Starside

Dragons, gods, and a fierce enemies-to-lovers dynamic ignite the pages of this tantalizing romantasy by Alex Aster. Set in the realm of Starside, where power is not inherited but fiercely claimed, every fifty years the gates open for a perilous competition that could grant unimaginable magic. Aris, driven by a singular pursuit of vengeance, steps into a world where danger lurks in every shadow, and trust is a luxury she can't afford.

As an orphaned blacksmith's apprentice with everything to prove, Aris faces the ruthless Culling, where only the strongest survive. A twisted web of betrayal ensnares her as the enigmatic Harlan Raker, once her enemy, becomes a reluctant ally. With every challenge, Aris risks revealing a dark secret tied to her family's demise, propelling her into a deadly game where not even the gods can shield her from the coming storm.