Divine Rivals

"Divine Rivals" is a young adult fantasy romance set against the backdrop of a war between gods, following 18-year-old Iris Winnow. Iris grapples with the disappearance of her brother on the frontline and her mother's addiction, while striving for a coveted columnist position at the Oath Gazette. Her anonymous correspondence with a magical typewriter, unbeknownst to her, is with her rival, Roman Kitt. This epistolary romance blossoms amidst the chaos of war, exploring themes of grief, resilience, destiny, and the power of words. Parents should be aware of themes of war, loss, addiction, and a developing romantic relationship, suitable for mature young adult readers.

Eighteen-year-old Iris dreams that one day her writing will make a difference. A war between gods is raging, and she’s landed a prestigious job at the Oath Gazette. But at home, she’s barely holding it together. Her brother is missing on the frontline. Her mother is lost in a haze of addiction. And each night Iris pours her heart out in letters to her brother. Letters that will never be answered. Or so she thinks… Her letters have made their way into the hands of the last person Iris trusts: Roman Kitt, her cold, unforgiving rival at the paper. When he anonymously writes back, they forge a magical connection that will seal their fate forever.