The Living Edge by Cherise Sinclair

From homeless thief to skilled craftswoman.
All her life, Aralia was told she’s too high-energy. Too dramatic. Her foster father saved her from the streets and taught her wood-crafting skills to rival his own. But now he is gone—and she longs to honor him by completing his last unfinished commission.

But gods help her, the project is equipment for a private bondage club.
Years ago, she partied with “edge players” and was drugged and assaulted. Even counseling couldn’t erase the nightmares. Nonetheless, for her beloved mentor, she’ll suck it up and do the job.

Jean-Pierre Dragomir, the owner of Chains, is known for coming down hard on consent violations. He stays involved in all aspects of his club. So it’s a surprise to find a stranger measuring the dungeon equipment. Despite an ugly breakup leaving him wary, he’s enchanted with the woman. She’s talkative, energetic, spirited—and her attempts to hide her fears bring out his protective nature.

Why, oh why, does the club owner have to be charming, with a sexy French accent…and so Dominant it makes her stomach quiver? Even more alarming, he doesn’t want to change her or fix her like her ex. He likes who she is.
But she’s caught the attention of someone from her past. He’s watching. And ready to make her experience the worst night of her life all over again.

Tags: Full-length & sizzling hot. No cliffhanger & no cheating. A wounded heroine in need of love & belonging. A protective, utterly confident hero who can give her exactly what she needs. An adorable, fluffy cat. Simply, one very sigh-worthy romance.

Content Warning: This novel includes depictions of sexual violence and PTSD.