coming july 30

Trauma doesn’t just haunt you—it reshapes you.

Vannessa Yi knows survival isn’t the same as living. After escaping the man who stole her safety, she’s trying to carve out a life of her own. Los Angeles offers distance. Breathing room. And the hope that this time, she’s finally out of his reach. But the past rarely stays quiet, and some scars don’t fade in the dark.

Ryan Kessworth has spent years trying to outrun the ghosts of his childhood—on stage, on tour, in the arms of strangers. Silence has never been comfortable. Around Vann, it’s different. She moves with a quiet grace, slowly letting him in. And the closer they get, the harder it is to hold back.

In the stillness that lives between hesitation and hope, Kess and Vann must learn what it means to be seen, how to trust, and that intimacy is its own kind of courage. When the past resurfaces with a chilling threat, Vann is forced to choose: run, or fight for the life and love they both deserve.

Set against the glow of city lights, breathless uncertainty, and stolen moments where closeness is earned, The Sea At Dawn is a slow-burn, trauma-informed romance about resilience, connection, and finding light in the darkest moments. Perfect for readers who crave emotional depth, character-driven healing arcs, and love stories where choice and courage are everything.

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