Fate of Eyrinthia

First the flames . . .When Desfan Cassian, the future ruler of Mortise, skips his fifteenth birthday celebration so he can gamble in the slums, he knows his father won't be pleased. Then again, the serjan hasn't been happy with him in years. And while Desfan anticipates a reprimand for his latest transgression, he doesn't expect to be thrown out of the palace and exiled onto a patrol ship for the next year.Then from the ashes . . .Furious to be trapped on the same sea that stole his family four years ago, Desfan is fully prepared to hate his new life. After all, the Phoenix is run by a strict captain, and Desfan's annoying new bodyguard, Karim, is his constant shadow. But when Desfan learns that a group of dangerous pirates may have been behind the deaths of his mother and sisters, he's suddenly committed to hunting down the truth-no matter the risk.He will rise. ***Fire & Ash is a novella set in the Fate of Eyrinthia series. While it is a prequel story and can be read as a standalone, it is best enjoyed after reading Royal Decoy.*** A #1 New Release on Amazon!

Clare made a mistake when she saved the princess's life . . . In one horrible night, Clare is forced to give up her life as a kitchen maid to become the princess's decoy. Thrust into a dangerous new world of royals and deadly politics, she must learn how to be the princess's perfect double to ensure her betrothal to an enemy prince. Desperate to survive, Clare throws herself into self-defense training, taught by her distractingly attractive bodyguard, Bennick. The spark between them is undeniable, though a relationship is forbidden. When a ruthless assassin begins stalking her, it becomes frighteningly clear that some will stop at nothing to end the tenuous peace-and Clare's life. Across the northern mountains, Prince Grayson is his father's ultimate weapon. His name inspires fear in all who hear it, but no one knows his heavily guarded secret. He carries out every brutal order only because his father holds power over the one person he cares about. Grayson's silent obedience is tested, however, when his father reveals plans to exploit the marriage alliance between two of their greatest enemies. If Grayson submits, the blood of thousands will spill. If he resists, the girl who means everything to him will die. The fate of Eyrinthia hangs in the balance. Some want peace. Some want war. All will be thrown into chaos. Royal Decoy is the first in the Fate of Eyrinthia YA fantasy romance series told from multiple POVs. If you like swoon-worthy romance, complex characters, and non-stop action with epic twists, then you'll love the captivating world of Eyrinthia. A 2020 Swoony Award Finalist!A 2022 Kindle Book Awards Young Adult Semifinalist!

A DECOY recruited to be a spy.A PRINCE forced to become an assassin.A SERJAH pressured by an unwanted crown.A WORLD covered in shadows.Mere months ago, Clare was just a kitchen maid. Now, she is a decoy for Princess Serene and a novice spy, caught in the royal family's web of secrets. While journeying to Mortise to finalize the princess's betrothal to Serjah Desfan, Clare lives for the stolen moments she has with Bennick, the bodyguard who is quickly claiming her heart. But when a notorious assassin is hired to kill her, Clare's life and the alliance hang in the balance.In Ryden, Grayson prepares to leave for Mortise with his brother, Liam. Their orders are to ignite a war between their enemies, and Grayson has been tasked with assassinating Princess Serene. It may cost his soul, but he is ready to comply, as long as he gets something in return: freedom for Mia, the girl he loves. But the more time he spends with his brother, the more he begins to wonder if Liam is what Grayson wishes he had the courage to be . . . a traitor.Desfan feels trapped. By his disapproving council, his impending marriage to a stranger, and the imminent arrival of enemy princes who may not want the peace they profess. When a dangerous drug threatens his people, Desfan jumps at the chance to rely on his swords instead of politics. But his investigation uncovers more than he bargained for-a plot that may destroy Mortise from within.Eyrinthia hovers on the edge of war. Spies. Rebels. Traitors. All must choose a side. A 2021 Swoony Award Finalist!

A DECOY trapped in a dangerous lieA SERJAH searching for the truthA PRINCE caught in a deadly game A WORLD choked by secretsAbducted during a devastating ambush, Clare is now the captive of ruthless mercenaries. Dragged through the wilderness while grieving heart-rending loss, she must maintain the illusion that she is the princess. Because if she lets the mask slip, even for a moment, the Mortisians will have no reason to keep her alive.After arresting traitors close to the crown, Desfan fights to rebuild his court, knowing that the imminent arrival of the Devendran princess will further upset the precarious balance in Mortise. But Desfan's world is rocked when he discovers a rumor that rewrites the most devastating event in his life. He will stop at nothing to find the truth–no matter where it leads.As Grayson struggles to find his footing in Mortise, he discovers new friends and enemies. His life is further complicated by the tenuous alliance with his spymaster brother. With secrets deepening around him, Grayson must decide where his loyalties truly lie. Through it all, his heart remains in Ryden with Mia. Unfortunately, his love for her is no secret, and the Black Hand is a coveted weapon . . .Eyrinthia holds its breath as allies and enemies collide. Secrets. Lies. Betrayals. Nothing will be the same. A #1 Amazon Bestseller!A 2022 Swoony Award Finalist!​A 2022 Whitney Award Nominee!

His to protect When Vera broke Venn's heart, he was shattered. When she was abducted by mercenaries, he vowed to tear Mortise apart to find her. Now, reunited, he is determined to keep her safe–and win back her heart. Of course, things are never that simple. Hers to defendVera has regretted hurting Venn ever since that fateful night in Wexon, but finding the right time to tell him is proving difficult. Traveling with him to Duvan should give her the perfect opportunity, but things take an unexpected turn when they find young children abandoned near a roadside. Theirs to save Helping the children isn't in question, but the detour leads Venn and Vera into the heart of a sinister mystery. The truth they fight to uncover could change everything in Eyrinthia–and may cost them their lives. ***Shield & Blade is book 3.5 in the Fate of Eyrinthia YA fantasy romance series. This novella (which is actually the length of a novel) is best enjoyed after reading Royal Captive.*** A #1 New Release on Amazon!​An Amazon Bestseller!

A PRINCE fighting to save a princess A SERJAH torn between duty and desireA PRINCESS willing to sacrifice everythingA DECOY with nothing to loseA WORLD about to be torn apart After his father's latest punishment, Grayson isn't at his full strength. Trapped in Ryden and surrounded by enemies, he knows escaping with Mia will be more complicated than anticipated. Tyrell is determined to claim Mia for himself, and Henri's plans for the rest of Eyrinthia are more horrific than Grayson ever imagined. Despite the increased danger, he and Mia must return to Mortise and warn Desfan of what's coming-even though it may already be too late.In Mortise, the palace is still reeling from the brutal attack that left many dead and even more wounded. Regardless of the chaos, Desfan is determined to continue with his coronation. As serjan, he hopes to bring stability to his country and solidify the peace with Devendra. But things in Eyrinthia are always complicated. When Prince Liam reveals they may be facing dangers from old enemies, Desfan will have to decide what kind of ruler he will be.Devastating news from home has left Clare broken. Despite her heartache, she must once again be Serene's decoy when a terrifying report sends the princess on an unexpected mission to Zennor. Left at the palace, Clare helps Desfan build trust with the elite in Mortise while guarding a treasonous secret. Because as her grief transforms into a burning desire for vengeance, she is finally ready to embrace a new role-rebel.Eyrinthia is consumed by uncertainty. Duty. Desire. Sacrifice. Every rebellion has its cost. A #1 Amazon Bestseller!A #1 New Release on Amazon!A 2023 Whitney Award Nominee!A 2023 Swoony Award Finalist!

All she wanted . . . Seventeen-year-old Iris Winn loves her quiet life with her father, studying the poisons that fascinate them both. But after his sudden death, Iris is now the ward of her estranged aunt and uncle. In order to claim her inheritance, she must live in the capital city of Lenzen for one year. While there, she must attend parties, balls, and participate in every other vapid thing the elite of Ryden value. Iris doesn't care about learning their rules or joining their ranks–her only goal is to endure the next year. Then she meets Prince Henri Kaelin. Everything they demanded . . . Every young woman in Lenzen wants Henri–except for Iris. Unfortunately, the prince only has eyes for her. The king has decreed that Henri must choose a bride before his birthday, and Iris is determined it won't be her. Dodging a prince's focused attention while placating her relatives and the rest of Ryden's high society is exhausting–and more dangerous than Iris could have ever imagined. She is about to learn that not all games are innocent, and some smiles are more lethal than poison. Luckily, Iris is a quick study, and this is a game she is determined to win. She would take it all.***Crown & Serpent is a Fate of Eyrinthia prequel novella that's actually the length of a novel. This villain origin story was released after Royal Rebel, but it can be read at any point in the series.*** A #1 New Release on Amazon!