Alexis_Mcnair

A young woman, trapped in a world of oppression, yearns for freedom. Devaney, a victim of a cruel fate, is forced into a life of servitude. Despite the darkness that surrounds her, she finds love and hope. However, her master's sinister plans shatter her dreams and exile her to the mysterious Netherrealm. In this perilous world, Devaney must navigate a complex web of power, love, and betrayal. 
  With the fate of the realm hanging in the balance, she must unlock her hidden potential all while fighting an internal battle within. 

WARNING: while this book contains spice, mentions of SA, murder, and explicit language, it also includes a slow burn, fated love. with sexual tension and then full on spice. this isn't a 'why choose?' novel, but the FMC does explore her options.

Netherrealm

I followed behind Callan as we exited the castle and headed towards a carriage. Judging by the two black horses that were pulling the all black carriage, it's safe to assume it belongs to the Onyx Court's ruler. I had never seen such nice things in my realm. Everything there was… bland, compared to Netherrealm. Boring. The colors weren't as vivid, the birds chirping didn't sound as melodic. The trees didn't reach the clouds.

The sun shone brighter here. The air was fresher. I inhaled the salty seaside air deep into my lungs and held it there until they screamed at me to release it. I didn't know when I'd see a place like this again, and I wanted to savor it all. After a few moments of taking it all in, I spun around slowly. Taking every last bit of it in.

And then I turned on my heel and made for the carriage, where Callan waited for me.

Chapter Thirteen