Fate's Sweetest Curse (Mirrors of Fate) by Nicola Victory

Mysterious alchemy and sinister monsters meet academy vibes in this spicy slow-burn romantasy about hidden identities, cursed Fates, and forbidden love. Some secrets are too monstrous to keep. Nine years ago, an attempt on Hattie’s life forced her into hiding. All Hattie wants now is the freedom to be herself and fulfill her dream of becoming an apothecary—so when a prestigious alchemist invites Hattie to lend her talents to a research program seeking to eradicate a curse from the realm, in spite of the risks, she accepts. What she doesn’t expect is for Noble Asheren to be a part of the study, too. Not only was he her childhood best friend and the only man to break her heart, it’s his fault Hattie went into hiding all those years ago, and their reunion could prove disastrous. Noble Asheren has monster blood in his veins—and the potions he’s been taking to keep the curse at bay are losing effectiveness. No one can know about his curse; for the sake of Hattie’s safety and his own, Noble is determined to keep his distance. Read more