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Synopsis
She's bound to serve her enemy for a hundred years. Now, she's at risk of killing the man ... or falling for him. After she lands on the losing side of a war, Saga is sentenced to serve Ari Sekundär, the man she despises. But when Ari is blamed for a tragic assassination, Saga is forced on the run with her reluctant master, and they must work together to survive. Soon hate feels more like passion and disgust more like desire. What Ari doesn't know is that falling in love with the enemy will have deadly consequences. But how can Saga tell him, if he ever gives his heart to her, it will unlock a hidden secret that can destroy the kingdom...and end her life. The tale of the Swan Princess reimagined. This compelling New Adult Fantasy continues the bestselling world of the Broken Kingdoms as the first book in the Southern Kingdom. Welcome to a world filled with fae, Vikings, and spicy romance. *This book contains content that could be triggering to some readers, so check the TW list inside, along with spicy scenes that are for readers 18+*
Den of Blades and Briars: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This adult fantasy romance contains explicit sexual content, moderate violence from war and assassination themes, and explores a forced servitude dynamic between enemies that turns romantic. The story includes cursed characters with deadly stakes.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, explicit sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include captivity, death, and war (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers will be drawn to the enemies-to-lovers tension between a captive warrior and the master she's forced to serve as they navigate danger and forbidden desire.