Empire of Flame and Thorns: Flame and Thorns, Book 1

About this book

Trapped within the Seelie Court by an impenetrable forest of thorns, Selena Hale lives under the iron thumb of the dragon shifters. Her only path to freedom lies in the Atonement Trials, a brutal, high-stakes competition where fae magic users fight for survival. With only three spots for victors, Selena is determined to secure her liberty, but a formidable obstacle stands in her way: Draven Ryat, the ruthless commander of the dragon army. Draven is everything Selena despises, and his constant interference threatens more than just her success in the trials. If he discovers her secret life as a member of the fae rebellion, it will cost her everything. Yet, as the competition intensifies, the lines between duty and desire begin to blur. Caught in a dangerous enemies-to-lovers dynamic, Selena finds herself inexplicably drawn to the very man she should fear most. As the trials turn deadly, Selena must navigate a web of secrets and shifting loyalties. In a world where trust is a luxury she cannot afford, she discovers that the most perilous threat isn't just the arena—it’s her own heart. With sizzling banter and high-stakes tension, this slow-burn romance proves that even in the darkest thorns, love can take root.