*MATURE FANTASY* Bound by fate, torn by betrayal. Their souls are intertwined. She is his mate, and he is hers, whether or not this is something they want. Elara has spent her life hiding from the oppressive forces of the Light, a powerful cult that seeks to control every aspect of her world. With a gift she keeps hidden from everyone, even her closest allies, Elara's life is a constant battle for survival. Her only solace lies in the fleeting moments of friendship she shares with her crew. Rylan is a man torn between duty and desire. His mission is clear, but his heart is conflicted. The more he learns about Elara, the more he is drawn to her fierce spirit and unyielding resolve. Yet, his secrets place him squarely in her path as an enemy. When these secrets are exposed, Rylan finds himself in a desperate race to save the woman he has come to care for, even as she looks at him with eyes filled with betrayal. With secrets revealed and loyalties tested, Elara and Rylan must decide whether their destinies are marked by darkness or if they can carve out a new path together. Mark My Soul is a gripping tale of love, loyalty, and survival, set in a richly imagined world where every choice comes with a price.