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Where The Sun Shatters
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Expected 18 Mar 26He promised her one day.
But left without a word.
Madison Taylor learned the hard way that loving Hunter Dawson meant loving a man haunted by his past. When he disappeared, six months of silence broke her, turning her into a shadow of the woman she used to be. Someone she barely recognizes.
Hunter carries the guilt of leaving her… and fear over the letters he found. Letters he can’t bring himself to read, because opening them means facing the grief and trauma he’s spent years burying.
Now, he’s home, and Madison wants space. To stay friends. To rebuild her confidence. To find herself without him.
But being just friends was never part of Hunter’s plans.
He wants forever, and he’s willing to do whatever it takes to win her over… even if it means crawling his way back into her heart. But promises are easy to make, and sometimes, love isn’t enough.
She doesn’t want his words.
She wants proof that it’s always been her.
Can Hunter finally put her first—above his past, his fear, and the letters that haunt him?
Or will one wrong step shatter their fragile second chance forever?
Where The Sun Shatters is book two in the Sunlit Cove series. A friends-to-lovers, second-chance romance about learning to let go of the past and leaping into love. Emotionally raw and heavy with angst, this story will have you gasping, laughing, and tearing up.
But left without a word.
Madison Taylor learned the hard way that loving Hunter Dawson meant loving a man haunted by his past. When he disappeared, six months of silence broke her, turning her into a shadow of the woman she used to be. Someone she barely recognizes.
Hunter carries the guilt of leaving her… and fear over the letters he found. Letters he can’t bring himself to read, because opening them means facing the grief and trauma he’s spent years burying.
Now, he’s home, and Madison wants space. To stay friends. To rebuild her confidence. To find herself without him.
But being just friends was never part of Hunter’s plans.
He wants forever, and he’s willing to do whatever it takes to win her over… even if it means crawling his way back into her heart. But promises are easy to make, and sometimes, love isn’t enough.
She doesn’t want his words.
She wants proof that it’s always been her.
Can Hunter finally put her first—above his past, his fear, and the letters that haunt him?
Or will one wrong step shatter their fragile second chance forever?
Where The Sun Shatters is book two in the Sunlit Cove series. A friends-to-lovers, second-chance romance about learning to let go of the past and leaping into love. Emotionally raw and heavy with angst, this story will have you gasping, laughing, and tearing up.
344 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication March 18, 2026
88 people want to read
About the author
K. Garrod
2 books53 followersK.Garrod is an Indie Romance Author from the Gold Coast, Australia. She loves to write emotional angsty stories that will pull at your heartstrings and remind you what it feels like to heal and feel again.
When she isn't writing, you can find her diving into her favourite romance, fantasy, and thriller books, going on adventures with her husband, son, and two French Bulldogs, or baking in the kitchen.
K.Garrod also known as Kiki or Kirilee Garrod loves to connect with her readers and share all the upcoming sneak peeks.
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When she isn't writing, you can find her diving into her favourite romance, fantasy, and thriller books, going on adventures with her husband, son, and two French Bulldogs, or baking in the kitchen.
K.Garrod also known as Kiki or Kirilee Garrod loves to connect with her readers and share all the upcoming sneak peeks.
Instagram: authork.garrod
TikTok: authork.garrod
Threads: authork.garrod
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February 16, 2026"𝘕𝘰𝘸, 𝘐 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘵 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦… 𝘞𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘐 𝘥𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘸𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘸𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘦 𝘢 𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘭𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘪𝘵 𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘐 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘐 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨"
Being a beta reader for your debut and now your second novel has been such a blessing. I’ve loved every second of this journey. I’ve just finished my reread of my ARC copy, and I can’t believe how incredible this story is. Congratulations again to you. Kiki, I’m beyond proud of you and all your hard work. I cannot wait to see book two in everyone’s hands!
I love Hunter and Madison so much. They completely pulled me in. Hunter is so beautifully haunted by his past, carrying guilt that shapes every decision he makes. He broke Madison’s heart. Watching Hunter fight for his "friend", slowly proving himself, was everything. The growth, the tension… it was always her. Such an emotional and satisfying read.
Can we take a moment for the friend group? I love every single one of them. The banter, the loyalty, and the way they show up for each other. Give me all the found family vibes! And Mumma Claire… I love you. Honestly though, can someone add me to the group chat? I’m free Mondays and Fridays for wine. IYKYK.
- Dual POV
- Small Town
- Second Chance
- Friends to Lovers
- Healing with Trauma
- Found Family
While Where the Sun Shatters can be read as a standalone, I definitely recommend reading in order to have the full experience. ✨️
* Please remember to check TW.
Being a beta reader for your debut and now your second novel has been such a blessing. I’ve loved every second of this journey. I’ve just finished my reread of my ARC copy, and I can’t believe how incredible this story is. Congratulations again to you. Kiki, I’m beyond proud of you and all your hard work. I cannot wait to see book two in everyone’s hands!
I love Hunter and Madison so much. They completely pulled me in. Hunter is so beautifully haunted by his past, carrying guilt that shapes every decision he makes. He broke Madison’s heart. Watching Hunter fight for his "friend", slowly proving himself, was everything. The growth, the tension… it was always her. Such an emotional and satisfying read.
Can we take a moment for the friend group? I love every single one of them. The banter, the loyalty, and the way they show up for each other. Give me all the found family vibes! And Mumma Claire… I love you. Honestly though, can someone add me to the group chat? I’m free Mondays and Fridays for wine. IYKYK.
- Dual POV
- Small Town
- Second Chance
- Friends to Lovers
- Healing with Trauma
- Found Family
While Where the Sun Shatters can be read as a standalone, I definitely recommend reading in order to have the full experience. ✨️
* Please remember to check TW.
December 30, 2025
RTC closer to release. BETA read ✨
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January 1, 2026BETA Read, review to come closer to release date
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January 2, 2026BETA READ - RTC 🥹🫶🏽✨
Review of advance copy received from Author
I'll be back with a full review... but I am obsessed with Hunter & Madi 🥹
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February 24, 2026ARC READ!! so excited.
Review of advance copy received from Author
i am bejond obsessed with Madison and Hunter's love story! why Kiki, you write another masterpiece. so tearful. beautiful. heartbreaking. so much emotions 😭😍
February 22, 2026
Full review to come soon.
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