The Tide-Kissed Bargain: A Slow-Burn Romantasy of Memory Magic, Forbidden Love, and Storms by Avery Quinn

What if every spell you cast erased someone you loved? Queen Vesper commands storms powerful enough to sink fleets and protect an entire kingdom. But her magic demands an impossible price: every time she calls the sea and lightning to her will, a cherished memory disappears forever. When a catastrophic storm steals even her own name, Vesper awakens in the care of Soren—a smuggler burdened by dangerous secrets, crushing debts, and every reason to betray her. Yet instead of becoming enemies, they are forced into an uneasy alliance that will carry them across haunted seas, forgotten kingdoms, and ancient ruins where a legendary relic may restore what she has lost. But powerful enemies are closing in. A ruthless queen will stop at nothing to claim Vesper's magic. Ancient bargains refuse to stay buried. And every new storm threatens to erase another piece of the woman Soren is beginning to love. As forgotten memories rise from the depths and devastating truths come to light, Vesper must choose between the limitless power to save her kingdom and the memories that make her who she truly is. Read more

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