In a kingdom where magic means death, surviving the trials isn’t just a goal—it’s everything.
I’ve been cursed since birth: a single touch can kill. Everyone fears me, except Maelor—the dark, enigmatic hunter immune to my curse. But his secret is more dangerous than my touch. He’s a vampire, bound to hunt the cursed like me.
Every year, the god of our realm demands a trial, pitting cursed souls against each other. The prize? Freedom. The price? Death for everyone else. As Maelor and I navigate deadly traps and rival contenders, I can’t tell if he’s my salvation or my downfall.
The clock is ticking, and betrayal lurks everywhere. Will our forbidden bond save me—or destroy us both?
