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Reap & Sow
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Expected 6 Oct 26A young woman bargains with a demon to save her brothers, only to lose her heart in this slow-burn romantasy about dark magic, unlikely love, and the imperfect beauty of mortality.
The penniless in Blackbridge have only two choices: sell the body or sell the soul. And thanks to Eda Shaw, business is booming.
Indentured to a capricious demon known as Mr. Night, Eda and her brothers arrange illicit Pacts on his behalf, luring the city’s most desperate into trading years of their lives for their deepest desires. When a Pact goes awry and her brothers are arrested, Eda realizes she’ll need an infernal ally of her own: Kit’rath, a demon with a curious penchant for humanity, an infuriating wit, and is the only being in Blackbridge Mr. Night seems to fear. As they race to rescue her family and save the city from ruin, an undeniable connection sparks between mortal and demon.
But Kit’s help doesn’t come cheap. Now, Eda risks losing her heart to the one who claims her years—and saving herself may prove the steepest cost of all.
Rich with gothic atmosphere, sharp wit, and simmering romantic tension, Reap & Sow is a fantasy debut perfect for fans of Rachel Gillig, Hannah Whitten, and Heather Fawcett.
The penniless in Blackbridge have only two choices: sell the body or sell the soul. And thanks to Eda Shaw, business is booming.
Indentured to a capricious demon known as Mr. Night, Eda and her brothers arrange illicit Pacts on his behalf, luring the city’s most desperate into trading years of their lives for their deepest desires. When a Pact goes awry and her brothers are arrested, Eda realizes she’ll need an infernal ally of her own: Kit’rath, a demon with a curious penchant for humanity, an infuriating wit, and is the only being in Blackbridge Mr. Night seems to fear. As they race to rescue her family and save the city from ruin, an undeniable connection sparks between mortal and demon.
But Kit’s help doesn’t come cheap. Now, Eda risks losing her heart to the one who claims her years—and saving herself may prove the steepest cost of all.
Rich with gothic atmosphere, sharp wit, and simmering romantic tension, Reap & Sow is a fantasy debut perfect for fans of Rachel Gillig, Hannah Whitten, and Heather Fawcett.
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Expected publication October 6, 2026
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About the author
Charlotte B. Plumb
1 book12 followersCharlotte B. Plumb is a fantasy author living in the UK with her husband, cat, and slightly mad dog. She believes books are the closest anyone can get to real magic, and when she isn't daydreaming about fictional characters, she's at her laptop writing them—if the cat isn’t already sitting on it.
Her debut novel, REAP & SOW, is coming Oct 2026.
Her debut novel, REAP & SOW, is coming Oct 2026.
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November 17, 2025
Official blurb to come but I LOVED this. Propulsive and twisty and with an absolutely delicious love interest - you’re all not ready!!
March 2, 2026
Some stories flirt with darkness. This one signs a contract in blood and asks you to read the fine print.
From the very first chapter, we’re dropped into the gothic gloom with Eda—desperate, determined, and just reckless enough to consider that making a pact with a demon might be a reasonable life choice. She needs to save her two brothers. The stakes? High. The atmosphere? Deliciously shadowed. The moral compass? Slightly… negotiable.
It’s an opening that hooks you by the collar and whispers, “Trust me, darling…” before vanishing into the mist. And yes—you’ll absolutely want more after that first chapter.
Eda’s journey is laced with witches, demons, long-buried truths, and the kind of found family that blooms in the most unexpected (and probably cursed) places. There’s something deeply satisfying about watching her forge new friendships while unravelling secrets that may cost her more than she bargained for. Because really—can you have it all? Salvation, love, power… and no consequences?
Let’s talk about the MMC. Because oh, we must.
He arrives wrapped in shadow and sarcasm, delivering dry, razor-sharp humour that had me laughing out loud more than once. The banter? Immaculate. Effortless. The kind that crackles on the page. And his persistent use of “Darling”? Absolutely swoon-worthy. It’s the verbal equivalent of a gloved hand tipped under your chin—charming, dangerous, and just a little bit mocking.
But make no mistake: in a story about demons, the devil is always in the details.
The magic system hints at rules, loopholes, and the fine print of infernal bargains. You can’t help but read carefully, searching for the catch. Because there is one. There’s always one. The tension doesn’t just come from looming threats—it comes from the creeping suspicion that someone, somewhere, hasn’t read the contract closely enough.
This book revels in its gothic setting: shadowed corridors, whispered truths, morally grey choices, and the intoxicating pull of power at a price. It balances humour with darkness beautifully, allowing moments of levity to slice through the gloom without ever undercutting the stakes.
So the question lingers long after you turn the page:
If you were offered everything you ever wanted… would you check the details?
A wickedly fun, banter-filled, demon-infused tale that proves once again—trusting a devil is easy.
Understanding him? That’s the tricky part.
From the very first chapter, we’re dropped into the gothic gloom with Eda—desperate, determined, and just reckless enough to consider that making a pact with a demon might be a reasonable life choice. She needs to save her two brothers. The stakes? High. The atmosphere? Deliciously shadowed. The moral compass? Slightly… negotiable.
It’s an opening that hooks you by the collar and whispers, “Trust me, darling…” before vanishing into the mist. And yes—you’ll absolutely want more after that first chapter.
Eda’s journey is laced with witches, demons, long-buried truths, and the kind of found family that blooms in the most unexpected (and probably cursed) places. There’s something deeply satisfying about watching her forge new friendships while unravelling secrets that may cost her more than she bargained for. Because really—can you have it all? Salvation, love, power… and no consequences?
Let’s talk about the MMC. Because oh, we must.
He arrives wrapped in shadow and sarcasm, delivering dry, razor-sharp humour that had me laughing out loud more than once. The banter? Immaculate. Effortless. The kind that crackles on the page. And his persistent use of “Darling”? Absolutely swoon-worthy. It’s the verbal equivalent of a gloved hand tipped under your chin—charming, dangerous, and just a little bit mocking.
But make no mistake: in a story about demons, the devil is always in the details.
The magic system hints at rules, loopholes, and the fine print of infernal bargains. You can’t help but read carefully, searching for the catch. Because there is one. There’s always one. The tension doesn’t just come from looming threats—it comes from the creeping suspicion that someone, somewhere, hasn’t read the contract closely enough.
This book revels in its gothic setting: shadowed corridors, whispered truths, morally grey choices, and the intoxicating pull of power at a price. It balances humour with darkness beautifully, allowing moments of levity to slice through the gloom without ever undercutting the stakes.
So the question lingers long after you turn the page:
If you were offered everything you ever wanted… would you check the details?
A wickedly fun, banter-filled, demon-infused tale that proves once again—trusting a devil is easy.
Understanding him? That’s the tricky part.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
4.5 stars! What a wonderful, clever and swoon-worthy Romantasy debut.
The setting and characters are gothic and this is perfect for an autumnal release, the baddies are layered and complex, our FMC is smart but also fallible and our MMC is very morally grey with a wicked mouth. I read a lot of Romantasy and this had me kicking my feet.
What I also love about this as well, is it’s right in the edge of young adult so there is spice but it’s well done and you have to wait for it as well! A very delicious book if you are thinking of dipping your toe into Romantasy with winged magical creatures and different worlds.
The setting and characters are gothic and this is perfect for an autumnal release, the baddies are layered and complex, our FMC is smart but also fallible and our MMC is very morally grey with a wicked mouth. I read a lot of Romantasy and this had me kicking my feet.
What I also love about this as well, is it’s right in the edge of young adult so there is spice but it’s well done and you have to wait for it as well! A very delicious book if you are thinking of dipping your toe into Romantasy with winged magical creatures and different worlds.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
What a fab read!
The vibes were immaculate, the writing was lovely, the cheekiness of the MMC is so so good, the world building was fresh, the various side characters were well-rounded, and I enjoyed the pacing of this story.
While this might be labelled as a romantasy, I feel this book is more a gothic (fairy?) tale with a dash of demons and magic. The story and characters are layered, multi-dimensional, flawed, and it was a joy to spend time in this world.
I cannot wait for everyone to enjoy this book!
Thank you to the author and Penguin Random House / House of YA for an ARC of this book!
(The cover is GORGEOUS!)
Read for a reading retreat with Boutique Book Breaks.
The vibes were immaculate, the writing was lovely, the cheekiness of the MMC is so so good, the world building was fresh, the various side characters were well-rounded, and I enjoyed the pacing of this story.
While this might be labelled as a romantasy, I feel this book is more a gothic (fairy?) tale with a dash of demons and magic. The story and characters are layered, multi-dimensional, flawed, and it was a joy to spend time in this world.
I cannot wait for everyone to enjoy this book!
Thank you to the author and Penguin Random House / House of YA for an ARC of this book!
(The cover is GORGEOUS!)
Read for a reading retreat with Boutique Book Breaks.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This girl deserves everything this book brings her in the future! Congratulations Plumb! I loved the book and feel honoured that I was one of the first to read it before it become one of the biggest reads in 2026! 🥰💕
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February 26, 2026You're giggling? The demon has gutted someone and been devastatingly romantic in the same paragraph and you're giggling?
Please Charlotte... write more romance I'm begging u
(Disclaimer I work for PRH but not in book production!)
Please Charlotte... write more romance I'm begging u
(Disclaimer I work for PRH but not in book production!)
October 16, 2025
Y’all are in for such a treat with this book. I’m absolutely bias because Charlotte is a good friend of mine and such a talented and kind person. 🤍
October 17, 2025
I was lucky enough to be among R&S's first readers...and you're all in for a RIDE. Can't wait for this stunning debut to be out in the world! 😍
Review of advance copy received from Author
Oh y'all are going to eat this one up when it comes out. Very fun and so enchanting.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Full of sharp wit and luscious worldbuilding, REAP & SOW sparkles with dark wonder and potent yearning. I absolutely adored this debut!
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