Lucifer’s Rose
Book 1 of the Court of Frost duet
Welcome to the Court of Frost
Water spilled from her lips, followed by a ragged, shuddering breath. Her eyes flew open, violet and blinding against the twilight.
She coughed, shivering, fingers clawing weakly at my collar. I caught her hands, steadying her as she dragged in another ragged breath.
“You’re safe,” I said softly, even though my heart was still hammering against my ribs. “You’re safe now.”
Her gaze flicked to mine, confusion and disbelief warring in her expression. She could feel it, the faint hum of her power echoing inside me, though I was never meant to hold it. Her lips parted like she wanted to ask how, but no sound came.
Then she sagged against me, exhausted.
Excerpt from from Lucifer’s Rose.
FAQs
What kind of story is this?
Lucifer’s Rose is a dark fantasy steeped in myth, frost, and rebellion. It follows a soldier bound to a power he doesn’t understand and a woman whose touch could end the world—or save it.
Is there romance?
Yes, but not the gentle kind. The love in Lucifer’s Rose is dangerous, consuming, and shaped by loyalty and defiance. There is also some delicious spice.
Who would enjoy this book?
Readers who love lyrical writing, dark magic, and emotional slow burns—fans of Daughter of Smoke and Bone, Once Upon a Broken Heart, or The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue will feel right at home
What are the main themes?
Power. Identity. Choice.
The story explores what it means to hold darkness within you and whether it can ever be used for good.
What can readers expect?
Haunting dreams, forbidden bonds, battles between angels and demons, and the quiet ache of found family amid chaos.
Is this part of a series?
Yes. Lucifer’s Rose is Book I of the Court of Frost Duet, a two-part saga of love, loss, and divine rebellion.
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