Hard Place

Forbidden Step-Siblings. Mutual Obsession. Second Chance.

She was never meant to be his. Loving her changes everything.

Jericho Grant survived the fires of hell only to be given one impossible temptation—Delia Faith, his fresh-faced, golden-eyed stepsister who adored him. She was sweetness and light, and Jericho swore he’d protect her even from himself.

When fate rips his world apart again, Jericho pushes Delia away, embracing the darkness he believes is all he deserves.

Years later, Delia returns—grown, determined, and unwilling to stay away. This time, Jericho warns her he’s not strong enough to turn her away twice.

When Delia calls his bluff, Jericho goes all in, determined to prove what he’s always known: no one will ever love her the way he does.

A sexy, emotionally charged dark romance about forbidden love, obsession, and choosing devotion over fear.

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About the Hard as Nails Series

Hard as Nails is a dark contemporary romance series featuring dangerous heroes seeking redemption through fierce love and loyalty. Each story delivers intense emotion, protective devotion, and hard-won happily-ever-afters.

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⭐ What readers are saying

“If you’re looking for a hot, sexy, emotional read, Virna DePaul delivers!”

“This is an author whose work continues to delight.”

“…intense, intricate, and insomnia-inducing.”

“Steamy, heart-warming, and action-packed!”

“The twists and turns of the fast-paced plot are delightful.”
--Publisher’s Weekly (Starred Review)

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📚 Hard as Nails Series

Each book can be read as a standalone, but the series is best enjoyed in order.

Hard Time
Hard Case
Hard Core
Hard Place
Hard Act