The City of Shadows and Nightmares

by K.L. Peckenpaugh

At the prestigious Mearin Battle College, Nyathera strives to harness her self doubts and become a formidable warrior. Amidst rigorous training, she unexpectedly falls for the charming and brave trainee. Their love blossoms under the weight of their trials, but just as Nyathera begins to dream of a future together, betrayal shatters her world.

Cast into the City of Shadows and Nightmares—a dark realm once dismissed as a mere fairytale—Nyathera discovers the truth of her lineage. Will she embrace her destiny or will the scars of betrayal keep her from unlocking her true potential? In a tale of love, magic, and the fight for her own fate, Nyathera stands at the edge of a choice that could change everything.

360 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 16, 2024

Reviews

[Tiffany Bumgardner · Rating 2 out of 5]

Great Premise

I actually loved the second half of this book. The first half was a complete waste for me though.

It setup as present day then jumped to the past and half the book was the past which honestly unnecessary.

Then back present day in a new world? With an entirely new cast of characters.

It was basically two incomplete books shoved together and then naturally ending on a cliffy.

Which for, me I am tired of that and series; so I am doubtful I will seek out the next installment.

[Stephanie Collier · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read!

I really enjoyed the storyline and the twists. (Omg, the twists!) There was good world building which added a nice layer to it. The spice was yummy and not over powering the plot. The ending...I'm not going to give it away but the ending really pulled at some heart strings. Great story overall!

Love, S K Collier ❤️

[S Collier · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely enjoyed this story! The world building was imaginative and the characters were fun. I absolutely loved how unapologetically herself the FMC is too There was spice but it didn't over power the plot. And the twists...OMG, the twists. I really enjoyed this. 5 out of 5.

- Love, S K Collier

[Michaela Sapochak · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was amazing!! The banter had me reeling. The world building, build up, everything was just so so good! Every time I thought I knew what this world was a fell further into the story!! I need more!!

[Erin Masura · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has everything one would want. Dragons, magic, great story and world building, and that banter, and of course spicy scenes! The way Kai and Nyathera are together is fabulous. A true relationship with love and no trickery. I enjoyed seeing how Kai and Nyathera grew together emotionally, and magically. They pushed each other to be their best self. For a demon Kai is a true gentleman to Nya but to those who want to harm her the demon side comes out. The connection Nyathera has with Runi(dragon) reminds me of Fourth Wing only I like this connection bond better. Margie and her love and advice to Nyathera is beautiful and gives Nyathera that mother daughter relationship she has longed for. The ending had me fee!ing all the emotions and screaming eight along with the characters. The author has a way with words and you can tell she poured her heart into the story. Truly excited for the next book. I need more Kai and Nya

[Kiki Wallace · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nya’s journey through Mearin Battle College and into the City of Shadows and Nightmares had me glued to every page. The twists - betrayals, shocking discoveries about her, and the dark magic lurking around every corner - completely caught me off guard. I devoured this book in just a few days; it’s a gripping mix of heart, danger, and surprise that I can’t stop thinking about!