4.4 (96 ratings)

The Demon's Collar: A Dark Fantasy Enemies-to-Lovers Romance (The Bard's Demon)

Name: The Demon's Collar: A Dark Fantasy Enemies-to-Lovers Romance (The Bard's Demon)
Rating: 4.4 (96 reviews)
Author: Lyra Sterling
ISBN: 1968812016

by Lyra Sterling

demons

About this book

Calamity follows the song of a bard, but for Ero, it arrives in the form of a jagged obsidian collar and a demon who refuses to leave her side. After a perilous cave expedition leaves her the sole survivor, she finds herself shackled to Bůk, a disgraced hell-dweller desperate to return to the underworld. What begins as a forced alliance to solve a deadly, ancient puzzle quickly spirals into a volatile game of cat and mouse.

This dark fantasy romance masterfully weaves together the grumpy-sunshine dynamic with the high-stakes tension of an enemies-to-lovers pact. Bůk is a possessive, lethal entity who knows he should despise the woman tethered to his soul, while Ero is a melodic soul grappling with the shocking secrets of her own lineage. Their journey through the treacherous living plane is defined by sharp banter, sizzling chemistry, and a touch-her-and-die possessiveness that will leave readers breathless.

Perfect for fans of Dungeons and Dragons-inspired worlds, this story balances dark spice with a heartwarming found-family arc. As their destinies entwine, Ero and Bůk must decide if their connection is a curse or a salvation. If you crave paranormal romance with grit, humor, and a side of chaos, this is your next obsession.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: 1968812016

Reader Reviews

Bard’s spicy Demon

December 27, 2025

For a DnD player, I loved this book so much. The Bard is true to character, she is always playing or humming a tune. She love to play for others, her lute is hers in every way possible. She falls for a dark, hot, dangerous, Demon who wants her as a toy but could this turn into something more. The Bard is looking for family but fights her need to always be alone. ) One person found this helpful

A great read!

September 9, 2025

🌶🌶🌶 ✅️ Posessive Demon MMC ✅️ Captor/Captive ✅️ Forced Proximity ✅️ Touch her and die ☠️ ✅️ Magic ✅️ Found Family ✅️ Banter & Sarcasm I devoured this book in less than a day, and it made me laugh, smile, and even had me feeling sad/sorry for some of the characters at times. The author does a great job of building her characters and really pulling you into their story and their experiences. Bůk, our MMC, is a demon given form in human flesh. He has a contract to fulfill and is controlled by...

Loved it!

January 11, 2026

Loved the book read it in two days. Can’t wait for the second book to come out. )

Thrilling DnD Adventure!

December 15, 2025

Just when I thought I had everything figured out I realized I didn’t! I really enjoyed this book and the characters. I can’t wait for the next book! )

Demon & Bard

September 3, 2025

I am OBSESSED with this book! It had top-tier spice (check the trigger warnings). But I am so invested in the plot that I actually screamed when I realized the book was over. It ends on a cliffhanger and I wasn't ready! I can't wait to read the next one! ) 2 people found this helpful