To Bleed a Crystal Bloom by Sarah A. Parker

In a world filled with secrets and shadows, love can become just as dangerous as the monsters lurking beyond the walls.

To Bleed a Crystal Bloom is a dark fantasy romance inspired by Rapunzel, following Orlaith — a young woman raised within a mysterious tower under the protection of the enigmatic Rhordyn. As buried truths begin surfacing and Orlaith’s curiosity about the world beyond her confinement grows impossible to ignore, their emotionally charged connection becomes increasingly tangled with danger, obsession, and fate.

Sarah A. Parker delivers a haunting romantasy layered with lyrical prose, atmospheric worldbuilding, and deeply emotional tension. Dark, immersive, and beautifully written, this fantasy blends forbidden longing, mystery, and devastating vulnerability into an unforgettable story.

Perfect for readers who love:
• dark romantasy
• Rapunzel-inspired retellings
• slow-burn obsessive tension
• atmospheric, lyrical fantasy
• emotionally intense fantasy romance

Format: Paperback