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Traitor Son

Book 1 of the Empire of the Stars

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Book 1 of Empire of the Stars

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Pub Date Nov 01 2024 | Archive Date Apr 30 2026


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Description

"A surprise hit...One of the best fantasies of 2024 and a top 10 novel of the year..." - Liviu Suciu, Fantasy Book Critic

A battle-scarred knight who dreams of peace. A secret princess who knows the Empire’s darkest truths. And a marriage written in blood and betrayal.

After seven years of war, Remin of Andelin returns as the Empire’s most infamous hero...and the son of its greatest traitors. His reward is a ravaged duchy on the edge of the Empire, a noble title that only brings more enemies, and the hand of a princess no one’s ever heard of.

Princess Ophele Agnephus was raised in exile, the illegitimate daughter of the Divine Emperor and a disgrace to the sacred stars. Bound by her father’s bloody legacy and distrusted by her husband, she faces an even deadlier choice: to protect a secret that could shatter the Empire, or tell the truth about the cataclysm that destroyed Remin’s world.

Remin can’t afford to trust her. Even as he labors to build his new city by day and protects it from devils by night, he knows that Ophele could be everything: his love and his bride, the foundation of his new House…or the Emperor’s weapon, placed at his side to destroy everything he has left.

Epic in scope and intimate in heart, Traitor Son is a sweeping romantic fantasy about love in the ruins of a century of war, and the impossible dream of peace. Perfect for fans of monster-hunting in The Witcher, the lush world and Machiavellian politics of Jacqueline Carey's Kushiel's Legacy series, and the sweeping history and unforgettable romance of Outlander.

Begin an epic journey with Traitor Son! It begins with a love story. It ends with a reckoning.

Re-added to Netgalley to support the ARC release of A Congress of Roses! If you enjoy Traitor Son, continue the rest of the Empire of the Stars series, available on Amazon and Kindle Unlimited here:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DFXBPFBF

"A surprise hit...One of the best fantasies of 2024 and a top 10 novel of the year..." - Liviu Suciu, Fantasy Book Critic

A battle-scarred knight who dreams of peace. A secret princess who knows the...


A Note From the Publisher

This is an adult title. There is graphic sex and violence where required by the plot as well as references to child abuse.

While YA and New Adult readers may enjoy the Empire of the Stars series, it was written with an adult audience in mind.

This is an adult title. There is graphic sex and violence where required by the plot as well as references to child abuse.

While YA and New Adult readers may enjoy the Empire of the Stars series...


Advance Praise

"A gripping tale of resilience, romance, and the complexities of rebuilding a legacy tarnished by betrayal...a captivating read that leaves the reader eagerly anticipating the next chapter in Remin and Ophele's journey." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"An enthralling read from start to finish." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"I absolutely loved this book!! There’s a good range of politics, world building and character development. Plus honestly, the romance was absolutely top tier." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"This is an utter masterpiece of a debut! It has my whole heart and I eagerly await more!" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"This book was wonderful. It's somehow a beautiful, slowburn romance; a cozy fantasy; and a story with high stakes...There is so much love and warmth within this found family." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐


"A gripping tale of resilience, romance, and the complexities of rebuilding a legacy tarnished by betrayal...a captivating read that leaves the reader eagerly anticipating the next chapter in Remin...


Marketing Plan

Empire of the Stars has consistently ranked in the top 10,000 of the Kindle Store, with over 15 million KU page reads and 5,000 books sold. Marketing will continue to use:

  • Instagram/Booktok Tours
  • Facebook Advertising
  • Amazon advertising
  • Website subscribers and promotions
  • Reader engagement via Instagram and X


Empire of the Stars has consistently ranked in the top 10,000 of the Kindle Store, with over 15 million KU page reads and 5,000 books sold. Marketing will continue to use:

  • Instagram/Booktok Tours
  • ...

Available Editions

EDITION Ebook
ISBN 9798991181426
PRICE $3.99 (USD)
PAGES 457

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