The Wolf and the Crown of Blood
- pages
- 464
- January
- 2026
A rage-filled heroine faces off against a cursed prince in this gothic paranormal romance. Blood magic, betrayal, and enemies-to-lovers tension fuel their dangerous connection. Political intrigue and dark passion intertwine across the story.
What is The Wolf and the Crown of Blood about?
In Vartena, royal blood is the currency of peace. Every monarch is sacrificed and resurrected to appease the gods, and Bryony Devaliant was born to die, again and again. When rebellion stirs, the god-king sends his deadliest weapon to restore order: an immortal assassin known only as the Wolf. Evander has perfected killing over centuries, until his latest target becomes the one person he cannot destroy.
May pitches this as Beauty and the Beast meets Eros and Psyche, and the gothic fairytale bones show. A princess and a war-weary god meet in the ashes of a broken city, forge a pact in blood, and fall into a forbidden pull that threatens the boundary between gods and mortals.
For readers 18 and older
The Wolf and the Crown of Blood is rated heat 4. The highlights and the content warnings can describe explicit scenes, so they stay out of view until you confirm your age.
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Where it sits in the series
Book one of the Broken Accords series, published January 2026. First in a new dark romantasy series, so the wider story continues past this volume.
The Wolf and the Crown of Blood: FAQ
How spicy is The Wolf and the Crown of Blood?
The Wolf and the Crown of Blood is rated 4 out of 5 on our heat scale, which we call very spicy. The Spice Guide explains what each level means. Spice Guide
Is The Wolf and the Crown of Blood a standalone?
As far as our catalogue shows, yes. The Wolf and the Crown of Blood by Elizabeth May is not part of a series, so you can start here.
What are the content warnings for The Wolf and the Crown of Blood?
The content warnings for this heat 4 book can mention explicit scenes.
How long is The Wolf and the Crown of Blood?
The Wolf and the Crown of Blood is 464 pages. At an average pace that is roughly 10 hours of reading.
When was The Wolf and the Crown of Blood published?
The Wolf and the Crown of Blood was first published on January 20, 2026.
Is The Wolf and the Crown of Blood OK for teens?
No, it is written for adults. At 4 out of 5 it has explicit scenes on the page.
What should I read after The Wolf and the Crown of Blood?
If you liked it, try A Cage of Crimson, A Crown This Cold and Heavy or A Dawn of Onyx. They share the tropes that make The Wolf and the Crown of Blood work. A Cage of Crimson, A Crown This Cold and Heavy, A Dawn of Onyx
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