Behind the scenes with Rituparna Darolia
Writing is a little like gardening – some seeds sprout quickly, others take their time. Right now, my desk is full of half-grown stories, characters whispering their secrets, and paragraphs that demand to be rewritten until they finally sing.
Stories don’t grow overnight – they evolve draft by draft, edit by edit. Right now, I’m deep into:If you could see the earth illuminated when you were in a place as dark as night, it would look to you more splendid than the moon.
The Devils Of New York Series: In the glittering yet treacherous world of New York, love is never simple. It is tangled with revenge, secrets, betrayal, and scars that refuse to fade. The Devils of New York is a sweeping contemporary romance saga where four women, each scarred by heartbreak and haunted by their pasts, collide with powerful men whose arrogance, wealth, and hidden wounds make them both irresistible and dangerous.
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- In Deal With the Devil, Brynne Emerson’s dream cruise turns into a nightmare when she discovers her boyfriend’s betrayal. A reckless billionaire, Lucian Sylvester, offers her a shocking deal after a drunken night of passion. What begins as a contract forged in mistrust soon threatens to unravel into something deeper, forcing Brynne to decide whether love can be born from deceit.
- When Devils Kiss follows Daniella Pierce, a vivacious woman who distrusts men after years of betrayal. Her fiery independence collides with Drake Ashford, a spoiled player who tempts her into a fake relationship at his sister’s wedding. Their dangerous game of passion and denial sparks a battle of wills, where every kiss blurs the line between play and surrender.
- In The Devil’s Au Pair, Julietta Castellanos flees abuse in Mexico only to find refuge in New York with Dominic Sylvester, a brooding widower and single father. His unexpected proposal offers safety, but Julietta must decide whether she is stepping into salvation or another prison. Their story is one of survival, healing, and the fragile hope that love can bloom even in the shadow of trauma.
- Finally, Stealing the Devil’s Heart brings Elena Meier, a woman scarred by divorce and scandal, to Beacon near New York. Struggling to rebuild her life, she is shattered by a brutal ragging incident at university. Damien Sylvester, the most elusive and arrogant man on campus, rescues her, heals her, and shelters her in his luxurious apartment. But Damien wants more than gratitude. He wants her heart. Elena despises him, yet every moment in his presence tempts her to surrender.
The Reckless Hearts Series: This is a passionate collection of contemporary romance stories that dive deep into themes of love, betrayal, redemption, and second chances. Written for adult readers, the series blends popular tropes such as billionaire romance, forbidden attraction, revenge, and secret children, while exploring the emotional complexities of relationships. Each installment introduces bold characters whose reckless choices lead them into intense, transformative journeys of the heart.
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- Spark of Love – Return with His Secret Child: A heartfelt second‑chance romance. When a man returns to find the child he never knew existed, old flames reignite. Secrets, forgiveness, and the spark of love challenge both parents to rebuild trust and family.
- A Bittersweet Revenge: Fighting the Reckless Billionaire: A fiery tale of love and vengeance. When past wounds resurface, the heroine finds herself torn between seeking revenge and surrendering to the dangerous allure of a billionaire whose reckless charm hides deeper scars.
- A Reckless Alliance – Falling for My Billionaire Boss: Workplace boundaries blur in this forbidden romance. A determined woman enters into a risky alliance with her powerful boss, only to discover that ambition and desire can be equally intoxicating — and equally destructive.
- Taming a Reckless Heart: A journey of healing and redemption. A reckless soul meets someone who refuses to give up on love, proving that even the most untamed heart can be softened by compassion and devotion.
- A Reckless Dream: A story of ambition, passion, and sacrifice. Dreams collide with reality as the characters struggle to balance personal desires with the cost of chasing success, leading to choices that test the limits of love.
New Fantasy Series:
Each project has its own rhythm, and I’m letting them unfold at their own pace. Stay tuned — I’ll be sharing more glimpses as these worlds take shape.
