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by Melissa K. Roehrich · Lady of Darkness #3
2022 · 658 pages · Lady of Darkness
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📚 Book 3 of an ongoing series (4 published)
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When Scarlett returns home after a devastating sacrifice that cost her everything, she discovers the true price of her choices cuts far deeper than she ever imagined—and now she's forced into an impossible decision between saving innocents and protecting those she loves most. Across the realms, Crown Prince Callan grapples with his own dark obligations while navigating treacherous political games, only to find unexpected allies in the shadows, while Queen Talwyn guards her Courts with fierce determination against the true evil that threatens them all. With fire, darkness, and strategy colliding in a world where one misstep could shatter everything, these three must somehow find their way through the ashes of sacrifice and deception. This sweeping epic delivers complex characters, high stakes, and a hauntingly beautiful exploration of what we're willing to lose for love and loyalty.
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Dark gothic romance meets fae enchantment—sensual, intense, and haunting. Blend ethereal orchestral strings with moody electronic beats, sultry vocals, and industrial undertones. Think Evanescence, The Midnight, and Hozier. Passionate yet dangerous, where sacrifice and forbidden desire collide.
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