{"product_id":"starside-by-alex-aster-starside-1","title":"Starside by Alex Aster (Starside #1)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eStarside by Alex Aster (Starside #1)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarside by Alex Aster (Starside #1) \u003cem data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"102\"\u003eStarside\u003c\/em\u003e is a thrilling adult romantasy by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eAlex Aster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the bestselling author of the \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eLightlark series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Blending epic fantasy, high-stakes competition, and enemies-to-lovers tension, this novel introduces a richly imagined world where power must be earned—not inherited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69f34b5c-ec1c-83e8-9429-c3daada347e1-6\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-38\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"a258a163-89ab-4973-bc85-dc38b2b05166\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"822\"\u003eCenturies ago, a devastating war divided the land into two realms: Starside, a paradise ruled by immortals and descendants of the gods, and Stormside, where mortals struggle to survive with limited access to magic. Every fifty years, the gates between the realms open, allowing fifty challengers to enter Starside in pursuit of a powerful source of magic capable of granting healing, wealth, or extended life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"824\" data-end=\"912\"\u003eFor most, it is a chance at a better future. For Aris, it is an opportunity for revenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003eAfter witnessing the destruction of her village and the loss of her family at the hands of a goddess, Aris has only one goal—to bring down the very beings worshipped as divine. But before she can cross into Starside, she must survive the Culling, a brutal competition designed to select the strongest and most capable challengers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003eAs a blacksmith’s apprentice with no noble lineage, Aris is at a disadvantage compared to the elite heirs of powerful houses. However, in a world where the strongest weapons are not inherited but claimed, she gains a rare and powerful sword—one that marks her as both a formidable contender and a dangerous target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003eOnce inside Starside, the true challenge begins. The realm is far more perilous than legend suggests, filled with deadly magical creatures, ruthless immortals, and ancient threats that even the gods fear. Trust becomes a luxury Aris cannot afford—especially when she is forced to work alongside Harlan Raker, a mysterious and merciless king’s guard who betrayed her in the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"2149\"\u003eAs alliances shift and dangers escalate, Aris must navigate betrayal, survival, and the growing power within her. But she carries a secret tied to her past—one that could change the balance of power forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2355\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2161\"\u003eStarside\u003c\/em\u003e is an action-packed and emotionally intense fantasy romance perfect for readers who love strong heroines, deadly trials, magical worlds, and stories where vengeance, power, and destiny collide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2355\"\u003eRomantasy, Fantasy Romance, Epic Fantasy, Strong Female Lead, Magic and Adventure, Deadly Competition, Enemies to Lovers, Revenge Story, Sword and Sorcery, Dark Fantasy, Kingdoms and Power, Action Fantasy, Magical Creatures, Book Recommendation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Order On Door","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":51211921260859,"sku":null,"price":1260.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":51211921293627,"sku":null,"price":1660.0,"currency_code":"PKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0912\/2096\/7739\/files\/Starside_by_Alex_Aster_Book_Cover.png?v=1777729256","url":"https:\/\/orderondoor.com\/products\/starside-by-alex-aster-starside-1","provider":"Order On Door","version":"1.0","type":"link"}