City of Gods and Monsters

SKU: 9781405988803
City of Gods and Monsters

City of Gods and Monsters

SKU: 9781405988803
Author: Kayla Edwards
Paperback·Ages 18+·Romantasy
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At a glance

💀 Tone
Dark, romantic, gritty
⚡ Pace
Medium, immersive
🖤 Vibes
Supernatural city, danger, forbidden attraction
👑 Themes
Power, survival, love, identity
🧠 Mind Game
Emotional, addictive
🔥 Hook
In a city ruled by monsters, trusting the wrong person could cost her everything.
👀 Perfect For
Fans of Sarah J. Maas, dark urban romantasy
📖 Readers Who’ll Love This
Readers who crave protective antiheroes, slow-burn tension, and high-stakes romance in gritty supernatural worlds (medium spice)

City of Gods and Monsters by Kayla Edwards – A Dark Urban Fantasy Romance Filled with Magic, Mystery, and Slow-Burn Tension

Enter the dangerous supernatural world of City of Gods and Monsters by Kayla Edwards, the thrilling first book in the bestselling House of Devils series. Blending urban fantasy, romance, action, and mystery, this addictive romantasy introduces readers to a city where humans live alongside vampires, witches, werewolves, and deadly supernatural hunters.

Loren Calla has always been ordinary—a human trying to survive in Angelthene, a city ruled by powerful supernatural beings. But when she narrowly escapes abduction and one of her closest friends is taken in her place, Loren is thrust into a dangerous world she never knew existed. Determined to uncover the truth and save her friend, she finds herself forced into an uneasy alliance with Darien Cassel, one of the most feared and powerful Darkslayers in the city.

As Loren and Darien investigate the mysterious forces targeting her, they uncover hidden conspiracies, ancient secrets, and threats far more dangerous than either of them expected. While danger closes in from every side, an intense slow-burn connection begins to develop between them—one complicated by trust issues, hidden motives, and the deadly world they inhabit.

Packed with immersive world-building, supernatural intrigue, found family dynamics, and unforgettable romantic tension, City of Gods and Monsters delivers a gripping blend of urban fantasy and romance that has become a favourite among BookTok and romantasy readers. Perfect for fans of Crescent City, Sarah J. Maas, and Cassandra Clare, this is an unputdownable adventure filled with magic, danger, and heart.

Why you'll love this book:

  • A dark urban fantasy with rich supernatural world-building

  • Slow-burn romance with intense chemistry

  • Strong heroine and protective, morally grey hero

  • Vampires, witches, werewolves, demons, and magical intrigue

  • Found family, mystery, and high-stakes adventure

  • Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Cassandra Clare, and Carissa Broadbent

Author: Kayla Edwards
Series: House of Devils
Genre: Urban Fantasy, Fantasy Romance, Paranormal Romance, Romantasy
Themes: Magic, Found Family, Slow-Burn Romance, Supernatural Creatures, Mystery, Survival, Loyalty, Hidden Powers

Perfect for readers who enjoy:

  • Urban fantasy romance

  • Dark romantasy novels

  • Morally grey heroes

  • Supernatural worlds filled with danger and intrigue

  • Character-driven fantasy adventures

  • BookTok fantasy and romance favourites

Book details

Format
Paperback
Reading age
18+
Pages
760
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Published
20 November 2025
Language
English
ISBN
9781405988803

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