The Ozero Curse Series by Nicolette Elzie

A Curse of Tooth and Claw reimagines the Mexican folktale The Bear Prince. Quirera (Kiki) Xochicale is a Slayer patrolling the border between Ozero, where demons roam the shadows, and the Cicatrix, a mass of darkness, splits the kingdom in two. It's her job to ensure the demons don’t make it past her.When her best friend, Yarixa, goes missing, everyone assumes she's either deserted or been eaten by a demon. But Kiki refuses to believe it... moreA Curse of Tooth and Claw reimagines the Mexican folktale The Bear Prince. Quirera (Kiki) Xochicale is a Slayer patrolling the border between Ozero, where demons roam the shadows, and the Cicatrix, a mass of darkness, splits the kingdom in two. It's her job to ensure the demons don’t make it past her.When her best friend, Yarixa, goes missing, everyone assumes she's either deserted or been eaten by a demon. But Kiki refuses to believe it. Instead, she follows a trail of clues that lead her into the heart of the Cicatrix and finds that nothing is as it seems. less

"A Curse of Blood and Bone" is the heart-pounding second installment in the Ozero Curse series that will leave readers breathless. Nicolette Elzie weaves together themes of female empowerment, love, lust, and grief with masterful precision, creating a story that will grip readers from the very first page.As Kiki's journey takes her deeper into the cursed Ozero Kingdom, the clock is ticking, and the cursed princes are slipping further and further away from their humanity... more"A Curse of Blood and Bone" is the heart-pounding second installment in the Ozero Curse series that will leave readers breathless. Nicolette Elzie weaves together themes of female empowerment, love, lust, and grief with masterful precision, creating a story that will grip readers from the very first page.As Kiki's journey takes her deeper into the cursed Ozero Kingdom, the clock is ticking, and the cursed princes are slipping further and further away from their humanity. But Kiki is not alone in her fight; she battles demons, both real and inner, all while navigating a treacherous terrain filled with danger at every turn.But the most precarious danger may be her own heart, as Kiki must confront her growing feelings for one of the cursed princes. As she uncovers shocking truths about the kingdom and its rulers, Kiki realizes that the fate of the entire kingdom rests on her shoulders, and the stakes have never been higher.Will Kiki be able to break the curse in time, or will the Ozero princes be lost forever, consumed by the darkness that threatens to swallow them whole? Fans of dark fantasy romance will be swept away by this thrilling adventure. Don't miss out on this must-read book that will leave you begging for more. Please note that this book ends on a cliffhanger and is the second book in the series. For a detailed trigger warning list, visit Get to know Nicolette Elzie, the author of Babydoll and a master of grimdark poetry. Follow her on TikTok @authornicoletteelzie and immerse yourself in her love for folklore and dark fantasy. For special bonus content, sign up for Nicolette's www.nicoletteelzie.com/newsletter less

Prepare to be enchanted once more as the Ozero Curse series reaches its climactic finale in "A Curse of Fang and Sword." Nicolette Elzie delivers a captivating tale that will leave you breathless and satisfied. In the heart of the treacherous Cicatrix, Kiki Xochicale faces her most harrowing challenge yet. The curse that grips the Ozero Kingdom tightens its grip, threatening to consume everything she holds dear... morePrepare to be enchanted once more as the Ozero Curse series reaches its climactic finale in "A Curse of Fang and Sword." Nicolette Elzie delivers a captivating tale that will leave you breathless and satisfied. In the heart of the treacherous Cicatrix, Kiki Xochicale faces her most harrowing challenge yet. The curse that grips the Ozero Kingdom tightens its grip, threatening to consume everything she holds dear. Time is running out, and Kiki must race against the ever-encroaching darkness to save the cursed princes and the kingdom they call home. With the weight of the prophecy resting on her shoulders, Kiki discovers that true strength comes not from power, but from the bonds of love, friendship, and sacrifice. As she delves deeper into the rich tapestry of Aztec mythology and the Latin-American-inspired world of Ozero, she unearths secrets that could either break the curse or spell doom for them all. Passions ignite, and loyalties are tested as Kiki must confront her destiny and make choices that will shape the fate of Ozero forever. As alliances form and betrayals lurk in the shadows, Kiki learns that the power to rewrite their future lies in the most unexpected of places. Journey alongside Kiki Xochicale one last time as she faces her deepest fears and embraces her destiny. Fans of dark fantasy romance will be entranced by the epic conclusion to the Ozero Curse series. less