Out of Embers and Shadows by Shelby Oval Sweet

Out of Embers and Shadows

Shelby Oval · 2024

The Shadowfire Series · Book 1

War. Betrayal. And a bargain that could change it all.

In a world where the clash between rival nations ignites the flames of war, Lora finds herself thrust into a whirlwind of unexpected alliances and dangerous secrets. Forged with a singular purpose, she was meant to be the weapon that brings down the Shades' greatest foes, the war-mongering Drakes.

But fate has other plans when Lora is captured by the very enemy she was trained to destroy. Desperate to escape, Lora is offered a bitter bargain: aid her enemies in their quest, and in return, she'll be granted freedom from the relentless grip of war.

Lora must navigate the murky waters of trust and betrayal, where the boundaries between friend and foe blur with each passing moment.

If you've already sacrificed everything, what else is there to lose?

Dive into a realm brimming with magic, dragons, and unexpected twists in Out of Embers and Shadows. Perfect for fans of thrilling adventures like Throne of Glass and The Bridge Kingdom, this epic fantasy will whisk you away on a journey of bravery, betrayal, and the enduring power of friendship. This tale includes an enemies-to-lovers romance, an endearing found family, LGBT representation, a battle of good versus evil, a journey of self discovery, and so much more.

Join Lora as she embarks on a journey that will test her courage, challenge her beliefs, and ultimately define her fate. Prepare to be spellbound from the very first page!

romantasy epic
Spice Level: 🌶 🌶 🌶 🌶 🌶 Sweet
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Who Is This Book For?

If you love romantasy with found family, touch him and die, female friendships, you prefer a clean or sweet romance without explicit scenes, then Out of Embers and Shadows by Shelby Oval is the book for you. It's the first book in the The Shadowfire Series series, so it's the perfect place to start.

Content Warnings

This book contains themes of: mention of genocide, hints of sexual assualt, and physical assault/combat.

These warnings are provided to help readers make informed choices about what they read. They may contain mild spoilers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Out of Embers and Shadows spicy?

Out of Embers and Shadows by Shelby Oval has a spice level of 2/5 (sweet — mild romance, closed door).

What order should I read the The Shadowfire Series series?

Out of Embers and Shadows is Book 1 in the The Shadowfire Series series by Shelby Oval. We recommend reading the series in order for the best experience.

What tropes are in Out of Embers and Shadows?

Out of Embers and Shadows features these tropes: found family, touch him and die, female friendships, morally ambiguous FMC, LGBTQ+ rep, enemies to lovers, slow burn, plot twists, cliffhanger, war, grief, betrayal.

What genre is Out of Embers and Shadows?

Out of Embers and Shadows by Shelby Oval is a Romantasy novel.

Does Out of Embers and Shadows have any content warnings?

Yes. Out of Embers and Shadows contains themes of: mention of genocide, hints of sexual assualt, and physical assault/combat. These warnings are provided to help readers make informed choices.

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