The Stars Are Dying, Nytefall Trilogy Book 1 By Chloe C. Penaranda

This dark romantic fantasy blends the intrigue of The Serpent and the Wings of Night with the atmospheric tension of Shadow and Bone, set in an epic world inspired by the Greek myths of Astraea. At its heart is Astraea, a young woman haunted by lost memories and trapped under the cruel rule of a tyrannical king. As her fragmented past slips away, she embarks on a perilous quest to reclaim it.

Astraea’s journey takes her to the Libertatem, a dangerous tournament between human lands, where the prize is temporary freedom from the vampires who stalk the night, thirsty for blood and souls. Victory, however, offers only fleeting safety, as Astraea has already made a deadly pact with Nyte, a seductive and dangerous vampire who infiltrates both her dreams and waking life. He promises protection, but Astraea knows better than to trust a creature of the dark—though she’s irresistibly drawn to him.

Torn between her need to win the Libertatem for her people and the growing attraction to Nyte, Astraea faces difficult choices. The true danger, however, may lie within herself, as she must unravel the mysteries of her past and decide what’s more important: freedom, love, or the truth.

The Serpent and the Wings of Night fans will be captivated by this tale of star-crossed romance, deadly bargains, and fierce trials. The stakes are high, the romance intoxicating, and the twists shocking in this immersive world.