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She stole his life.
Now he’ll steal her soul.
When Denara killed Vaelor, the Demon Lord, she believed she’d freed the world from a monster. But when his spirit rises and claims her as payment, she finds herself trapped in a brutal land of demons who would kill her on sight.
To survive, Denara must entrust her life to the demon she murdered and help him find a new body before his soul fades forever. Bound together by necessity, they must navigate a world of deadly spirits, undead armies, and relentless foes.
Vaelor’s constant proximity makes it impossible for Denara to ignore that he may be more than the bloodthirsty monster she believed. His touch brushes against her like ice and his voice lingers in her thoughts, tempting her to surrender to impulses she should resist.
As the line between captor and protector blurs, she discovers that Vaelor's fearsome reputation hides a powerful curse and devastating secrets powerful enough to destroy all they hold dear.
Denara knows better than to give her heart to a demon, but sometimes the only way to break a curse is to love the beast.
Fated to the Demon Lord is a ghostly Beauty and the Beast Retelling set in a Gothic demon world. It is one of nine books in the Fated to the Enemy series, a set of steamy romantasy standalones, brimming with epic adventure, sizzling banter, and angsty yearning between enemies who have no desire to fall in love.
Now he’ll steal her soul.
When Denara killed Vaelor, the Demon Lord, she believed she’d freed the world from a monster. But when his spirit rises and claims her as payment, she finds herself trapped in a brutal land of demons who would kill her on sight.
To survive, Denara must entrust her life to the demon she murdered and help him find a new body before his soul fades forever. Bound together by necessity, they must navigate a world of deadly spirits, undead armies, and relentless foes.
Vaelor’s constant proximity makes it impossible for Denara to ignore that he may be more than the bloodthirsty monster she believed. His touch brushes against her like ice and his voice lingers in her thoughts, tempting her to surrender to impulses she should resist.
As the line between captor and protector blurs, she discovers that Vaelor's fearsome reputation hides a powerful curse and devastating secrets powerful enough to destroy all they hold dear.
Denara knows better than to give her heart to a demon, but sometimes the only way to break a curse is to love the beast.
Fated to the Demon Lord is a ghostly Beauty and the Beast Retelling set in a Gothic demon world. It is one of nine books in the Fated to the Enemy series, a set of steamy romantasy standalones, brimming with epic adventure, sizzling banter, and angsty yearning between enemies who have no desire to fall in love.
- GenresRomance
352 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication September 8, 2026
About the author
J. Ann Curtis
13 books222 followersJ. Ann Curtis is an award-winning author who has been making stories up in her head for as long as she can remember. Her YA Fantasy debut novel, Lies of the Haven, won best YA Fiction in the state of Nevada through the Indie Authors Project.
When she is not writing, she is reading, spending time with her husband and two amazing daughters.
To learn more about J. Ann Curtis and her writing, You can also check out her website at www.jacurtisbooks.com
When she is not writing, she is reading, spending time with her husband and two amazing daughters.
To learn more about J. Ann Curtis and her writing, You can also check out her website at www.jacurtisbooks.com
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Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Fated to the Demon Lord by J. Ann Curtis
Fated to the Demon Lord was such a fun surprise for me. This was my first time reading J. Ann Curtis, and I honestly didn't expect to fly through the book as quickly as I did. The story has that addictive quality where you can pick it up intending to read a few chapters and suddenly realize you've finished the whole thing.
Denara was an absolute joy to follow. She's fearless, stubborn, impulsive, and completely willing to throw herself into situations that would probably make a more sensible person run in the opposite direction. Her attitude and determination made her incredibly entertaining, but I also liked that she wasn't written as some emotionless, invincible heroine. She has vulnerability underneath all that confidence, which made her feel much more real.
Then we have Vaelor, who is definitely not your typical romantic hero. Denara believes she's defeated a terrifying demon lord and saved everyone from a monster, only to discover that killing him wasn't exactly the end of the story. His spirit becomes connected to hers, forcing these two very unwilling people into a situation neither of them would have chosen.
That setup created some fantastic tension.
Denara has every reason to distrust Vaelor, especially considering what she's been told about him and what she believed she had accomplished. Vaelor's reputation paints him as something truly terrifying, but as Denara spends more time with him, those first impressions start falling apart. There are curses, old wounds, secrets, and a much more vulnerable man hiding behind the fearsome Demon Lord everyone knows.
I really enjoyed watching that transformation happen gradually. Their relationship doesn't suddenly jump from enemies to declarations of love. Instead, the forced connection gives them time to understand each other, challenge their assumptions, and slowly develop a level of trust neither expected. The attraction builds naturally alongside that emotional shift, and that made their eventual closeness much more satisfying.
The Beauty and the Beast influence was also a great fit for this story. I liked the idea of taking that familiar dynamic and dropping it into a much darker supernatural setting. Instead of a straightforward monster-and-maiden setup, Denara has to figure out whether the creature she thought she understood is actually the person standing beside her.
The fantasy elements added plenty to the experience as well. Demons, curses, spirits, undead armies, dangerous realms, and an overall gothic atmosphere gave the story a darker edge while still leaving plenty of room for romance and humor. There was always something happening, so the pacing kept me moving through the story rather than getting bogged down in excessive world-building.
What worked especially well for me was the combination of adventure and romance. The danger surrounding Denara and Vaelor gives their relationship extra weight because they aren't falling for each other in a safe, uncomplicated environment. Every step closer comes with consequences, and that makes their chemistry even more interesting.
I also loved the underlying theme of looking beyond the reputation someone has been given. Denara has to question everything she believed about Vaelor, while Vaelor has to let someone see the parts of himself he's kept hidden. Watching those walls come down was easily one of my favorite aspects of the book.
Overall, Fated to the Demon Lord gave me exactly the kind of escapist romantasy I was hoping for without realizing I needed it. Denara is a heroine who can absolutely hold her own, Vaelor has plenty of darkness and depth to uncover, and together they have a relationship packed with tension, reluctant trust, danger, and growing attraction.
For my first J. Ann Curtis book, this was a very enjoyable introduction. If you like gothic fantasy, supernatural romance, Beauty and the Beast retellings, dangerous heroes, strong heroines, forced proximity, and enemies slowly discovering they may have misjudged each other, this one is definitely worth checking out. And after finishing this so quickly, I'm certainly interested in seeing what else J. Ann Curtis has written.
Fated to the Demon Lord was such a fun surprise for me. This was my first time reading J. Ann Curtis, and I honestly didn't expect to fly through the book as quickly as I did. The story has that addictive quality where you can pick it up intending to read a few chapters and suddenly realize you've finished the whole thing.
Denara was an absolute joy to follow. She's fearless, stubborn, impulsive, and completely willing to throw herself into situations that would probably make a more sensible person run in the opposite direction. Her attitude and determination made her incredibly entertaining, but I also liked that she wasn't written as some emotionless, invincible heroine. She has vulnerability underneath all that confidence, which made her feel much more real.
Then we have Vaelor, who is definitely not your typical romantic hero. Denara believes she's defeated a terrifying demon lord and saved everyone from a monster, only to discover that killing him wasn't exactly the end of the story. His spirit becomes connected to hers, forcing these two very unwilling people into a situation neither of them would have chosen.
That setup created some fantastic tension.
Denara has every reason to distrust Vaelor, especially considering what she's been told about him and what she believed she had accomplished. Vaelor's reputation paints him as something truly terrifying, but as Denara spends more time with him, those first impressions start falling apart. There are curses, old wounds, secrets, and a much more vulnerable man hiding behind the fearsome Demon Lord everyone knows.
I really enjoyed watching that transformation happen gradually. Their relationship doesn't suddenly jump from enemies to declarations of love. Instead, the forced connection gives them time to understand each other, challenge their assumptions, and slowly develop a level of trust neither expected. The attraction builds naturally alongside that emotional shift, and that made their eventual closeness much more satisfying.
The Beauty and the Beast influence was also a great fit for this story. I liked the idea of taking that familiar dynamic and dropping it into a much darker supernatural setting. Instead of a straightforward monster-and-maiden setup, Denara has to figure out whether the creature she thought she understood is actually the person standing beside her.
The fantasy elements added plenty to the experience as well. Demons, curses, spirits, undead armies, dangerous realms, and an overall gothic atmosphere gave the story a darker edge while still leaving plenty of room for romance and humor. There was always something happening, so the pacing kept me moving through the story rather than getting bogged down in excessive world-building.
What worked especially well for me was the combination of adventure and romance. The danger surrounding Denara and Vaelor gives their relationship extra weight because they aren't falling for each other in a safe, uncomplicated environment. Every step closer comes with consequences, and that makes their chemistry even more interesting.
I also loved the underlying theme of looking beyond the reputation someone has been given. Denara has to question everything she believed about Vaelor, while Vaelor has to let someone see the parts of himself he's kept hidden. Watching those walls come down was easily one of my favorite aspects of the book.
Overall, Fated to the Demon Lord gave me exactly the kind of escapist romantasy I was hoping for without realizing I needed it. Denara is a heroine who can absolutely hold her own, Vaelor has plenty of darkness and depth to uncover, and together they have a relationship packed with tension, reluctant trust, danger, and growing attraction.
For my first J. Ann Curtis book, this was a very enjoyable introduction. If you like gothic fantasy, supernatural romance, Beauty and the Beast retellings, dangerous heroes, strong heroines, forced proximity, and enemies slowly discovering they may have misjudged each other, this one is definitely worth checking out. And after finishing this so quickly, I'm certainly interested in seeing what else J. Ann Curtis has written.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you, NetGalley and the publisher, for approving this ARC request in exchange for an honest review!
Y'all better get prepared for a fast ride with this book. The plot, subplots, and relationships move quickly. Personally, the pacing and drama level feel like a step above a 'Beauty and the Beast' fan-fiction. This is one of those books I would recommend reading just as a vibe and not expect to get too deep into it. Luckily, that mentality does make this a quick read and more enjoyable too!
The FMC isn't one of my favorites for a majority of the book. A big part of that comes from this constant reminder that she is a weak human. We keep getting this idea that she's weak, defenseless, and doubts herself throughout the book until the ending. I wish I could have seen her confident more consistently throughout the whole story.
I can't help but feel that the MMC is written better than the FMC. He's got the big traumatic back story, the redemption arc for the demon image the FMC carries, and has his life literally caught in the balance of living & death. He's patient, forgiving, protective, and a quick thinker (often saving her butt).
As for the romance aspect of this book, it's borderline an insta-love story. There's an obvious quick lust attraction that turns into all-encompassing devotion. There's not a whole lot of depth to them, which makes the eventual coupling feel awkward the few times (3?) it happens. Sometimes I think the idea of mates gets used as an easy out for relationship building.
The other side characters were decent placeholders that helped move the story along. The plotline with the FMC's mother didn't really feel necessary, but I can appreciate closure. The other side plotline with finding the brother felt rushed, but hey, conflict resolution all around!
Overall, it's a decent read and decent standalone story. If you're interested in paranormal demons, fast relationships, and interesting methods of poisoning, then give this one a shot.
Y'all better get prepared for a fast ride with this book. The plot, subplots, and relationships move quickly. Personally, the pacing and drama level feel like a step above a 'Beauty and the Beast' fan-fiction. This is one of those books I would recommend reading just as a vibe and not expect to get too deep into it. Luckily, that mentality does make this a quick read and more enjoyable too!
The FMC isn't one of my favorites for a majority of the book. A big part of that comes from this constant reminder that she is a weak human. We keep getting this idea that she's weak, defenseless, and doubts herself throughout the book until the ending. I wish I could have seen her confident more consistently throughout the whole story.
I can't help but feel that the MMC is written better than the FMC. He's got the big traumatic back story, the redemption arc for the demon image the FMC carries, and has his life literally caught in the balance of living & death. He's patient, forgiving, protective, and a quick thinker (often saving her butt).
As for the romance aspect of this book, it's borderline an insta-love story. There's an obvious quick lust attraction that turns into all-encompassing devotion. There's not a whole lot of depth to them, which makes the eventual coupling feel awkward the few times (3?) it happens. Sometimes I think the idea of mates gets used as an easy out for relationship building.
The other side characters were decent placeholders that helped move the story along. The plotline with the FMC's mother didn't really feel necessary, but I can appreciate closure. The other side plotline with finding the brother felt rushed, but hey, conflict resolution all around!
Overall, it's a decent read and decent standalone story. If you're interested in paranormal demons, fast relationships, and interesting methods of poisoning, then give this one a shot.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
🖤👹 Fated to the Demon Lord by J. Ann Curtis 👹🖤
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you so much to Elmae Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC!
Okay, you had me at Beauty and the Beast. 😂❤️ I LOVE a good Beauty and the Beast retelling, so when I saw demons, curses, gothic vibes, and enemies-to-lovers, I was immediately interested.
And this one surprised me in the best way! I picked it up and basically devoured it in a day. It was such an easy, addictive read.
Denara was SO much fun. She’s bold, chaotic, stubborn, and completely badass. The fact that her answer to a demon army is basically “fine, I’ll kill them all myself” had me laughing. 😂
Then there’s Vaelor. 👀
Denara thinks she killed the Demon Lord and saved the world, only to discover his spirit is now bound to her. And of course, the terrifying monster she thought she knew turns out to have curses, secrets, pain, and vulnerability hiding underneath that reputation.
That was my favorite part—the way their relationship slowly shifts from enemies and distrust to attraction and something deeper. It gave me the exact Beauty and the Beast energy I was hoping for without feeling like a carbon copy.
Add in demons, ghosts, undead armies, forbidden attraction, danger, and gothic fantasy, and I was SOLD.
This was my first J. Ann Curtis book, but it definitely won't be my last. If you love Beauty and the Beast as much as I do and want a darker romantasy spin on it, you need this one on your TBR. 🖤🥀
Beauty and the Beast + demon lord + enemies-to-lovers = YES PLEASE. 👹❤️
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you so much to Elmae Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC!
Okay, you had me at Beauty and the Beast. 😂❤️ I LOVE a good Beauty and the Beast retelling, so when I saw demons, curses, gothic vibes, and enemies-to-lovers, I was immediately interested.
And this one surprised me in the best way! I picked it up and basically devoured it in a day. It was such an easy, addictive read.
Denara was SO much fun. She’s bold, chaotic, stubborn, and completely badass. The fact that her answer to a demon army is basically “fine, I’ll kill them all myself” had me laughing. 😂
Then there’s Vaelor. 👀
Denara thinks she killed the Demon Lord and saved the world, only to discover his spirit is now bound to her. And of course, the terrifying monster she thought she knew turns out to have curses, secrets, pain, and vulnerability hiding underneath that reputation.
That was my favorite part—the way their relationship slowly shifts from enemies and distrust to attraction and something deeper. It gave me the exact Beauty and the Beast energy I was hoping for without feeling like a carbon copy.
Add in demons, ghosts, undead armies, forbidden attraction, danger, and gothic fantasy, and I was SOLD.
This was my first J. Ann Curtis book, but it definitely won't be my last. If you love Beauty and the Beast as much as I do and want a darker romantasy spin on it, you need this one on your TBR. 🖤🥀
Beauty and the Beast + demon lord + enemies-to-lovers = YES PLEASE. 👹❤️
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
ARC Review — Fated to the Demon Lord
⭐ 4.25
Fated to the Demon Lord surprised me in the best way. It was my first J. Ann Curtis book and I tore through it in a single day, it’s one of those stories that’s just incredibly easy to sink into.
Denara instantly clicked with me. She’s bold, chaotic in the best way, and absolutely unstoppable. The whole “I’ll just take down an entire demon army” moment? Iconic. I loved following her because she feels capable without losing her humanity, and that balance made her fun to read.
And then there’s Vaelor. Denara thinks she’s killed a monster and saved the world, only to find out his spirit is now tied to hers. That forced connection creates such a good tension, not rushed, not overdone, just that slow shift. Vaelor’s reputation, when he was alive, is all doom and terror, but the more Denara sees him, the more you realise there’s pain, curses, and vulnerability underneath. Watching them move from distrust to something warmer was honestly my favourite part.
Overall, this book gave me exactly what I wanted: a fast read, a strong heroine, a demon lord with layers, and a romance that grows in a way that feels earned. Denara and Vaelor together were just genuinely enjoyable, and I’m definitely curious to read more from Curtis after this.
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August 22, 2026ARC Review
Rating: 4.5
I went into this expecting a quick bedtime read and ended up completely glued to the pages until the very end. The pacing is effortless, and the story just pulls you right in.
It hits every single trope I love: dark gothic vibes, a fresh take on the Beauty and the Beast dynamic, ancient curses, and an enemies-to-lovers arc with genuine friction.
Denara is an absolute standout. She’s stubborn, deliciously chaotic, and unapologetically fierce. Her casual “fine, I’ll just take down the entire demon army myself” energy had me grinning, but she never feels like an untouchable trope—she’s grounded, sharp, and easy to root for.
Then there’s Vaelor. The setup where she believes she defeated the terrifying Demon Lord, only to end up soul-bound to his lingering spirit, creates such great built-in tension. Beneath the fearsome reputation lies a layered, cursed, and surprisingly vulnerable character with real depth.
Watching their dynamic shift from sheer hostility and suspicion into something earned, intense, and deeply protective was easily the highlight.
A solid 4.5 stars for great banter, top-tier chemistry, and an addictive dark fantasy atmosphere. I’ll definitely be keeping an eye out for more from J. Ann Curtis.🥰
Rating: 4.5
I went into this expecting a quick bedtime read and ended up completely glued to the pages until the very end. The pacing is effortless, and the story just pulls you right in.
It hits every single trope I love: dark gothic vibes, a fresh take on the Beauty and the Beast dynamic, ancient curses, and an enemies-to-lovers arc with genuine friction.
Denara is an absolute standout. She’s stubborn, deliciously chaotic, and unapologetically fierce. Her casual “fine, I’ll just take down the entire demon army myself” energy had me grinning, but she never feels like an untouchable trope—she’s grounded, sharp, and easy to root for.
Then there’s Vaelor. The setup where she believes she defeated the terrifying Demon Lord, only to end up soul-bound to his lingering spirit, creates such great built-in tension. Beneath the fearsome reputation lies a layered, cursed, and surprisingly vulnerable character with real depth.
Watching their dynamic shift from sheer hostility and suspicion into something earned, intense, and deeply protective was easily the highlight.
A solid 4.5 stars for great banter, top-tier chemistry, and an addictive dark fantasy atmosphere. I’ll definitely be keeping an eye out for more from J. Ann Curtis.🥰
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC!
Fated mates will forever be my kryptonite, and then you throw in a Beauty and the Beast retelling? I couldn’t be happier. This was such an easy book to get completely sucked into, and I thoroughly enjoyed the slow burn from enemies to lovers.
I also loved that our Beast was never truly a Beast. He was always a good guy—or rather, a “good” demon—and I was HERE FOR IT. Vaelor was easily my favorite, and that ability to soul split?! DIABOLICAL. I was squealing in the absolute best way.
Denara was rightfully distrustful of basically everyone and everything, so I really enjoyed watching her character grow and slowly learn who she could trust. Her journey felt earned, and I loved seeing her walls come down throughout the story.
Honestly, I knew exactly what I wanted from this book based solely on the title, and it delivered. Fated mates? Check. Beauty and the Beast vibes? Check. Enemies to lovers? Check. A demon who is somehow both terrifying and ridiculously lovable? DOUBLE CHECK.
Basically, it gave me exactly what I came for, and I had a fantastic time reading it.
Fated mates will forever be my kryptonite, and then you throw in a Beauty and the Beast retelling? I couldn’t be happier. This was such an easy book to get completely sucked into, and I thoroughly enjoyed the slow burn from enemies to lovers.
I also loved that our Beast was never truly a Beast. He was always a good guy—or rather, a “good” demon—and I was HERE FOR IT. Vaelor was easily my favorite, and that ability to soul split?! DIABOLICAL. I was squealing in the absolute best way.
Denara was rightfully distrustful of basically everyone and everything, so I really enjoyed watching her character grow and slowly learn who she could trust. Her journey felt earned, and I loved seeing her walls come down throughout the story.
Honestly, I knew exactly what I wanted from this book based solely on the title, and it delivered. Fated mates? Check. Beauty and the Beast vibes? Check. Enemies to lovers? Check. A demon who is somehow both terrifying and ridiculously lovable? DOUBLE CHECK.
Basically, it gave me exactly what I came for, and I had a fantastic time reading it.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Thank you to the publisher for an ARC of this book (received via NetGalley).
This was my first J. Ann Curtis book, and it certainly did not disappoint! It was one of those ones where I promised myself ‘just one more chapter…’ and yet couldn’t seem to put it down.
The story follows Denara, who is a breath of fresh air. She’s fearless, stubborn, and fiercely protective of those she loves. She’ll do anything to protect her loved ones and her fellow humans, even if it means killing a whole demon army.
Enter Vaelor, the titular Demon Lord. Now a ghost, he needs help from the very woman who killed him before time runs out for him to claim a new body. If he fails, his spirit fades forever. The two have every reason to distrust each other – given his ruthless reputation and the fact that Denara actually murdered him – but find themselves growing closer and closer as they work to find Vaelor’s new body.
And let me tell you: the tension is *immaculate.* And not just the romantic tension between Vaelor and Denara, either. Throughout the books, secrets from Denara’s past come up to surprise her and she is finally able to become her true self.
The pacing is excellent, making this an easy-to-devour page-turner. An excellent, breezy romantasy that I would highly recommend. I look forward to reading more of the author’s work in the future!
This was my first J. Ann Curtis book, and it certainly did not disappoint! It was one of those ones where I promised myself ‘just one more chapter…’ and yet couldn’t seem to put it down.
The story follows Denara, who is a breath of fresh air. She’s fearless, stubborn, and fiercely protective of those she loves. She’ll do anything to protect her loved ones and her fellow humans, even if it means killing a whole demon army.
Enter Vaelor, the titular Demon Lord. Now a ghost, he needs help from the very woman who killed him before time runs out for him to claim a new body. If he fails, his spirit fades forever. The two have every reason to distrust each other – given his ruthless reputation and the fact that Denara actually murdered him – but find themselves growing closer and closer as they work to find Vaelor’s new body.
And let me tell you: the tension is *immaculate.* And not just the romantic tension between Vaelor and Denara, either. Throughout the books, secrets from Denara’s past come up to surprise her and she is finally able to become her true self.
The pacing is excellent, making this an easy-to-devour page-turner. An excellent, breezy romantasy that I would highly recommend. I look forward to reading more of the author’s work in the future!
August 20, 2026
Fated to the Demon Lord isn’t set in a gothic demon world with curses, undead armies, and an enemies to lovers romance that made this such an entertaining read! I especially loved the Beauty and the Beast retelling aspect and the way their relationship shifted from captor and captive into something much more complicated 🤭
Denara and Vaelor had such a fun dynamic, especially with the whole she literally killed him and now has to help him find a new body situation 😆 Their relationship had so much tension and I loved watching Denara slowly realize that Vaelor might not be the monster she thought he was.
Tropes: 😈 Demon Lord MMC ✨ Fated mates 🖤 Enemies to lovers 🥀 Beauty & the Beast retelling ⛓️ Forced proximity ⚔️ Captor/protector 🩸 Curses & dark magic
⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5
Pub Date: September 8, 2026
Thank you to the author (J. Ann Curtis) & Netgalley for the ARC. All opinions are my own!
Denara and Vaelor had such a fun dynamic, especially with the whole she literally killed him and now has to help him find a new body situation 😆 Their relationship had so much tension and I loved watching Denara slowly realize that Vaelor might not be the monster she thought he was.
Tropes: 😈 Demon Lord MMC ✨ Fated mates 🖤 Enemies to lovers 🥀 Beauty & the Beast retelling ⛓️ Forced proximity ⚔️ Captor/protector 🩸 Curses & dark magic
⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5
Pub Date: September 8, 2026
Thank you to the author (J. Ann Curtis) & Netgalley for the ARC. All opinions are my own!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
ARC review - Fated to the Demon Lord
I really enjoyed Fated to the Demon Lord! Denara and Vaelor had such a fun dynamic, especially with the enemies-to-lovers tension between them. Their banter and constant push and pull kept me invested, and I loved watching their relationship slowly evolve.
Vaelor was definitely my favorite. He has that intimidating, dangerous Demon Lord energy, but there’s so much more to him beneath the surface, which made him surprisingly easy to fall for.
I also really enjoyed the gothic atmosphere and the ghostly/demonic elements. It was a fun Beauty and the Beast-inspired romantasy with plenty of tension, mystery, and adventure.
This was a book that was a great read, and not an easy one to put down! I cannot wait to read more from the author.
I really enjoyed Fated to the Demon Lord! Denara and Vaelor had such a fun dynamic, especially with the enemies-to-lovers tension between them. Their banter and constant push and pull kept me invested, and I loved watching their relationship slowly evolve.
Vaelor was definitely my favorite. He has that intimidating, dangerous Demon Lord energy, but there’s so much more to him beneath the surface, which made him surprisingly easy to fall for.
I also really enjoyed the gothic atmosphere and the ghostly/demonic elements. It was a fun Beauty and the Beast-inspired romantasy with plenty of tension, mystery, and adventure.
This was a book that was a great read, and not an easy one to put down! I cannot wait to read more from the author.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This is the first book by J. Ann Curtis that I read, and I will definitely be reading more! Once I started this, I could not put it down. It hooked me in the beginning and kept me wondering throughout the whole book! I absolutely loved this book and the relationship between Vaelor and Denara!
I love a good romance with a demon in it, and I love a good fated mates romance! What I wasn't expecting was how Curtis kills said demon and how their relationship would develop throughout the book.
I think this quote from the book sums it up pretty well: "Girl kills demon. Demon comes back from the dead, and claims said demon...Then the demon falls desperately in love with the girl. They break a curse. And finally, they have to win a deadly tournament to take control of an undead army."
I love a good romance with a demon in it, and I love a good fated mates romance! What I wasn't expecting was how Curtis kills said demon and how their relationship would develop throughout the book.
I think this quote from the book sums it up pretty well: "Girl kills demon. Demon comes back from the dead, and claims said demon...Then the demon falls desperately in love with the girl. They break a curse. And finally, they have to win a deadly tournament to take control of an undead army."
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This was such a fun beauty and the beast retelling! It was dark, atmospheric, and so creative. I knew I was hooked when we started the book off with a good ole fashioned mass food poisoning ploy lol. This book had such an intense slowburn tension that I loved amidst the grim world building in the demon world. It did drag a tad in the middle for me just because it took a bit to breakdown their spiritual connection and the intricacies of that. But the ending was such high stakes and a rush against time, I couldn't put it down!
August 21, 2026
Thanks you Elmae Publishing, J. Ann Curtis, and Netgalley for the ARC!
Badass FMC x enemies to loves x fated mates x deadly trials. What more could you want out of a romantasy? If you enjoyed ACOTAR this will be the perfect read for you. Denara is such a great FMC who balances her bravery and her own trauma and doubts in such an amazing way.
I personally would not be mad if this stand alone turned into a duology to continue the story post epilogue. Five star romantasy read for me! Can't wait to pick up my next read by J. Ann Curtis!
Badass FMC x enemies to loves x fated mates x deadly trials. What more could you want out of a romantasy? If you enjoyed ACOTAR this will be the perfect read for you. Denara is such a great FMC who balances her bravery and her own trauma and doubts in such an amazing way.
I personally would not be mad if this stand alone turned into a duology to continue the story post epilogue. Five star romantasy read for me! Can't wait to pick up my next read by J. Ann Curtis!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I thoroughly enjoyed this book never read anything from this author before but I could not put this down I love the fl she is a bit of everything brave and courageous yet can be very vunrable loved the story
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