Winds of Darkness by Melissa K. Roehrich (Paperback)

Winds of Darkness brings together two connected tales set deep within the world of the Lady of Darkness series. The realm has lived through centuries of war, but peace has never felt secure. Courts rebuild, borders settle and old wounds fade, yet whispers of unrest still move through the land. When the Wind Princess calls for an audience with Prince Briar Drayce of the Water Court, he agrees without hesitation. He has built his rule on balance and diplomacy, yet her request pushes beyond what he can give. Accepting could bring hope. Refusing could ignite conflict across every court. With threats rising from gods, mortals and Fae alike, Briar must choose who he stands with and what price he is willing to pay for stability.

Alongside this sits the story of Rayner, once the Ash Rider, later known as the Reaper. Loyal, sharp and feared, he spent years believing that the Baroness of the Southern Islands protected those she sheltered. Truth shatters that faith. Her secrets run deeper than he imagined, and betrayal drives him to strike back. His rebellion sparks a curse, binding him to a path carved in blood and guilt. Allies appear in unexpected places, yet vengeance demands patience and sacrifice. As Rayner hunts justice through violence and loss, he learns that some horrors cling long after battle ends. Winds of Darkness closes the saga with power, loss and the weight of choice.