Sanctuary of the Shadow (Elemental Emergence, 1)

LIMITED FIRST PRINT RUN―featuring spray-painted and stenciled edges, as well as gorgeously detailed endpapers. This breathtaking first edition is only available for a limited time and while supplies last in the US and Canada only.

The instant New York Times bestseller
A Refinery29 Most Anticipated Book of 2024

"Ascher's latest is a fantasy romance that has everything nice—a hot love interest, a relatable main character, female friendship—and plenty of (consensual) spice." ―Booklist

Some follow their destiny.
Others fall for it.


For humans, Salizar’s is a place of mystery and wonder. For Harrow, it’s a place to hide from those who slaughtered her entire clan. A haven where she can disguise both her abilities and who she really is.

Until he arrives.

He has no recollection of who—or even what—he is. He only knows that he’s a monster, with wings and powerful abilities never seen before. But beneath the layers of rage and isolation, one glimpse into those inky black eyes reveals a soul that calls out to the loneliness in Harrow.

And so she chooses him.

She is drawn to the mystery of him, her unquenchable need for his kiss. And as powerful enemies align and conspire against them, Harrow knows their only hope is escape.

Now, with every secret she unlocks from his past, a shadow from her own whispers free—luring enemies who will stop at nothing to get their final revenge on Harrow. And she’s given them the perfect weapon…because her winged beast is not what he seems.

But maybe it’s time they finally learn—neither is she.

BUY THE BOOK

400 pages

Average rating: 4.91

23 RATINGS

|

5 REVIEWS

Community Reviews

Erick
Feb 20, 2025
10/10 stars
Exciting adventure, spicy fantasy romance. I was a little worried by the book’s start, world-building was heavy in early pages, but the story picked up after the first fifty pages. Good book. I won’t be able to attend my book club to discuss the book, though — too shy.
ICE
Aug 23, 2024
9/10 stars
This was honestly a pretty good book. Miss judged.
Mgranv75
Aug 19, 2024
1/10 star
DNF cause I just couldn't get into it, even though I tried. Not impressed
VivGough
Jul 10, 2024
1/10 star
Literally the worst book I’ve ever read. Don’t recommend
AlaniIsReading
Mar 11, 2024
10/10 stars
So good!

See why thousands of readers are using Bookclubs to stay connected.