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Cruel is the Light

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Book cover of #1 - Cruel is the Light by Sophie Clark

#1 - Cruel is the Light

They say love conquers all, but can it win in a war between demons and exorcists – or might it just tear them all apart . . ?

A brutal war between demons and humanity has raged across Europe for over a century. At its heart are two elite soldiers: Selene Alleva, a powerful exorcist trained at the prestigious Vatican Academy, and foot soldier, Jules Lacroix, unrivalled in battle.

When their paths cross, despite initial distrust – then unwelcome attraction – Jules and Selene discover a terrible secret at the heart of the holy Vatican City.

Soon 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.
Book cover of #2 - CRUEL IS THE LIGHT 2 by Sophie Clark

#2 - CRUEL IS THE LIGHT 2

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 . . .

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