In Claimed by Shadow and Blood by Jen L. Grey, Briar is thrust into chaos after surviving the fae bridal competition, only to be chosen by Vad—the dark and possessive Prince of Shadows—to stand at his side. When the king is murdered and Briar wakes up with his blood on her skin and a dagger in her hand, she is framed for the crime and imprisoned. As she languishes in the dungeons, betrayal lurks in every shadow and rivals seek her downfall.

Vad, however, refuses to believe her guilt. He risks defying the very laws of his shadowed kingdom to free her. The story delves into political intrigue, moral ambiguity, and high-stakes danger as Briar fights not just for her innocence, but for her survival—and for the crown that could either solidify Vad’s rule or fall into the wrong hands. Claimed by Shadow and Blood by Jen L. Grey is a romantasy filled with danger, secrets, and choices that could cost everything¹.