In a world where magical folk and non-magical folk coexist, peace was hard-won. After a great war forced both sides to unite against a common enemy, they learned to live in harmony. This delicate balance of the world is where we find Benjamin, a young feline wizard with much to learn.
Benjamin's journey begins at the prestigious Astral Grove Academy, a once-hidden school nestled within a mountain, a castle that now spans inside and out. Though eager to master his magical abilities, Benjamin struggles with one essential skill: flying a broom. His life takes an unexpected turn when he meets Kinn, a mysterious wolf whose dark unknown magic and cold demeanor intrigue and confuse him. Is it curiosity, a fated bond, or perhaps the budding spark of something deeper?
As Benjamin navigates the challenges of his new school, he forms bonds with a diverse cast of characters, including the nature witch Karen, the protection witch Yui, and the light witch Satomi. Together, they explore the castle's ancient halls, uncovering secrets that lie within its shadowy corners.
"Embracing Hope" is a tale of self-discovery, love, and the unbreakable bonds of friendship set against a richly woven magical world. Benjamin learns to embrace his true self, uncover hidden secrets, and face trials and tribulations on the path to understanding love's profound power.
Join Benjamin, Kinn, and their friends in this enchanting adventure filled with twists, turns, and the timeless magic of hope. Experience a world where every creature has a story, every spell has a purpose, and love is the most powerful magic of all.
Discover the enchantment of "Embracing Hope" and follow Benjamin's journey as he embraces the adventure of a lifetime. Uncover secrets, forge unbreakable bonds, and experience the slow, tender growth of a love that defies all odds in a world where anything is possible.
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Niccola is a demi-queen undercover in enemy territory. Her little sister went missing seven moons ago, but one lead remains: a picture of a woman's face, drawn by a diviner shortly after the disappearance. Tracking her down has led Niccola to Calis, the realm next door whose border with her own remains closed for a reason. There, the trail goes cold.
Until, that is, Niccola runs into a man in the marketplace who bears a family resemblance to the woman she seeks. His name is Isaiah, crown prince of Calis, and he's investigating disappearances, too. They join forces, faking courtship to sneak Niccola into the palace and get Isaiah's wedding-minded mother off his back.
It doesn't take long to suspect that a common threat might underpin both their realms' problems. And as Niccola begins to develop real feelings for Isaiah, she's faced with an impossible choice: reveal her secrets and risk breaking his trust, or leave him in order to chase down the woman who stole her sister... a woman whose forbidden magic comes with a cost that could bring both realms to ruin.
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Complete and fully edited. Cover credit goes to @CeeMTaylor. Go check out her books too if you like Dark Fantasy Romance-she writes some pretty incredible stuff!
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