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Curse of Shadows and Thorns

The Broken Kingdoms #1 / 6 ✓
by LJ Andrews
Curse of Shadows and Thorns (The Broken Kingdoms #1) by LJ Andrews
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A bargain between enemies. A curse without an end. A love that will bring a kingdom to its knees.

Long ago, Elise's ancestors stole the crown from the fae king. As the niece of the brutal, current king, her purpose is to do whatever is asked to ensure her family keeps the throne for centuries to come. The trouble is, Elise would rather sneak into gambling halls with the servants than be a silent princess at a ball.

Soon reckless games are ended when her uncle forces her into negotiations for a marriage. If she refuses, her deathly-ill father will pay the price.

Trapped by her sense of duty, Elise is given to the charge of Legion Grey, the handsome and mysterious dowry negotiator. But Legion holds more than her future in his hands. He incites her anger and a forbidden passion.

When a coup upends the kingdom, Elise flees with Legion, only to discover he holds more secrets than anyone. Unknowingly, Elise sets in motion a beastly curse Legion has endured as long as he can remember.

As secrets unravel about Legion's vicious past, questions rise over who has the true right to the throne. When answers come, more lives are put at stake, and Elise is forced to make an impossible choice: avoid a bloody game by leaving Legion to the beast within, or end his curse and restore magic to the land by sacrificing a life--hers.

For fans of Court of Thorns and Roses and The Shadows Between Us, this tale of a rebellious princess and cursed rogue is seductively romantic. Part Viking, part Beauty and the Beast, one-click to preorder a dark, swoon-worthy slow burn romance with the perfect amount of sweet and steam.

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Release date: September 7, 2021

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LJ Andrews

LJ Andrews

L.J. Andrews has a way of weaving magic into the mundane, creating worlds that pulse with life and mystery. With her blend of dark fantasy and Viking-inspired myth, she has captured the imaginations of readers across the globe, establishing herself as a powerful voice in the fantasy romance genre. Her books, like The Ever Seas and The Broken Kingdoms series, are a testament to her ability to craft intricate narratives where love, loss, and self-discovery intertwine against rich, mythical backdrops.

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Based in Northern Utah, L.J. began her writing journey in the most unexpected of ways: through the lens of motherhood. After battling postpartum depression, she found solace and strength in writing, which quickly became her outlet and, eventually, her career. Her first self-published series took the world by storm, aided by the passionate support of online communities like BookTok. This momentum eventually led her to traditional publishing, with Broken Souls and Bones marking her first release under a traditional publisher. In this novel, she delves deep into the human struggle to accept one’s darker side and the redemptive power of choice, wrapped in a world filled with Norse-inspired berserkers and magic.

But it’s not just her worlds that captivate—it's her characters. L.J.'s protagonists are often complex, their journeys not just physical but emotional. She writes stories about people learning to face the demons within, balancing strength with vulnerability, and questioning what it means to truly love. Her work is both epic in scope and intimate in feeling, an exploration of how our darkest choices can shape us.

When L.J. isn’t crafting tales of magic, warriors, and fates entwined, she’s enjoying family life with her husband and four children, often indulging in her love for chocolate (a must for any busy writer). Her authentic, passionate approach to storytelling has made her a beloved author to her readers—and with each new release, it’s clear that L.J. Andrews is only just getting started.

Her books are a journey for anyone who loves tales of bravery, magic, and the kind of romance that endures through trials, and her journey from self-publishing success to the world of traditional publishing only adds to her intrigue. Keep an eye on L.J. Andrews—her worlds are as vast and full of mystery as the stories she tells.

The Broken Kingdoms

The Broken Kingdoms consists of six books — considered a complete series. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

Related series The Ever Seas

Curse of Shadows and Thorns (The Broken Kingdoms #1)
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Court of Ice and Ash (The Broken Kingdoms #2)
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Crown of Blood and Ruin (The Broken Kingdoms #3)
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Night of Masks and Knives (The Broken Kingdoms #4)
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Game of Hate and Lies (The Broken Kingdoms #5)
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Dance of Kings and Thieves (The Broken Kingdoms #6)
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