Heartless Villains by Marion Blackwood — book slip

The war between the dark mages has been settled, and a new power hierarchy is in place. However, the people of Eldar are determined to reclaim their hero, mustering the whole city for battle.

Meanwhile, Lance's friends race to reclaim an artifact that could tip the scales against the dark mages. Audrey and Callan must reach the item first, but the road is fraught with danger and secrets that could turn their world upside down.

As they navigate their mission, they must learn to trust each other despite their past betrayals and bloodshed.

For fans of dark romance with morally grey characters and intense enemies-to-lovers dynamics.