A Serpent in the Embers

<p>Ruby Morvannon the last Sidhe assassin of the Nocturnes has survived centuries of bloodshed by following one rule: never hesitate. But when she is commanded to kill Stone-an emerging warrior of the Shadow Court-her instinct falters for the first time. His quiet honor his fierce protectiveness and the dangerous magic woven through his blood awaken something she has long buried.</p><p>As political tensions sharpen between fae courts and the Stygian Darkness twists toward vengeance Ruby becomes entangled in a fate that spans realms and generations. Her choices will shape the rise of future queens the fall of kingdoms and the life of a child whose destiny impacts the mortal world.</p><p><em>A Serpent in the Embers</em> is a dark atmospheric romantasy set long before the events of the Iron King's Assassin series. It blends gothic fae mythology slow-burn romantic tension high-stakes magic and the emotional intensity readers expect from modern romantasy. </p><p>Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas Carissa Broadbent and Jennifer L. Armentrout.</p>