Six Scorched Roses: Characters, spicy chapters and summary
Six Scorched Roses by Carissa Broadbent synopsis/summary:
Six roses. Six vials of blood. Six visits to a vampire who could be her salvation… or her damnation.
Lilith has been dying since the day she was born. But while she long ago came to terms with her own imminent death, the deaths of everyone she loves is an entirely different matter. As her town slowly withers in the clutches of a mysterious god-cursed illness, she takes matters into her own hands.
Desperate to find a cure, Lilith strikes a bargain with the only thing the gods hate even more than her village: a vampire, Vale. She offers him six roses in exchange for six vials of vampire blood–the one hope for her town’s salvation.
But when what begins as a simple transaction gradually becomes something more, Lilith is faced with a terrifying realization: It’s dangerous to wander into the clutches of a vampire… and in a place already suffering a god’s wrath, more dangerous still to fall in love with one.
Six Scorched Roses is a standalone fantasy romance novella set in the world of the Crowns of Nyaxia series, perfect for those who love dark, romantic tales with bite and fans of Sarah J. Maas or Jennifer L. Armentrout.
Six Scorched Roses characters.
There are two main characters in Six Scorched Roses by Carissa Broadbent, narrated from FMC’s Lilith’s point of view, and a small supporting cast of characters
Main characters: Lilith and Vale
Lilith’s all brains, sharp edges, and moral gray zones, the kind of heroine who doesn’t just survive in a brutal world—she thrives, all while making tough choices.
Then there’s Vale, who’s as enigmatic and the epitome of a giant cinnamon roll. He’s the quiet force who complements Lilith’s fire perfectly, proving that sometimes the best matches are forged in blood and secrets.
Their story in Six Scorched Roses is a gorgeous standalone that gives you romance, heartbreak, and just enough world-building to make it feel like dessert after the main course. They might not be the focus of Oraya and Raihn’s chaos, but they’re the perfect bonus track—emotional, haunting, and a little bit magical.
Here is the full list of characters in Six Scorched Roses:
Lilith
Vale
Farrow
Mina
Vitarus
Filip
Eron (mentioned)
Thomassen
Lilith’s father (unnamed)
Rosa (mentioned)
Six Scorched Roses book review.
My rating: ★★★★☆
Short, sweet, and swoony! I loved the Beauty & the Beast vibes in this. And for being under 200 pages, this little gem managed to pack more punch than most full-length novels.
The plot was tight, I cared about the characters and I adored Lilith’s autistically-coded neurodiverse rep, which added layers you don’t often find in shorter reads.
I hope to see more of Lilith and Vale in Six Scorched Roses in future books of this series because I’m smitten!
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Six Scorched Roses by Carissa Broadbent book FAQs.
SPOILER ALERT:
Some answers may spoil Six Scorched Roses if you haven’t read it already. Proceed with caution.
What are the content & trigger warnings for Six Scorched Roses by Carissa Broadbent?
Blood and gore
Blood drinking
Violence
Murder and death
Complicated family relationships
Bigotry
Attempted sexual assault
loss of loved ones
Near-death experiences
A disease endemic
Is Six Scorched Roses part of a series?
Yes, Six Scorched Roses is part of the Crowns of Nyaxia series, but it stands perfectly well on its own. While not essential to enjoy The Serpent and the Wings of Night or its sequel, The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King, it offers a rich, standalone tale that complements the series beautifully.
Can I read Six Scorched Roses before The Serpent and Wings of Night?
Yes you can, if that’s what you want to do, and if, for example, you wanted to get a taste of the Crowns of Nyaxia world without committing to a whole series. Six Scorched Roses is designed to be read as a standalone, allowing for flexibility in the reading order. That said, I followed Carissa Broadbent’s recommended sequence and read it after The Serpent and the Wings of Night. Let me tell you, I couldn’t be happier with that choice—it enriched the world beautifully and added an extra layer of depth to the series.
What is Six Scorched Roses’s age rating?
Six Scorched Roses by Carissa Broadbent is rated for readers aged 18+ containing adult themes, explicit violence, spicy scenes, and explicit language.
Is Six Scorched Roses by Carissa Broadbent spicy?
Yes, Six Scorched Roses is a slow-burn romance and when it gets hot, it gets very spicy.
Spice level: 🌶
2/5, steamy to moderately spicy.
What are the spicy chapters in Six Scorched Roses by Carissa Broadbent?
Whether you’re looking to breeze past the spice, or skip straight to it, I’ve got your back. The spicy chapters in Six Scorched Roses are:
Chapter 6 (on the milder side, think voyeurism)
Chapter 19 (THE spicy chapter)
