The Faerie Guild Trials (Earth and Shadows) by Gem L Preston

The Faerie Guild Trials is the first book in a complete bestselling romantasy duology, followed by Games of the Faerie Queen. If you love morally grey women, dirty-talking cinnamon roll heroes, fae court politics, shadow magic, and jaw-dropping plot twists, this dark romantasy will consume you. Efia Mathonwy, the last Nüwch, is thrust into the treacherous trials of the Seelie and Unseelie courts, wielding the rare power to control shadows. As she faces ruthless foes and navigates the cutthroat faerie politics, Efia discovers an unexpected ally in Ansel, a mysterious fae with secrets of his own. In a contest where every decision could be her last, Efia's journey unfolds in a dance of danger and intrigue. Shadows cling to her every move, revealing hidden dangers whilst unlocking the secrets of her family. As the realm teeters on the edge of chaos, Efia must choose her path wisely. Will she conquer the trials and emerge triumphant, or will the enemies that surround her become her undoing? In a world where survival is a deadly game, alliances will crumble, and the realms destiny hangs in the balance. Read more