⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) for dark romance fans; ⭐⭐⭐ (3/5) for general romance readers.
Emily, a talented baker, and Ryan, a former soldier, have been best friends since childhood. Their friendship has been a staple in the community, with everyone expecting them to eventually become more than just friends. However, a tragic accident five years ago changed everything. Ryan's younger brother, Jake, died in a car accident, and Emily was driving. The guilt and grief that followed drove a wedge between them, leaving their hearts locked in a state of perpetual sorrow. locked hearts t.l. smith vk