The Wicked and the Damned - (Dark Inheritance Trilogy) by Rebecca Robinson (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

In the exhilarating second romantasy novel in Rebecca Robinson's Dark Inheritance Trilogy, a fiery couple forced apart must navigate a deadly maze of politics and power to reunite across a continent at war.

Torn from her husband Reid's arms and dragged back to her homeland in chains, Vaasa is no longer a ruler, but a political pawn. Now under the control of Ozik--a cunning Zetyr witch with a stranglehold on her magic--she faces annulment, forced betrothal, and a kingdom that no longer feels like her own. As Ozik's machinations aim to install himself as the true power behind the Asteryan throne, Vaasa is forced to take part in his game.

Meanwhile, across the continent, Reid is done playing politics. But waging war is never simple, and a soldier's fury cannot stand up against Icruria's bureaucracy. With allies fading and time slipping away, Reid may have no choice but to infiltrate Asterya on his own to find the woman he loves and bring her home.

As Vaasa's magic begins to flare, she desperately seeks control, even if Ozik is the only one who can offer it. She then finds a cryptic final message from her mother about a precious missing necklace might just be the answer to finally freeing her magic from Ozik. Yet when a ghost from Vaasa's past reemerges among the suitors vying for her hand, escape might be within reach--but will it demand a betrayal that real love may not survive?

Review Quotes

'Mysterious magic and a tense political marriage animate Robinson's captivating debut romantasy . . . Robinson embraces the enemies-to-lovers trope, with the slow-burn romance between Reid and Vaasa taking center stage, enhanced by their zippy and effortless banter, and the nail-biting conclusion will leave readers eager for a sequel' ?Publishers Weekly

'With intricate worldbuilding and a unique magic system, Robinson draws readers in and delivers a compelling debut' ?Library Journal

'Weaves violence and witchcraft into a compelling story of finding love, family, and most importantly, oneself. Readers will be clamoring for the next installment in the series, if only to spend more time with their new book boyfriend' ?Booklist


"A fascinating world, intriguing characters, and a romance worth swooning over make this a must-read!" ?C.J. Redwine, New York Times bestselling author of the Ravenspire series

"Magical and fantastic, The Serpent and the Wolf is utterly captivating. One witch is trouble, a coven is a nightmare, and this is impossible to put down!" ?Paige Crutcher, author of The Orphan Witch

"With this dazzling debut, Rebecca Robinson has proven herself not only a master of original, well-crafted world building, but also the delicate art of a spicy slow burn. I could not put this riveting, lush fantasy down, and will be eagerly awaiting the next installment." ?Kate Golden, author of the Sacred Stones Trilogy

About the Author

By day, Rebecca Robinson works as a high school administrator. By night, she's an avid reader, writer, and consumer of all things art. When she's not writing, Rebecca loves to cook, spend time with her husband and son, and lounge in the garden with her husky.