A Blossom at Midnight
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One earns a coveted place among royalty, another is imprisoned by her betrothed, and the third is exiled until he can prove his worth. Can these three fae prevent a war? Rejection has left fae courtier Laec drowning in wine and self-loathing. When Queen Elphame offers him a foreign commission, he eagerly accepts, hoping for a fresh start. However, he soon realizes that healing his heart may ignite the very conflict his queen sent him to avert. Beautiful Çifta values duty and agrees to marry a powerful unseelie prince to please her father. But when she discovers his cold nature and tries to break the engagement, she finds herself imprisoned in a damp fortress, unable to escape. Half-fae Jess dreams of leaving her rural life. Having always obeyed her mother’s orders to hide her pointed ears and winged familiars, she is on the brink of rebellion. At a flower festival, her secrets are exposed, leading to unexpected opportunities. As her new life and magic flourish, she uncovers a serious secret her mother has kept, one that alters everything. A visit to another realm triggers a dark turn of events, setting these three fae on a disastrous collision course. Will they wilt under pressure or become a thorny threat to evil? This poetic first installment in a noblebright fantasy series features independent heroines, enchanting characters, and a rich, nature-filled world.
