Smoke and Scar by Gretchen Powell Fox

Smoke and Scar is the first book in Shattered Crown, an epic romantic fantasy series that follows our heroes Elyria and Cedric through deadly trials, dark magic, and shocking betrayals as they attempt to undo the wrongs of the past and heal their broken land.

This slow burn, enemies-to-lovers story is perfect for fans of epic world-building, a diverse cast of characters, elemental magic, tension, and plentiful banter. This book will appeal to fans of plot-heavy, character-driven fantasy with a heavy dose of romance, and authors like Carissa Broadbent, Raven Kennedy, Leigh Bardugo, Penn Cole, and Sarah J. Maas.