Love in the Face of Death

by Claire E. Jones

“She needed to leave the ghosts behind and weave a new destiny for herself…”

After losing the last of her family, Kelah was forced to leave her war-torn home and embark on a perilous journey beset by unexpected dangers.

She is somehow guided by a force she doesn’t yet understand, grappling with monumental revelations regarding her lineage, but along the way, her heart is emboldened by irresistible connections that deepen with every shared challenge and moment of vulnerability.

In this enthralling eight-book series, follow Kelah and the other blessed ones as they wield their powers against malevolent forces while exploring the complex intricacies of love, identity, and family.

Will Kelah rise to embrace her true potential, or will the burdens of her past hold her captive?

Spice:
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Since publishing on Halloween 2022, Love in the Face of Death has sold in six countries and is currently available at:

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REVIEWS

“A thrilling adventure from the first page, Love in the Face of Death is jam-packed with punches, romance, and my favorite thing in the world–gritty characters with soft hearts.”

– Camri Kohler, author of Peachy

“Kelah’s resilience in the face of daunting circumstances sticks with me as a reader, and her lingering battle with grief adds another layer of complexity to her character. I’d recommend this epic tale for fans of steamy romance, intricate worldbuilding, and powerful, relatable female protagonists.”

– Bridgette Portman, author of The Twin Stars

“In LOVE IN THE FACE OF DEATH, Claire E. Jones masterfully crafts a fantasy tale of adventure, magic, romance, and found family that will keep you entertained from start to finish.”  

– Kenneth Creech, author of Fate, Coincidence, and Other Curse Words

“Romantic and action-packed, this book will have you sighing with happiness and rooting for the heroine to the end.”

– R.J. Castille, author of Goddess

“It’s a joy to be taken into a whole new fantasy world. It’s an even bigger joy to read a character that feels like she could be me. Sexy flirting, daggers, magic, and mysterious dangers have me counting down to when I can read book two.”

– Rachelle B.

“This book had it all! Fantasy, adventure, romance and even a little spice! What a journey!”

– beccasbookishlife

“In Love in the Face of Death, readers join Kelah on a grand adventure as she learns to embrace her magic and discovers her destiny. Claire E. Jones has built a fully-imagined fantasy world, where our heroine may be tested by difficult challenges, but love is always easy!”

– Beta Reader (H.P.T.)

“Love it. So romantic.”

– Beta Reader (N.G.)

GENRE
LGBTQ+ Fantasy Romance (adult or new adult)

The romance is one of two dominant plot arcs

Takes place in an alternate world

Magic and supernatural elements

3rd person narrative

TROPES
Slow Burn ; Chosen One ; Found Family ; Fated Match ; One Bed
CONTENT WARNINGS
Profanity, violence, explicit (consensual) sexual content, alcohol consumption, and references to past deaths of loved ones

Single point of view (Kelah)