The Serpent in Heaven

In this fourth installment of the Gunnie Rose series by Charlaine Harris, Felicia, the younger half-sister of Lizbeth Rose, navigates a world of secrets and family struggles within the New Holy Russian Empire. As a distant relative to the Tsar, she endures a dual existence—viewed as both a vital blood provider for his hemophilia and a charity case at the Grigori school. When a kidnapping attempt threatens her safety, Felicia's hidden magical talents and her journey of self-discovery unfold, revealing her resilience against the constraints placed upon her. Set in a richly imagined alternate history, this tale intertwines magic, danger, and courage.