From the bestselling author of The Prison Healer trilogy and the Medoran Chronicles, Lynette Noni returns with another mesmerising fantasy novel, Shadow Reaper. There is no safety in the city of Aravell. Outside, a black mist kills all it touches it. But inside, there is much worse. Viridia Solace is a hunter, capturing the reapers who hide in the shadows of Aravell, killing and stealing the magic from children in their thirst for power. When Viri disobeys her orders, she is forced to do boring paperwork categorising reported crimes and discovers a growing list of reports about missing children. Teaming up with Reeve, an ex-childhood friend turned reaper and the most loyal follower of the Reaper Priest, Viri uncovers a plot to kidnap 50 children and siphon their magic. This ritual will give the Reaper Priest unlimited power.

Shadow Reaper is a dazzling beginning to a duology full of complex characters, rich worldbuilding, yearning romance, and shocking plot twists. With the all-time favourite tropes of found family, enemies-to-lovers, and the chosen one, Lynette Noni delivers a dark and dangerous world where everyone is harbouring secrets and hidden agendas. But amidst the darker themes of the novel, Noni also introduces a troupe of loveable characters (including an adorable pet bunny!) and the kindling of the romance between Viri and Reeve that could be the solace they’re both looking for – or the very thing that tears their world apart.

Perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo or Catherine Doyle. For ages 14+.