Court of Blood and Bindings

In Court of Blood and Bindings, twenty-year-old Emelin is captured by the Silent Death, the empire's most feared fae assassin, after wielding forbidden magic. Instead of executing her, he takes her to the treacherous Crimson Court, where she discovers his dark motives and a dangerous game that could free humanity. As they navigate their complex relationship filled with trust issues and hidden secrets, Emelin must confront her feelings for the brooding fae warrior with a bloody past. This first installment in the Fae Isles series blends enemies-to-lovers dynamics with fantasy romance and mature themes.