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by J. Bree · The Mortal Fates #1
2023 · 656 pages · J Bree
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When a disgraced warrior discovers she's the legendary Witch of the Woods—destined mate to the ruthless fae prince she's been sent to help—everything she's sacrificed for threatens to crumble. Rookesbane has spent her life serving a king that was never truly hers, and now the fates are demanding she forge an alliance with the very enemy her magic is bound to oppose. With war ravaging the land and her newfound powers awakening in dangerous ways, she'll have to decide whether duty or desire will guide her next move. This is epic fantasy romance at its finest—full of high stakes, sizzling tension, and a slow-burn connection that'll have you desperate to flip the pages.
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Ethereal yet haunting folk and indie ballads with orchestral undertones. Think sweeping strings, whispered vocals, and atmospheric production—the ache of forbidden connection, ancient magic stirring, duty warring with desire. Artists like Florence + The Machine, Hozier, and Enya meet soft, lush romantasy energy.
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