Jumia Books Divine Rivals Author: Rebecca Ross

Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross is a lyrical and emotionally charged fantasy novel that blends romance, war, and magic into a story of resilience and connection. Set in a world where gods wage war and society teeters on collapse, the novel follows two young journalists—rivals in the newsroom—who unknowingly begin exchanging letters through a magical typewriter.

As the conflict escalates and secrets unravel, Iris Winnow and Roman Kitt find themselves drawn into a deeper mystery that challenges their loyalties, beliefs, and hearts. What begins as anonymous correspondence becomes a lifeline, a love story, and a rebellion against forces far greater than themselves.

The cover’s intertwined typewriter keys, red vines, and glowing flowers evoke the novel’s central themes: beauty in chaos, intimacy in resistance, and the power of words to transcend war.

???? Key Themes:

Enemies-to-lovers romance with emotional depth and slow-burn tension

Fantasy world-building featuring divine conflict and magical communication

Journalism and truth-seeking as acts of rebellion and hope

Grief, loyalty, and personal growth in the face of war and loss

Poetic prose that elevates character-driven storytelling

???? Kenyan Relevance:

For Kenyan youth, creatives, and literature lovers, Divine Rivals offers:

A fresh take on fantasy that blends emotional realism with imaginative world-building

Inspiration for writers and poets exploring themes of love, resistance, and storytelling

Discussion material for book clubs and literature circles focused on character development and moral dilemmas

A gateway into speculative fiction for readers seeking more than traditional fantasy tropes

???? Cataloging Suggestions:

Category: Fantasy / Romance / Young Adult Fiction

Bundles: Pair with Fourth Wing, An Ember in the Ashes, or The Night Circus for a “Magic & Resistance” bundle

Audience Tags: Young Adults, Fantasy Lovers, Romance Readers, Creative Writers