Hearts On Pause

In Nexus City, where Pulse Dampeners stifle emotions to enforce order, rebellious coder Tara Lin hacks the system, seeking freedom. Her heart unexpectedly syncs with Julian Cross, CrossTech's conflicted CEO, igniting a forbidden love that defies the city's rules. Uncovering a chilling conspiracy-dampeners linked to government surveillance, black sites, and neural implants to erase free will-they spark a citywide rebellion. Hunted by ruthless agent Victor Hale and betrayed by allies, Tara and Julian face devastating losses as resistance fighters fall. Their bond, a defiant spark in a heartless world, fuels a desperate fight to dismantle the council's recalibration tech. As Nexus burns, their love becomes the ultimate rebellion, but the council's shadow lingers, threatening a new dawn. Hearts on Pause is a gripping dystopian romance of courage, sacrifice, and unbreakable love, perfect for fans of high-stakes sci-fi and star-crossed passion.

B. Lyana is a New Zealand-based writer whose storytelling blends quiet introspection with vivid emotional depth. A graduate of the University of Auckland, she lives in Auckland with her little family and works in the animal wellness industry, contributing to the development of healthy food products for pets.
Though not formally trained in literature, Lyana has penned several heartfelt novels, including Mystery of Crimson Depth, The Black Musk, and Hearts on Pause. Her writing is inspired by the rhythms of everyday life, the mysteries of human connection, and the beauty found in simplicity.
When she's not writing, Lyana finds joy in gardening, traveling, and losing herself in books. Her stories reflect a love for quiet moments and emotional truth-crafted not for acclaim, but for connection.