Light Locked by A.K. Chandler

A deadly forest, a world-ending relic, and two enemies forced into an alliance–will the sparks between them light their way, or burn their worlds to ash?

Clea Hart, a gifted healer and sheltered royal, becomes an outlaw the moment she steals the Deadlock Medallion—a dark relic intent on possessing anyone it touches. To protect mankind, she must destroy it, and that means returning home. The forest of Shambelin is the only obstacle standing in her way, but it’s a monster-infested labyrinth no human has crossed in years.
Ryson can change that. A haunted warrior with a past steeped in blood, he has his own reasons for being her guide, even if every instinct urges him to betray her. As they confront the deadly secrets of the forest–and the dangerous truths about themselves—Clea and Ryson must face a growing connection they can’t ignore.

The forest closes in, the Medallion’s power swells, and their bond only grows stronger. They have a chance at survival, but the truth is inescapable: they’re destined for each other, and destiny might be their greatest enemy yet.