
Hospital for Immortal Creatures
A Slow-Burn Modern Gothic Romantic Fantasy
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Amidst the ancient peaks of Sofia, hidden from mortal eyes, stands the Hospital for Immortal Creatures.
But now, even the immortal are not safe.
Mikhail Korovin, a fierce manticore with a reputation as sharp as his claws, has spent centuries guarding the balance of the immortal world.
He built the Hospital as a sanctuary, but when a deadly threat infiltrates its walls, the Oracle gives him a cryptic task — protect a human.
Amelia, a driven medical resident, never expected her life to collide with monsters and myths. But when she’s pulled into Mikhail’s hidden world, she becomes entangled in a battle far beyond her understanding.
But as enemies close in and immortality begins to fail, Mikhail and Amelia are forced into an uneasy alliance — one that sparks something neither of them are ready for.
Hospital for Immortal Creatures is a slow-burn, character-driven dark fantasy about damage, power, and the impossible weight of time.
For readers who crave emotionally layered stories, morally grey characters, and tension that lives between the lines.
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★★★★★ “A thrilling slow burn romantasy.”
★★★★★ “I couldn't put it down.”
★★★★★ “Completely Engaging Story!”
★★★★★ “Phenomenally well written.”
★★★★★ “You will love this incredible, and fun to read five star plus story!”
★★★★★ “A Stunning Paranormal Mysterious Romance.”
★★★★★ “A fast-paced intriguing read!”
★★★★★ “Excellent Reading!”
★★★★★ “A breathtaking blend of fantasy, emotion, and deep human (or not-so-human) connections.”
★★★★★ “Both thrilling and thought-provoking.”
★★★★★ “Fans of fantasy with a philosophical edge will adore this gem.”
★★★★★ “Captivating.”
★★★★★ “This thrilling tale is packed with unforgettable characters and a gripping plot that will keep you on the edge of your seat, making it impossible to put the book down!”
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