In the second installment of the Boston Belles series, The Villain focuses on a woman drawn into the dangerous orbit of a man who thrives on being the villain. Despite his cruel reputation, the deeper the heroine gets to know him, the more she sees the complexities beneath his hardened exterior. This story delves into themes of power, revenge, and the challenge of loving someone who resists love. As they navigate a turbulent and toxic romance, both characters struggle with their pasts, vulnerabilities, and the lies that surround them. This book explores how love can be both a healing force and a destructive one, especially when it’s with someone who sees themselves as unworthy of redemption.Tropes: Enemies to Lovers, Dark Romance, Redemption Arc, Opposites Attract, Power Dynamics, Love/Hate Relationship, Angsty Romance.