Rydaria
lives as a prisoner in a tower library. Captured as a child, her past
is a mystery. Maintaining the literary treasures within her care, she
studies the world through books that give her a glimpse of the
freedom she craves.
A
scribe by trade, Crispin has devoted the last three years of his life
seeking the lost heir of Avalene. He travels to Worthenave’s famed
library in hopes of finding the key. Instead, he discovers a new
mystery, a beautiful librarian who is locked in with her books every
night.
As
the days pass, Crispin must choose. Rydaria’s precarious situation
is deteriorating. Meanwhile, his duty demands he leave before the
Duke of Worthenave uncovers his quest. Still, the scribe can’t
bring himself to abandon the captive in the library tower, even if it
costs him his mission.
Inspired
by Rapunzel and East of the Sun West of the Moon
Rachel
Rossano is a happily married mother of three children. She spends her
days teaching, mothering, and keeping the chaos at bay. After the
little ones are in bed, she immerses herself in the fantasy worlds of
her books. Tales of romance, adventure, and virtue set in a medieval
fantasy world are her preference, but she also writes speculative
fantasy and a bit of science fiction.
In
a world where seventh born sons are valued for their strength and
power, she is born a daughter.
Zezilia
Ilar is the disappointment. Born after six brothers, she was supposed
to be the son to restore her family’s prestige. She intends to
remedy her shortcomings by being a dutiful daughter, marrying well
and producing children, preferably a set of seven sons. But when
someone offers her an alternative, she begins to dream of more.
In
a society that worships a goddess, he follows the Almighty.
Hadrian
Aleron, as a seventh son of a seventh son, stands to take up the
second highest position in government, Sept Son. His main
qualification for office is his birth. Despite preparing for this
role from childhood, he does not desire what is to come. As a
follower of the Almighty, he knows he will be the target of many, and
his faith might eventually lead to death.
Zezilia
Ilar joins the sept son's entourage as a defender. Her growing Talent
ability makes her a target for the Elitists, and her gender makes
people question her competence. She must protect the sept son.
Any
mistake could be fatal.
Hadrian
Aleron always knew his beliefs would cause trouble, but he didn't
realize how much. Rebels are rising. He could lose his title, his
position, and if he's not careful, his life. As the assassination
attempts grow bolder, Hadrian must rely upon his young defender and
their shared faith in the Almighty to keep him from faltering.
The
Defenderis
the second in a trilogy. Reading Seventh
Bornfirst
is recommended.
Separated,
but still joined, they strive for freedom.
Left
behind at the sept son's compound, Zezilia Ilar struggles with the
after effects of her prolonged commisceo-link with Hadrian. She
devotes herself to caring for the wounded arriving almost daily from
the battlefields. Pressed to perform procedures and make decisions
far beyond her training, Zez grows in confidence and skill. All the
while, she wonders if she'll see Hadrian again, fearing the worst
possible news will arrive any day.
Sept
Son Hadrian Aleron fights to bring peace to his home nation. Allied
with the new high king, he and a small army of Talented struggle to
retake the capital city. Elitists, though scattered, continue to pick
off the strongest of his men. As he battles the remnants of the
commisceo-link and tries to organize the campaign, he begins losing
himself to exhaustion. Only a miracle will keep him alive.
Living
Sacrificeis
the third in a trilogy. Reading Seventh
Bornand The
Defenderfirst
is recommended.
Rachel
Rossano is a happily married mother of three children. She spends her
days teaching, mothering, and keeping the chaos at bay. After the
little ones are in bed, she immerses herself in the fantasy worlds of
her books. Tales of romance, adventure, and virtue set in a medieval
fantasy world are her preference, but she also writes speculative
fantasy and a bit of science fiction.
The royal wedding approaches and the country is alive with anticipation.
Among the craftsmen traveling to the capital is Constance Rendare and her family. An artist, a widow of an unhappy marriage, and the mother of a young son, she dreams of escaping the cruel servitude of her father’s household.
Wilard Naron serves the Earl of Dentin. He returns to the capital, his childhood home, to collect his earnings and finally free himself from his father’s reputation.
Kidnappings, bandits, and a plot against the king complicate the journey. The conflicts throw Constance and Wilard together as their circumstances grow steadily worse. The more the pair uncovers, the direr the future looks for the country and for them.
The Earl of Dentin returns. Eight stories ranging from short story to novelette in length give us greater understanding into why Dentin is the complex and enigmatic man he is. It also includes new adventures that happen between Honor and the next Rhynan novel.
Passing the Mantle – An ill-fated hunting trip
Forging Friendships – Recruiting able-bodied men ineligible for knighthood
The Sword of Korma Monroe – A sword made for trouble
Turning Point – A duke and an earl plot treason
The Bittersweet Pear – A marital misunderstanding
Isbeth’s Redemption – Dentin doesn’t make a good first impression
A Squire’s Love – Reginald’s quest
Restoration – A trip to Braulyn produces unexpected company
The Earl of Dentin excels in his position as Securer of the Realm. But the king’s order to pluck an orphaned child from a loving home unsettles Dentin. When a dark-eyed woman challenges his honor regarding the mission, Dentin finds himself unable to justify his actions or get her out of his mind. Something about her lack of fear intrigues him.
Lady Elsa Reeve attempts to avoid the marriage of convenience her brother and mother demand of her. She understands the need to pay off her brother's massive debt. She only wants her family to consider her wishes in the process.
As Elsa becomes further entangled in a snare of her brother’s creating, only one man defends her. But can she trust Dentin, her unlikely champion, and his motives? With a murderer on the loose, Elsa’s fate in jeopardy, and a traitor plotting against the king, Dentin finds his priorities shifting in an unexpected direction.
Tomas Dyrease, the newly made Earl of Irvaine and the village of Wisenvale, owes his good fortune to his king and the recent civil war. When his benefactor demands Tomas marry the cousin of a noble, he obeys. However, no one warned him that she wasn’t a typical noblewoman.
Duty to Others
Brielle Solarius struggles to keep her village from starvation under the new Lord Wisten, her cousin. The men rode off to war and never returned. The remaining women and children face a dire winter if they do not find a solution soon. When she learns her cousin sold her into marriage to save his life, she isn’t surprised. However, she is taken aback by Lord Irvaine’s unpolished ways. Was this man a noble or a foot soldier?
Duty to Each Other
Bound by the words of their vows, they face a rough future. They must forge a marriage while battling betrayal, accusations of treason, and villains from the past. Survival depends on their precarious trust in each other. Failure could mean death.
Rachel Rossano is a happily married mother of three children. She spends her days teaching, mothering, and keeping the chaos at bay. After the little ones are in bed, she immerses herself in the fantasy worlds of her books. Tales of romance, adventure, and virtue set in a medieval fantasy world are her preference, but she also writes speculative fantasy and a bit of science fiction. You can find out more about Rachel by clicking here: https://www.rachelrossano.com/media-kit
