4.4 (887 ratings)

Destined to the Wraith: The Shadow Realms

Name: Destined to the Wraith: The Shadow Realms
Rating: 4.4 (887 reviews)
Author: Regine Abel
ISBN: B0DVHWXGNV

by Regine Abel

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About this book

Ronika is a woman pushed to the brink. With a ruthless necromancer closing in on her ancestral lands, she has no choice but to enter a cursed mansion to retrieve a relic that could be her only salvation. Her quest requires an escort, leading her to Asheron, an enraged wraith trapped in a cycle of madness for centuries. What begins as a desperate bargain quickly spirals into a high-stakes game of survival where the lines between protector and monster blur.

This gripping paranormal romance masterfully blends gothic atmosphere with an intense enemies-to-lovers dynamic. As the slow-burn tension ignites between the fragile human and the shadows of a tortured soul, readers are pulled into a world of dark magic and hidden dangers. Asheron is the quintessential alpha-hero, his possessiveness awakened by Ronika’s raw, fearless determination. Their unexpected connection serves as the beating heart of a story that is as haunting as it is passionate.

Regine Abel crafts a rich, immersive experience that will satisfy any fan of historical-inspired dark fantasy. Between encounters with terrifying Shadow Flayers and the looming threat of the necromancer, the stakes are perpetually high. If you crave a story where selfless love confronts ancient, lethal curses, this is your next obsession.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B0DVHWXGNV

Reader Reviews

Yikes! An awesome read!

February 9, 2024

A hot romance, cloaked in gothic horror. Beware the Shadow Flayers, the bile spawns, and so much more! Ronika is so incredibly brave, her determination to prevail over the necromancer leads her into more danger than I could imagine. I love Asheron! He is continually going above and beyond his obligations to Ronika. Their’s is a most unusual romance; I love the way it plays out. I liked the twists and turns along the way. It’s a splendid love story that I’m sure you’ll enjoy, especially if you...

4&1\\2 fabulous stars for destined to the Wraith

February 21, 2024

I love Regine Abel she is one of the best storytellers out there. Her world building is detailed and draws the reader into a whole new world very quickly. Characters have depth and so much personality when you hate them you hate the a DJ when you love them you really love them. This new world is no exception. It has an otherworldly feel, where magic is used and demi gods and monsters walk among us. It feels like the 1800's just before surge of technology, but where magic is common place. Ronika...

Tale of selfless love in all it's forms

February 28, 2024

This spicy tale of suffering and redemption through selfless love put into action. This newest short story by Regine Abel has suspense, intrigue, spicy romance, and heartfelt moments. I always appreciate and look forward to the various cultures and folklore infused in Abel's work of art. There were times it was a little slow, but the storyline and characters had me finishing this book in 5.50 hours over a few days. I look forward to reading other books in the Shadow Realms. )

A Sweet Steampunk ish Fantasy Setting

April 13, 2026

I was initially a fan of her Prime Mating Agency series and thought I'd give this one a go too. I was not disappointed. Although this book had a bit more drama than the PMA ones typically have, the main difference was that this was more of a fantasy genre than the scifi of the other series. There's a level of steampunk, though it's blended with magic too. She still pulls off the deep characters I love her for and the male characters who are often a little feral. This is certainly the start to...

Alright

March 12, 2024

This was different read for me. It was not bad, just hard to finish. I could not get into this story and usually it takes me a day to read one of her books, but I keep putting it down. This one was ok read. ) One person found this helpful