From Abigail Owen comes the thrilling first instalment in The Crucible Series—a high-stakes romantasy where gods are ruthless, mortals are expendable, and survival is anything but guaranteed.

Every hundred years, the gods of Olympus hold a deadly competition known as the Crucible, choosing mortal champions to fight in brutal trials for ultimate power. When Lyra—a sarcastic, overlooked mortal cursed to be unloved—is unexpectedly chosen by Hades, the God of Death himself, her life is thrown into chaos.

As she’s forced to compete against stronger, deadlier opponents, Lyra must rely on her wit and resilience to survive. But the biggest danger may not be the trials—it’s the growing connection between her and the dark, unpredictable god who chose her. In a world of monsters, magic, and manipulation, trusting him could be her greatest mistake… or her only chance.

✨ Genre: Fantasy Romance / Romantasy / Mythology Fantasy
🌶️ Spice Level: Moderate (slow-burn romance with tension and some open-door scenes)

📚 Series: The Crucible - Book 1

Dark, addictive, and full of tension—perfect for fans of Greek mythology, deadly competitions, and morally grey gods with serious enemies-to-lovers energy.