While Mercy endures a dangerous trial, Arlo wrestles his inner demons. When his sanity shatters, and all hope seems lost, they're forced to come to terms with the reality of imminent death. On the brink of ruin, a rebellion emerges. Mercy and Arlo find a renewed will to fight as they learn the real story of Ember Glen.
MERCY
Death has always been chasing me, and I fear it's finally caught up.
If this trial doesn't end my life, it will surely take my mind.
And nothing could have prepared me for the despair yet to come.
Though everything seems hopeless, my love for Arlo remains constant. A part of me wants to give up and fade away with him. But secrets are being kept, and though I never expected to live long enough to learn the truth, a brewing rebellion might be the end of it all.
If Arlo and I are going down in flames, at least we can burn Ember Glen down with us.
ARLO
The end of everything approaches, and I've never felt so lost.
I'm sickened by the trial Mercy is forced to endure.
If I could complete it in her stead, I would trade places with her in a heartbeat.
I can't do anything for her, and it wrecks my soul. My sanity is shattered, and I lose all control. And though my actions draw death nearer, its imminence inspires boldness. When we finally discover the truth, we have nothing left to lose.
One way or another, Mercy and I will end this-either everything will change, or we'll leave this place burning in our wake.
READING ORDER
Book 1: Spark of Madness
Book 2: Blaze of Misery
Book 3: Embers of Mercy
This is a dark romance series that involves many triggering elements which may be upsetting for some readers. A complete list of tropes and triggers can be found on the author's website.