A Crown of Ivy and Glass

A Crown of Ivy and Glass introduces readers to Lady Gemma Ashbourne, a woman who seemingly has it all—youth, beauty, and wealth. Her family, Anointed by the gods, is blessed with extraordinary powers, making them a revered name in high society. However, beneath Gemma's glittering façade lies profound sadness and deep-seated loneliness. She is the only Ashbourne without any magical abilities, a fact that causes her body to react to any magic as if it were poison. Her constant battle with illness and her yearning for love and acceptance only add to her inner turmoil.

Years ago, tragedy struck the Ashbourne family when Gemma's sister, Mara, was sent to the Middlemist to guard against treacherous magic. Their mother abandoned the family, and their father, along with Gemma's eldest sister, Farrin, became embroiled in a deadly blood feud with the enigmatic Bask family. In the midst of this chaos, Gemma often feels forgotten and overlooked by her family.

Enter Talan d'Astier, a devastatingly handsome man whose family was seduced by a demon, leading to their downfall. As the only survivor, Talan is determined to redeem his family's honour. Intrigued and enchanted by his story, Gemma proposes a bargain: she will assist Talan in navigating the treacherous waters of high society if he helps her take revenge on the Basks. Legend has it that a demon known as The Man With the Three-Eyed Crown is the root of the feud between their families. Slaying this demon could end the feud once and for all.

As Gemma and Talan embark on their perilous mission, the attacks on the Middlemist escalate, and their plot against the Basks rapidly spirals out of control. Meanwhile, something immense and terrifying begins to awaken within Gemma, drawing her inexorably toward Talan and igniting an all-consuming passion that has the potential to destroy her—or reveal the true strength of her power at last.

Legrand's lush and sweeping narrative, combined with steamy forbidden romance and intricate world-building, seamlessly weaves a tale that will captivate fans of Bridgerton and A Court of Thorns and Roses. With high stakes, intriguing mythology, and a deeply emotional core, A Crown of Ivy and Glass is a must-read series starter that will leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment.