When smart but secretive teenager Lila Lennox meets the enigmatic Hayden Mercer, she expects a summer romance; instead, she uncovers a conspiracy that will forever change both of their lives.

Hayden has spent his entire life trapped inside a powerful secret program run by his father, a man willing to do anything to change the future. Lila is the unexpected wild card. An undeniable chemistry, stolen moments, and a connection that feels fated bring the two teenagers together, and they soon discover that their growing feelings are linked to dangerous truths buried deep within a shadowy organization.

Secrets are revealed, and Hayden realizes his past is a lie. Lila and Hayden are pursued through underground facilities, confronted with powerful enemies, and forced to question everything they know. To survive, they must rely on trust, courage, and the strength of their friendship.

Windswept coastlines, hidden tunnels, long-buried files, and shocking revelations: Sweet Enough to Burn is a thrilling romantic adventure full of mystery, suspense, and unforgettable emotional stakes. This coming-of-age love story is jam-packed with cinematic thrills, heartfelt emotions, tender slow-burn romance, exciting escapes, found family themes, and a hero willing to risk everything for the girl who changed his life.

Fans of The Inheritance Games, Legend, Shatter Me, and The Maze Runner will love this page-turning YA romantic thriller about what happens when love becomes the most powerful force in a world based on control.

Some stories will shape your future.
Some people can change your life.
Lila and Hayden do both of these.