Shadows of Aurelia Series by Avalon Griffin

Transported to another world, tempted by a dangerous passion. Selene has never been one to make a fuss. She doesn’t mind it when the barista gets her order wrong, someone cuts her off in traffic, or she has to drop everything to mediate her family’s latest crisis. But when she goes through a portal to the matriarchal dimension of Aurelia, she discovers that being nice doesn’t always pay... moreTransported to another world, tempted by a dangerous passion. Selene has never been one to make a fuss. She doesn’t mind it when the barista gets her order wrong, someone cuts her off in traffic, or she has to drop everything to mediate her family’s latest crisis. But when she goes through a portal to the matriarchal dimension of Aurelia, she discovers that being nice doesn’t always pay. Especially when she meets a demon whose smoldering gaze makes her wonder why she ever craved a life so ordinary. Samael is a vengeance demon with a drive to punish wrongs. Kidnapped from the Underworld and brought to Aurelia as a boy, his demonic tendencies make him an outcast in a realm he can’t escape. When he becomes Selene’s guardian on a quest for a stone that could send her home, he plots to sacrifice her and steal it for himself. But as they travel together, their attraction grows. Until one day, they each must choose between finding escape and surrendering to temptation. •••Praise for Unbound by Shadows•••. “This paranormal romance will have readers on the edge of their seats and blushing into their cornflakes. ”. –Early reviewer. “Unbound by Shadows is a paranormal romp that delivers a thoughtfully-crafted world, a quest-like adventure, and a steamy, high intensity romance. ”. –Early reviewer. “The romance that develops between Selene and Samael, though intense, demonstrates true understanding of a healthy partnership: trust, respect, care, support, and accountability. ”. –Early Reviewer. “Though this demon-human relationship may not be traditional, it’s a romance I was rooting for from start to finish. ”. –Early reviewer. “I usually avoid narratives with demons in them as they tend to feature content which I find problematic, but the author of Unbound by Shadows did an excellent job of crafting an engaging story in an intriguing world filled with interesting characters and tons of healthy relationship content, all of which made my heart sing. ”. –Early reviewer. less

Samael and Selene’s journey continues into the sinister depths of the Underworld, where Sam’s search for redemption becomes a battle between duty and desire. When Selene left her dull life in the human world to be with her demon mate, she was determined to thrive on her own terms. As a recovering people-pleaser, Selene was ready to build a life with Samael in the realm of Aurelia, free from the expectations of others... moreSamael and Selene’s journey continues into the sinister depths of the Underworld, where Sam’s search for redemption becomes a battle between duty and desire. When Selene left her dull life in the human world to be with her demon mate, she was determined to thrive on her own terms. As a recovering people-pleaser, Selene was ready to build a life with Samael in the realm of Aurelia, free from the expectations of others. Yet, she soon realizes that being the fated mate of a demon comes with more than passion, as a trip to the Underworld forces her to question everything she knows about herself… and her abilities. After decades of loneliness, Samael is ready to heal from his traumatic past. With Selene at his side, he is certain that a reunion with his parents in the Underworld will bring only joy and closure. Although his birthright as prince carries responsibilities, he’s not interested in the web of dark politics that permeate his father’s royal court. But untangling himself from the ambitions of his parents proves more difficult than he thought, especially when they want to strip him of all that he gained in Aurelia—including Selene. Sam and Selene defied the odds to be together, but can they stay true to themselves in a realm of chaos? Bridging the gap between what was and what’s to come, this story races toward a breathtaking cliffhanger that will change everything. less