House of Earth and Blood: The first book in the SENSATIONAL Crescent City series, from the creator of ACOTAR

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas comes the Crescent City series, an addictive fusion of epic fantasy, sizzling romance, and gripping urban mystery. Set in the sprawling metropolis of Lunathion, where humans, fae, angels, and all manner of magical beings coexist in a fragile peace, the story kicks off with the brutal murder that shatters half-fae Bryce Quinlan's world. Two years later, still drowning in grief and partying herself into oblivion, Bryce is forced to team up with the infamous fallen angel Hunt Athalar when the killer strikes again, plunging them both into a high-stakes investigation that peels back the city's glittering surface to reveal a dark underbelly of ancient conspiracies and sleeping horrors.

As the pair race to uncover the truth, their search spans neon-lit nightclubs, warring continents, and the very depths of Hel itself. The Crescent City series masterfully blends Maas's signature world-building with a slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romance, all while exploring profound themes of loss, freedom, and the redemptive power of love. Perfect for fans of adult fantasy romance who crave intricate plots and morally complex characters, this series delivers page-turning suspense and a richly imagined universe where every secret has a price.