Nothing Lasts Forever

By Paige Dearth

Book Overview

Willow Ryder was born into a secluded cult, taught to follow a deadly devotion.

Months before Willow was born, her parents joined the order after a devastating tragedy-one they caused. Consumed by guilt and desperate for forgiveness, they were drawn in by promises of acceptance and belonging.

Norman, the cult's charismatic leader, a narcissist who thrives on power and control, exploits their shame to keep the couple loyal and obedient. But he takes it further, carefully ensuring the couple believes they have no way out.

Trapped in the only life Willow has ever known, she's expected to follow every rule without question. The rules are absolute, and the punishment for breaking them is severe. But unlike those around her, she has a compassionate heart and an unshakable sense of right and wrong. She quietly resists the cult's savage teachings, choosing courage over fear, empathy over cruelty and rebellion over blind obedience. As her independence takes form, it threatens the leader's authority, and he becomes more unhinged.

As Willow uncovers the secrets surrounding her family's past and the lies that have kept her imprisoned, she must decide whether to risk everything for the chance at freedom-or remain trapped in a life she never chose.

The most chilling part of this story? The cult leader in Nothing Lasts Forever was inspired by a person from Paige's past.

**WARNING** 18+ Readers Only. Graphic content and subject matter.

Nothing Lasts Forever eBook categories:

Female Coming Of AgeCult SurvivorPsychological ThrillerPsychological HorrorSuspensefulRealistic FictionThrillerDarkDisturbingFamily DramaToxic FamilyNarcissistic Cult Leader

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0HKT67GMV
• ISBN13: 9798987144794
• Release Date: October 2026
• Publisher: Fiction with Meaning LLC
• Length: 490 Pages
• Weight: 1.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"