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Synopsis
One generation after war had nearly destroyed three nations, evil was returning. And only Mel Dawnfield’s daring sacrifice could stop it… The promise of peace rested on this young woman’s noble vow: to marry Cobalt the Dark—heir to a family of legendary cruelty. With only her uncontrolled spells to guide her, isolated in Cobalt’s solitary home in the Misted Cliffs, knowing poisoned blood ran through her husband’s veins, Mel struggled to embrace her unexpected mage powers and unveil the light in her shadowy new world—including the radiance hidden in her husband’s soul. For her enemies were gathering strength and they would soon unleash the darkest of evils in the name of war. In the final battle, Mel’s ability to harness her magic would mean the difference
Is The Misted Cliffs appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This epic fantasy involves political marriage, war themes, and emotional tension between a mage heroine and her dark husband. Expect moderate violence from battle/war contexts and a developing romantic relationship with fade-to-black intimacy.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, moderate sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include emotional abuse, political marriage, and war (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will be drawn to Mel's struggle to unlock her magic powers while navigating a dangerous marriage designed to prevent war.