They couldn’t be more wrong.
Deep in rural Nebraska, the town of Gravenfield harbors a dark secret—its legendary corn maze isn’t just difficult, it’s deadly. The rules seem simple: find golden kernels, rack up points, and survive three days to claim the prize. Easy peasy, right?
As her friends succumb one by one to the maze’s horrors, Maeve struggles to keep the survivors together—including her infuriating ex, Caspian Drake, whose selfish charm masks darker secrets. Their only ally might be Celeste, a half-mad woman they discover hiding underground who whispers warnings about listening ears, poisonous paths, and a throne no one should claim.
With each death, the scoreboard mockingly tallies their “points” while unseen spectators cheer. And Maeve uncovers the horrifying truth: The corn decides who to crown … and who becomes part of the harvest.
Bella Vex is the dark alter ego of USA Today bestselling romance author Rachelle Ayala. While Rachelle spends her days crafting heartwarming love stories, Bella emerges at midnight to explore the shadows where desire turns to obsession and tradition hides ancient horrors.
Bella’s work explores themes of identity, transformation, and the price we pay for belonging. She believes that the best horror stories are born where passion and fear intersect, and she brings this unique perspective from her romance background into her horror fiction.
Rachelle Ayala is a USA Today Bestselling author: contemporary romance, romantic comedy, romantic suspense, Jane Austen fan fiction and romantasy. She writes emotionally compelling stories featuring endearing characters who are relatable and have fun while tackling their issues and falling in love. With a touch of humor woven throughout her tales, Rachelle ensures her readers not only feel deeply but also share a laugh or two along the way. https://rachelleayala.net