and content that may be triggering. Reader Discretion is Advised. For a full list of content warnings, check the author's note or the author's website.*
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The series
In the Defying the Stars series, Emily McIntire weaves a captivating narrative that blends romance with deep emotional stakes. Set against a backdrop of complexity and desire, the series explores the lives of characters who are determined to break free from the chains of their pasts and defy the expectations placed on them.
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Each installment invites readers into a world where love isn't just a feeling but a force that challenges everything—loyalties, family, and even personal identity. Themes of second chances, forbidden love, and the struggle for redemption resonate throughout, offering an unforgettable reading experience.
As the series unfolds, readers will be drawn to the raw and vulnerable character arcs, full of longing, loss, and discovery. McIntire’s writing brings to life the quiet moments that change everything, making Defying the Stars a journey worth taking for fans of emotionally-driven, character-centric stories.
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