Surrendering Hope

He’s her greatest threat. She’s his forbidden obsession. But when gods wage war, love becomes the deadliest betrayal—and hate burns hotter than Hell.

Natia Waterford never asked to be Pandora—or to carry the burden of hope in a world on the brink of ruin. Still reeling from Archan's betrayal and possession by a primordial evil, she’s on the run, bound by duty and cursed by a destiny she doesn’t understand. Her blood may have saved one protector, but it’s also painted a target on her back. And the monster wearing Archan’s face wants her—body, power, soul. Especially the soul.

Now, Natia must navigate a deadly web of Greek gods, demonic bargains, and betrayals that slice deeper than blades. Her only allies? A fire-wielding best friend, a goddess with boundary issues, and the man who once tried to break her… now hell-bent on protecting her.

But Archan is still inside the monster, and he’s fighting to get back to her. If Natia can’t free him, she may have to destroy him.

And if she falters, humanity won’t burn. It will beg for death.

This spicy, supernatural romance is packed with:

🔥 A headstrong, sass-slinging heroine discovering her power

🔥 A broody god-possessed alphahole with unresolved sexual tension for days

🔥 Myth, monsters, and meddling gods

🔥 Banter sharp enough to draw blood

🔥 Magic, madness, and a love that could end the world (literally)

Hope was only the beginning.

Now it’s time to surrender—or die trying.

Reviews

“There's darkness and light, terror and hope. It's beautifully written and wonderfully descriptive. It's heartbreaking and joyous and soul destroying.” - Michaella Dieter, Goodreads.

“First book in this series shattered me, second book in this series ruined me.” - Yourstrulybooknerd, Goodreads.

“It’s a fantastic mix of fantasy and mythology that was so unique and unlike anything I have read before.” - Megan, Goodreads.

“The novel is intense, hot, dark but bright and beautifully written.” - Adhya Kalr, Goodreads.

“This is a masterpiece.” - Jamie Stahl, Goodreads.

“This series pulled me in from the first sentence and kept me holding my seat until the very last sentence. Adaline’s writing is raw, real and encapsulating.” - Erica, Goodreads.

“The characters, the settings, and magic will undoubtedly bring your imagination to life.” - C.S. Nuguid, Goodreads.

“Steamy, action-packed, and full of snark, Adaline Winters continues to kill it with Surrendering Hope." - Isabella Tugman, Goodreads.