Cruel is the Light by Sophie Clark - Book 1

Cruel is the Light by Sophie Clark – Book One 

A demon hunter. A Vatican soldier. A forbidden love that could rewrite everything.

In a world where holy wars rage and shadows walk among men, Selene Alleva lives by the blade and the word of the Church—until a surge of demon attacks forces her into an uneasy alliance with Jules Lacroix, a battlefield legend with secrets stitched into his soul.

To survive the oncoming storm, they must pose as fiancés and infiltrate the Vatican itself. But the truth they uncover beneath its hallowed halls is more dangerous than any demon—and far more personal.

As loyalties are tested and desire grows undeniable, Selene and Jules must choose between what they've been trained to fight for… and the love that could damn them both.

🖤 Tropes: enemies to reluctant allies, fake engagement, forbidden love, slow burn, secret identity
🖤 Perfect for fans of These Violent Delights, Kingdom of the Wicked, and Daughter of No Worlds
🖤 Book one in a romantic fantasy series full of betrayal, demon-hunting, and simmering tension
Includes mature content, religious themes, high-stakes conflict, and moral grey zones

"Love is the most dangerous weapon of all—and it’s about to be unleashed."