Heart of Salt: A Holy Love Emotional Karmic Healing Romance

by V. Dalmatina, Dalmatina

204 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 5, 2026

About the author

V. Dalmatina writes sapphic romances where love is sacred — a gentle, healing force that endures beyond time, karma, and even death.
After decades spent managing crews on mega-yachts, sailing between glittering ports while her own stories remained locked inside, she finally returned to her beloved Dalmatia. There, surrounded by the scent of pine and sea she knew from childhood, she unlocked ten years of silenced words.
In her richly connected universe of sun-drenched islands, hand-drawn maps, ancient villages, past-life portals, and eternal soul recognition, women find each other again and again — across series, across lifetimes. Whether in tender contemporary healing stories, slow-burn vampire bonds, or karmic romances that span centuries, love here is always monogamous, tender, and redemptive. Healing is never a plot device. Healing is the entire story.
Welcome to her world. Many readers say they never want to leave.
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Reviews

[JT · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was stuck in Heart of Salt by V. Dalmantina from the opening pages. It is a story with unique diverse yet connected women. I was amazed at the intensity and levels of communication and family legacy that were involved. The angst that each person brings to the story and how the women use their interconnectedness(my new word sorry I couldn't find a proper word) to support and encourage and validate one another is outstanding. The process kept me guessing and the twists that are around unexpected corners make this a read that ignited and soothed me in equal measure. I am excited to move on the next book in the series Heart of Spice. These women are believably unbelievable. This is a truly incredible work. I am so glad that I was allowed to read an ARC and have much gratitude for the opportunity to leave a review for such an insightful book.

[Stephanie Mohr · Rating 5 out of 5]

For the Broken Ones Who Learn to Truly Be Seen

Heart of Salt is a quiet, aching story that seeps into your bones and stays there. This is a sapphic romance written for readers who appreciate emotional intensity, flawed characters, and connections forged through shared pain rather than easy chemistry. From the very beginning, the story carries a sense of longing—heavy, introspective, and deeply human.

What makes this book so powerful is how authentically it portrays broken souls who feel too much and see too clearly. The characters are guarded and wounded, yet drawn together in ways that feel inevitable and earned. The romance unfolds slowly, shaped by grief, restraint, and unspoken understanding, which makes every moment of closeness resonate even more. Nothing feels rushed or superficial—every emotional beat lands with quiet impact.

If you’re looking for a sapphic story that leans into melancholy, emotional depth, and the transformative power of being truly seen, Heart of Salt delivers beautifully. This is not a light read, but it is a rewarding one—raw, tender, and haunting in the best way.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Ore Kovač · Rating 5 out of 5]

I stumbled on Dalmatina Books via Crimson Bloom Series because I love dark sapphic romantasy, but then I decided to switch gears and read some regular romance novels, and boy... This is a beautifully written book about two terribly hurt souls who “see too much.” I adore it, and I’ll go to the last book in the Love series.

[Juliana · Rating 5 out of 5]

I shed tears while reading this book, feeling for every woman who was hurt and wronged. I adore both main characters, but Rose stands out as extraordinarily brave, heroic, and incredibly stoic. Truly a remarkable book.

[Looby Lou · Rating 5 out of 5]

Although this book has the usual hug in a book feel, it also contains some serious topics but not in detail. Ela and Rose (Fiona) have a lot of hurdles and heartache to overcome alongside Rose’s daughter Helen.

The characters from the other books are fundamentally to the story and reading Skye and Nika’s story first really helps you understand exactly what is going on with regards to them and Skye’s link to Helen and Rose.

Another enjoyable book. Next up is Helen’s story. Looking forward to digging in to it.

[Morana · Rating 5 out of 5]

This beautiful romance makes me reflect on some pretty serious things. I loved both heroines and enjoyed their stories, but I am really looking forward to read about Helen. The author knew exactly how to balance love and healing old wounds, and this is the best part of the book.

[Johnni]

This was a fun and spicy romance that was hard to put down, it was very entertaining.