Bride of Stars and Sacrifice (Cruel Goddess Book 1)

Epic portal romantasy with a split story that doesn't come together until book 3. Ava is a destitute tavern girl with a mysterious past. She dreams of escape, and hopes Kush, a dangerous stranger, might provide it. Meanwhile, Maria and Elex must wed to end 300 years of conflict, and are pleasantly surprised to find they like each other ...