by Tracy Deonn
First published 2022
Brimming with dark magic and fierce loyalties, "Bloodmarked" plunges readers into a world on the brink of war. Seraphina, a young woman marked by an ancient power, is thrust into a deadly conflict between two factions vying for control. Torn between her role as a Lucent - a prophesied savior - and her desire for a normal life, Seraphina must navigate a treacherous landscape of betrayal and sacrifice. As the battle lines are drawn, she must decide the fate of her people and confront the true nature of her own abilities. With high-stakes action and a captivating emotional core, this gripping fantasy tale explores the price of power and the strength of found family.
Genres: fantasy, young-adult, dark-fantasy, epic-fantasy, young-adult-fantasy, fantasy-romance
Vibes: atmospheric, dark, emotional, suspenseful
Tropes: chosen-one, enemies-to-lovers
608 pages · Paperback · Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Content warnings: death, violence