Of Blood & Roses

When Lamia enters the Emperor's Picking ceremony with revenge burning in her heart, she never expects the cold, powerful vampire King to actually choose her as his bride—or for the forced proximity of their palace life to crack open something dangerous between them. Bound by a marriage she didn't want but desperately needs to survive, Lamia must navigate her murderous intentions against an undeniable pull toward the man she's sworn to destroy. Lush, spicy, and utterly addictive, this Hades-and-Persephone retelling weaves magic and dark romance into a story about two people finding unexpected connection in the most unlikely of circumstances. If you're craving an enemy-to-lovers tale with fangs, fire, and a happily ever after that feels earned, this is the perfect weekend escape.