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Romantasy · Young adult

Divine Rivals

by Rebecca Ross

4.1 out of 5, from 862 ratings from Hardcover readers

Two rival young journalists compete for a column at a newspaper while the gods are at war. In secret, one of them starts exchanging letters with a stranger through an enchanted typewriter.

Facts last checked 2026-10-16

First published
2023
Pace
Medium
Length
Medium
Pages
356
Format
Book 1 of 2 in Letters of Enchantment
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Read this if you like letters, slow-burn romance and a gentle historical-fantasy atmosphere.

Skip this if you want fast-paced action or spice, since the focus is on emotion, letters and the cost of war.

The feel

Content warnings

  • War
  • Death
  • Grief

Also reported by Hardcover readers:

  • Death of parent
  • Blood
  • Alcoholism
  • Injury/Injury detail
  • Sexual content
  • Violence
  • Vomit
  • Alcohol

Quick answers about Divine Rivals

What is Divine Rivals about?
Two rival young journalists compete for a column at a newspaper while the gods are at war. In secret, one of them starts exchanging letters with a stranger through an enchanted typewriter.
Who should read Divine Rivals?
Read it if you like letters, slow-burn romance and a gentle historical-fantasy atmosphere. Skip it if you want fast-paced action or spice, since the focus is on emotion, letters and the cost of war.
How long and how fast is Divine Rivals?
It is a medium-paced, medium read of about 356 pages, first published in 2023.
Does Divine Rivals have content warnings?
Content we flag: War, Death, Grief.
Can I borrow Divine Rivals for free?
Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Divine Rivals; the borrow button above searches it for you.
What should I read after Divine Rivals?
Readers who liked it often move on to The Book Thief, The Night Circus, Anne of Green Gables.

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