Behind the pen…

Up Close and Personal

Meet Kristen Chace, an avid reader turned author whose love for storytelling has finally leapt from the page to the pen. After years of getting lost in romance and fantasy, she’s ready to share a tale of her own. Her debut novel, Sweetest Obsession, released September 20, 2025 blending emotional depth with heart-racing twists. Follow along as Kristen brings her passion to life, one page at a time.

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Sweetest Obsession

Milani Shields has sworn off love. After surviving heartbreak that nearly broke her spirit, she’s finally reclaiming her peace, her business, and her boundaries. But just when life begins to feel steady, a chance encounter with Myles Parker, a charming attorney with secrets of his own, shakes everything loose.

Myles isn’t looking for love either. Yet the more time he spends with Milani, the more he finds himself drawn to her strength, her fire, and the walls she keeps so carefully guarded. As their connection deepens, so does the danger lurking in the shadows, because someone from Milani’s past isn’t ready to let her go.

Torn between passion and protection, healing and heartbreak, Milani must decide if Myles is the risk worth taking… or if her sweetest obsession could become her most dangerous one.

Sweetest Obsession Kristen Chace

Praise for Sweetest Obsession

I’m not usually a romance novel guy, but this one surprised me. It goes beyond just romance and taps into a lot of relatable dating experiences, with enough action, twists and intrigue to keep you locked in.
It’s an easy, engaging read, even if romance isn’t normally your thing. As a guy who doesn’t usually rock with this genre, I enjoyed it.

R. Coward


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