Blood of the Firstborn

The Firstborn Chronicles #1

by Georgia Parry

The Veil has sealed the mortal realm from Elantis for centuries. Now it is failing, spilling an Infection that turns men into monsters and threatens to consume the world.

Elowen alone can see the sickness before it takes root - a gift that makes her both feared and indispensable to the survival of her people. But when she is delivered to the Veil as a sacrifice, she is brought into Elantis, where danger waits in deception and shadow.

There, she is saved by the Lord of Flame, whose fire blazes as fiercely as his secrets. In his arms, Elowen finds protection and the spark of a love that could remake her fate. But she discovers that she is heir to a god-blooded lineage, and the monster within the Veil will stop at nothing to claim her power.

As realms falter and loyalties fracture, Elowen must decide whether her heart will burn for love - or bleed for destiny.

Genres: Fantasy Romance

622 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 13, 2025

Reviews

[Kalen Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book blew me away! It truly is like if ACOTAR and the walking dead had a love child lol. So many interesting characters, and the magic in this world was so unique. I had such a fun time with this book and ate it up so fast. Seriously couldn’t put it down. Highly highly suggest for any fantasy romance lovers!

[Crystal · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was sooo close to a 5 star read! The story and pacing are great, the banter is amazing! However, a few things the MMC did later in the book made me drop it down to 4. Looking forward to book 2!

[Carrie Miller-Kistner · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. Very descriptive writing that pulls you into the book. Full of twist and turns. I love a good book that makes you go back a chapter and read it again because there was a hidden meaning in a characters words. I can’t wait for the next book

[Marie-France · Rating 5 out of 5]

breathtaking

This is my new favourite series !! I love it so much and the way it’s written and the plot twist and everything is just perfect!!

[Ryann Cohen · Rating 3 out of 5]

If you miss the vibes of SJM’s ACOTAR, this book is for you! The world building was a major part of this book, but as the first in a series that is to be expected. Imagine the majesty of the courts of Prythian but with a deadly rot and zombies running rampant, a shroud of mystery and confusion, and tension that has you kicking your feet. The writing style in this book is very descriptive and immersive, but at times it did feel over-described and I was skipping over some unnecessary details (mostly in the first 50%). Once passing the midway point, the pacing of the book really picked up which made it more enjoyable for me. I didn’t connect to the FMC and found her pretty annoying, but I really liked most of the other characters in the book which made up for it. Excited to see how this story develops in the next one!

[Arina · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book absolutely blew my mind! A 6⭐️ masterpiece!

I could not put it down for a second!!! It gets you hooked from the very first chapter. The plot twists, the world-building. Absolutely amazing!

We have magic, different Courts, Fae, slow burn, looots of tension, amazing FMC, aaaaand the MMC is blond and he has BLUE eyes, oh my god.

I’d recommend it to anyone in a heartbeat. Might be as well one of the best books I’ve read in the past couple of years! I cannot wait for Book 2, and so excited to see Elowen’s story unfold!

[Macenzie M · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was so much FUN! I was hooked from the very first line of the very first page. The author is an artist, painting beautiful murals of what she wants you to see through the main characters eyes! There were a lot of unique aspects about this book (won’t share due to spoilers) but they had me in shock! Also, the dialogue was extremely well written, not cringey at all! I highly recommend you add this book to your TBR!

[Emilee Gray · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rating⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice🌶️
Tropes
🔥 Enemies to lovers
🖤 Fated mates
⚔️ Acotar x walking dead
🩸 Found family
✨ Twists, turns, & betrayals
🥀 High stakes and action
🗡️ Bada*s FMC
🏴 Touch her and d!e
❤️‍🔥 Slow burn
💫 All the tension and yearning

Oh man oh man oh man!!! If you have not heard of this book, read it or added it to your tbr PLEASE do it right now! Now please!! This book is nonstop twists and turns! The world building and character building in this book was IMPECCABLE. It’s dark, it’s addictive and it’s impossible to put down! Think acotar and walking dead had a baby…this is that baby and then some!!! Aedric…sir…you have me butterflies🤭 Elowen is such a cool character and I cannot wait to see how she develops as the series goes on! Amazing!! 10/10😍😍

[Cassidy Stenerson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Do yourself a favour and read this book - right now! Don’t just add to your TBR and forget about it. I have no idea how this book isn’t more popular, I am in love. Addicting. The FMC was relatable without being annoying (sorry that’s the best way I can describe some of the FMC lately)

✨slow burn
✨epic fantasy worldbuilding
✨morally complex characters
✨high stakes magical adventure

5 star read from me, I devoured this book over the holidays.

[Dominique · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book- it really was an ACOTAR x Walking Dead book 😅. I enjoyed reading it and the worldbuilding, but I do hope to see a even more elements that are unique to this world vs “oh this reminds me of xyz”. The writing style of the author was right up my alley. Overall would still recommend!

[Ashey Louras · Rating 5 out of 5]

addicting

This book surprised me and I’m glad I gave it a chance regardless of the few reviews. The story was everything I ever wanted in a fantasy😭😭 so mad I have to wait for book 2 but cannot wait!!!

[Katie READS📚☕️🧩 · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was AMAZING!!! It’s ACOTAR meets the Walking Dead. Fated mates, found family, betrayal, enemies to lovers, high stakes, I couldn’t ask for more!! Loved every single page! If you like high fantasy and amazing world building, this is for you! Perfection!

[Amélie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutly loved it. The plot, the banter, the love story, everything is right. It got some tears, some laugh and some feet giggling out of me. And then the cliffhanger?! I hope we can be back in Elantis soon!

[Stacy Jefferson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This one surprised me! It was suggested to me in a fantasy/paranormal readers facebook group. The synopsis intrigued me so I went ahead and got it on kindle. First of all, the writing is very good. I can’t stand clunky writing and this was not that! I was hooked from chapter one and could not put this book down! The FMC is relatable. She’s a badass but not arrogant. She has faults and fears, but does not pull the “poor pitiful me” act. She’s good with a bow but knows she struggles with an axe. I can appreciate that she can admit her weaknesses. The world building was done well, very atmospheric, very creepy at points, beautiful and wonderous in others. The MMC was complicated…the tough exterior facade cracked for our FMC at times and I loved getting those rare glimpses at who he was when the fire was dampened by…love maybe?! 😉 The push and pull, yearning, struggle between duty and matters of the heart, secrets of the past unraveling, and fun spicy times made this a five star read for me. I cannot wait to see what happens next!

[Alexandra Morgan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was incredible. It popped up on KU and I'd never heard of it, but I was hooked from the first page - and then literally devoured it. I couldn't put it down. The world building was incredible, the characters were so well-developed... The dialogue was excellent. I'm super picky about dialogue being natural, and I find that a lot of authors aren't amazing with writing believable dialogue - but Georgia Parry does an amazing job. The book reads almost like a movie in your head: you see it as you read it. The slow burn is almost painful with the "almost" moments that keep you absolutely hooked. Aedric is my new book crush. I love him, how arrogant and smirking he always is. Like infuriating in the best possible way.

All in all, I'm so glad I stumbled on this one. It is top-tier, right up there with ACOTAR and other "big" romantasy books. I feel like this one is going to explode, and this is an author who is absolutely going to make it big. It's well worth the read, and I honestly can't wait until Book 2. I wonder where the twists and turns are going to lead... 5-star, seriously.

Do yourself a favor and READ THIS BOOK.

[Adrienn Balázs · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holy sh*t!! I think I screamed my way through this entire book but in the best way possible 🔥🔥 I'm seriously mind-blown! This is how high-stakes romantasy should look like.
The entire time, I never knew who to trust. I was always suspicious of someone for some reason and I was kept on the edge of my seat for the whole book! I still don't know who the bad or good guy is, everyone seems to have a secret agenda.
The world building and writing are incredible and I love the FMC.
Also this might be the first time I completely agreed with an FMC's love/hate relationship with the male love interest, because I seriously wanted to strangle this guy one second but loved him the next. This is how tension is done. This is how real stakes and real obstacles are done! It was masterful in how infuriating it was. The yearning and the angst were killing me 😭🔥
Even now at the end of the book, I still have no idea who the FMC will end up with which makes this so interesting as a romantasy. It's not a love triangle either, everyone just seems like the bad guy.

[Scarlett Reading · Rating 5 out of 5]

4 stars ****

From the first few lines of this book, I knew I was going to love it. Georgia Parry does an amazing job pulling you into a fae realm beautifully crafted and filled with magic, secrets, danger, and longing. The world-building is immersive and genuinely feels like you’re watching everything unfold in real time.

The FMC is complex, and I loved how she evolved throughout the book. I loved the slow burn romance and in moments, it had me absolutely feral. Aedric is arrogant and secretive and infuriating in all the best ways. Their chemistry simmers beneath every interaction, and the tension is perfectly paced to keep you craving more.

The stakes are through the roof and I was fully invested not only in Elowen and Aedric, but in the fate of the realms themselves. This feels like the start of something big, and I genuinely wouldn’t be surprised if this series explodes.

If you love romantasy with lush world-building, dangerous magic, a slow-burn romance that hurts, and morally complex characters, this one deserves a spot on your TBR. I cannot wait to see where the Chronicles of the Firstborn goes next.

[Katherine MacKay · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was hooked from the opening lines. Georgia Parry’s first novel intricately weaves a beautiful narrative, catapulting the reader into a captivating and stunning world of the Fae Realm, full of intrigue, magic and romance.
The compelling love story between Elowen and Aedric is a brilliantly crafted slow burn, leaving the reader wanting more.
A totally worthy read from start to finish. I can’t wait to see what Georgia has in store for us in her second book in the Chronicles of the Firstborn.
Congratulations!

[Amanda Sworik · Rating 5 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Delicious Slow Burn & Wild Plot Twists

This book was such a surprise hit for me. The slow burn is DELICIOUS, the plot twists are crazy, and Aedric is the kind of swaggering, witty MMC you can’t help falling for. The secondary characters are amazingly developed, and I loved discovering Elowen’s magic right alongside her. Dark, addictive, and impossible to put down. I need the next book ASAP.

[Jessica Burdis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Although it took me the first 100 pages to get into… after that I could not put this book down! I finished it within a week and whenever I wasn’t reading I kept thinking about the characters and what would happen! I love a good slow burn and this gives exactly that. Anticipation. Character development. A strong female lead. Loved it! Can’t wait for the second one. When will that be so I can mark my calendar 😅 officially hooked

[Kate Beikmanis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read from start to finish! I was teleported in a magical world full of intrigue and magic.
I highly recommend this book! Can’t wait for the next one in the series.

[Olivia Newman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I could not put this book down. It was everything you could want from a romantasy! So excited for book 2!!

[Alexis Noble · Rating 5 out of 5]

Could NOT put this book down!!!
This story grabbed me way harder than I expected. The world is vivid and dangerous, the magic feels fresh, and the tension between the characters had me feral. The romance is the perfect mix of slow-burn yearning and sharp chemistry, and the reveals about Elowen’s past and power hit so hard. It’s immersive, emotional, and absolutely impossible to put down. I finished it in one sitting and I’m already desperate for the sequel.