Mooncrush

Kapri Stroud has finally accepted that life in Fenris Hollow will never be normal. How could it be, when her boyfriend is a centuries‑old warrior bound to a wolf spirit, her parents carry clan histories they never bothered to explain, and ancient traditions still involve marriage gifts, oaths of honor, and swords forged by hand. In Fenris Hollow, supernatural danger isn't a crisis-it's something families pencil into the weekly schedule.

Everything changes the day Kapri meets Stormy and her daughter, Emma. Stormy is worn thin from years of running, and Emma-bright, funny, basketball‑obsessed Emma-tries to hide her fear behind a brave smile. They aren't simply passing through. They are fleeing Ethan, the husband and father Stormy once loved, who has fallen under the grip of a violent curse that twists loyalty into obsession and memory into madness.

The clans offer sanctuary, but danger is already closing in. Ethan's curse is growing stronger, and the shadows following Stormy and Emma refuse to stay outside the borders of Fenris Hollow.

While Jack quietly prepares to ask Kapri's family for permission to marry her-an ancient rite requiring courage, respect, and a blade forged with intention-Kapri throws herself into becoming a true shield maiden. She trains to protect Emma, uncovers the truth about her mother's warrior past, and tries not to panic as weapons keep appearing around the house like someone is preparing for a small war. Which, unfortunately, they are.

As Stormy and Emma settle into the strange safety of the Hollow, the clans unite in ways they haven't needed to for generations. Love and war collide, pulling every heart into a battle none of them can avoid. Kapri stands shoulder‑to‑shoulder with fierce women, immortal warriors, and family members who suddenly have a lot of explaining to do.

Through it all, Emma remains the quiet spark of hope-a child whose love for her father refuses to die, even when darkness tries to claim him. Her belief may be the one thing strong enough to break the curse.

Filled with powerful women, ancient magic, loyal clans, family secrets, tender romance, and a child whose heart might accomplish the impossible, *Heart Born* proves that happily‑ever‑after is worth fighting for-even when it arrives carrying a sword.