Barbi and the Villain

When fan-favorite author Barbara "Barbi" Bancroft receives an unreleased manuscript from her beloved series, she is unexpectedly pulled into a dark and magical realm where her perceptions of heroes and villains are challenged. Trapped in Akkaya, she must navigate dangerous alliances and uncertain loyalties, with her survival hinging on trusting a dangerous villain who becomes her unlikely ally—and her greatest threat. This dark fantasy romance features complex characters, high-stakes choices, and an ending that leaves readers eager for more.