Lendle

In a kingdom on the brink of annihilation, the unrelenting Storm Lord of Ver’Sut descends like a tempest, conquering all in his path. As the proud walls of Terrenholdt crumble and King Josiah Dross falls in battle, Queen Liana flees into the night with her newborn son, clutching the hope of her kingdom’s future in her arms. But survival comes at a perilous cost, as her journey leads her into the mystical Faewild, a realm teeming with ancient magic, fractious alliances, and secrets buried by time.By her side is Aerendil Moonwhisper, a Fae sworn to protect her, bound by oaths and shadowed by a past he cannot escape. Beyond Terrenholdt’s borders, Aerendil’s encounter with Queen Celestria, ruler of the Faewild and the grandmother of his hidden son, threatens to unravel forbidden truths of love, sacrifice, and betrayal. As ancient powers stir and alliances fracture, Aerendil must confront an impossible choice between loyalty to his mortal companions and the family he never knew he had.But even as Liana and her companions seek sanctuary, relentless forces close in. Tasked by the tyrannical Storm Lord, Valeria Al’Sut and the merciless Sutori pursue their quarry across burning forests and enchanted glades, armed with cruelty and an unyielding command: destroy all obstacles. Their hunt becomes a moral crucible for Kael, one of the Sutori, torn between his sworn duty and the guilt of blind destruction that scorches both land and soul.As destinies collide, the shadow of an ancient power looms over all—a forgotten, primal force hidden beneath Eodarrin’s soil and ice, threatening to reshape the world. Wars of steel and fire blend with magic both wondrous and deadly as kingdoms fall, villages burn, and the lines between hero and villain blur."The world-building is phenomenal... The characters bring out so much emotion while you read. When I say I can't wait for more, I meant it. Anyone who sees these books should give them a read." - ★★★★★ Amazon Review"A cast of characters equally written to provoke my feelings... Here lies the strength of the book. There were various amounts of personalities to choose from, with whom the readers may relate. A smorgasbord of backstory also piqued my senses and created a variety of complexity." - ★★★★★ Reedsy ReviewPerfect for readers who love Robin Hobb's character depth and George R.R. Martin's political intrigue, A Tempest of Shadows weaves a tale where light battles darkness, and the price of survival might cost everything. In a tale of loyalty and betrayal, of forbidden love and enduring hope, the stage is set for the age-old struggle between light and shadow. But in the face of overwhelming darkness, can a shattered kingdom, a broken man, and a mother’s love stand against a tempest of power that threatens to consume them all?A Tempest of Shadows is an epic dark fantasy brimming with battlefields and betrayal, ancient magic and harrowing choices—a story where survival, sacrifice, and the bonds of blood will shape the dawn of a new age, or see the world plunge into eternal night.