BOOK ONE
FORGING SILVER INTO STARS
Forbidden magic. Secret romance. Dangerous alliances.
When nineteen-year-old Tycho, the King’s Courier, arrives in the remote village of Briarlock, he hopes to escape the demands of his new life in the royal court, where magic reigns for the first time in ages. He doesn’t expect to fall for a handsome blacksmith with a bruised heart.
After years of cruelty in his father’s forge, Jax never dared to dream of a better life–until a magic-wielding young lord shows him an enticing alternative. But when rumors of a rebellion reach Briarlock, Jax wonders who he can trust–and if he’ll even survive.
Jax’s best friend, Callyn, doesn’t trust anyone–especially not a handsome stranger with magic, which killed her parents years ago. When another royal emissary arrives, seeking a co-conspirator, Callyn finds herself embroiled in a plot that could lead them all to ruin. . .
As tensions flare throughout the kingdom, it won’t be long before everyone must choose a side.
War is brewing. Passions are building. And magic may doom–or save–them all.
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BOOK TWO
Dangerous magic. Fateful choices. Broken promises.
The King’s Courier Tycho has made a treacherous bargain. Now beholden to the magical scraver who saved King Gray’s life, one false move could end everything.
Jax escaped his life in Briarlock and traveled with Tycho to Emberfall. But life outside his small village brings unexpected challenges–and unlikely adversaries.
After years of hating the royal family and their magic, Callyn never expected to be at the Queen’s side, with magic on her fingertips. But at the royal court, she can’t trust anyone–including the man she thought she loved.
Cast apart, Tycho, Jax, and Callyn must learn to wield the magic that is dividing their kingdom. As the magical scravers attack from the north and the king’s rivals gain strength, time is running out.
War is looming. Love is tested. And magic could be the only answer. . .
CARVING SHADOWS INTO GOLD
BOOK THREE
SPARKING FIRE OUT OF FATE
Broken loyalties. Uncertain fates. Two kingdoms hanging in the balance…
Callyn has grown closer to Queen Lia Mara in Syhl Shallow, bonded by the secret magic they share. But their magic can stay hidden only so long, especially when a dangerous plot on the Queen's life forces Callyn to work with the man who betrayed her.
In Emberfall, Tycho and Jax are struggling to rebuild their connection after months apart, complicated when they learn of Truthbringers causing trouble at the borders. Sent to investigate together, Jax and Tycho soon discover that the rebellious faction has formed a devil's bargain with the magical scravers to destroy human magic once and for all.
When their missions bring them together, Tycho, Jax, and Callyn find themselves facing threats from all sides. With one last chance to save their magic and their kingdoms, they must work together, or lose everything.
War has erupted. Love is tested. And without sacrifice, magic could destroy everyone . . .
THE EXHILARATING FINALE RELEASES JAN 27, 2026
ENTER THE WORLD
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“Propulsive, intricate plotting and intimate first-person-present narration.”
—Publishers Weekly, starred review
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“A fiercely hopeful exploration of loyalty, perception, and agency in the face of fear, misinformation, and violence.”
—Kirkus Reviews, starred review
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“With fresh takes on familiar fantasy tropes, plus gorgeous world building, this book spins one intriguing mystery after another as these three memorable voices fight to follow their hearts, despite the odds.”
—Booklist
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“A glorious amalgam of fantasy and historical fiction. . . . A breathless romance.”
—School Library Connection
FINISH FORGING SILVER INTO STARS?
CHECK OUT THE Q&A ABOUT FSIS AND ITS FUTURE
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Yes, Sinna’s storyline came to me very early on. I love using children in stories and she was so much fun to write! I’ve already written a chapter with Sinna, Callyn, and Nora in the second book. Here’s a sneak peek:
Princess Sinna keeps fiddling with the buckle on his jacket and says, “Well, I would very much like some sweetcakes, Da.”
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This is probably my most frequently asked question. So many people want a royal wedding scene. Should I do it?
Royal Wedding (86%)
No way, not their series (14%) -
Oh, there is SO much more to Alek’s story.
Here’s a sneak peek of him, too:
Nora grabs hold of his hair with her other hand, twisting hard. I know this move well from when we were younger and used to squabble over chores. “Cally-cal, help me punch him!”
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This one is a little tougher to answer, mostly because I wrote a lot of their trauma from a raw and personal place, so I find it very meaningful that so many readers are relating to them in such a powerful way.
Here’s a sneak peek at Tycho and Jax:
I catch his arms. “You can demand anything you like, Jax.”
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Tycho and Rhen took me by surprise – but I LOVE how their chapters turned out. That’s the best kind of writing surprise.
As for Jax and Rhen, um … here’s a sneak peek from THEIR first solo conversation: (monkey eyes)
Prince Rhen says, “I’m going to leave, Jax. Before this conversation ends in a way that we’ll both regret.”
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Yes for sure!
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Practically none at all. Book two opens within days of the final events in book one.
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Yes!! Lots!!
Here’s a sneak peek of Nolla Verin:
Nolla Verin smiles. “Spean an hour with me and I’ll teach you how to peel the bones out of his fingers”
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Right now I’ve only written chapters for Tycho, Callyn, and Jax. But that doesn’t mean anything.
‼️ SPOILERS AHEAD! ‼️