Penguin Random House Children's UK Cruel is the Light

THE EPIC AND SIZZLING YA ROMANTASY. SOON TO BE YOUR NEXT OBSESSION . . .THEY SAY LOVE CONQUERS ALL . . . BUT CAN LOVE WIN IN A WAR BETWEEN DEMONS AND EXORCISTS?OR WILL IT JUST TEAR THEM ALL APART . . . ?A brutal war between demons and humanity has raged across Europe for over a century. At its heart are two elite soldiers: Selene Alleva, a powerful exorcist trained at the prestigious Vatican Academy, and foot soldier, Jules Lacroix, unrivalled in battle.When their paths cross, despite initial distrust - then unwelcome attraction - Jules and Selene discover a terrible secret at the heart of the holy Vatican City . . .Soon Jules is forced to question everything he's ever known - including himself. And Selene, unable to ignore her growing feelings for Jules, must make an impossible choice between love and duty.Serpent and Dove meets Empire of the Vampire, with a star-crossed, enemies-to-lovers romance at its heart. Perfect for fans of Powerless, Fourth Wing and Divine Rivals.PRAISE FOR CRUEL IS THE LIGHT: 'Sinister magic, crackling banter, and sizzling tension'Emily Thiede, author of This Vicious Grace 'A masterclass in romantasy . . . Thoroughly scorching'Bea Fitzgerald, bestselling author of Girl, Goddess, Queen'A story of forbidden love with yearning so keen it cut. . . Bound to be your next obsession.'Eliza Chan, bestselling author of Fathomfolk'Drenched with dark magic, woven with complex morals and sprinkled with true love.'Kika Hatzopoulou, bestselling author of Threads That Bind'A powerhouse debut . . . Gripping, vivid and beautifully written'Vanessa Len, bestselling author of Only a Monster