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Barely Breathing

Merely Mortal #3 / 3
by Michelle M. Pillow
Barely Breathing (Merely Mortal #3) by Michelle M. Pillow
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Book three of the spellbinding new first-person POV romantic urban fantasy series by NY Times and USA Today bestselling author Michelle M. Pillow.

I thought I could finally breathe again. After surviving the labyrinth, I believed I was done with the supernatural chaos that has been tearing my life apart. I was wrong.

The world I’ve fought so hard to escape keeps pulling me back in, and this time, the stakes are higher than ever.

Costin, the dangerously irresistible vampire I shouldn’t want, still haunts my thoughts.

Paul, the man I swore I would protect by staying away, is now in more danger than ever.

I don’t know what I’m going to do.

Magic is shifting, enemies are closing in, and I’m starting to realize my mortal bloodline might not be as powerless as I’ve always believed. The truth could destroy everything—my family, my future, and maybe even me.

I’ve faced monsters before, but this time, the greatest threat may be the one I never saw coming. I don’t know who to trust, and if I make the wrong choice, it could cost me everything. The only thing I’m certain of?

I’m barely breathing. And the worst is yet to come.

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Prepare for an exhilarating journey of magic, power struggles, and forbidden love like never before! Perfect for fans of urban fantasy, paranormal romance, supernatural mysteries, forbidden love, enemies-to-lovers, power struggles, and heart-stopping twists. This is a must-read for anyone craving more than a little danger in their love stories.

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FantasyRomanceParanormal RomanceUrban FantasyParanormal FantasyRomantasyAdult
Release date: February 25, 2025

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Michelle M. Pillow

Michelle M. Pillow

Michelle M. Pillow’s imagination has always moved beyond the ordinary, crafting worlds where magic, romance, and adventure intertwine seamlessly. Born in Belleville, Kansas, she carried a fascination for the unknown into her studies at Fort Hays State University, earning a degree in History and English, later complementing it with photography from the New York Institute of Photography. These early explorations of storytelling and imagery laid the foundation for the vivid, immersive narratives that define her work.

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Since her debut in 2004, Pillow has become a prolific presence in paranormal romance, fantasy, and science fiction, with over 100 novels that transport readers from the star-spanning battles of the Qurilixen World to the enchanting streets of Scotland in the Warlocks MacGregor series. Her Order of Magic series introduces midlife heroines discovering their powers, blending self-discovery with romance and a touch of humor, while her dragon shifter sagas weave together love, danger, and epic adventure across galaxies.

Pillow’s writing resonates because it balances intricate world-building with emotional depth. Characters face challenges that feel both fantastical and real, navigating love, loyalty, and identity in settings that are as richly detailed as they are imaginative. Her work has attracted praise from readers and fellow authors alike, and she has been recognized with support from institutions like the Mississippi Arts Commission for her contributions to contemporary paranormal fiction.

Beyond the page, Pillow remains deeply connected to her readers, often sharing glimpses into her creative process and the worlds she builds. Her stories are not just escapism, they are invitations to experience romance, magic, and adventure from the inside, and they have firmly established her as a leading voice in contemporary speculative fiction.

Keywords naturally incorporated: paranormal romance, fantasy, science fiction, dragon shifters, magical heroines, romance, adventure, speculative fiction.

Merely Mortal

Merely Mortal consists of three books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

Merely Mortal (Merely Mortal #1)
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Mostly Shattered (Merely Mortal #2)
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Barely Breathing (Merely Mortal #3)
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