The Serpent and the Wings of Night (Crowns of Nyaxia)

Human or vampire, the rules of survival are the same: never trust, never yield, and always - always - guard your heart.


The adopted human daughter of the Nightborn vampire king, Oraya carved her place in a world designed to kill her. Her only chance to become something more than prey is entering the Kejari: a legendary tournament held by the goddess of death herself.


But winning won't be easy amongst the most vicious warriors from all three vampire houses. To survive, Oraya is forced to make an alliance with a mysterious rival.


Everything about Raihn is dangerous. He is a ruthless vampire, an efficient killer, an enemy to her father's crown... and her greatest competition. Yet, what terrifies Oraya most of all is that she finds herself oddly drawn to him.


But there's no room for compassion in the Kejari. War for the House of Night brews, shattering everything that Oraya thought she knew about her home. And Raihn may understand her more than anyone - but their blossoming attraction could be her downfall, in a kingdom where nothing is more deadly than love.


The Serpent and the Wings of Night is the first book in a new series of heart-wrenching romance, dark magic, and bloodthirsty intrigue, perfect for fans of From Blood and Ash and A Court of Thorns and Roses.

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Published Aug 16, 2022

502 pages

Average rating: 8.13

1,284 RATINGS

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Community Reviews

Emlan
Sep 07, 2025
9/10 stars
This book had me hooked from the first line. Wow. Good pacing, storytelling and world building. Such beautifully complicated and flawed characters. What an emotional rollercoaster the last few chapters were! Still cant believe that ending. So glad book 2 is already out and can find out what happens next.
Zya The Book Dragon
Mar 05, 2025
8/10 stars
I'm not one for trial type books, but I really enjoyed this one. Underdog story for sure.
PotterHead1
Jan 29, 2025
10/10 stars
Love this book! I can’t wait until I finish the next one!
Kristin Rose
Nov 01, 2024
10/10 stars
The romance was great but…. Vincent & Oraya, are you kidding me? Their relationship was precious. I was not expecting anything about this book. Incredible world building, enthralling storyline… just perfection.
BlueKay03
Oct 12, 2025
10/10 stars
Couldn't put it down. Had me hooked from the beginning and the ending was soooo good I had to immediately buy the sequel which I'm hoping is just as good as the first one.

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