Between Life and Death
“His eyes returned to mine, that invisible tether between us strung too tight.
That magnetic pull, it was unbreakable, unyielding. Eternal.
And it demanded that we collide.”
On the secluded continent of Edenvale, possessing magic is a death sentence. Those who have it are labelled Cursed, and by order of the king, they are Cleansed—a horrific event utilizing a hot, hungry pyre and an iron collar. Enemy to the king, a group known as the Cursed rebels defend their lands from his reach, creating an ongoing, bloodthirsty war.
When Sage’s brother is conscripted for the war, she is forced to trade in her cozy, peaceful cottage life and join the Cursed rebels to get him back. Her mission seems straightforward, but Von, the leader of the Cursed rebels, comes riddled with dark secrets. With his otherworldly eyes, black as a starless night, and a taste for juicy thigh—ahem—red apples, Sage knows better than to get involved with a guy like him. But knowing and doing are two very different things.
Together with the Cursed rebels and Von, the king of inky deals and sexy, stolen moments, Sage embarks on the quest of a lifetime.
Little does she know that fate is at work and the gods are watching her every move.
For ACOTAR fans who are looking to scratch that insatiable itch.
This one is for you.
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Jaclyn Kot
Jaclyn Kot writes the kind of fantasy romance that lingers long after the last page, weaving together shadow-drenched worlds, characters who blur the line between hero and villain, and love stories that burn as fiercely as they ache. Her Between Life and Death series has captured the hearts of dark fantasy romance readers around the world, earning millions of reads on Kindle Unlimited and recognition from Amazon’s “Best of BookTok.”
Her path to publishing was anything but rushed. The seed of her debut story was planted more than a decade ago, but it wasn’t until 2021 that she rewrote it from the ground up, determined to bring her characters the life they deserved. When Between Life and Death arrived in 2023, it was quickly embraced for its morally grey male lead, its strong and complex heroine, and its blend of spice, mythology, and high-stakes twists. Sequels followed swiftly, expanding her Edenvale world with deeper lore, heartbreak, and the kind of intensity that keeps readers awake at night.
Between Life and Death Series
In a realm where gods walk in shadows and bargains are etched in blood and ink, love is both a curse and a salvation. The Between Life and Death series pulls readers into Edenvale, a world steeped in ancient magic, ruthless power, and dangerous devotion. Here, every vow carries weight, every kiss hides a cost, and destiny is rarely as kind as it seems.
Between Life and Death Series consists of four books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
