Nightshade Duology — series

Creatures & Beings

Tropes & Themes

How it starts

In the shadowy city of Nightshade, Farryn, a lecturer in ancient religions, finds herself embroiled in a chilling murder investigation tied to her late father's research. Her path crosses with Jericho Van Croix, a mysterious recluse living in a decaying cathedral, embodying everything she's been warned against. As Farryn delves deeper into the secrets of Nightshade, she discovers a forbidden love that could either be her salvation or her doom. ⚠️ Content note: This book contains themes of sexual violence, torture, and other dark elements. First in the Nightshade Duology by Keri Lake.