Beneath These Cursed Stars - by Lexi Ryan

About the Book

Book Synopsis

#1 New York Times bestselling author Lexi Ryan brings us the first book in a new romantic fantasy set in the enchanting world of These Hollow Vows. When a human princess armed with death's kiss allies with a fae shifter on the run, their mission to assassinate an evil king collides with a fatal prophecy.

Princess Jasalyn has a secret. Armed with an enchanted ring that gives her death's kiss, Jas has been sneaking away from the palace at night to assassinate her enemies.

Shape-shifter Felicity needs a miracle. Fated to kill her magical father, she's been using her unique ability to evade a fatal prophecy.

When rumors of evil king Mordeus's resurrection spread through the shadow court, Jasalyn decides to end him once and for all. Felicity agrees to take the form of the princess, allowing Jas to covertly hunt Mordeus--and starting Felicity on the path that could finally take her home.

While Jasalyn teams up with the charming and handsome Kendrick, Felicity sets out to get closer to the Wild Fae king, Misha. Kendrick helps Jasalyn feel something other than anger for the first time in three years, and Misha makes Felicity wish for a world where she's free to be her true self. Soon, the girls' missions are at risk right alongside their hearts.

The future of the human and fae realms hangs in the balance as fates intertwine. Between perilous tasks, grim secrets, and forbidden romances, Jasalyn and Felicity find that perhaps their stars are the most cursed of all.

Review Quotes

"Ryan powerfully explores the dynamics of relationships, the struggle to be true to oneself, and the importance of being brave enough to open up to others. Banter, romance, and a complex plot line seamlessly come together in the hands of a powerhouse fantasy author." -- Booklist (starred review)

"Takes readers on a journey of intrigue, conspiracy, romance, and healing. The writing is fast-paced, the narrative is engaging, and the characters are dynamic. Thrilling and romantic." -- Kirkus Reviews

"Ryan successfully shares the tribulations of characters, and their inner turmoil between right and wrong (including their romances) drives the narrative." -- School Library Journal

"A highly addictive concoction of romance, magic, and adventure. I just love the way Lexi writes faeries!" -- Ella Fields, Sunday Times bestselling author of Nectar of the Wicked

'It was so much fun to return to the world Lexi Ryan created with These Hollow Vows. Each POV breathed with life, and every one of these characters sucked me in with their vivid backstories and emotions. Beneath These Cursed Stars is full of adventure and romance with twists and turns that I never saw coming. If you loved These Hollow Vows, you can't miss this!' -- Nisha J Tuli, bestselling author of Trial of the Sun Queen