Song of the Swords Series by Tameri Etherton

Originally released as The Darathi Vorsi Prince Rhoane always knew he was destined to protect the savior of his people, a woman prophesied to restore balance to his world. The promise he made as a child proves difficult to honor as a young, impetuous man. Cast out as an exile from his family and home, he wields his rage like a well-honed dagger.Beyond the borders of his kingdom he discovers a world filled with violence and beauty... moreOriginally released as The Darathi Vorsi Prince Rhoane always knew he was destined to protect the savior of his people, a woman prophesied to restore balance to his world. The promise he made as a child proves difficult to honor as a young, impetuous man. Cast out as an exile from his family and home, he wields his rage like a well-honed dagger.Beyond the borders of his kingdom he discovers a world filled with violence and beauty. With carnal temptations before him, Rhoane struggles to reconcile his fate.If he doesn’t uphold his oath, his future love will fail before she’s even born.The Prince of Dragons begins the Song of Swords epic fantasy adventure about honor, family, and unconditional love in the face of mortal danger. less

Never let gods determine your fate… For thousands of seasons Aelinae has been a peaceful world, since the Great War that saw the banishment of the god Kaldaar, and the imprisonment of his brother. But now Aelinae’s peace is threatened as an ancient prophecy predicting the return of the Eirielle, the one who is and who is not, blazes to life. Rhoane has battled his demons and accepted his role in Aelinae’s future... moreNever let gods determine your fate… For thousands of seasons Aelinae has been a peaceful world, since the Great War that saw the banishment of the god Kaldaar, and the imprisonment of his brother. But now Aelinae’s peace is threatened as an ancient prophecy predicting the return of the Eirielle, the one who is and who is not, blazes to life. Rhoane has battled his demons and accepted his role in Aelinae’s future. Now, it’s up to him to guide Taryn, a woman raised on Earth without any knowledge of her family, her power, or of his place in her life. He must find a way to gain her trust, and her love, or Aelinae will be lost. Everything Taryn knew was a lie. Yet something about the strange new world of Aelinae feels true. Even Rhoane, a man she remembers without knowing why. She’ll need to accept his help if she’s to learn the ways of this dangerous and magical world. Evil lurks in the hearts of the Brotherhood and it’s been waiting a long time for Taryn’s return. ***The Stones of Resurrection is an updated version previously published as The Stones of Kaldaar.*** less

****The Temple of Ardyn is NOW published as The Temple of Sacrifice.***** Please see updated book listing for information. Thank you!It’s hard to save a world when your family is out to kill you…Taryn banished the phantom, but someone, or something, is invading her thoughts. To escape the torture and bring balance to Aelinae, Taryn must do the one thing she fears most—unlock her Dark powers... more****The Temple of Ardyn is NOW published as The Temple of Sacrifice.***** Please see updated book listing for information. Thank you!It’s hard to save a world when your family is out to kill you…Taryn banished the phantom, but someone, or something, is invading her thoughts. To escape the torture and bring balance to Aelinae, Taryn must do the one thing she fears most—unlock her Dark powers.Rhoane swore an oath to protect Taryn, forsaking all others to keep her from harm, yet her independent spirit and lack of trust almost cost her life. Now, he’ll do what it takes to save the woman he loves from the Blackness growing inside of her.But there’s evil in this world, and it’s just as desperate for them to fail.This is the second book in the Song of the Swords epic fantasy series about honor, family, and love--of what it takes to become someone you never thought you’d be and to find the strength to face your fears. less

A New King…Old Enemies Taryn will risk everything to save those she loves, even if it means sacrificing her dragon soul. After a brutal attack leaves Taryn near death, Rhoane must heal more than her broken body. Their search for the men responsible will lead them to a conclusion neither expected, but one that challenges more than their beliefs. Now that he’s King of the West, Zakael will stop at nothing to possess Taryn and her vast powers... moreA New King…Old Enemies Taryn will risk everything to save those she loves, even if it means sacrificing her dragon soul. After a brutal attack leaves Taryn near death, Rhoane must heal more than her broken body. Their search for the men responsible will lead them to a conclusion neither expected, but one that challenges more than their beliefs. Now that he’s King of the West, Zakael will stop at nothing to possess Taryn and her vast powers. But is he willing to forge a deal with Kaldaar himself to claim what he believes is rightfully his? Book four in the Song of the Swords epic fantasy series, THE RUINS OF BETRAYAL will test not only Rhoane’s love, but Taryn’s as well. Love of family, love of self, and love for an enemy that won’t hesitate to destroy her. less