100 parts Complete MatureBook 1 in The Ruin and Reign Series
Shanaya once believed that love was everything-until she lost the most precious part of her life. Now, she walks through the world with a heart that refuses to hope, convinced that love is nothing more than an illusion. The city lights may shine, but they can't pierce the darkness she carries inside.
Kabir, the most eligible bachelor in New York, has everything-fame, fortune, and an endless list of admirers. But when his eyes meet Shanaya's across a crowded street, the world tilts. She isn't like the others; she doesn't swoon at his presence or fight for his attention. Instead, she carries a storm in her eyes, and he knows he's found the one person who could change everything.
But Shanaya isn't looking for love.
"I don't believe in fairy tales," she whispers, turning away.
Kabir smirks, his voice dropping to a low murmur. "Good. Because I'm not here to save you, Shanaya. I'm here to watch you burn-and if you let me, I'll burn with you.
As fate keeps pulling them together, Kabir becomes the one thing Shanaya never expected-a reason to feel again. But can she let go of the past and allow herself to embrace a love that could heal her? Or will the scars of yesterday keep her from the happiness that stands right in front of her?
A story of heartbreak, healing, obsession and an undeniable connection that defies the odds-ASHES OF US will make you believe in love, even when hope feels lost.
-----------
Tropes :
Grumpy X sunshine
Second chance
Possessive MMC
Sweet but feisty FMC
Slow burn
Opposites attract
Broken but beautiful