Through Monsters and Shadows

What if I wasn't the rebels' valiant shield, but the storm that shattered a realm, leaving only destruction in its wake?Fae princess Amara has spent her life as her father's political pawn. When he punishes her rebellion with an arranged marriage to a sadistic prince in the monster-infested kingdom of Sorrellia, she plots her escape. She almost makes it to freedom. Instead, she's caught by the smooth-talking Ash Bringer, Tristan Isair, Sorrellia's most powerful fire fae commander. He offers her a bargain: he will help her release her suppressed magic if she extends her kingdom's protective ward to shield Sorrellia from the invading monsters. With no other choice, Amara agrees to a blood bond with her kingdom's most dangerous enemy-and soon realizes both Tristan and Sorrellia are nothing like the lies she was taught. As monsters and mercenaries close in, they quickly discover even more powerful beings are invested in their success. The gods who abandoned the realm have taken an interest in Amara's awakening power, and they are eager to use her in their revenge against those who entrapped them. With cruel royals vying for control and ancient forces stirring, Amara and Tristan must decide whether unlocking her magic-and surrendering to their forbidden desire-will save the realm...or ignite a war that will unleash monstrous gods better left forgotten.Through Monsters and Shadows is a slow-burn, high-stakes adult romantasy perfect for fans of Shield of Sparrows, Heir of Illusion, and Trial of the Sun Queen. With steamy romance, a rich magic system, and sharp banter threaded through epic danger, this is a story of power, forbidden desire, and the consequences of awakening both.

Pagina's: 486, Hardcover, K. A. Cole