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At the Mercy of Midnight

At the Mercy of Midnight at XO Book Co.
Date
Friday, 13 November 2026
Time
7.00pm (NZT)
Venue
XO Book Co.
140 Willis Street
Wellington
Bookshop
About this event

Step into a world of ancient magic, dangerous discoveries and irresistible romance as XO Book Co. celebrates the launch of At the Mercy of Midnight, the debut romantasy novel from New Zealand author Chloe Cullen. Perfect for fans of The Mummy and Indiana Jones, this thrilling adventure combines archaeological mysteries, dark academia and a deliciously slow-burning rivals-to-lovers romance. Amelia Winslow and Silas Finley are rival scholars who have spent years trying to outsmart one another. But when an archaeological expedition awakens an ancient magical force, the pair find themselves mysteriously bound together, transported to each other every night at midnight. As they race to unravel the curse, they uncover dangerous secrets, face a mysterious organisation hunting them and discover that the fate of their world may rest in their hands. Based in Tauranga, Chloe Cullen writes captivating fantasy romance filled with magical worlds, emotional twists and unforgettable characters. At the Mercy of Midnight is the first instalment in the Midnight Realm duology. The launch promises a magical evening, with special guests from Capricorn Spirit crystals and Tory + Ko. jewellery, temporary tattoos and other surprises to celebrate the book's release. Whether you're a devoted romantasy reader or simply love a good adventure, come along and celebrate this exciting new release from a Kiwi author.

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Free
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Added 3/11/2026 · Last checked 3/11/2026

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