Arianna Cruz has lived a life carved by fire - not the kind that warms, but the kind that burns everything in its path. Childhood abuse, loss, abandonment, and betrayal left her with scars that no one sees but everyone feels. Now in her late twenties, she's determined to rebuild - for herself, and for the children who depend on her.

But healing isn't a straight line.

It's a storm.

As Arianna navigates love, trust, and the haunting pull of her past, she's torn between the safety she craves and the dangerous allure of those who've both saved and shattered her. With romance, heartbreak, and raw truth woven together, Ashes of Her is a dark and gripping story about survival, resilience, and the cost of reclaiming your life.

Perfect for readers who crave emotional depth, intense romance, and characters who feel real enough to bleed.