Bound by Shadow and Light

by Blair Reed

Evangeline thought she was just an ordinary girl in a quiet mountain town, spending her days at the bird sanctuary and her nights chasing dreams she couldn’t quite name. But when a dark, impossibly beautiful stranger starts appearing at the edge of her world, everything begins to shift.

Malakai is danger in human form—magnetic, cold, and watching her with eyes that seem to see straight through her soul. He shouldn't exist. And yet, he’s everywhere.

As Evie’s world unravels, secrets rise—about who she really is, what she's capable of, and why Malakai, heir to Hell, is drawn to her like a moth to flame. Their connection is forbidden, intoxicating, and fated.

But Evie is more than anyone imagined. And she was never meant to survive him.

152 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 31, 2025

Reviews

[Michele · Rating 4 out of 5]

This could very easily have been a 5-star read, but the ending just wasn’t right. The story was SO GOOD, and all of a sudden, it just ended, and the main character acted like none of the things in the book ever happened. Like none of it mattered.

[Holli Mattox · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Just a letter. Short. Typed. No return address.”
“She read it again. And again.”

This 5star is very fast paced as it dives in to the instant attraction of Evangeline and Malakai. While Malakai struggles with who he is destined to be, Evie faces her own struggles of “who am I really?”. From fallen angels to archangels, this book has everything that is darkness and light. Be prepared; the cliffhanger is gonna leave you wanting more!

[Roma Scroggins · Rating 5 out of 5]

This I have to say is my favorite book this far of Blair Reed’s. From her cover page to her writing techniques she has phenomenal way of telling a story. This was a fast pace read. I was definitely hooked from page one to the very end . I can’t hardly wait for the next to come. If you have not read her books you are missing out.

[Yesenia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Captivating YA Romantasy!

I couldn't tear my eyes away from this book; it had me totally hooked! The love saga of Evie and Malakai was a rollercoaster of feelings. I was practically on the edge of my seat, rooting for their unconventional love story, hoping for a fairytale ending. The author's gift for weaving such an intense tale is pure magic.

[Juan Infante · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bound by Shadow and Light is a captivating read for fans of romantic fantasy with supernatural stakes. If you enjoy strong heroines, emotional intimacy, and a battle between good and evil that plays out on both a cosmic and personal scale, this one’s for you.

[Kendra Kupihea · Rating 4 out of 5]

"This was fate. Divine. Corrupt. Inevitable."

Bound By Shadow And Light by Author Blair Reed had me absolutely enthralled!

Fast-paced, intricate world-building and simply delectable. Truly captivating.

A tale of forbidden love, intertwined fates, untold power, and the journey of self-discovery - "I was meant for something more. I didn’t know what, or where, but I felt it in my bones."; shared bonds and intense mental and soul connections. From the enticing plot twists to the beautifully drawn characters, this story is a feast for the imagination.

*Note: Short story. Contains a few minor typographical errors. Ends on a cliffhanger.*