A prophecy unfulfilled. A reluctant Dark Elf prince. And the human girl who holds the fate of the realm in her hands... Mara Geary is resigned to a quiet future in her small village-until strange, glowing lights lure her into the shadows of the forbidden forest. Hoping for adventure, she steps into the Darkwood, only to discover she is the key to a prophecy that could save an entire kingdom. Prince Brannon Luthinor has spent his life becoming a lethal warrior to protect his people. Facing imminent destruction, he must forge an alliance with a human girl he never expected-and cannot fathom. Bound together by fate, Bran and Mara must navigate deadly magic and a rising evil. But can they trust one another enough to save both their worlds? ✓ YA / Crossover Fantasy Romance ✓ Beauty and the Beast Vibes ✓ Dark Elf Prince Hero ✓ Fated Mates / Arranged Alliance ✓ Portal Fantasy / Hidden Realm ✓ Grumpy Warrior x Adventurous Heroine ✓ Forced Proximity
- Heat Level: Mild steam / Clean (romantic tension and angst) - Vibes: Atmospheric, magical, adventurous, sweeping - Setting: A quiet human village and the shadowed courts of the Dark Elf realm - Trope Tags: Reluctant allies to lovers, forbidden magic, prophecy - Ending: Book 1 in a completed series (Ends on a strong HFN/Hook) - Perfect for fans of: Grace Draven, Sylvia Mercedes, and Juliet Marillier Return to the world of US Today bestselling author Anthea Sharp in this spellbinding tale where a stubborn heart meets the kingdom's fiercest warrior.
"★★★★★ "The book was exceedingly well written when it came to the narrative. There was a poetry to the descriptions that made the book a joy to read. I enjoyed the characters, the world-building, and the plot in general."
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"★★★★★ "I definitely couldn't get enough of this story. Sharp has definitely outdone herself this time. I love fantasy and romance and the way that she melded them together was fantastic. This one will be loved by teens and adults alike."
