Dangerous Devotion: Thorns & Promises

by C. Michelle

Zariah Cole thought she knew what love was—until the man she trusted most left her with nothing but lies, blood on her hands, and a target on her back. Caught between grief and revenge, she finds herself tangled in a web of secrets, betrayal, and street politics that run deeper than she ever imagined.



Now, the same city that once broke her is depending on her to help rebuild it. But in Harbor Heights, loyalty can be lethal, and the past never stays buried. With war in the streets and her heart on the line, Zariah must walk away… or burn it all down to protect the ones she loves.



Love is a risk. But devotion?

That can get deadly.

126 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 10, 2025

About the author

I love a good laugh…you know, the type that accidentally makes you snort. Yeah, that kind. My love of all things funny, romantic, and bad ass led to the writing of my debut novel, Pinned Up. I reside in northern Cali with my husband and three children. I'm currently working on the completion of the Pinned Up trilogy. Initially, Pinned Up was written as a stand-alone novel, but since the characters continue to harass me during the middle of the night, while I'm driving, when I'm eating, and while I'm running against my will…I decided to continue with their stories.

I definitely don't take myself too seriously. (Life is too short for that if you ask me.) And I'm well aware I’m not everyone’s cup of tea...and that’s okay! Why? Because I’d rather be someone’s shot of tequila anyway! Salud!

Life hasn't always been all fun and games...I also worked my butt off to set a positive example for my family. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and a Master of Business Administration degree while working as a Deputy Probation Officer and Probation Counselor. I also served my community as a Victim Awareness Program instructor and an Aggression Replacement Training facilitator.