A Million Little Scars.

<p><strong>A Million Little Scars</strong> by Julian Cross is a <strong>heart-wrenching contemporary romance</strong> that delves into <strong>healing trauma and the courage to love again</strong>. Set against the hauntingly beautiful coastal town of Edenbrook this emotionally charged story follows <strong>Ivy Hart</strong> a gifted painter recovering from an abusive relationship and <strong>Dr. Elias Monroe</strong> a brooding psychiatrist grappling with his own devastating loss.</p><p>Through <strong>intense emotional drama</strong> <strong>slow-burn romantic tension</strong> and <strong>lyrical cinematic storytelling</strong> the novel explores themes of <strong>vulnerability trust forgiveness and self-discovery</strong>. Ivy's <strong>panic disorder</strong> her struggle to reclaim her art and Elias's quiet grief are brought to life with <strong>deep emotional realism</strong> reminiscent of the raw intimate style of <strong>Colleen Hoover</strong> while the smart character-driven tension mirrors the nuanced relationships in <strong>Carley Fortune's novels</strong>.</p><p>Readers will be captivated by:</p><ul><li><strong>Dual POV narrative</strong> that immerses you in both Ivy's and Elias's hearts</li><li><strong>Slow-burn romance</strong> that prioritizes emotional connection over instant attraction</li><li><strong>Poetic cinematic prose</strong> full of sensory detail - ocean air paint-stained hands soft light across canvases</li><li><strong>Themes of trauma redemption and second chances</strong> that resonate long after the last page</li><li><strong>A town that feels alive</strong> with recurring locations like the <strong>Harbor Café</strong> and <strong>Old Lighthouse</strong> tying together love memory and healing</li></ul><p>Perfect for fans of <strong>emotionally intense contemporary romance</strong> <strong>women's fiction</strong> and <strong>stories of love born from vulnerability</strong> <em>A Million Little Scars</em> is a deeply moving journey that proves <strong>some loves don't break you-they carve you into who you're meant to be</strong>.</p>