House of Ash and Shadow
From USA Today bestselling author Leia Stone, House of Ash and Shadow is the first book in the addictive Gilded City series, about a girl who must battle curses, dark powers, and her own heart. This world of dazzling fae magic and romantic pining is perfect for fans of Wednesday and Holly Black.
Seventeen-year-old Fallon Bane was born with a devastating curse: a single touch from another person will cause her excruciating pain. Thus, she has accepted that she will die without ever being kissed, without even hugging her own father, though it breaks her heart every day.
But when her beloved father falls ill, she breaks into the magical Gilded City to find a healer fae that can save him. When handsome healer Ariyon Madden agrees to help, everything she knows about herself and her curse changes. Because during her father's healing, Ariyon reaches out and touches her bare skin. She waits for the agony… but it never comes. For the first time in her life, she imagines a new future for herself. However, that fantasy is quickly destroyed, because not only does Ariyon flee from her in disgust when he learns of her curse; he also reveals her existence to powerful fae who want to hurt her.
Fallon is then swept away to a magical academy, where she learns the terrifying truth about her family history and her dark magic. Her life and the future of fae everywhere hang in the balance, and all the while Fallon can't help but wonder if she will get to touch Ariyon Madden one more time before she dies…
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Leia Stone
Leia Stone is a bestselling author whose works transport readers into worlds filled with supernatural intrigue, fierce heroines, and heart-pounding romance. Known for her captivating stories set in fantastical realms, Stone’s books have become a staple for fans of paranormal romance and urban fantasy. Her writing is a blend of magic, suspense, and steamy romance, creating tales that readers can’t put down.
Stone’s journey into writing began as many do—with a love for storytelling and a fascination with the unexplored corners of the supernatural. Drawing inspiration from her passion for mythology, folklore, and paranormal tales, she built a world where magic isn’t just a fantasy but an integral part of the characters’ lives. Her novels often explore the complexities of identity, power, and relationships, all set against the backdrop of intense, action-packed adventures.
Gilded City
Trilogy.
Gilded City consists of three books and considered as a complete series. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
