Perfect Until It Hurts
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Last published Tue, May 20, 2025
"He was perfect. Until he wasn't."
When Alina Carter falls for Evan Knightley-the boy who seems too good to be true-she's swept into a world of love, obsession, and secrets darker than she ever imagined. What begins as a fairy tale turns into a waking nightmare when Evan's charm twists into control, jealousy, and manipulation.
With the help of her fiercely loyal best friend, Jade, and the haunting voice of a girl from Evan's past, Alina must confront the truth before it's too late. But walking away from a man like Evan comes with a cost... and not everyone survives.
Perfect Until It Hurts is a psychological romance thriller that will leave your heart racing and your trust shattered.
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