A hot-headed witch plus a lovable bad-boy demon equals a scorching and hilarious enemies-to-lovers tale from the instant New York Times bestselling author of Sanctuary of the Shadow and My Funny Demon Valentine. Fans of Hannah Nicole Maehrer, Brynne Weaver, and Kimberly Lemming will be enchanted by this latest installment in the spicy paranormal Hell Bent series about demon brothers, curses, and loving even the darkest parts of ourselves.

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They can run from their demons . . .

The jokester of the demon brothers, Meph wears his grin like armor and uses humor as a mask. But lately, his composure has been slipping, especially around her. Iris. The blue-haired witch with a vicious temperament. Something about her soothes the darkness within him . . . but he’s not looking for a savior. There’s no such thing for someone like him.

But they can’t hide forever . . .

Bitter and haunted by her traumatic past, Iris Donovan isn’t keen on welcoming demons into her life—even if they’re her sister’s friends. Especially not teasing, tattooed, Meph, with his red eyes and devilish smile. After a toxic relationship, she’s sworn off commitment, and she’s not looking for another Mr. Damaged. Yet she can’t stop craving what she shouldn’t want.

To conquer this monster . . . they must tame it together.

With the return of a deadly enemy, the pain they’ve been suppressing is exposed, and Meph and Iris can no longer deny their feelings. Before Meph is swallowed by his darkness, Iris must overcome her fears and embrace that terrible part of him . . .

Or lose him forever.

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Aurora Ascher is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of fantasy and paranormal romance novels including Sanctuary of the Shadow and the Hellbent series. She loves misunderstood monsters, redeemable anti-heroes, and epic happily-ever-afters. A woman of many creative pursuits, Aurora is also a professional musician and visual artist. She was born and raised in British Columbia, but now lives in Montreal and can be found online at auroraascher.com.

Praise for Aurora Ascher:

"Holy hot grand piano keys! This one hooked me from the first chapter and didn't let go until the very end. Ash was so sweet and lovable but still had the vibe of a man that would bring you the head of their enemies. Eva was strong and held her own. Combined, these two make for a deliciously devilish romance." ―Kimberly Lemming, USA Today bestselling author of That Time I Got Drunk and Saved a Demon on My Funny Demon Valentine

“My Funny Demon Valentine was a spicy supernatural good time. With endearing characters and humor baked into a fun and unique love story. I’m so excited for the next one!” —Hannah Nicole Maehrer, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of Assistant to the Villain on My Funny Demon Valentine

“This spellbinding and gripping enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance will be the quickest you’ve devoured a book since Fourth Wing.” ―Refinery29, Most Anticipated Books of 2024 on Sanctuary of the Shadow

"Ascher's latest is a fantasy romance that has everything nice—a hot love interest, a relatable main character, female friendship—and plenty of (consensual) spice." ―Booklist on Sanctuary of the Shadow

“With twists and revelations that come at the right times, helped along by dreams and sensuality, Sanctuary of the Shadow is a passionate fantasy novel in which a girl finds her equal in her opposite.” ―Foreword

“Ascher’s worldbuilding is fascinating.” ―Publishers Weekly on Sanctuary of the Shadow