Ruinous Creatures by Jessi Cole Jackson - ISBN: 9781668092897
Hardcover
Phoenix skulls awaken forbidden magic, binding two souls in fiery fate.

Ruinous Creatures

A Novel

$58.06

  • Hardcover

    384 pages

  • Release Date

    14 April 2026

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Summary

For fans of One Dark Window and T. Kingfisher, comes a standalone romantasy debut about a woman who accidentally awakens the power to siphon magic from two phoenix skulls, binding her fate to a vengeful stranger and forcing them to navigate the devastating cost of their unbreakable bond.

In a sanctuary for magical creatures hidden deep within a valley, magic is born from the bones of extraordinary creatures. For generations, a privileged few have siphoned this magic by wearin…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781668092897
ISBN-10:1668092891
Author:Jessi Cole Jackson
Publisher:Atria Books
Imprint:Atria Books
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:384
Release Date:14 April 2026
Weight:524g
Dimensions:229mm x 152mm x 30mm
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Critics Review

“Jackson’s riveting romantasy debut draws readers in with an inventive magic system, audacious characters, political intrigue, and swoony romance […] Adela and Kian’s alternating narration adds to the mounting suspense as they realize their fates are intertwined. With passion, humor, and plentiful revelations, this fast-paced adventure is sure to entertain.”—Publishers Weekly “Fans of insta-love and fated-pairs tropes will find much to enjoy in this sexy romantasy that focuses on finding self-acceptance […] Jackson’s unique world and magic system will appeal to curious readers looking for a heartwarming standalone fantasy.”—Library Journal“A fiery debut from a tremendous new talent, Ruinous Creatures plunges readers into a lush world brimming with magical creatures, danger, and two lovers destined to at once destroy and remake each other over and over again. A triumph.”—Taylor Hartley, author of Song of the Hell Witch

About The Author

Jessi Cole Jackson

Jessi Cole Jackson’s perfect day involves fresh cut flowers, cream-filled pastries, and stories of all sorts. After a dozen years making costumes for professional theatres all over the East Coast, she moved home to rural Michigan, where she now lives with her family. Ruinous Creatures is her debut novel.

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