The Fallen & the Kiss of Dusk
New York Times bestselling author and BookTok sensation Carissa Broadbent returns with a brand new novel in the Crowns of Nyaxia series, The Fallen & the Kiss of Dusk. Mische made the ultimate sacrifice to save those she loves – and plunged the world into an eternal night. Now, imprisoned by the gods and obsessed with revenge, Asar is desperate to find her again.
When a goddess offers them a final path to redemption – and back to each other – Asar and Mische embark on an extraordinary mission. Together, they must seize the power of the god of death so Asar may do the impossible: ascend to true divinity. Their journey will take them through mortal and immortal realms, alongside both old friends and ruthless enemies.
But as the underworld teeters on the brink of collapse and the gods prepare for a war, Asar and Mische must decide what they are willing to sacrifice for the power to defy death. In a game of vengeful gods and ancient betrayals, there are some debts that even love may not be able to repay.
- Pages
- 557
- First published
- August 5, 2025
- Language
- English
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Reviews
Finished January 16, 2026
4.6* / 5* The Fallen and the Kiss of Dusk is a clear improvement over the previous book. The writing feels more confident and refined, and the story flows much better overall. Mische stood out to me far more this time—she feels more charismatic, layered, and engaging than in the earlier installment. Asar is also noticeably better written here, with more depth and presence, which made their dynamic more compelling to follow. I especially appreciated how closely the main characters from the previous books are involved in the story. Unlike the last book, their inclusion feels meaningful and well-integrated rather than distant or superficial. Overall, this installment feels more polished, more emotionally engaging, and more satisfying as part of the larger series. A strong step forward.
Finished January 18, 2026