Bride of Stars and Sacrifice (Cruel Goddess Book 1)

Previously published as Celestl by HR Moore . Two epic romances. Two deadly worlds. A web of terrible secrets. A princess cornered ... Maria must marry Elex the Black Prince of Oshe despite his reputation for brutality and even though she’ll lose the few small freedoms she’s carved out for herself. Elex cares only to end 300 years of war and if that means marrying the unknown First Daughter of an enemy land so be it. To their surprise Maria and Elex discover desire instead of dry duty. With him Maria can have the life of equality she's always longed for; with her Elex has the kind of partner he never thought he’d find. Until their promise of happiness is shattered when Elex’s brother steals Maria for himself. A servant caged ... Ava has one goal: endure the brutal life of a tavern wench while dreaming of a rescue she knows will never come. But then she meets Kush: a handsome wealthy and ruthless assassin―an