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About The Book

Two strangers. One marriage. And a past that refuses to stay buried.

When Maya’s world shatters, she’s thrust into an arranged marriage with Arjun—a man of few words and a heart sealed shut. Both are grieving. Both are guarded. And neither expects anything more than a quiet coexistence.

But in the shared silences and unexpected moments, something fragile begins to grow. A glance. A gesture. A softness that neither of them thought they were capable of again.

Just as Maya starts to believe in the possibility of love, the past re-emerges, threatening everything she’s begun to rebuild. Trust is tested. Secrets unfold. And she must choose between holding on to the ashes or turning the page.

Beneath the Burnt Pages is a deeply emotional slow-burn romance about grief, healing, and finding strength in vulnerability. For readers who crave stories that linger—long after the last page.

About The Author

Nikitha Kunta is the author of Beneath the Burnt Pages, a deeply emotional slow-burn novel about love, loss, and healing. She writes stories that gently unravel human emotions—stories that speak through silence and linger long after the final page. Originally from India and now based in the U.S., Nikitha balances her career in supply chain management with her passion for storytelling. She finds joy in listening to strangers’ stories, telling them in new ways, and spending quiet moments in her own company—often on long walks, soaking in the magic of everyday life.