In "A Light in the Flame" by Jennifer L. Armentrout, Sera faces dire circumstances as she struggles against Kolis, the tyrannical false King of Gods, to protect the mortal realm. With the revelation of her deadly plans, her fragile alliance with Nyktos is strained, worsened by their growing but forbidden passion. As Nyktos and Sera reluctantly work together to thwart Kolis's dangerous reign, Sera must also contend with her rising Primal power, which brings her closer to the lethal end of her Culling. Amidst increasing threats, Sera's survival hinges on feelings Nyktos is unsure he can offer, even as her Ascension—and potentially her life—hangs in the balance.