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The Ash Trials

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The Ash Trials

By: E. V. Woods
Narrated by: Grace Gray
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Summary
A young witch must join forces with the boy she once loved in the magical Ash Trials to earn sanctuary for both their feuding families—or risk losing their magic forever. A bewitching romantic fantasy perfect for fans of Lightlark and Powerless.

Iris Montparsson and her two sisters are the only surviving members of their great witch coven, and they’re running out of magic. Their altar—the center of their power—has stopped refilling, and Witch Hunters are closing in. The Montparssons must resort to the unthinkable: joining forces with their enemy, the Landevilles, to enter the annual Ash Trials.

The Ash Trials take place at Gallows House, a glittering and opulent mansion that only appears once a year, on Halo’swen. Winning brings sanctuary; defeat brings death. But allying with the enemy means Iris will have to partner with August Landeville . . . the boy she once foolishly fell in love with.

Their new alliance is tentative—and for Iris, the thought of working with August seems impossible when her heartbreak never truly healed. But what is heartbreak when winning the Ash Trials is her only hope of survival for herself, and all she loves?
Science Fiction & Fantasy

Critic Reviews

"E. V. Woods has conjured a spellbinding tale filled with heart-pounding action, unsettling mysteries, and delicious forbidden romance." —Amy Leow, author of The Scarlet Throne

"Romeo and Juliet with a dark, magical edge. Between the captivating romance, inventive magic system, and breathtaking action, this book cast its spell over me." —Amy McCaw, author of Mina and the Undead

"Featuring rival witch covens, magical mansions, and a second-chance romance that sent my heart fluttering.” —Alyssa Villaire, #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of The Glittering Edge

"Utterly bewitching, this book is brimming with mystery, danger, and magic." —Elle Tesch, author of The Hanging Bones and What Wakes the Bells

"An enthralling conjuration of forbidden romance and high-stakes adventure, where a young witch will risk everything—even her dearest love—to save her coven from destruction." —Lyndall Clipstone, critically acclaimed author of Tenderly, I Am Devoured

"A classic and thrilling witchcraft story. With spellbinding, dangerous trials and a forced-alliance pairing, it is a perfect choice for anyone looking for more magical Hunger Games. Iris and August are a romance for the centuries." —Emma Hinds, author of Witchlore

"The blend of magical adventure and cozy romantic tension comes together satisfyingly....Bewitching and atmospheric." —Kirkus Reviews

"The combination of magical intrigue, emotional stakes, and fast-paced action make this an enjoyable adventure. Readers who loved the dramatic romance and dangerous competitions of The Selection and The Hunger Games will appreciate this engaging blend of witches and romance." —Booklist
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