House of Earth and Blood Crescent City Book 1 BY Sarah J. Maas 2020

Sarah J. Maas introduces her new Crescent City series with "House of Earth and Blood," a thrilling blend of magic, danger, and romance. The story follows Bryce Quinlan, a half-Fae, half-human who seeks vengeance after a demon slaughters her friends. Despite the accused being imprisoned, the murders resume, thrusting Bryce into the center of a perilous investigation.

Hunt Athalar, a formidable Fallen angel enslaved by the Archangels, is renowned for his lethal skills. Tasked with eliminating enemies without question, he is offered a tempting deal: help Bryce catch the demon terrorizing Crescent City, and he could gain his freedom.

As Bryce and Hunt delve into the city's dark underbelly, they uncover a sinister power threatening everyone they love. Along the way, they ignite a powerful passion that could liberate them both, if they dare to embrace it.

With unforgettable characters, sizzling romance, and unrelenting suspense, Maas’s richly imaginative series explores profound themes of loss, freedom, and the transformative power of love. "House of Earth and Blood" promises an epic journey that will captivate readers from start to finish.