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The Glittering Edge

The Glittering Edge, Book 1

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Romeo and Juliet meets The Inheritance Games, in this gothic contemporary fantasy.

The locals of Idlewood whisper of a tragic love story that began a decades long blood feud.

For as long as anyone can remember, the De Luca witches and the wealthy Barrion family have been sworn enemies. Ever since the curse that changed their fates forever. Now, if a Barrion falls in love with you, you’ll die.

But when Penny Emberly’s mother becomes the curse’s latest victim, she must bring together two bitter rivals, Alonso and Corey, in order to save her mum’s life and stop the feud for good.

But as the trio navigates unpredictable magic, the tangled web of their family histories, and complicated attractions, it becomes clear that there’s more than dark secrets at play.

Can Penny find a way of breaking the curse…without losing her heart in the process?

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Critic reviews

With echoes of The Raven Boys, The Glittering Edge is an enchanting and atmospheric debut about small town magic, unlikely friendships and the power of found family. Full of heart, humor and simmering romance; I loved every page (Kat Delacorte)
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YA Urban Fantasy written in the 3rd person follow 3 main characters; Penny, Alonso and Cory. This has a modern Romeo & Juliet vibe, with warring families and forbidden/dangerous love, but is entirely it's own story.
Great Audible narrator. Wonderful to listen to on my morning dog walks. Cannot wait for the next book!

Wonderful YA Urban fantasy

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