Legends of Light Series by Hope Ann

Adrian didn’t intend to trigger a curse when he broke the rules about touching the King’s roses.To be honest, he didn’t think much as to what would happen beyond, hopefully, convincing the woman he loved of his undying devotion. After dooming himself and the others living in his valley, however, the term ‘undying’ takes on a new meaning. Because dying means rest, and rest is something Adrian doesn’t deserve.Not yet... moreAdrian didn’t intend to trigger a curse when he broke the rules about touching the King’s roses.To be honest, he didn’t think much as to what would happen beyond, hopefully, convincing the woman he loved of his undying devotion. After dooming himself and the others living in his valley, however, the term ‘undying’ takes on a new meaning. Because dying means rest, and rest is something Adrian doesn’t deserve.Not yet. As months roll into years, and scars layer upon scars, Adrian works desperately to undo the curse he caused. But in the end, will any effort be enough? Or will another be needed to set the promised oath free?A Beauty and the Beast prequel, Rose of the Night is a timeless tale of forbidden roses, jealous love, and bitter betrayal. A story of a promise given and of a hope received. The story of the Oathkeeper. less

Picking a rose was a stupid way to trigger a curse, in Elissa’s opinion. But there’s no arguing with the strange, scarred host of a hidden valley who’s taken her brother captive. Without the resources to mount a rescue, Elissa desperately settles for the next best thing: exchanging her freedom for her brother.But the longer she stays in the valley, the more Elissa realizes it isn’t just her prison. It holds secrets that her host jealously guards. Secrets that could hold the key to her escape... morePicking a rose was a stupid way to trigger a curse, in Elissa’s opinion. But there’s no arguing with the strange, scarred host of a hidden valley who’s taken her brother captive. Without the resources to mount a rescue, Elissa desperately settles for the next best thing: exchanging her freedom for her brother.But the longer she stays in the valley, the more Elissa realizes it isn’t just her prison. It holds secrets that her host jealously guards. Secrets that could hold the key to her escape. Except maybe the curse isn’t a curse at all. And maybe secrets are the only thing keeping her alive. A Beauty and the Beast retelling, Rose of the Oath weaves the timeless elements of roses and captors and beauties with deeper shades of betrayal, sorrow, and sacrifice.The first novella in the Legends of Light series, this short novel is a stand-alone story and contains a handful of allegorical themes. less

A glittering sword. An ancient oath. A blackened rose. And a melody which ties it all together. Evrard and Roinette, twins separated at birth, are caught in a battle beyond their own limited powers. With their ability to walk in the melody realm, catching glimpses of the light and darkness underlying Aslaria, comes even more danger. Deadly mistbenders. Writhing walls of blankness. Hateful drumbeats. As a warrior in the Melody, Evrard has seen it all... moreA glittering sword. An ancient oath. A blackened rose. And a melody which ties it all together. Evrard and Roinette, twins separated at birth, are caught in a battle beyond their own limited powers. With their ability to walk in the melody realm, catching glimpses of the light and darkness underlying Aslaria, comes even more danger. Deadly mistbenders. Writhing walls of blankness. Hateful drumbeats. As a warrior in the Melody, Evrard has seen it all. But his own ability in the melody realm pales in comparison to the Prince’s melody, the legendary prowess of past Wingmasters, and even the depth of his sister’s song. To rescue Roinette and evade the trap almost certainly set for him by those who want his power, Evrard knows he’ll have to be careful. Even if he can find the Wingmaster’s sword, there’s no assurance he’ll be able to defeat a mistbender on his own. In the end, will his and Roinette’s efforts matter if the Prince brings an ancient oath to fulfillment, shaking the very foundation of Aslaria? Perfect for those who love fantasy, but don’t have the time to sit down for a full-length novel, this second novella in the Legends of Light series presents the story of Rapunzel as you have never read it before. A fantasy saturated story, with mist covered Shadowfens, ancient oaths, and a legendary sword, this is more than a mere retelling of a favorite fairy tale. Each novella focuses on one of the nine aspects of the Fruit of the Spirit while also following the conflict between the Prince and Tauscher and retelling popular fairy tales in a clean, exciting, and inspiring manner. Note: A novella is not a full-length novel. At 107 pages, this novella is a fairly quick read which can be finished in one or two hours. less

When the war ended, it would have been easy for Haydn to vanish into the dark, trackless forests surrounding his home like so many other defeated rebels. His mother would have helped him. As would his sister. But Haydn knows better than anyone what he’s done and what his actions deserve. Not to mention the actions of his former comrades. Actions that currently involve a stolen stormestone and the safety of his sister. Haydn will protect her at all costs, and the other rebels know it... moreWhen the war ended, it would have been easy for Haydn to vanish into the dark, trackless forests surrounding his home like so many other defeated rebels. His mother would have helped him. As would his sister. But Haydn knows better than anyone what he’s done and what his actions deserve. Not to mention the actions of his former comrades. Actions that currently involve a stolen stormestone and the safety of his sister. Haydn will protect her at all costs, and the other rebels know it.Forced to follow a breadcrumb trail strewn with shadows, lies, and duty to those he loves, Haydn’s bitterest fight begins just as the war ends. It’s a fight he intends to win.Even if it means rejecting the pardon that could save his life.A Hansel and Gretel retelling, Shadows of the Hersweald weaves the timeless elements of sibling love, breadcrumb trails, and glowing flames with the raw emotions of loyalty, betrayal, and guilt.The third novella in the Legends of Light series, this short novel is a stand-alone story and contains a handful of allegorical themes. less

Echoes of ancient legends lurk in the shadows of war.Elissa, a stubborn village lass, attempts to save her brother but ends up trapped in a hidden valley with a captor covered in beastly scars.Evrard, a wingmaster in the Prince’s army, races against deadly mistbenders to discover a golden-haired girl trapped in a tower before his own song flickers out.Haydn, a reluctantly pardoned rebel, follows a breadcrumb trail of shadows and lies to protect his sister and find a stolen stormestone... moreEchoes of ancient legends lurk in the shadows of war.Elissa, a stubborn village lass, attempts to save her brother but ends up trapped in a hidden valley with a captor covered in beastly scars.Evrard, a wingmaster in the Prince’s army, races against deadly mistbenders to discover a golden-haired girl trapped in a tower before his own song flickers out.Haydn, a reluctantly pardoned rebel, follows a breadcrumb trail of shadows and lies to protect his sister and find a stolen stormestone.BonusBefore the war, before the legends, before the cursed rose, there was a man who started it all. There was a rebellion, a promise, and a sacrifice. There was the Oathkeeper.Fairy tales retold as you have never heard them before. less

Verus specializes in finding people, like members of the secret midnight meetings the tyrannical city governor wants hunted down. With only the scribbled clues of a former comrade and a hidden pair of shapeless slippers concealed beneath a windowsill, Verus begins his search. He has three days to find these so-called Subverters.Finding and handing them over, however, are two very different things. Especially when the infuriatingly distracting woman he’s taken to calling “Princess” gets involved... moreVerus specializes in finding people, like members of the secret midnight meetings the tyrannical city governor wants hunted down. With only the scribbled clues of a former comrade and a hidden pair of shapeless slippers concealed beneath a windowsill, Verus begins his search. He has three days to find these so-called Subverters.Finding and handing them over, however, are two very different things. Especially when the infuriatingly distracting woman he’s taken to calling “Princess” gets involved. As the seemingly simple investigation becomes more and more complicated, Verus battles nightmares from his past and rising threats in the present. But he knows from experience that decisions are never easy. Especially when duty conflicts with love.Because fleeing will only make the enemy stronger. But staying…Staying could doom them all. A retelling of The Twelve Dancing Princesses, The Stealthmaster’s Shadow weaves the timeless elements of high stakes, mysterious midnight escapades, and tattered slippers with threads of wit, danger, and failure.The fourth novella in the Legends of Light series, this short novel is a stand-alone story and contains a handful of allegorical themes. less