Fate doesn't ask. It commands.
Thea never wanted to be a hero. Dividing her days between her grandmothers' bustling inn and their tranquil herbal remedies, Thea's life feels comfortably safe from the unrest tearing Ytharia apart-until the chaos comes crashing to her doorstep.
But under the rule of High King Hewron, peace is an illusion. Magic is forbidden to all but the elite Fae, and the kingdom is fractured by fear, lies, and oppression. Crumbling alliances and blood-soaked ambitions leave Ytharia teetering on the brink of collapse.
When Roth Black-a man shrouded in danger and mystery-walks into her secluded village, Thea is thrust into a web of rebellion, secrets, and betrayal. Roth's shadowed past is as much a mystery as his intentions, but his presence stirs something in Thea that defies all reason.
As tensions rise and forbidden truths come to light, Thea finds herself questioning everything she thought she knew-including her own heart. In a kingdom where loyalty is a double-edged sword, can Thea and Roth stand together-or will their choices tear them apart? And when destiny forces her hand, will Thea have the strength to shape her own fate?
Perfect for fans of epic romantasy who crave slow-burn romance,
A Kingdom of Shadows and Blood
blends rich world-building, morally gray heroes, and a tale of love, loyalty, and defiance.