The Butterfly and The Moth

A Haunting Contemporary Fiction New Adult Novel of Identity, Trauma, and Survival and Love.

Some people are born butterflies—delicate, admired, and effortlessly gliding through life beneath golden light. Others are moths—drawn to the fire, chasing warmth even when they know it will burn them alive. In this emotionally charged, dark contemporary fiction novel, Dahlia Monroe has always been a moth: a survivor of shadows who has never known the luxury of soft landings.

When a DNA test reveals a sister she never knew existed, Dahlia is thrust into a dazzling yet dangerous world of wealth, privilege, and family secrets. In Sapphire Cove—a town where designer labels, sunlit afternoons, and perfect facades mask deeper pain—Dahlia must navigate the gilded cage of her new reality. Torn between the paradise that is Daisy Pierce’s life and the harsh truth of her own past, she finds herself locked in a battle for identity, self-worth, and survival.

Key themes include:

• Identity & Self-Discovery: Uncovering who you truly are amid family secrets and societal expectations.

• Trauma & Healing: A raw exploration of past pain and the strength it takes to survive.

• Sisterhood & Belonging: The complex dynamics of newfound family bonds in a world of stark contrasts.

• Love & Destruction: The delicate balance between love’s light and the inevitable burn of loss.

Perfect for fans of gritty young adult novels, new adult romance, and emotional coming-of-age stories, The Butterfly and The Moth is a poetic, suspenseful narrative that combines lyrical prose with unforgettable characters. Readers looking for a story of intense emotional depth, resilience, and the courage to confront a painful past will be captivated by Dahlia’s journey.

Whether you’re searching for an intense new adult thriller, a heartfelt story of survival, or a deeply immersive work of contemporary fiction, this novel promises to linger with you long after the final page.

Does contain themes of violence and sexual violence.