A Kiss of Crimson Ash is the ultimate thrilling, clever, and swoony romantasy, following the epic journey of characters who feel as real as the rich and vibrant world that they move through . . . Anuja Varghese is an incredible storyteller'Thea Guanzon, New York Times bestselling author of The Hurricane WarsNandapore is a city of secrets and spellcasters where seduction reigns and a power-hungry king is never satisfied. To stop him, an ancient goddess seeks out a newly crowned queen, a heartsick prince, a common thief, and a courtesan with magic in her blood. Together, they chart a course through brothels, temples, taverns, and palaces, setting a trap for the empire's most powerful men. Linked by desire, destiny, and a dangerous foe, they each must decide what they are willing to risk for a weapon worth dying for, and a love worth life itself. Inspired by medieval India's most epic love stories, this debut romantasy blends rich storytelling, lush worldbuilding and spice of every variety. 'Mesmerizing debut romantasy . . . Varghese delivers a triumphant start to a bold new series with complex, sophisticated worldbuilding inspired by medieval Indian epics and meticulous character work. Perfectly balancing the epic fantasy scope with intimate romantic moments, this is a stunner'Publishers Weekly (starred review)'A Kiss of Crimson Ash is a feat of richly layered storytelling . . . . my new favourite fantasy book of the year'Aparna Verma, author of The Phoenix King'A seductive and magical romantasy from a wonderful new voice - a truly vibrant epic and erotic read'Tasha Suri, bestselling author of The Isle in the Silver Sea'A Kiss of Crimson Ash lures you close with a story as sleek and dangerous as a serpent's coils, then intoxicates you with vibrant characters and sensual beauty. A smouldering debut!'Lyra Selene, author of A Feather so Black
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