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Shadows and Crowns Series

Dive into a realm where ancient gods stir and a primal evil awakens, threatening to engulf the land. Follow unlikely heroes thrust into a desperate fight to protect their empire from a gathering storm. This series blends intricate world-building with thrilling action and the sparks of an enemies-to-lovers romance. Prepare for epic battles and a captivating narrative where magic, monsters, and destiny collide.

The Queen of the Dawn
A Crown of the Gods
The Call of the Void
A Twist of the Blade
The Song of the Marked

Recommended Reading Order

  1. The Song of the Marked

    • 544 pages
    • 20 hours of reading

    The old gods are growing restless... Mercenary Casia Greythorne cares about two things- completing her latest job and earning enough coin for the expensive medicine that's keeping her mentor alive. So when the king commands her to investigate a strange plague devastating the empire, she can't resist the massive reward he offers - even if it does mean working with the arrogant and infuriating Captain Elander. But as the death toll rises and strange monsters wreak havoc across the realms, Cas and Elander find themselves up against meddling gods and very old magic. Because an ancient evil is stirring in the shadows. And their empire will not survive its full unleashing.

    The Song of the Marked1
    3.9

  2. A Twist of the Blade

    • 624 pages
    • 22 hours of reading

    Mercenary. Survivor. Queen. Casia Greythorne's world has shattered. Reeling from a devastating loss and the revelation of an identity she's not sure she wants, she also must master the strange magic awakening within her. But now she must lead her friends through cursed lands and the dwellings of gods, away from the crumbling empire and the king-emperor who clutches the crown with ever-bloodier hands. Knowing the true threat may be someone she came dangerously close to falling for... Elander Revenmar thought he knew who he was. He had a mission, a god he was content to serve. Then came a woman he should have stayed away from; whose life he never should have saved. Because salvation comes with a cost. And some debts must be paid in blood.

    A Twist of the Blade2
    3.9

  3. The Call of the Void

    • 564 pages
    • 20 hours of reading

    Set against a backdrop of impending war and chaos, the story delves into the consequences of conflict on both mortals and deities. As bloodshed escalates, the displeasure of the gods looms large, influencing the fate of the characters involved. Themes of divine intervention and the struggle for power intertwine, creating a tense atmosphere where the stakes are high and the consequences of actions are dire. The narrative promises a gripping exploration of loyalty, sacrifice, and the impact of war on both the earthly and divine realms.

    The Call of the Void3
    3.9

  4. A Crown of the Gods

    • 624 pages
    • 22 hours of reading

    Gods have fallen. A queen is rising. And the world will never be the same. The throne of the Kethran Empire lies empty, its ruler now a god bringing darkness and chaos to the world. The line between the divine and mortal realms is blurring. The battlefield is set and a final, devastating war is on the horizon. Casia Greythorne is ready to take her place on the throne, to unite the empire and stand against the gods themselves. But to claim her crown - to save her world and the people she loves - she must confront her past and finally discover the answers hidden within it. Even though it may destroy her hope of a future.

    A Crown of the Gods4
    4.0

  5. The Queen of the Dawn

    • 512 pages
    • 18 hours of reading

    The epic conclusion to the 'Shadows & Crowns' seriesCassia Greythorne has survived battles with gods and monsters and the crown is in her grasp. But the power of the dark god Malaphar grows ever stronger, threatening the future of their world before her reign has even begun.Still there is hope: a way to banish him forever has been revealed. It will take Casia and her friends into a strange new realm, where they must face old enemies and race to decipher a bewildering ancient magic.But time is short. Chaos spreads throughout the empires and the bonds between allies begin to fray. With every bloody battle, the cost of saving their world becomes clearer.Dawn is coming. But will they survive to see the new day?

    The Queen of the Dawn5
    4.1