Introducing your new favorite romantasy characters

The Graveborn Series is a Supernatural X Buffy-coded contemporary fantasy romance with demons, demon hunters, and graveyards as portals to the multiverse.

🪦THE STRANGE HOUR (out now!)

🖤slow burn romance

🖤 mentor/mentee relationship

🖤 found family

🖤portals

🖤magic academy

🖤spooky season vibes

🖤forced proximity

💀THE BOOK OF SHADOWS (out now!)

🩶I’ll find you in every world

🩶love triangle

🩶portals

🩶 magical objects

🩶 adventure/quest

🩶 she saves him

🩶 one bed

For fans of THE MORTAL INSTRUMENTS X NINTH HOUSE

“Unputdownable.”

“What. A. Ride!”

📚Books available from Amazon, KU, The Crafty Bookstore (shop small!) and most major online retailers.

#lemon8bookclub

4/20 Edited to

... Read moreIf you love deeply immersive worlds where supernatural elements blend seamlessly with romance and adventure, The Graveborn Series offers an enchanting experience. The setting in Gravesville, North Carolina, serves as the perfect backdrop—a small town overshadowed by an unusual number of spirits, where graveyards act as gateways to other realms. What I found particularly compelling about this series is how it balances intense mystical themes with relatable emotional journeys. For example, the mentor/mentee relationship adds layers of depth beyond typical romance tropes, giving the characters room to grow and learn from one another organically. One aspect I truly appreciated was the exploration of 'found family,' a recurring theme that resonates in many contemporary fantasies but feels fresh here due to the unique context of demon hunters and magical academies. The slow burn romance keeps the tension high and makes the payoff incredibly satisfying. Characters like the 26-year-old black cat chosen one and the 29-year-old demon hunter mentor not only defy stereotypes but bring a lot of heart and fire to the story. The inclusion of forced proximity and portals adds intriguing plot mechanics that keep you hooked. For anyone fascinated by series like The Mortal Instruments or Ninth House, this collection’s supernatural elements combined with relatable character dynamics will undoubtedly captivate you. The adventurous quests and magical objects create a sense of urgency and excitement that complements the emotional stakes beautifully. If you enjoy narratives where the heroine is strong and proactive—like 'she saves him'—this series hits that mark perfectly. Moreover, reading these books during spooky season amplifies the atmosphere, making it an ideal choice for fans who love that eerie, magical vibe. Whether you’re a fan of romance, fantasy, or a blend of both, The Graveborn Series offers a rich tapestry of storylines and character development that’s hard to put down. I recommend grabbing your copies from Amazon, Kindle Unlimited, or supporting indie bookstores like The Crafty Bookstore to delve into this unique romantasy universe.

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