The enthralling fantasy romance novel with gods and magic for 2026 The first in the GODSTRUCK trilogy, THUNDERSTRUCK is a hooky and spicy proposition. With its backdrop of Asgard and the divine love triangle at its centre, THUNDERSTRUCK has real breakout potential. Thunderstruck will appeal to readers 18-35 across romance and romantasy, lured in by the real-world / hidden realm collision, as well as the spice. It's a perfect pick for High Street booksellers as well as a very strong digital proposition. It's the first book in a planned trilogy. Sunstruck will publish in summer 2027 and feature the gods of Olympus. Series is great way to lock readers in by building a readership and engaged fan base. Our campaign will connect readers through early influencer engagement while working to galvanise champions of the genre across bookshops with an eye-catching proof campaign.

The pitch is very Booktok / Algorithm-friendly and we'll target retail support across Amazon, bookshops and The Works. Based in Melbourne, there is a strong opportunity to work with Melissa to build grass roots support on her home turf. Comps: The Dead Romantics/ Ashley Poston 25k; My Roommate is a Vampire / Jenna Levine 32.5k three-chilli spice level Competition: bride;the irresistable urge;to;a witch's guide;fall for your enemy;fake dating a demon; long live evil;behooved. by;ali hazelwood;brigitte knightley;sarah hawley;sarah rees brennan;m stevenson.