# Cruel is the Light

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- Authors: [Sophie Clark](https://www.bookquiver.com/sophie-clark)
- Language: en_GB
- Published: 2025-01-23

## Description

They say love conquers all, but can it win in a war between demons and exorcists – or might it just tear them all apart . . ? A brutal war between demons and humanity has raged across Europe for over a century. At its heart are two elite soldiers: Selene Alleva , a powerful exorcist trained at the prestigious Vatican Academy, and foot soldier, Jules Lacroix , unrivalled in battle. When their paths cross, despite initial distrust – then unwelcome attraction – Jules and Selene discover a terrible secret at the heart of the holy Vatican City. Soon Jules is forced to question everything he’s ever known – including himself. And Selene, unable to ignore her growing feelings for Jules, must make an impossible choice between love and duty.

## Editions

### Cruel Is the Light

- Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
- ISBN: 978-05-9381-075-0
- Pages: 512
- Published: 2026-05-26
- Language: en_US

### Cruel is the Light

- Publisher: Penguin
- ISBN: 978-02-4163-531-5
- Pages: 544
- Published: 2026-01-01
- Language: en_GB

### Cruel is the Light

- Publisher: Penguin
- Medium: audio
- Length: 15 h 37 min
- Narrated by: Fiona Hardingham, Ethan Reid, Steve West
- ISBN: 978-02-4173-026-3
- Published: 2025-01-23
- Language: en_GB

### Cruel is the Light

- Publisher: Penguin
- Medium: ebook
- ISBN: 978-02-4163-532-2
- Published: 2025-01-23
- Language: en_GB

## This book in other languages

- [Bezlitosne światło](https://www.bookquiver.com/sophie-clark/pl/bezlitosne-swiatlo) (pl_PL)