To Cage a God (These Monstrous Gods, Book 1) By Elizabeth May

For fans of Fourth Wing and Shadow and Bone comes a gripping romantic fantasy set in a dark, Imperial Russia-inspired world. In the first installment of the These Monstrous Gods duology, Galina and Sera wield forbidden power as they navigate a landscape of political revolution and draconic gods.

Their mother's ancient secrets have bound gods to their bones, granting them unparalleled power. Raised to overthrow the empire, the sisters find themselves thrust into leadership roles as their country teeters on the edge of war. With their mother gone, they must lead the rebellion to end the tyrannical reign of a royal family controlled by destructive gods.

Sera reconnects with her former lover, now a violent rebel leader, while Galina infiltrates the palace. Amidst deception and danger, Galina finds an unlikely ally in an isolated princess. However, her own secrets threaten to unravel as desire clashes with duty.

As the ruling alurea invade with fire and blood, Galina must choose between working with her newfound ally to expose the empire's lies or bringing it to its knees. The stakes are high, and the consequences are deadly in a world where common folk suffer at the hands of merciless rulers.

With epic action, romance, and political intrigue, this series opener captivates readers with its richly imagined world and complex characters. From the bestselling author of Fourth Wing, this novel promises a thrilling journey through a world of gods and rebellion, where power comes at a price and love can be a dangerous game.