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From BookTok sensation Emily McIntire comes Crossed, a dark and seductive reimagining of The Hunchback of Notre Dame in her Never After series. Father Cade Frédéric is a man of the cloth, raised in the streets of Paris and dedicated to his faith. But beneath his righteous exterior lies a hidden monster—a darkness that festers within, craving to cleanse the world of sin. When Cade is sent to the hauntingly beautiful town of Festivalé, Vermont, he feels the pull of his sickness more than ever, drawn to the corruption hidden beneath the town’s quaint surface.

Amaya Paquette, a mysterious beauty, is both adored and shunned by Festivalé’s residents. By day, she cares for her younger brother, but by night she transforms into Esmeralda, a dancer whose movements mesmerize those who watch, fueling desire and greed. Despite her longing for love, Amaya avoids connection, scarred by abandonment and haunted by her past.

The moment Father Cade sets his eyes on Amaya, he becomes obsessed. Convinced she’s using witchcraft to ensnare him, Cade spirals into a dark descent, unable to think, breathe, or function without thoughts of her. His faith becomes twisted with his desire, leading him to believe that to save himself—and his soul—he must destroy her.

As Cade and Amaya are drawn into a dangerous and forbidden entanglement, the lines between salvation and sin blur. Cade is determined to rid himself of his weakness, even if it means ending the life of the only woman he’s ever loved.

Crossed is a heart-pounding tale of forbidden love, obsession, and the struggle between righteousness and darkness. Fans of dark romance will be captivated by this intense, enthralling story where temptation reigns, and the price of desire could be death.

• Language: English
• Author: Emily McIntire
• Series: Never After #5
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 416
• ISBN: 9781728275857
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