Firstborn (Deluxe Edition) by M.J. Hastings - Epic Dystopian Romantasy | Hardcover | 464 Pages

Embark on an epic dystopian romantasy journey with the Deluxe Edition of "Firstborn." This stunning hardcover features stenciled edges, two full-color custom maps, and a foil cover, making it a must-have for fans of intense world-building and high-stakes romance. In a world where birth order dictates destiny, one eldest daughter must fight for survival and uncover a dangerous plot that threatens her family.

• Deluxe Edition hardcover with exclusive stenciled edges, two custom maps, and foil cover.
• Epic dystopian setting where birth order determines fate.
• A thrilling plot involving survival, political intrigue, and forbidden desire.
• Features a fierce heroine navigating a world of deadly trials and treacherous alliances.
• Perfect for fans of "The Hunger Games" and "Fourth Wing."

• Author: M.J. Hastings
• Publisher: Stonefruit Studio
• Publication Date: September 10, 2026
• Binding: Hardcover
• Page Count: 464 pages
• Language: English
• Reading Age: 16 years and up
• Dimensions: 15.88 x 3.58 x 23.5 cm
• Weight: 806 g
• ISBN-10: 1464244510
• ISBN-13: 978-1464244513
• EAN: 9781464244513
• Release Date: 10 Sep 2026

The Long Night is the ultimate trial for Firstborn soldiers, and Bryn Ruelle must prove her mettle or face exile. If she survives, she'll defend the nation's borders against magic-wielding neighbors. Bryn has never taken a life, but by dawn, she will have. Her world is thrown into chaos when she uncovers a plot to kidnap the Lastborn, forcing her to question if the threat is real or a calculated deception. To find the truth, she must collaborate with an alluring enemy, igniting a dangerous desire she can't ignore. Bryn faces an impossible choice: her country or her family, her siblings or herself.

• "I couldn’t put the book down." ―Ann Liang, New York Times bestselling author
• "Dark, propulsive, and unflinchingly sharp." ―Aiden Thomas, New York Times bestselling author
• "[A] fierce, unstoppable heroine." ―Claudia Gray, New York Times bestselling author
• "A riveting romance and twists that made me gasp." ―Julia Riew, New York Times bestselling author

Don't miss this gripping tale of survival, duty, and forbidden love. The Deluxe Edition of "Firstborn" is an essential addition for any fantasy romance reader.