Sleeping Beauty Retelling

Perfect for readers who love fairy tale retellings, shy heroines, and the ruthless heroes who will do anything to protect them, this captivating story follows the journey of Penrose and Malik.

Penrose is prepared to sacrifice her heart to save her kingdom from a cruel curse. However, after her betrothed tricks and humiliates her at the altar, she's cursed to sleep, only to be awakened by the touch of true love. One hundred years later, hired mercenary and convicted criminal Malik wakes his target before he can slit her throat. He's never shown mercy before, yet this frail girl who talks too much of justice and books has cracked his frozen heart.

It's too bad her head belongs to the king, and Malik's family's lives and freedom depend on his ability to deliver it. Dethroned and stripped of her power in an unfamiliar world, Penrose can't afford to trust a criminal whose specialties are exploitation and murder. That is, until Penrose discovers a disturbing truth – her abuser lives, and he holds the key to ending the sleeping curse.

Can Penrose trust Malik's help against her abuser? Or will Malik choose his freedom over his heart? Torn between duty and desire, Malik must make a choice that could cost him everything.

He was sent to kill her, not fall in love with her. But as Penrose and Malik's paths intertwine, they find themselves caught in a web of deceit, betrayal, and a love that could save them both.

Penrose's determination to protect her kingdom and Malik's struggle to reconcile his criminal past with his growing feelings for her create a compelling and suspenseful narrative. The reader is drawn into their world, rooting for their survival and the possibility of a future together.

This captivating story blends the elements of a traditional fairy tale with a gritty, modern twist. The shy, resourceful heroine and the ruthless, yet vulnerable hero make for a dynamic and memorable pairing. As they navigate the challenges and obstacles that stand in their way, the reader is left wondering if their love will be strong enough to overcome the forces that threaten to tear them apart.

Ultimately, "He was sent to kill her, not fall in love with her" is a tale of sacrifice, redemption, and the power of love to transform even the most hardened of hearts. It's a must-read for fans of fairy tale retellings and those who love a good, old-fashioned love story with a modern edge.

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