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Steelborn

(2026)
(The first book in the Steelborn Saga series)
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Don't miss out on the stunning limited edition first print run!Featuring a reverse jacket illustration, illustrated endpapers and a foiled board design.

Enter a world ruled by tyrants and thieves, where magic is outlawed, revolution brews, desire is dangerous, and an impossible cure may prove deadlier than the curse.Never run. Never bow. Never die.

Reya Connery became the Crimson Dagger, the most notorious thief in Rhiterra, by following a strict set of rules. One: There is no honour among thieves. Two: A good blade is key to any negotiation. Three: Only the dead keep secrets. And Reya has a secret that must be kept at all costs. But when a heist goes wrong on the eve of paying off her debt to a ruthless crime lord, Reya may need a new set of rules. And a lot of coin. Fast.

Enter Caelan Halcyon, an immortal warrior whose magic makes him a valuable target – if the curse inching closer to his heart doesn’t kill him first. There’s just one person who might be desperate enough to try and get their hands on the fabled cure in time to save his life, someone whose legend claims they can steal anything: the Crimson Dagger. A male of honour, Caelan loathes everything the beautiful, cocky thief represents, yet knows that Reya is his last hope for survival.

Their search takes them to the edge of the known world, where Reya discovers that there is far more at stake than her and Caelan’s own lives. Now, Reya must confront deadly foes, her growing attraction to the immortal who is as lethal as his jawline is perfect, and the rage she’s spent a lifetime trying to bury. This time, her daggers aren''t going to cut it, and the fate of all magic-born hangs in the balance.

Introducing an epic, slow burn enemies-to-lovers romantasy novel about a heroine forged in steel and rage, and the cursed immortal who might turn out to be as much her salvation as she is his, perfect for fans of Danielle L. Jensen and Callie Hart.


Genre: Paranormal Romance

Praise for this book

"Absolutely riveting from the first page, Steelborn is an epic debut brimming with romance and pulse-pounding action-you'll be desperate for the next installment." - Alexandra Bracken

"A deliciously action-packed debut that's sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. Filled with razor-sharp battles, magical intrigue, and a simmering romance, Steelborn is a standout from page one." - Adalyn Grace

"With danger lurking on every page, monsters (and monstrous humans), and an irresistible enemies-to-lovers romance, Steelborn is unputdownable. Brutal in the best possible way." - Rachel Griffin

"From its addictive opening pages to an ending that left me desperate for more, Steelborn delivered everything I hoped for, and twists I never expected. Unforgettable characters, a rich and immersive world of magic and danger, and an adventure that simply doesn't stop. What a debut!" - Amie Kaufman

"LaRue perfectly threads the needle between swoon-worthy romance and crisply delicious storytelling, crafting a tale that has quite literally invaded my dreams." - Greta Kelly

"Fans of Rowan and Rhys, prepare to salivate for Caelan, your newest book boyfriend." - M J Kuhn

"Once I started reading Taylor J. LaRue's Steelborn, I couldn't put it down. A dazzlingly romantic story, rich with lore and adventure. I need more!" - Claire Legrand

"Pirates, thieves, and blacksmiths? What more could a fantasy reader want? LaRue has not only penned an impressive debut full of my favorite tropes, but written characters I can't stop thinking about." - Tricia Levenseller

"Immersive, vibrant, and sensual." - K A Linde

"A heart-pounding adventure full of wild magic and danger, LaRue masterfully blends familiar lore with surprising twists." - Maxym M Martineau

"A stunning debut. Steelborn offers readers an escape into a new fantasy world, rich with action, heat, and unforgettable characters. I couldn't put it down!" - Emily Rath

"Riveting, sultry, and impossible to put down.... This slow-burning romance between a fierce heroine and a cursed immortal will leave readers utterly enchanted." - Rebecca Ross


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