Title: Empire of Ache & Ruin
Trilogy: Empire of Ruin #1
Author: Diana A. Hicks
Genre: Contemporary Dark Romance
Tropes: Forbidden/Virgin Auction/Billionaire
Revenge/Brother’s Best Friend/He Falls First
Cover Design: @TheAuthorBuddy
Release Date: May 6, 2025
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“Stay away from me, Little Dove. I’m exactly the monster you think I am.” – Archer
The ballet performance of my life ends with a forbidden auction.
My older brother’s best friend is the highest bidder.
Now he’s here to claim his prize…me.
But the reclusive billionaire is no knight in shining armor.
Though I’m irrevocably drawn to him, I know something sinister lurks beneath those steely blue eyes.
I must protect my family, even if it means losing myself in the process.
A Note from Diana: Empire of Ache & Ruin is a 150k-word romance novel. It’s book one in the Empire of Ruin Trilogy, featuring Archer/Tristan and Paloma. This Beauty and the Beast retelling is about never letting go. Check TW
Diana A. Hicks is an award-winning author of steamy, new adult romance with a heavy dose of suspense.
When Diana is not writing, she enjoys hot yoga, kickboxing, traveling, and indulging in the simple joys of life like wine and chocolate. She lives in Atlanta and loves spending time with her two children and husband. Connect with Diana on social media to stay up to date on her latest releases.
Praise for Diana A. Hicks:
“Hicks’ first installment of her Desert Monsoon series is confident and assured with strong storytelling, nuanced characters, and a dynamic blend of romance and suspense…A sexy and irresistible tale for fans of contemporary romance.” – Kirkus Reviews
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