Divine Rivals

In "Divine Rivals" by Rebecca Ross, two young, competing journalists find themselves entwined in a love story, set against a backdrop of divine warfare. The ancient deities have awakened, rekindling their eternal conflict, yet Iris Winnow, an eighteen-year-old writer, is focused on her personal struggles. With her mother grappling with addiction and her brother missing in action at the warfront, Iris's primary goal is to secure a promotion at the Oath Gazette. To deal with her overwhelming emotions, she writes letters to her absent brother and slides them beneath her wardrobe. Mysteriously, these letters make their way to Roman Kitt, her enigmatic and aloof competitor at the newspaper. When Roman responds anonymously, an unexpected connection blossoms between them, embroiling Iris in a journey that stretches to the battlefield. Here, the stakes include not just the search for her brother and the survival of humanity, but also the complexities of newfound love. Blending themes from "Shadow and Bone" and "Lore," this novel weaves a rich tapestry of passion and challenge, highlighting the indomitable strength of love amidst adversity.