Publisher's Synopsis
Cora thought returning to Pine Brook Hill, Colorado, would be her chance to rebuild-not just her grandmother's beloved bridal boutique, but her sense of purpose. Fresh out of college and grieving the only family she ever knew, she throws herself into reviving Boughton Bridal, determined to make her Gram's legacy thrive. But the shadows of Cora's past linger, and her small-town home holds secrets that refuse to stay buried.
Then she meets Declan Atler, the town's most eligible and magnetic bachelor. A confident and accomplished surgeon, Declan sweeps Cora off her feet with his charm and devotion, offering her stability she's longed for since her life unraveled. Falling for him feels easy too easy. Cora's grief fades as Declan's world becomes hers, and together, they plan a future that seems flawless.
But just as Cora starts to believe she's found her happily-ever-after, disaster strikes. A devastating fire reduces her boutique and her dreams to ashes. Desperate for a sense of safety, Cora agrees to move in with Declan and fast-track their wedding. Yet behind the walls of Declan's luxurious home, cracks begin to show. What starts as a fairy tale quickly spirals into a maze of unrelenting control, unsettling secrets, and a love that feels more like a cage.
As Cora uncovers the truth about her past and the life she thought she wanted, she must decide if she has the strength to walk away or if she'll lose herself completely in the flames.
