<h3>When Phillip failed to break Aurora's curse, Hades whisked her away to his kingdom...</h3><p><br></p><p><strong style="color: rgba(15, 17, 17, 1)">A princess with a secret and a cursed kingdom to save.</strong></p><p><span style="color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1)">A deadly sickness has ravaged Princess Aurora's kingdom, killing her parents and leaving the land cursed. To save her people, she must journey to the perilous Netherworld and beseech aid from Prince Hades, sinister ruler of the Realm of Death. No one has ever escaped his shadowy domain. </span></p><p><span style="color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1)">Trapped on Hades' island, Aurora must outwit the dangerous prince to lift the curse. </span></p><p><em style="color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1)">But the greatest risk she faces isn't entrapment</em><span style="color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1)">-</span><em style="color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1)">it's losing her heart to Death himself.</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="color: rgba(15, 17, 17, 1)">A broken prince striving to risk it all in the name of true love.</strong></p><p><span style="color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1)">When Aurora broke Prince Phillip's heart, he vowed never to set foot in her kingdom. But Phillip's return is vital as the threat of war arises in the Kingdom of Stonewall.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1)">Upon his arrival, chaos ensues. A dark god has kidnapped Aurora and whisked her away to the Netherworld. Phillip will need his Captain's help, as they plunge into the Realm of Death on a journey riddled with dangers-the worst of which is facing Prince Hades, fearsome ruler of the Netherworld.</span></p><p><em style="color: rgba(33, 37, 41, 1)">Will Phillip's valiant heart be enough to win Aurora back from the clutches of Death?</em></p><p><br></p><p><em>Steel and Stone is the second book in the Cursed Kingdom series, packed with old gods, valiant heroes, and morally grey heroines. If you like Enemies to Lovers, Hades and Persephone's mythos, and twisted fairytales, you'll LOVE Steel and Stone!</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>** This is a dark and steamy Sleeping Beauty retelling featuring morally grey heroes. This is an enemies-to-lovers and fated-mates story suitable for 18+. Steel and Stone is the second book in the Cursed Kingdoms series and the story will continue through future books. **</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="color: rgba(15, 17, 17, 1)">Books in this series include:</strong></p><p><strong>Ash and Snow</strong></p><p><strong>Steel and Stone</strong></p><p><strong>Cinders and Blood</strong></p><p><strong>Fur and Thorns</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><span></span>What readers are saying about Ash and Snow, Book 1 in the Cursed Kingdoms series:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>"I loved this book! I'm so sad it's over. A gripping tale from the start, this was a fantastic twist on Snow White. You'll find lots of daring adventure, friendship, and romance. There's even some overlap and mention of familiar characters from other fairytales! Luckily this is the first book in the series and more will come!"</p><p><strong>Bookbub Reviewer</strong></p><p><br></p><p>"This was a true roller-coaster ride of emotions for me. One minute your down then you're up. It has drama, intrigue, sexual tension, and some giggles and even though it does have a HEA, it's bittersweet.</p><p><strong style="color: rgba(15, 17, 17, 1)">Bookbub Reviewer</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgba(15, 17, 17, 1)">"I really enjoyed this book. One of the things I always look for is well-developed characters and I felt that these characters had depth and personality. I liked their interactions and they felt real. The story was interesting and believable. It made me want more. I can't wait for the next book in the series!"</span></p><p><strong>Goodreads Reviewer</strong></p><p><br></p>