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Sweet Ruin
A Valentine Anthology
2026
First Published
4.84
Average Rating
476
Number of Pages

Sweet Ruin is a dark Valentine anthology featuring 14 twisted tales by 12 hauntingly brilliant authors, all bound together by one deceptively innocent tradition… the heart-shaped chocolate box. Behind every satin ribbon and glossy lid lurks obsession, betrayal, revenge, and desire sharpened into something dangerous. Love isn’t always sweet—sometimes it’s fatal. From whispered promises to deadly secrets, these stories prove that romance can rot, passion can poison, and the prettiest gifts often hide the darkest intentions. Open the box… if you dare. KIRSTEN GALE, JED KENT, ALI CLARK, J.D. SETZER, KENDRA SMART, JIM DONOHUE, ABBY WOODLAND, ANDY HOLBERRY, MICHELLE CARBAJAL, ASHLEY MARIE, SASSYGIRL, MELINDA POUNCEY

Avg Rating
4.84
Number of Ratings
19
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Author

Kirsten Gale
Kirsten Gale
Author · 3 books
Kirsten Gale is a thriller author who loves crafting dark, twisted stories that keep readers hooked until the last page. Fascinated by the eerie and unexplained, she spends her free time researching folklore and uncovering the secrets behind ancient legends. When she’s not writing, she enjoys spending time with her family and finding inspiration in the world’s hidden mysteries.
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