The city of Rainhill Falls bleeds power—and its rulers don’t fall in love. They conquer.
But sometimes, love is the most dangerous weapon of all.
I’m so excited to officially announce that The Sinner’s Bride is coming soon. If you’re a fan of dark romance, mafia empires, and forbidden, high-stakes love, this one is for you.
What is The Sinner’s Bride about?
Shiloh Bird spent her whole life trying to outrun the empire her father built—an empire soaked in blood, loyalty, and betrayal. She became a lawyer. She created a new life. But when her father loses everything, the debt is collected with her.
Now forced into a marriage with Jagger Moss—the cold, obsessive heir to the most powerful crime family in Rainhill Falls—Shiloh is pulled back into the world she swore she’d never return to.
But Shiloh isn’t the same girl she once was.
And neither is Maddox.
Jagger’s most trusted enforcer.
His brother in arms.
His right-hand man.
Maddox is supposed to protect her. Watch her. Control her.
But the one thing he isn’t supposed to do?
Want her.
And in this world, where love is a weakness and power is everything, someone’s always ready to make the first move.
What You Can Expect:
Tropes You’ll Love (or love to scream about):
- 💍 Arranged Marriage
- 💔 Love Triangle
- 🔥 Forbidden Romance
- ⚔️ Enemies to Lovers
- 🖤 Morally Gray Men
- 💥 Mafia Politics, Betrayal & Power Games
- 💋 Possessive Hero Energy
- 👑 Strong, Strategic Heroine
- 🩸 Grief, survival, and choosing power over peace
⚠️ Content Warning:
This is a dark romance intended for 18+ readers and contains mature and triggering themes, including:
- Graphic violence and murder
- Sexual content with dominant/possessive dynamics
- Death of a loved one (past tense)
- Power imbalances
- Criminal underworld dynamics
- Strong language, betrayal, and intense emotional conflict
Please read responsibly.
Why This Story?
The Sinner’s Bride is more than just a dark romance. It’s a story about legacy and loyalty. It defines what it means to choose yourself when everyone else tries to claim you. It’s a slow burn and an explosion. It’s about ruling, not surviving.
This book has lived in my head and heart for a long time. I’m so proud to finally be bringing it to you. Shiloh, Jagger, and Maddox are twisted, messy, and impossible to forget. Once you meet them, you’ll understand why I couldn’t let them go.
When Can You Read It?
Release day is June 1, 2025!
🖤 ARCs are out now
🖤 Teasers and character art will be posted here and on my social platforms
🖤 Bonus scenes and exclusive family trees are coming to the blog
If you love stories that blur the lines between love and obsession, between control and chaos—this book is for you.
Stay close, dark hearts.
The game is just beginning.
— Kaylessa 🖤
Kaylessa Black 