He was a demon in love with fire; she was destined to burn. In the kingdom of Vestia, where demons reign and hidden truths lie in wait, Lilly, a human, struggles to repay a debt owed to a mob boss notorious for his cruelty and wealth. She spends her nights waitressing at one of the most exclusive clubs in the capital city where she catches the attention of Max, a mesmerizing demon who exudes a darkness and mischief that both intrigues and terrifies her. Max's scars bear witness to his hidden past, a past that intertwines with Vestia's throne itself. And Lilly, with her own secrets, cannot escape the magnetic pull she feels toward him. As their worlds collide, Lilly and Max must navigate the waters of trust and deception. Can they unravel the truths that bind them or will their secrets shatter any chance of happiness? In this fantasy romance novel, Max and Lilly must decide if the risks they take are worth the ultimate reward: a love that defies the darkness. I should have known better than to trust a demon. I should have seen past his smirk and paid closer attention to the scars that run up and down his arms. Maybe then I would have seen the truth and realized who Max really was. Then again. . . where's the fun in that? This series takes place in the same world as the Sins of the Blood War books. All books in the Claimed by Flames series contain spicy tension, deliciously steamy scenes, characters who talk (and curse) like adults, and occasional moments of violence. See the author's website for a full list of tropes and tags.