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Synopsis
From the moment I saw the shadows come to life, I knew my world would never be the same. Yesterday I was a teenager waiting tables in Manhattan, and today, monsters exist and I can see them. Overnight I'm thrown into the realm of the Watchers, a society of earthbound angels split into two factions: The Shades, whose powerful dark magic is given to them by the fallen angels, and the Lumens, whose abilities are bestowed on them by the archangels of Avalon. They're on opposite sides of a brutal war, and I only have a few days to pick which side I want to join. I'm ready to choose when the Shades force my hand by cursing someone I love. The only hope I have of saving them rests on the broad shoulders of the prickliest Shade alive, Gage Alston. He's cold, arrogant, and quite possibly the most attractive guy I've ever laid eyes on. Do I trust him? No. Do I need him? Yes. Do I want to kiss him? Maybe. Perhaps I'll choose darkness after all.
Is Shadow Angel appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This urban fantasy involves a teen girl thrust into a war between angel factions with magical powers. Expect moderate fantasy violence, a slow-burn enemies-to-lovers romance with kissing and attraction, and themes of choosing between light and dark magic.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, moderate sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include violence, cursed person, and forced choice.
Who'll love this
Teens will love the grumpy-sunshine romance, the high-stakes choice between angel factions, and the fast-paced magical world-building.