The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King is the second book in the Crowns of Nyaxia series by Carissa Broadbent. Following the unexpected outcome of the Kejari, everything Oraya believed has been shattered. The story continues with Raihn now ruling the House of Night but struggling to gain the support of the nobles and Oraya. When Oraya realizes Raihn is in danger, she rescues him. Together, they form a plan to free their allies, leading them on a journey that reveals family secrets and forces them to confront Vincent's past mistakes. The narrative explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the pursuit of power, concluding with a fight against Simon and Oraya's discovery of the god blood.