Irises In Winter

By Bella Claire

Bellarorah Lingham never wanted a crown-or the chaos that came with it. She's happiest sketching in a crowded street or blending into the festival crowds, quietly capturing the world on paper. But when fate thrusts her into the Princess's Promise Ceremony, her ordinary life vanishes overnight. Suddenly, she's facing royal traditions, relentless scrutiny, and a future she never asked for.

Arion isn't the fairytale prince she imagined. Scarred by loss and burdened by duty, he's every bit the beast he thinks himself to be-until Bellarorah's stubborn spirit and honest heart begin to draw him out. In a palace built on lies and haunted by a generational curse, Bellarorah discovers that loving someone means seeing the truth behind the mask-and daring to show your own.

But when betrayal comes from the one sworn to protect her, and danger closes in, Bellarorah must decide: will she fight for the life she never wanted, or risk everything for a love she never expected?

A modern, heartfelt retelling of Beauty and the Beast-where courage breaks curses, and true strength is found in showing your scars. Perfect for fans of contemporary romance, found family, and heroines who refuse to go down without a fight.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1764187423
• ISBN13: 9781764187428
• Release Date: October 2025
• Publisher: Bella Claire
• Length: 386 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 1.0" x 5.5"