Mortal Trials

Description: A new dark and spicy epic romantasy debut, perfect for fans of Shield of Sparrows and Rose in Chains.

Every decade, thirteen humans from the Isles of Tarlor are forced to compete in a series of challenges called the Mortal Trials. Hosted by the elven, each one is more dangerous than the last. If you lose, you're dead. But winning means immortality and everlasting glory - a feat only ever accomplished by one person.

Mistaken for someone else, Lirah is thrust into a foreign land to compete for her life. Survival won't be easy, but she's paired with a powerful mentor, Kilian Valhan, who is tasked with guiding her through the Trials.

Everything about Kilian is infuriating. He is brooding, intimidating and purposefully provoking. Even then, Lirah cannot deny the flame of attraction that burns bright between them.

The gods are stirring, and dark secrets will draw Lirah into the underbelly of elven conspiracy. And though enduring the Trials might tempt death, falling in love will prove fatal.

Review Quotes: "Unputdownable! The Mortal Trials enchants you with a sharp, insatiable magic that refuses to let go."
- Grace Morrow, author of We Become Darkness

"a spellbinding, high-stakes fantasy world with a smoldering, tension-filled romance that will have readers on the edge of their seats."
- Taylor Epperson, author of Second Time's a Charm

"Rife with the best sort of physical and emotional sparring and an electrifying romance you can't help but root for, this is a captivating debut and a journey I'll be sure to keep following."
- Shalini Abeysekara, #1 Sunday Times Bestselling author of This Monster of Mine

"A fast-paced adventure that will thrill romantasy fans!"
- Rachael A. Edwards, author of the Threads of Fate duology

"it's everything romantasy readers want."
- Nicole Platania, author of the Curse of Ophelia saga

"The Mortal Trials is a thrilling, romantic, and sexy adventure. A must-read for every romantasy lover."
- Shameez Patel Papathanasiou, author of The Last Feather

"High stakes, non-stop action, and a dash of romance, The Mortal Trials takes a familiar fantasy concept and twists it in an unexpected way!"
- Maria V. Snyder, New York Times bestselling author of Poison Study

"An outstanding debut from an author I can't wait to read more from!"
- Kalie Reid, author of The Sacred Space Between

"Shunmugam has crafted a magical debut that left me wanting book two immediately."
- Kelsie Sheridan Gonzalez, author of The Gods Time Forgot

"A gripping tale of resilience, determination and friendship in the face of despair."
- Hazel McBride, Sunday Times Bestselling author of A Fate Forged in Fire