A CALIBA GOLDEN POPPY AWARD FINALIST
★ “An irresistibly charming forbidden romance.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
★ “Superb. A simultaneously familiar and fresh romance.” – SLJ, starred review
“Vampires, ancient evil, a centuries-long feud, and forbidden romance? Montoya brings it all, and I am HERE for every second of it!” —Tracy Wolff, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Crave series
“Montoya breathes fresh life into the vampire-and-vampire-hunter trope with a vivid world beautifully woven with Latinx lore and a romance both searing and tender. Compelling, vivacious, and filled with heart, A Cruel Thirst is a sparkling addition to the romantasy shelves.” —Amélie Wen Zhao, New York Times bestselling author of the Song of the Last Kingdom duology
“A confident romp that is equal parts witty historical romance and captivating paranormal adventure, Montoya’s signature blend of panache, humor, and heart makes A Cruel Thirst exactly the kind of Latinx vampire novel I wanted to read!” —Isabel Cañas, USA Today bestselling author of Vampires of El Norte
“Angela Montoya has created a vampire myth that is inspired by Mexican lore but entirely her own. Teens will root for the fierce Carolina, who forges her own destiny and makes her own rules in this lush historical fantasy romance.” —Zoraida Córdova, USA Today bestselling author of The Inheritance of Orquídea Divina
“A magnificent take on vampire lore. Angela Montoya takes the classic trope of vampire x vampire hunter and breathes new life into it, in more ways than one. Both tender and fierce, A Cruel Thirst is a must-read for fans of good books. Period.” —Kamilah Cole, bestselling author of So Let Them Burn and This Ends in Embers
“With action that will have you on the edge of your seat and banter that will leave you grinning, A Cruel Thirst has everything you could want in a paranormal romance.” —Margie Fuston, author of The Revenant Games
“Montoya centers action, tropey fun, and insta-love romance to spin an adventurous romp that will appeal to romantasy readers.” —Publishers Weekly
“[A] dreamy romance with high stakes.” —Booklist
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