Dare Me to Stay

by A.J. Wilding

Briar Rose has a secret. One she'll do just about anything to keep.

She's nobody.

One night. One dare. One mistake.

She betrayed me.

I don't forgive, and I don't forget.

And I don't do second chances.

Because in my world, betrayal is paid for in blood.

And I want her on her knees, begging.

I'll rip down every wall she's built,

burn every bridge she thought would save her.

Run, Little Rose, I dare you.

But remember, even Eden couldn't keep out the Devil.

Dare Me to Stay is book two in an interconnected dark mafia romance series. This book can be read as a standalone, but for the best listener experience; it is recommended to listen to the series in publishing order, as the books and characters do interconnect.

mafia romance; dark romance; second chance romance; secret baby; betrayal; enemies-to-lovers; forced proximity; touch her and die vibes.

Contains mature content. A complete list of content warnings can be found on the author's website.

Genres: Dark Romance

658 pages, Paperback

Published January 30, 2026

Reviews

[Natalie Hyde]

Absolutely fantastic read this is the type of book where you fall in love with all the side characters as well as the mc and leaves you wanting to read more. Loved the first book and loved this even more. Cannot wait for the rest of the series.

[Inara ✨]

3.75 ⭐️
It was a fun read. Funny and dark too. I loved the fl, she was great and the pacing plus the storyline was fantastic.