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Emily McIntire · 2025
Defying the Stars · Book 1
Juliette Calloway lives in a world of luxury, legacies, and lies. The daughter of Rosebrook Falls' most powerful family, her life is a crafted performance, and she's tired of being polished to perfection.
Roman Montgomery doesn't exist. Not officially, anyway He's a shadow, a hidden weapon, the secret heir to an empire soaked in danger and a generations-old feud.
When their paths cross, sparks fly.
No names.
No pasts.
Just reckless smiles and a chemistry neither of them can shake.
Roman is charming. Mysterious. Infuriatingly flirty.
And Juliette? She's simply…his.
When Roman is called back to claim his place in the Montgomery empire, the truth crashes down: Their families are sworn enemies, and Roman's very existence is a threat. Their love isn't just forbidden, it's impossible.
Now, every kiss feels like a betrayal. Every stolen moment, a risk. And in a town built on secrets and blood, their passion might just be the most dangerous thing of all.
If you love contemporary with romeo and juliette retelling, small town romance, forbidden love, you enjoy emotionally intense stories that hit you right in the feels, then Burning Daylight by Emily McIntire is the book for you. It's the first book in the Defying the Stars series, so it's the perfect place to start.
Burning Daylight by Emily McIntire has a spice level of 3/5 (warm — some steamy scenes).
Burning Daylight is Book 1 in the Defying the Stars series by Emily McIntire. We recommend reading the series in order for the best experience.
Burning Daylight features these tropes: Romeo and Juliette retelling, small town romance, forbidden love, star crossed lovers, secrets, lies, rival families.
Burning Daylight by Emily McIntire is a Contemporary novel.
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