The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King HB exclusive edition

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The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King HB exclusive edition

SKU: 9781035052776
Author: Carissa Broadbent
Hardback·Ages 18+·Romantasy
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At a glance

💖 Tone
Dark, intense, addictive
⚡ Pace
Fast, high-stakes
🌫️ Vibes
Vampires, grief, power struggles, forbidden love
👑 Themes
Love, loss, power, redemption
🧠 Mind Game
Emotional, gripping
🌶️ Spice Level
Medium–High – intense chemistry with steamy moments
🔥 Hook
In a world ruled by blood and betrayal, love may be the most dangerous choice of all.
👀 Perfect For
Fans of Serpent & the Wings of Night
📖 Readers Who’ll Love This
Readers who crave dark fantasy romance with emotional stakes, grief, and powerful chemistry

The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King by Carissa Broadbent – A Dark Fantasy Romance of Love, Power, and Deadly Trials

Return to the breathtaking world of the Crowns of Nyaxia series with The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King by Carissa Broadbent, an epic romantasy filled with political intrigue, deadly alliances, powerful magic, and a love tested by betrayal, grief, and impossible choices.

Following the brutal events of the Kejari tournament, Oraya is left reeling from devastating loss and shocking revelations. Once the adopted daughter of the Nightborn vampire king, she now finds herself caught in a dangerous struggle for power that threatens the future of the entire kingdom.

Forced into an uneasy alliance with Raihn—the man who betrayed her trust yet still holds her heart—Oraya must navigate a world of political enemies, shifting loyalties, and ancient forces awakening in the shadows. Together, they face deadly threats from rival vampire houses while trying to secure their place in a kingdom on the brink of war.

As dark secrets come to light and the truth about Oraya's past begins to unravel, she is forced to confront questions about identity, destiny, and the cost of power. Meanwhile, the bond between her and Raihn grows ever more complicated, balancing passion, heartbreak, and the lingering wounds of betrayal.

Rich with emotional depth, immersive world-building, and unforgettable character development, The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King delivers everything fans love about Carissa Broadbent's writing: slow-burn romance, morally grey characters, fierce heroines, and high-stakes fantasy adventure.

Perfect for readers who love vampire fantasy, enemies-to-lovers romance, and epic romantasy filled with magic, politics, and emotional intensity.

Why you'll love this book:

  • A gripping sequel in the bestselling Crowns of Nyaxia series

  • Vampire politics, court intrigue, and powerful magic

  • Slow-burn romance with emotional complexity

  • Strong heroine navigating grief, power, and destiny

  • Morally grey characters and high fantasy stakes

  • Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Rebecca Yarros, and Jennifer L. Armentrout

Author: Carissa Broadbent
Series: Crowns of Nyaxia
Genre: Fantasy Romance, Dark Fantasy, Romantasy
Themes: Vampires, Political Intrigue, Betrayal, Destiny, Love and Loss, Power, Found Family, Magic

Perfect for readers who enjoy:

  • Dark fantasy romance

  • Vampire romantasy novels

  • Enemies-to-lovers relationships

  • Epic fantasy worlds with political conflict

  • Strong female protagonists

  • BookTok fantasy and romantasy favourites

Book details

Format
Hardback
Reading age
18+
Pages
608
Publisher
Pan MacMillan
Published
14 June 2024
Language
English
ISBN
9781035052776

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About the Author:

Carissa Broadbent is a rising queen of romantasy, enchanting readers with her addictive blend of fierce heroines, morally gray love interests, and fantasy realms you’ll want to dive right into (even if there are monsters lurking in the shadows). Best known for The Serpent & the Wings of Night and The Nightborn Duet, Carissa writes stories where power, passion, and danger collide—often with a dagger to the heart and a kiss that follows.

Her writing is rich with tension—romantic and otherwise—and her characters are layered, complex, and totally unforgettable. Whether it's a deadly tournament, a crown at stake, or a romance that simmers (then sizzles), Carissa keeps readers on the edge of their seats and begging for more.

If you love fantasy that's fierce, emotional, and just the right amount of dark, Carissa Broadbent is your next obsession.

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