A blacksmith's apprentice with nothing but a thirst for vengeance enters a deadly competition to cross into the immortal realm and kill the goddess who destroyed her family. When Aris claims an ancient, power-laden sword during the brutal Culling, she becomes far more than just another challenger—she becomes a dangerous wild card that everyone wants to control or eliminate. Navigating a treacherous Starside filled with magical creatures, bloodthirsty immortals, and mysterious new horrors, Aris must rely on Harlan Raker, the very king's guard who once betrayed her, even as she guards a devastating secret that could change everything. This is a high-stakes romantasy that perfectly blends epic world-building with an enemies-to-lovers tension that will absolutely grip you from start to finish.

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Dark, orchestral fantasy with building tension and smoldering romance. Think haunting strings, industrial synths, and sultry vocals—like Hozier meets Evanescence with gothic orchestration. Dangerous, seductive, and relentless.