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Divine Rivals

An enchanting tale of love amidst divine chaos

Rebecca Ross author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers

Published:13th Apr '23

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This captivating enemies-to-lovers fantasy novel explores hope and heartbreak as Iris and Roman navigate their complex relationship amidst a war between gods.

In Divine Rivals, readers are introduced to eighteen-year-old Iris, a passionate writer with dreams of making a significant impact through her words. Set against the backdrop of a raging war between gods, Iris has secured a coveted position at the Oath Gazette, where she hopes to find her voice. However, her personal life is in turmoil; her brother is missing in action, and her mother is struggling with addiction. Each night, Iris pours her emotions into letters addressed to her brother, believing they will never reach him.

The narrative takes an intriguing turn when Iris's letters inadvertently fall into the hands of her rival, Roman Kitt. Known for his cold demeanor, Roman surprises Iris by responding anonymously. What begins as a correspondence filled with tension and rivalry soon evolves into a deeper magical connection, challenging their perceptions of each other and the world around them. As their bond strengthens, they must navigate the complexities of their feelings amidst the chaos of war.

Divine Rivals beautifully blends themes of hope, heartbreak, and the transformative power of love. With rich world-building and complex characters, this enemies-to-lovers tale captivates readers, illustrating that no god, creature, or war can truly come between those destined to be together. As Iris and Roman's story unfolds, they discover that love may indeed conquer all, even in the face of unimaginable odds.

“Rich and romantic – if stories had scent, this one would smell like a mug of black tea, the ink ribbons of a typewriter, and that addictive spice called enemies to lovers’
Shelby Mahurin, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author
of SERPENT & DOVE

‘A sweeping start to a beautiful and romantic new series. Ross weaves her stories in such a vulnerable and delicate way, truly with a style all her own. I adored this book’
Adalyn Grace, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of BELLADONNA

ISBN: 9780008588151

Dimensions: 240mm x 159mm x 38mm

Weight: 620g

368 pages