He says he's too destructive. I say he's perfectly imperfect. I have loved him since before I even knew what the word meant. But our different lifestyles are worlds apart. When our once casual habit isn't enough for David anymore, his addiction drives a wedge between us, forcing us to seek love in wrong and dangerous places. David pushes me further away and into the arms of another man. Someone he thinks can love me the way he can't. But that person isn't safe for me. And I'll never be the same after this. What will happen when the lines between love and friendship are blurred? And can we find out before it's too late for us? Shoot Down the Stars is a hauntingly beautiful new adult dark romance novel. If you like tortured characters, angst, and slow-burn love, then you’ll love this debut by Lauren Biel. Read now to find out what broke apart Emily and David, and what ultimately brought them back together. This contemporary dark romance is recommended for adult readers only. Please refer to my website for content warnings.

What’s worse than letting her love me? Letting myself love someone else. I’m at the lowest point in my life, dealing with the aftermath of what I did. I have nothing to stay sober for. Everything that has happened to me continues to haunt me. When my eyes meet Skye’s in therapy, I recognize her pain. She’s as damaged as I am, and I need to protect her. I take her in, despite the protest of everyone, including myself. What am I going to do with an eighteen year old girl who’s as broken as me? I take her under my wing and give her the strength to fly. She forces me to my feet when all I want to do is crawl. She makes me feel things, and I love and hate her for it. Fire can’t burn fire, but will it create a wildfire? Colliding Stars is a heart wrenching spin-off to Lauren Biel’s debut novel, Shoot Down the Stars. This emotional dark romance follows Kevin and introduces Skye as they navigate trauma, recovery, and ultimately redemption. Read now to find out what caused their pain to collide. This contemporary dark romance is recommended for adult readers only. TW: stalking/obsession, mental health struggles (substance abuse, eating disorder, panic attacks), PTSD, self harm, off page CSA, domestic violence (not between MCs), graphic combat flashbacks