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Cruel is the Light

Soon to be your next Romantasy obsession

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Pub Date 23 Jan 2025 | Archive Date 21 Feb 2025


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THEY SAY LOVE CONQUERS ALL . . .

BUT CAN LOVE WIN IN A WAR BETWEEN DEMONS AND EXORCISTS . . .?

OR WILL IT JUST TEAR THEAM ALL APART . . .?

Welcome to Cruel is the Light, the epic and sizzling YA romantasy – soon to be your next obsession . . .

A brutal war between demons and humanity has raged across Europe for over a century. At its heart are two elite soldiers: Selene Alleva, a powerful exorcists trained at the prestigious Vatican Academy, and foot soldier, Jules Lacroix, unrivalled in battle.

When their paths cross, despite initial distrust – then unwelcome attraction – Jules and Selene discover a terrible secret at the heart of the holy Vatican City . . .

Soon Jules is forced to question everything he’s ever known – including himself. And Selene, unable to ignore her growing feelings for Jules, must make an impossible choice between love and duty.

Serpent and Dove meets Empire of the Vampire, with a star-crossed, enemies-to-lovers romance at its heart. Perfect for fans of Powerless, Fourth Wing and Divine Rivals.


THEY SAY LOVE CONQUERS ALL . . .

BUT CAN LOVE WIN IN A WAR BETWEEN DEMONS AND EXORCISTS . . .?

OR WILL IT JUST TEAR THEAM ALL APART . . .?

Welcome to Cruel is the Light, the epic and sizzling...


Advance Praise

"Set in a world as resplendent as it is brutal, with a taut, searing romance thrumming with can’t-catch-your breath tension. Cruel is the Light is a masterclass in romantasy and a thoroughly scorching debut."

- Bea Fitzgerald, bestselling author of GIRL, GODDESS, QUEEN.

"Cruel is the Light is a sucker punch to the heart, packed with action, secrets, betrayal and whip-smart banter in a world that is both bleak and beautiful in equal measures. A story of forbidden love with yearning so keen it could cut. Bound to be your next romantasy obsession."

- Eliza Chan, Sunday Times bestselling author of FATHOMFOLK

"Riveting, dark, and decadent, Cruel is the Light weaves sinister magic, crackling banter, and sizzling tension for a captivating forbidden romance that will grab hold of readers and never let go. . . Sophie Clark's enthralling debut deserves a spot on every romantic fantasy lover's bookshelf!"

- Emily Thiede, author of THIS VISCIOUS GRACE and THIS CURSED LIGHT

"A powerhouse debut from Sophie Clark! Cruel is the Light pulls you into a dangerous world of exorcists, demons and forbidden love - and doesn’t let go until the last page. Gripping, vivid and beautifully written!"

- Vanessa Len, international bestselling author of ONLY A MONSTER and NEVER A HERO

"Set in a world as resplendent as it is brutal, with a taut, searing romance thrumming with can’t-catch-your breath tension. Cruel is the Light is a masterclass in romantasy and a thoroughly...


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ISBN 9780241635292
PRICE £16.99 (GBP)
PAGES 512

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