House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J. Maas

“House of Earth and Blood” by Sarah J. Maas is the first book in the Crescent City series. This urban fantasy novel follows Bryce Quinlan, a half-human, half-Fae woman who seeks vengeance after her closest friends are brutally murdered by a demon. Two years later, when the murders start again, Bryce teams up with Hunt Athalar, a fallen angel enslaved to the Archangels. Together, they navigate the dangerous underworld of Crescent City, uncovering dark secrets and forming a deep bond. The novel combines mystery, action, and romance in a richly detailed world.