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Heart of Night and Fire

by Nisha J. Tuli

🌶️🌶️mild·spoiler·The Nightfire Quartet #1

Why Read This?

A South Asian mythology-inspired fantasy romance where a young woman with forbidden magic escapes captivity and discovers a glittering world of blood-drinking rakshasas, political intrigue, and a dream connection to the most infuriating man alive.

Synopsis

A city of magic. A passion born in dreams. A secret that will set their world aflame. Packed with enemies-to-lovers tension, heart-pounding action and devastating twists, The Nightfire Quartet is an epic fantasy romance that begins with a slow burn and builds in intensity. For years, Zarya has been trapped in a gilded prison. Her magic is forbidden, a dangerous secret—though nobody will explain why. Now she is ready to break free and find the truth. Escaping to the dazzling city of Dharati, Zarya discovers a new world of enchantment and intrigue. With the help of seductive, blood-drinking rakshasa and magic-weaving Aazheri sorcerers, she searches for answers. But the city is under siege. Every night, dark creatures attack. And since Zarya’s arrival they are growing stronger. To protect her new home, Zarya joins the fight. As she battles on the walls and hunts through libraries for clues about her gifts, Zarya’s dreams are haunted by a mysterious stranger. Powerful, arrogant and handsome, Rabin sees through her secrets and ignites a desire she cannot resist. But can he be trusted? When darkness threatens to overwhelm Dharati, Zarya is faced with a deadly choice. Will revealing her magic save the city? Or destroy everything she loves? Enter a glittering new world inspired by Indian mythology and prepare to discover your new obsession.

At a Glance

3.85 ★ Goodreads
Spice Level🌶️🌶️mild
Endingspoiler
PairingM/F
Romance Pacingslow burn

Top Tropes

enemies to loversslow burnforbidden love

Mood

adventurousmysteriousintensemagicalromantic

Book Details

Goodreads Rating

3.85 ★

Page Count

370 pages

Published

2023

Primary Genre

Fantasy Romance

Pairing

M/F

POV

First Person

Romance Pacing

Slow Burn

Cliffhanger

spoiler

Audiobook

Available

Yes

Format

Single Narrator

Narrator

Shiromi Arserio

Tropes

RomanceMagicActionAngstWorld
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Mood & Vibe

Mood

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Spice Details 🌶️

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violencecaptivitybloodfantasy warfareforbidden magicdemon attacks

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