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The Mortal Trials
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Expected 14 Jul 26A new dark and spicy epic romantasy debut, perfect for fans of Shield of Sparrows and Rose in Chains.
Forced to partake in the deadly Mortal Trials, Lirah must keep a cool head, or she'll lose it. But the heart often has a way of complicating things...
Every decade, thirteen mortals are chosen to compete in the Mortal Trials for the ultimate prize: immortality. But those who fail, die. For Lirah, survival is vital.
When Lirah is ripped from her bed in the middle of the night, she finds herself in the foreign land of the elven. Forced to participate in a series of challenges which will threaten her every survival instinct, Lirah’s been advised to guard her life, but with brooding instructor Kilian Valhan guiding her through the challenges, she should have been warned to shield her heart. Linked for the duration of the Trials, simply ignoring Kilian is not an option. He’s everywhere she goes. Even worse – he’s in her head. But as the Trials force Lirah and Kilian closer, it becomes harder to resist the undeniable chemistry sparking between them.
As Lirah competes for her life, she questions the motives behind the Mortal Trials – why is no mortal allowed to volunteer for the Trials, and why has there only been a single survivor in seven decades? The Gods are stirring and the truth surrounding the missing Goddess of War will challenge everything Lirah thought she knew about who – and what – she truly is.
An addictive and enthralling adventure for anyone who loves an enemies-to-lovers romantasy with high stakes and plenty of thrills!
Forced to partake in the deadly Mortal Trials, Lirah must keep a cool head, or she'll lose it. But the heart often has a way of complicating things...
Every decade, thirteen mortals are chosen to compete in the Mortal Trials for the ultimate prize: immortality. But those who fail, die. For Lirah, survival is vital.
When Lirah is ripped from her bed in the middle of the night, she finds herself in the foreign land of the elven. Forced to participate in a series of challenges which will threaten her every survival instinct, Lirah’s been advised to guard her life, but with brooding instructor Kilian Valhan guiding her through the challenges, she should have been warned to shield her heart. Linked for the duration of the Trials, simply ignoring Kilian is not an option. He’s everywhere she goes. Even worse – he’s in her head. But as the Trials force Lirah and Kilian closer, it becomes harder to resist the undeniable chemistry sparking between them.
As Lirah competes for her life, she questions the motives behind the Mortal Trials – why is no mortal allowed to volunteer for the Trials, and why has there only been a single survivor in seven decades? The Gods are stirring and the truth surrounding the missing Goddess of War will challenge everything Lirah thought she knew about who – and what – she truly is.
An addictive and enthralling adventure for anyone who loves an enemies-to-lovers romantasy with high stakes and plenty of thrills!
- GenresFantasy
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Expected publication July 14, 2026
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November 11, 2025
I can’t begin to express how this book fundamentally changed my life. Get ready for an epic story
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Had the chance to read this in advance and I couldn't have been happier! The whole world the story takes place in is so inspiring and magical, but doesn't miss on being dark and mysterious as well. Loved how the stakes felt real every step of the story and you really care about the characters (especially the romance >:)) Awesome plotwists as well, didn't see anything coming, I was basically blind. Highly recommend.
November 7, 2025
I had the chance to read an early copy of this book and when I say the world isn't ready!!! Insta buy from me. Megan is such a talent.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This was so much fun! Breakneck pace, cinematic action scenes, friendships you believe in! Excited to read the sequel when it comes out!
January 8, 2026
This book is literally EVERYTHING TO ME!!! I was so honored to read an early copy. If you're a romantasy fan, this is a MUST READ.
Official Blurb:
“Unputdownable! THE MORTAL TRIALS enchants you with a sharp, insatiable magic that refuses to let go. I was enthralled until the final, brutal twist. Megan Shunmugam creates a stellar high-stakes world with impossible tasks and underdog characters you can't help but root for—with a romance so sizzling you'll be begging the gods for more. Watch out mortals, romantasy has found a new elven queen." - Grace Morrow, author of We Become Darkness
Official Blurb:
“Unputdownable! THE MORTAL TRIALS enchants you with a sharp, insatiable magic that refuses to let go. I was enthralled until the final, brutal twist. Megan Shunmugam creates a stellar high-stakes world with impossible tasks and underdog characters you can't help but root for—with a romance so sizzling you'll be begging the gods for more. Watch out mortals, romantasy has found a new elven queen." - Grace Morrow, author of We Become Darkness
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