Enemies to Lovers
Ly to Me: A Second Chance Dark Country Romance
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Ten years ago, Lyra Thomas and Carver Roland were high school sweethearts whose lives were shattered by secrets and a painful, abrupt departure. Now, Lyra returns to Alliston Springs, only to find that the boy she once loved has transformed into a hardened, vengeful man. Carver, now a tattooed, brooding force, is determined to make her regret her return, viewing her arrival as the perfect opportunity to finally unearth the truth about his past. Driven by a desire for answers and control, Carver traps Lyra in a high-stakes arrangement, forcing her into a thirty-day deal that hinges on power, dominance, and long-buried history. As they clash in a volatile game of cat and mouse, the lines between their past affection and present animosity blur. What begins as a quest for retribution quickly spirals into a dark, intense, and highly charged battle of wills. Featuring the enemies-to-lovers and second-chance tropes, this dark country romance explores the wreckage of generational trauma and the dangerous allure of a rekindled flame. With palpable chemistry and a raw, gritty atmosphere, *Ly to Me* is an addictive descent into a world where obsession and passion collide. (Please check trigger warnings before diving in.)
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02 4.2 out of 5 stars](javascript:void(0))(519) Book 1 of 2: Devils of Alliston Springs Sorry, there was a problem loading this page. Try again. See all formats and editions Lyra Survival is what I know. Before my mama left, she made it clear—you want something in life, a man can usually be used long enough to get it. Ten years ago, I let that concept slip through my fingers. Meeting Carver Roland changed my thinking. Until the night I left. Now that I’m back, he’s turned into nothing short of a monster. A beautiful devil disguised in tattoos and cowboy boots. He promises to make me wish I’d never come back to Alliston Springs. I didn’t want his attention all those years ago, but it seems like he’s been plotting for my return. And I’m falling into his trap once again. Carver Ten years ago, my life got flipped upside-down. It all started with a girl—Lyra Thomas. There weren’t many good things known about her by anyone in Alliston Springs. Showing them to me was her first deception. Now, she’s returned, and my brain can’t stop thinking of all the ways I can use that to my advantage before I force her the hell back out. She may have known the boy she left, but she’s not ready for the man I became. I want the truth. I want to know the reason for my demise. And giving her thirty days and a new title should be all I need to drag it out of her. Content Warnings are listed in the book and on the author's website. Please check the warnings before listening. ) ©2025 E.S. Portman (P)2025 E.S. Portman Previous slide of product details 1. Book 1 of 2 Devils of Alliston Springs 2. Listening Length 15 hours and 2 minutes 3. Author E.S. Portman 4. Narrator Kate Clover, see all) 5. Publication date December 22, 2025 6. Language English 7. Publisher E.S. Portman 8. ASIN B0GBY2NZYV 9. Version Unabridged 10. Program Type Audiobook Next slide of product details See all details Report an issue with this product or seller](https://www.amazon.com/Ly-Me-Second-Country-Romance/dp/B0GBY2NZYV/ref=sr1446?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ZYaL626P83DJy7744ssKbkvKUAJw6eBq1HsYLD0kOu7SYqsyUbLJNpGIWC4aTdwwk7JJKQ28qHSianlCBQbf-uiy5pWMpUNVukMq6kcSQsRSTfsIT4tTC9DDManAxHaaaouxT5nLHpXWuY8yIf6sQZbefVAG9iL3qZuLjaCDWu0v3DsSivxJDb66UPVXVHcU9wbs-rWxVFQ4YvTH-Wk1VYSPx7ID19PGhdbjs.9tkag29fX0SH59si3O3TO3b9a38pH0IF6LRy8vJI&dibtag=se&qid=1780246031&s=books&xpid=BtZXy3REumMg) !Image 37: A 38x35 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Read & Listen Switch back and forth between reading the Kindle book and listening to Audible audiobook. Add the audiobookfor a reduced price of $5.05 after you get the Kindle book as part of your Kindle Unlimited subscription. ](https://www.amazon.com/hz/audible/mlp?actionCode=AMZOR3890414266326&ref=adblpdpbhve26eft) People who viewed this also viewed 1 of 16 Previous page 1. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKTWF36W/ref=adblp13nvvxx0im?encoding=UTF8&plink=l219KevvQK4EciPK&pdrdw=GKzVV&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=SNMWAV5AD8X3BVNG328C&pdrdwg=Mq77j&pdrdr=686c963e-1b2f-4458-a7f6-e2419373e9a2) Sick Boys: A Spine Ridge University Standalone Sick Boys: A Spine Ridge University Standalone Clarissa Wild 22,635 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Audible trial$25.37 2. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D63VYK3C/ref=adblp13nvvxx1im?encoding=UTF8&plink=l219KevvQK4EciPK&pdrdw=GKzVV&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=SNMWAV5AD8X3BVNG328C&pdrdwg=Mq77j&pdrdr=686c963e-1b2f-4458-a7f6-e2419373e9a2) Pretty Monster: A Dark Romance Pretty Monster: A Dark Romance Sheridan Anne 18,664 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Audible trial$33.90 3. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FCNQ17SN/ref=adblp13nvvxx2im?encoding=UTF8&plink=l219KevvQK4EciPK&pdrdw=GKzVV&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=SNMWAV5AD8X3BVNG328C&pdrdwg=Mq77j&pdrdr=686c963e-1b2f-4458-a7f6-e2419373e9a2) Cruel Boy Cruel Boy Clarissa Wild 2,132 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Audible trial$18.65 4. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GV22K15J/ref=adblp13nvvxx3im?encoding=UTF8&plink=l219KevvQK4EciPK&pdrdw=GKzVV&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=SNMWAV5AD8X3BVNG328C&pdrdwg=Mq77j&pdrdr=686c963e-1b2f-4458-a7f6-e2419373e9a2) Ravage: Raegan of Ruin, Book 1 Ravage: Raegan of Ruin, Book 1 A. L. Rook 2,983 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Audible trial$24.95 5. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077CYD67S/ref=adblp13nvvxx4im?encoding=UTF8&plink=l219KevvQK4EciPK&pdrdw=GKzVV&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=SNMWAV5AD8X3BVNG328C&pdrdwg=Mq77j&pdrdr=686c963e-1b2f-4458-a7f6-e2419373e9a2) Buy Me, Sir Buy Me, Sir Jade West 2,900 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Au
0s 4.2 out of 5 stars 4.2 out of 5 519 global ratings 5 star 4 star 3 star 2 star 1 star 5 star 47%31%17%4%1%47% 5 star 4 star 3 star 2 star 1 star 4 star 47%31%17%4%1%31% 5 star 4 star 3 star 2 star 1 star 3 star 47%31%17%4%1%17% 5 star 4 star 3 star 2 star 1 star 2 star 47%31%17%4%1%4% 5 star 4 star 3 star 2 star 1 star 1 star 47%31%17%4%1%1% How customer reviews and ratings work) Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness. Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon * Customers say Customers love this book, with one describing it as an intense read. The chemistry between the characters is strong, with one customer noting how the connection felt epic. AI Generated from the text of customer reviews!Image 53: A 60x62 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Generated from the text of customer reviews Select to learn more !Image 54: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Content(6) !Image 55: A 18x20 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Chemistry(5) 6 customers mention content, 6 positive, 0 negative 6 customers mention "Content"6 positive 0 negative !Image 56: A large black 'X' symbol Customers enjoy the book's content, with one describing it as an intense read. "I loved this book! Lyra and Carver's push and pull relationship burned up those pages...." "First book from this author -- so much to love, but it was a very intense read (and I mean that in the best possible way)...." "Absolutely love this book! Can't wait to from this author! It has a dark theme to it but not triggering like some can be...." "...This book is good and spicy! Like, need to hose myself down spicy. It is a dark romance so be sure to check trigger warnings!..." 5 customers mention chemistry, 5 positive, 0 negative 5 customers mention "Chemistry"5 positive 0 negative !Image 57: A large black 'X' symbol Customers enjoy the chemistry in the book, with one mentioning how the connection felt epic, while another notes how the romance burned up the pages. "...The tension, the chemistry, the frustration, the heartbreak—it all hits...." "...Their connection felt epic and I was fully invested in every step of their emotional journey. And the spice wow 🥵🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ All around ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" "I loved this book! Lyra and Carver's push and pull relationship burned up those pages...." "Amazing love story" View Image Gallery) !Image 58: Customer image
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