The Forbidden Flame

Maya Hayes never expected her summer to spiral into chaos. Sent to her grandmother's house for what was supposed to be a quiet break, she thought she'd find peace-maybe even a little fun. Instead, she finds Ryan-the town's golden boy with a smile that makes her heart race. He's charming, confident, and determined to win her over. But then there's Liam-her brooding, overprotective cousin who has always been her rock. This summer, something between them shifts. His gaze lingers too long, his touch burns too much, and every time Ryan gets too close, Liam snaps.

Liam warns her, keeps her close, tells her Ryan isn't right for her. But it's not just protectiveness-it's possession. The way his jaw clenches, the way his eyes darken when another man looks at her-it's a battle between duty and desire, and Maya is caught in the middle.

The lines between right and wrong blur with every stolen glance, every breathless moment alone. The closer she gets to Ryan, the more Liam pulls away... until she realizes it's not just Ryan he's trying to keep her from-it's himself.

What happens when the one person you should never want is the only one who sets your soul on fire?

This summer, love could destroy them all.