Description
From the internationally bestselling author of The Serpent and the Wings of Night comes a dark fantasy filled with heart-pounding romance, betrayal and vengeful gods. Set in the world of the Crowns of Nyaxia series.
She was commanded to kill him with a single strike to the heart. She didn't expect her own to betray her.
A mission to kill . . .
Sylina is a trained assassin and dedicated acolyte of the Arachessen, followers of the goddess of fate. When the brutal vampire conqueror Atrius arrives on the shores of her human homeland, Sylina is tasked with her most critical mission yet: infiltrate his army, earn his trust . . . and kill him.
A connection she cannot deny . . .
Atrius is a terrifying warrior, carving an unstoppable path through the kingdom of Glaea. But when Sylina joins his ranks as his new seer, she glimpses a dark and shocking past - and a side of him that reminds her far too much of herself.
A goddess to obey . . .
Sylina's orders are clear: Atrius cannot live. Yet Sylina is unable to deny her growing attraction to Atrius - a connection that is forbidden by her vows. A connection that could cost her everything . . .
Slaying the Vampire Conqueror is a standalone fantasy romance set in the Crowns of Nyaxia world, full of heart-wrenching forbidden romance, dark curses and epic battles.
Perfect for fans of The Bridge Kingdom by Danielle L. Jensen and Jennifer L. Armentrout's From Blood and Ash series.
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Discover the Crowns of Nyaxia novel you'll want to sink your teeth into . . .
'Oh my. That was absolutely wild'
'The slow burn is perfect, and I really enjoy the pace . . . Miss Carissa has made another masterpiece'
'6/5 stars, this is excellent fantasy romance!'
The Serpent and the Wings of Night, the first book in Crowns of Nyaxia series, was an instant No. 9 New York Times bestseller and USA Today bestseller on 06/12/23. Its sequel, The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King, was an instant No. 5 New York Times bestseller and No. 9 USA Today bestseller on 04/06/2024.
About the Author
Carissa Broadbent has been concerning teachers and parents with mercilessly grim tales since she was roughly nine years old. Since then, her stories have gotten (slightly) less depressing and (hopefully a lot?) more readable. Today, she writes novels that blend epic fantasy plots with a heaping dose of romance. She lives with her husband, her son, one very badly behaved rabbit and one perpetually sceptical cat in Rhode Island. She is the author of the New York Times bestselling Crowns of Nyaxia series, starting with The Serpent and the Wings of Night.
Reviews
I'm so glad I found this author . . . double-crosses, action, drama and, of course, romance -- CJRTB Books
I was captivated by this book -- Kyla's Library
I've discovered a new author to fall in love with . . . This is a book that's full of battles, murder, betrayal and fear -- The Indie Book Box
Book Information
ISBN 9781035051755
Author Carissa Broadbent
Format Paperback
Page Count 448
Imprint Tor Bramble
Publisher Pan Macmillan
