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Synopsis
*In the dead of night, passions rise and empires fall.* *Welcome to Kingdoms of the Compass.* The Fulcrum is failing, and demons are slipping into the mortal world, stalking the night. No one is safe. Especially not Sorrel. An orphan and an outcast, she’s spent her whole life within the walls of her small village, ostracized for her mystical abilities. She wants to survive…and maybe find somewhere she can call her true home. But Fate has other plans. Sorrel has been chosen. Cursed. She must cross the Badlands to return the Queen's crown and convince the fearsome female to save their world from destruction. Well aware she’s no brave hero, Sorrel makes a dangerous deal with Merc, a brooding, commanding mercenary known only by his unscrupulous profession. The deal? A night in his bed that she will never forget, in exchange for her safe passage. But Merc has secrets of his own, and even though passion runs hot between them, enemies are around every corner, and danger and betrayal threaten at every turn.
Crown of War and Shadow: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This adult fantasy romance contains explicit sexual content (including a transactional sexual arrangement), strong violence with demons and battle scenes, and mature themes of survival and betrayal. Best for adult readers comfortable with dark fantasy and explicit romance.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, explicit sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include graphic violence, death, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers will be drawn to the high-stakes quest, dangerous romance, and dark fantasy world where demons threaten everything.