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The Blood That Remains

The Reckoning of Crowns Series, Book 1

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Book 1 of The Reckoning of Crowns

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Pub Date Dec 15 2026 | Archive Date Dec 11 2026


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Description

A kingdom has fallen. A dynasty lies broken. But the blood of kings is not so easily extinguished.

When Richard Fell conquers Westerden, its king is slain, its dragons fall, and a dynasty that has ruled for generations is brought to ruin.

Jack Root, a soldier who barely escapes the slaughter, flees north with his family, only to discover that his fate is bound to the very crown that has fallen.

In the kingdom of Dunmarch, Queen Agnes Vane refuses to bow to the conqueror. Far to the east, Queen Amara of Avarenne prepares for war, while Richard Fell seeks to extend his dominion beyond the kingdom he has taken.

As old loyalties fracture, rival ambitions rise, and forgotten secrets begin to stir, the fate of kingdoms hangs upon choices yet to be made.

For crowns may be taken, but blood is not so easily forgotten.

The Blood That Remains is Book One of The Reckoning of Crowns, an epic-fantasy saga of power, betrayal, ancient legacies and the struggle for dominion.


A kingdom has fallen. A dynasty lies broken. But the blood of kings is not so easily extinguished.

When Richard Fell conquers Westerden, its king is slain, its dragons fall, and a dynasty that has...


A Note From the Publisher

Thank you for your interest in The Blood That Remains, the first book in The Reckoning of Crowns.

This novel is written for readers who enjoy traditional epic fantasy, richly imagined kingdoms, political intrigue, complex loyalties and the struggle for power.

I would be grateful for your honest thoughts, whether praise or constructive criticism. Reviews on NetGalley, Goodreads or Amazon are warmly appreciated but entirely voluntary.

Thank you for supporting independent fantasy authors.

Morven T. H. Borthwick

Thank you for your interest in The Blood That Remains, the first book in The Reckoning of Crowns.

This novel is written for readers who enjoy traditional epic fantasy, richly imagined kingdoms...


Marketing Plan

The Blood That Remains, Book One of The Reckoning of Crowns, will be promoted through the author's social media channels, including Facebook and Instagram, targeting readers of traditional epic fantasy, political intrigue and medieval-inspired fantasy.

Promotional activities will include cinematic fantasy imagery, book-cover features, reader engagement and announcements leading up to publication on 15 December 2026.

The campaign will focus on introducing readers to a new epic-fantasy series and encouraging genuine reader engagement and independent reviews.

The Blood That Remains, Book One of The Reckoning of Crowns, will be promoted through the author's social media channels, including Facebook and Instagram, targeting readers of traditional epic...


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