Rook Takes Queen

In Rook Takes Queen, Hallie, a Keeper of Records who has fled a powerful Royal Pigment House, seeks refuge with a family bold enough to defy their ancestral enemies. She finds protection from Rook, a gentle Xylan miner and the youngest of the Fever Brothers, who is drawn to her as a fated mate. As Hallie navigates her growing feelings and the looming threat against her, she wrestles with the challenge of keeping Rook and his family safe while confronting the deepening conspiracy surrounding her. This standalone romance is packed with slow-burn tension, found family dynamics, and a compelling hero-heroine bond.