A #1 New York Times bestseller! Sarah J. Maas's brand-new CRESCENT CITY series begins with House of Earth and Blood: the story of half-Fae and half-human Bryce Quinlan as she seeks revenge in a contemporary fantasy world of magic; danger; and searing romance. Bryce Quinlan had the perfect life—working hard all day and partying all night—until a demon murdered her closest friends; leaving her bereft; wounded; and alone. When the accused is behind bars but the crimes start up again; Bryce finds herself at the heart of the investigation. She’ll do whatever it takes to avenge their deaths. Hunt Athalar is a notorious Fallen angel; now enslaved to the Archangels he once attempted to overthrow. His brutal skills and incredible strength have been set to one purpose—to assassinate his boss’s enemies; no questions asked. But with a demon wreaking havoc in the city; he’s offered an irresistible deal: help Bryce find the murderer; and his freedom will be within reach. As Bryce and Hunt dig deep into Crescent City’s underbelly; they discover a dark power that threatens everything and everyone they hold dear; and they find; in each other; a blazing passion—one that could set them both free; if they’d only let it. With unforgettable characters; sizzling romance; and page-turning suspense; this richly inventive new fantasy series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas delves into the heartache of loss; the price of freedom—and the power of love.