LUCIFER ASCENDING (Vol. 1)

One Sinful Secret

  • English sample translation available.
  • 335,000 copies sold across the author’s previous series Vampire Royals and Dragonbound.
  • Perfect for readers longing to lose themselves in an intoxicating Romantasy duology of dark desires and lethal stakes: Lucifer Ascending offers a bargain crueler than hell, a conspiracy more powerful than the devil, and a love stronger than death.
  • Volume 2 will be published in November '26.

  • Topics: Romantasy (slightly dark), Morally Grey Characters, Forced Proximity, Why Choose (when they’re in the same body), Friends to Lovers, Enemies to Lovers, The Devil in Disguise, Sacrifice, Hidden Identity, ADHD Representation, Forbidden Love

"You can escape death. But the Devil will never let you go."

Modern-day Edinburgh. As the daughter of a demon, Lilian is considered a threat. She has spent her entire life in the custody of an Order of demon hunters, fighting every single day to prove her loyalty. Even the slightest slip-up could have cost her everything, as plenty of people want her dead.

But now, Lilian has finally succeeded: The Council has recognised her as a full-fledged member of the Order. She plans to celebrate her newfound freedom with her training partner, Jupiter - and perhaps finally give in to the long-suppressed feelings between them. But then they are called to a mission - and Lilian dies. 

Devastated, Jupiter is willing to pay any price to bring her back. Even if it means making a pact with the Devil himself. In exchange for her life, he grants Lucifer temporary control over his body. He has no idea of the cruel plans the Devil is harbouring. Or that Lucifer is about to ensnare Lilian in a dangerous game of deception and seduction ...

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  • Publisher: KYSS
  • Release: 15.05.2026
  • ISBN: 978-3-499-01707-0
  • 528 Pages
  • Series: Lucifer-Dilogie
  • Author: Marie Niehoff

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Marie Niehoff

Marie Niehoff, born in 1996, has been captivated by fantastical stories since she was a child, with a particular fondness for tales that include romance. Beyond her writing, she enjoys painting, creating mood boards, tending to her many houseplants, and reading tarot cards.
Her debut fantasy novel, “When The King Falls,” quickly became a Spiegel bestseller upon its release. The success continued with her second book, “The Queen Will Rise,” which reached the number 1 spot on the list. “Burning Crown,” the first book in her new Dragonbound trilogy, has also achieved the status of a Spiegel No.1 bestseller. To date, her books have been translated into seven languages.