The Bargain

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When the stars choose you, they never let go…

In the shattered realm of Selnia, power isn’t just earned, it’s written in the stars. The Starbonded, mortals marked by constellations, shape the fate of nations with magic and ambition. But when King Alden falls, chaos takes his place, and something ancient and vengeful begins to stir in the dark.

The Starless, monsters born of those the stars once rejected, are stirring, hungry for vengeance, and ready to tear the world apart.

Lord Cedric Varian, bound to the fierce might of Draco, wages a desperate campaign to hold the chaos at bay with Lady Evelyne Amana at his side. Sharp-witted, iron willed, and tied to Lyra, Evelyne walks the knife’s edge between leader and manipulator.

Old wounds reopen when Prince Kael Ironfrost, the lost heir whose bond with Orion gives him unmatched strength, returns to a kingdom that barely remembers him and a past that refuses to let him go. And In the shadows of Vessport, Liora Blackthorn clings to Hydra’s power, ready to defend her city from the monsters outside…and the ones within.

As loyalties fray and ancient powers collide, the cost of these celestial pacts grows dangerously clear. In a world where the stars grant strength, but never without a price, the line between savior and destroyer begins to blur.

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Status
Hiatus
Year
2024
Author
PixelCheeks

Tags

ACTIONFANTASYADVENTUREMAGICDRAMAMULTIPLE LEAD CHARACTERSHIGH FANTASYMYTHOS

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Rating
4.9/ 5.0
Followers
6
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2,116

Chapters(17 total)

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Community Reviews(3)

  • Gimble GobblefirnRoyal Road
    ★★★★★ 5.0
    While it is still ongoing, really enjoy it so far. Will give more details in the future to this review once more has come out to talk about.
    However, the set up of the different characters is definitely interesting and has potential to branch out wonderfully. The world itself is coming into shape well over the chapters presented so far.
  • HubbyMaidRoyal Road
    ★★★★★ 5.0
    I just wanted to take a moment to share my thoughts on your book! I’ve only gotten through a few chapters so far, but I’m already hooked! The world building is fantastic, and I really enjoy how you’ve introduced the concept of mortals, the Starbonded, and celestial pacts. It’s such a unique and intriguing setup that makes me want to dive deeper into the story.
    The way the plot is unfolding with all the conflict and shifting alliances is so interesting. I can tell there’s a lot of tension brewing, and I’m curious to see how it all plays out. The characters Cedric and Evelyne really drive the story forward. They have such an interesting dynamic, and I’m excited to see where their journey takes them.
    I also really like the relationship between Kael and Orion. It feels different from the others, kind of more complicated, and that adds a lot of depth to their interactions. Their connection feels like it’s always shifting, and I’m curious to see how things develop for them.
    Overall, it’s been a great start to the book, and I’m excited to keep reading. The world, the characters, and the plot have me hooked, and I can’t wait to see what happens next!
  • GwynothyRoyal Road
    ★★★★★ 4.5
    So, review time. Not to be biased or anything but so far this is a fantasy book that's right up my alley.
    Interesting magic system? Check, can't wait to see more of the mechanics of it.
    Fun, diverse cast of characters? Dunno how much more diverse you can get when half of the main characters are stars.
    An interesting world full of questions that I hope will be answered? Absolutely.
    The only thing right now that could be a dealbreaker is that it isn't finished yet. It's still being written, and there's a small chance my hopes for this work won't come to fruition. However, I'm optimistic.