CRUEL IS THE LIGHT 2

DISCOVER THE YA ROMANTASY THAT EVERYONE IS TALKING ABOUT . . . 
 They say love conquers all . . . 
 But can love win in a war between demons and exorcists? 
 Or will it just tear them all apart . . . ? 
 Cruel is the Light is an epic, enemies-to-lovers romance about a demon hunter and a foot soldier thrown together in a centuries-old war . . . and the forbidden love that could change the course of history. 
NOW THE EPIC AND SIZZLING ROMANTASY CONTINUES IN THE HEART-STOPPING SEQUEL. 
Get ready to follow the characters everyone is talking about back to The Deathless God’s Rome . . . 
 Perfect for fans of Powerless, Fourth Wing and Divine Rivals – and sure to be your next obsession . . . 
PRAISE FOR CRUEL IS THE LIGHT: 
 
 ‘Sinister magic, crackling banter, and sizzling tension’ Emily Thiede, author of This Vicious Grace 
 
 ‘A masterclass in romantasy . . . Thoroughly scorching’ Bea Fitzgerald, bestselling author of Girl, Goddess, Queen 
 
 ‘A story of forbidden love with yearning so keen it cut. . . Bound to be your next obsession.’ Eliza Chan, bestselling author of Fathomfolk 
 
 ‘Drenched with dark magic, woven with complex morals and sprinkled with true love.’ Kika Hatzopoulou, bestselling author of Threads That Bind 
‘I'm obsessed . . . and I'm going to need to join an emotional support group in the wait for book two.’ 
 
 ‘This book is for sure to be a new romantasy obsession, and I am hooked. The ending left me itching for more and I cannot wait for the continuation of the story.’ 
 
‘It completely consumed me.’ 
 ‘I loved everything about this book, from the world building and politics to the lead and side characters, the tension, the simping… ugh so good.’ 
 ‘It’s been a long time that a book has entranced me as much as this . . . my new obsession, I will never stop recommending this book!’ 
 ‘WOW!!!!! . . . This book is PERFECTION!!! A captivating, swoon-worthy perfection that I can't get enough of!’

Sinister magic, crackling banter, and sizzling tension

Emily Thiede, author of This Vicious Grace

A masterclass in romantasy . . . Thoroughly scorching

Bea Fitzgerald, bestselling author of Girl, Goddess, Queen

A story of forbidden love with yearning so keen it cut. . . Bound to be your next obsession.

Eliza Chan, bestselling author of Fathomfolk

Drenched with dark magic, woven with complex morals and sprinkled with true love.

Kika Hatzopoulou, bestselling author of Threads That Bind

A powerhouse debut . . . Gripping, vivid and beautifully written

Vanessa Len, bestselling author of Only a Monster

Sophie Clark likes to say she writes fantasy featuring wounded girls with sharp edges, charming boys who fall for them anyhow, twisted gods, and other unholy things. She holds a master’s degree in international relations from the University of Melbourne, and worked for the Australian Senate before leaving politics for good. She now resides in Tasmania, Australia, with a beautiful black-and-white Border collie called Indy.

SOON TO BE YOUR NEXT OBSESSION . . . 
 
They say love conquers all . . . 
But can love win in a war between demons and exorcists? 
Or will it just tear them all apart?Cruel is the Light is an epic enemies-to-lovers romance about a demon hunter and a foot soldier thrown together in a centuries-old war . . . and the forbidden love that could change the course of history. Now, get ready to follow the characters everyone is talking about back to The Deathless God’s Rome . . . 
 
What readers are saying about CRUEL IS THE LIGHT: 
‘I'm obsessed . . . and I'm going to need to join an emotional support group in the wait for book two.’ 
‘This book is for sure to be a new romantasy obsession, and I am hooked. The ending left me itching for more and I cannot wait for the continuation of the story.’ 
‘It completely consumed me.’ 
‘WOW!!!!! . . . This book is PERFECTION!!! A captivating, swoon-worthy perfection that I can't get enough of!’

Sophie Clark

Set in a world as resplendent as it is brutal, with a taut, searing romance thrumming with can’t-catch-your breath tension. Cruel is the Light is a masterclass in romantasy and a thoroughly scorching debut.

Bea Fitzgerald, bestselling author of GIRL, GODDESS, QUEEN.

Cruel is the Light is a sucker punch to the heart, packed with action, secrets, betrayal and whip-smart banter in a world that is both bleak and beautiful in equal measures. A story of forbidden love with yearning so keen it could cut. Bound to be your next romantasy obsession.

Eliza Chan, Sunday Times bestselling author of FATHOMFOLK

Riveting, dark, and decadent, Cruel is the Light weaves sinister magic, crackling banter, and sizzling tension for a captivating forbidden romance that will grab hold of readers and never let go. . . Sophie Clark's enthralling debut deserves a spot on every romantic fantasy lover's bookshelf!

Emily Thiede, author of THIS VISCIOUS GRACE and THIS CURSED LIGHT

A powerhouse debut from Sophie Clark! Cruel is the Light pulls you into a dangerous world of exorcists, demons and forbidden love - and doesn’t let go until the last page. Gripping, vivid and beautifully written!

Vanessa Len, international bestselling author of ONLY A MONSTER and NEVER A HERO

EPIC IS THEIR LOVE. ENDLESS IS THEIR POWER. 
 
A brutal war between demons and humanity has raged across an alternate Europe for over a century. At its heart, two elite soldiers: Selene Alleva, a powerful exorcist running from a dark legacy, and orphan Jules Lacroix, recruited by the Vatican army and unrivalled in battle. 
 
When their paths unexpectedly cross, despite initial distrust – then unwelcome attraction – Jules and Selene realise they can use each other to unlock the secrets of their pasts. But the truth suggests a sinister conspiracy at the heart of the Vatican . . . 
 
With each new discovery, Jules is forced to question everything he’s ever known – including himself. And Selene, unable to ignore her growing feelings for Jules, must make an impossible choice between love and duty. 
 
They say love conquers all, but can it win in a war between demons and exorcists – or might it just tear them all apart . . ?

Sophie Clark

Praise for Cruel is the Light

Set in a world as resplendent as it is brutal, with a taut, searing romance thrumming with can’t-catch-your breath tension. Cruel is the Light is a masterclass in romantasy and a thoroughly scorching debut ...

Cruel is the Light is a sucker punch to the heart, packed with action, secrets, betrayal and whip-smart banter in a world that is both bleak and beautiful in equal measures. A story of forbidden love with ...

Riveting, dark, and decadent, Cruel is the Light weaves sinister magic, crackling banter, and sizzling tension for a captivating forbidden romance that will grab hold of readers and never let go. . . Sophi ...

Set in a world as resplendent as it is brutal, with a taut, searing romance thrumming with can’t-catch-your breath tension. Cruel is the Light is a masterclass in romantasy and a thoroughly scorching debut ...

Cruel is the Light is a sucker punch to the heart, packed with action, secrets, betrayal and whip-smart banter in a world that is both bleak and beautiful in equal measures. A story of forbidden love with ...

Riveting, dark, and decadent, Cruel is the Light weaves sinister magic, crackling banter, and sizzling tension for a captivating forbidden romance that will grab hold of readers and never let go. . . Sophi ...

Set in a world as resplendent as it is brutal, with a taut, searing romance thrumming with can’t-catch-your breath tension. Cruel is the Light is a masterclass in romantasy and a thoroughly scorching debut ...

Cruel is the Light is a sucker punch to the heart, packed with action, secrets, betrayal and whip-smart banter in a world that is both bleak and beautiful in equal measures. A story of forbidden love with ...

Riveting, dark, and decadent, Cruel is the Light weaves sinister magic, crackling banter, and sizzling tension for a captivating forbidden romance that will grab hold of readers and never let go. . . Sophi ...

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