Enemies to Lovers
Crown of Light and Ashes: Kingdom of Shadows Series, Book 1
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Nesilhan enters the treacherous Shadow Court with a singular mission: to save her brother’s life. However, her sacrifice leads to a terrifying fate when she is claimed as the bride of Kaan, the ruthless Lord of Shadows. Kaan is a man of chilling contradictions—ancient, merciless, and responsible for the death of the man Nesilhan once loved. Bound by a blood debt, Nesilhan finds herself trapped in a gilded cage, forced into a marriage where her new husband demands not just her compliance, but her absolute devotion. This dark, high-stakes romantasy masterfully utilizes the enemies-to-lovers trope, pitting a sharp, logical diplomat against a dark, possessive, and surprisingly theatrical tyrant. As Nesilhan navigates the seductive and dangerous atmosphere of the Shadow Court, the line between her hatred for Kaan and her growing, volatile obsession with him begins to blur. Every interaction is charged with intense tension, vulnerability, and a power struggle that threatens to unmake them both. With its rich world-building, addictive twists, and a volatile dynamic that balances on the knife’s edge of violence and desire, *Crown of Light and Ashes* is an unputdownable journey. Be warned: this gripping tale ends on a devastating cliffhanger that will leave readers desperate for the sequel.
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03 4.3 out of 5 stars](javascript:void(0))(2,921) Book 1 of 3: Kingdom of Shadows Series Sorry, there was a problem loading this page. Try again. See all formats and editions I stepped into the Shadow Court to save my brother. I didn't expect to walk out as the bride of the monster who killed the man I loved. Kaan is the ruthless Lord of Shadows—ancient, merciless, and terrifyingly beautiful. He murdered Aslan with a smile on his lips and my name on his tongue. Then he claimed me as payment for a blood debt. Now, I'm his wife in black silk and silver chains. Owned. Caged. Watched. And on our wedding night, he doesn't ask. He takes—my body, my breath, my resistance—until I break. His mouth. His rules. His shadows wrap around me like a noose. I swore I'd kill him. Instead, I'm moaning his name in the dark. Because monsters like him don't make love. They unmake you. But Kaan doesn't want love. He wants devotion. He wants me to beg. And the worst part? I think I will. This is a dark romantasy and the first book in the Kingdom of Shadow trilogy, set in the same universe as the Kingdom of Light trilogy. ) ©2025 Joanna Maz and Vi Carter (P)2025 Podium Audio Previous slide of product details 1. Book 1 of 3 Kingdom of Shadows Series 2. Listening Length 16 hours and 11 minutes 3. Author Joanna Maz, see all) 4. Narrator Roxy Rose, see all) 5. Publication date December 23, 2025 6. Language English 7. Publisher Podium Audio 8. ASIN B0G2T5PJRB 9. Version Unabridged 10. Program Type Audiobook Next slide of product details See all details Report an issue with this product or seller](https://www.amazon.com/Crown-Light-Ashes-Kingdom-Shadows/dp/B0G2T5PJRB/ref=sr1406?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.iNyjK-vLGOt9bvPMaP5tY77GDKm1t7lSehnUmAq0haEPhXhlK7cK9d6qGS5jhRgoIUOpbvJDSQQY5YB0fVbivz2YOqy7cE3HEnL-aSPh8lh8IzN0Xdodg66CDdyOIXJeOpVUEfnE1V-Jfsu-Wbtsxf49P0lmeTFpKNEmqcgW99BOZR5c353z3HXNVe-OAcHQoAt8AcbRpfiysfwkJkD-zVbeLyifXrZ8UziMYAw.zoxGJUvUpamVUBfWjURObRK5OReaxKrUQXxHfCMn27E&dibtag=se&qid=1780245986&s=books&xpid=BtZXy3REumMg) !Image 37: A 38x35 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Read & Listen Switch back and forth between reading the Kindle book and listening to Audible audiobook. Add the audiobookfor a reduced price of $5.18 after you get the Kindle book as part of your Kindle Unlimited subscription. ](https://www.amazon.com/hz/audible/mlp?actionCode=AMZOR3890414266326&ref=adblpdpbhve26eft) People who viewed this also viewed 1 of 44 Previous page 1. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DQVQ46YR/ref=adblp13nvvxx0im?encoding=UTF8&plink=xOKmxnoI6JefvPCi&pdrdw=nJTUZ&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=P4N5BYHTGDCGCRNK1JCW&pdrdwg=G84kf&pdrdr=840539e4-8484-4515-bb6b-785c2cfcb638) Crown of Light and Shadows: Courts of Aetheria, Book 1 Crown of Light and Shadows: Courts of Aetheria, Book 1 G.K. DeRosa 4,183 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Audible trial$23.55 2. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DQ2J3LFF/ref=adblp13nvvxx1im?encoding=UTF8&plink=xOKmxnoI6JefvPCi&pdrdw=nJTUZ&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=P4N5BYHTGDCGCRNK1JCW&pdrdwg=G84kf&pdrdr=840539e4-8484-4515-bb6b-785c2cfcb638) Born of Mist and Dragonfire: Embers of Magic Duology, Book One (Songs of Adimos 1)Born of Mist and Dragonfire: Embers of Magic Duology, Book… Ava Thorne 351 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Audible trial$22.48 3. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CS1C5XMS/ref=adblp13nvvxx2im?encoding=UTF8&plink=xOKmxnoI6JefvPCi&pdrdw=nJTUZ&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=P4N5BYHTGDCGCRNK1JCW&pdrdwg=G84kf&pdrdr=840539e4-8484-4515-bb6b-785c2cfcb638) A Kingdom of Frost and Malice: The Winter Court Series, Book 1 A Kingdom of Frost and Malice: The Winter Court Series, Book 1 Ashley McLeo 1,840 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Audible trial$22.57 4. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DNFYHP9L/ref=adblp13nvvxx3im?encoding=UTF8&plink=xOKmxnoI6JefvPCi&pdrdw=nJTUZ&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=P4N5BYHTGDCGCRNK1JCW&pdrdwg=G84kf&pdrdr=840539e4-8484-4515-bb6b-785c2cfcb638) Their Lethal Pet Their Lethal Pet Lexi C. Foss 5,975 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Audible trial$21.62 5. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FZDM7ZC8/ref=adblp13nvvxx4im?encoding=UTF8&plink=xOKmxnoI6JefvPCi&pdrdw=nJTUZ&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=P4N5BYHTGDCGCRNK1JCW&pdrdwg=G84kf&pdrdr=840539e4-8484-4515-bb6b-785c2cfcb638) The King Has Fallen: The Kingdom of the Krow, Book 1 The King Has Fallen: The Kingdom of the Krow, Book 1 Aimee Lynn 795 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Audible trial$22.79 6. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GWFN85JV/ref=adblp13nvvxx5im?encoding=UT
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