Kingdoms of Ether Series by Ryan Muree

Emeryss is stuck in a library with the wrong destiny. As the first Scribe born to the non-magical people of northern Revel, Emeryss was hauled off to the Great Library to spend the rest of her life translating ether into grimoires for her nation's Casters. When her plan for freedom--to become a Caster--seems hopeless, Emeryss partners with a thieving illusionist for the perfect getaway: an airship, a full crew, and the promise to train Emeryss into the Caster she was meant to be... moreEmeryss is stuck in a library with the wrong destiny. As the first Scribe born to the non-magical people of northern Revel, Emeryss was hauled off to the Great Library to spend the rest of her life translating ether into grimoires for her nation's Casters. When her plan for freedom--to become a Caster--seems hopeless, Emeryss partners with a thieving illusionist for the perfect getaway: an airship, a full crew, and the promise to train Emeryss into the Caster she was meant to be. But the escape is not easy. Grier--Emeryss's assigned guard--is prepared to risk his life to protect her against any enemy who would hunt her for her gift. Keeping her safe and close is all he's ever wanted. Keeping her alive is merely a stepping stone to the greatness his family expects. Letting the love he can never have walk out of the library--not an option. As Emeryss fights for her freedom, the war between the Casters of Revel and the devastating ether-tech of the enemy nation of Ingini draws near. With the fate of her country at the brink of ruin, Emeryss must either save her people by keeping her old destiny or pay the price for a new one. Preorder Kingdoms of Ether and embark on a fantastical journey across an expansive world full of magic, politics, love, and duty. Note: This is an adult fantasy novel, and as such, there are adult situations depicted, including adult language, violence, romance, alcohol and/or drug use, etc. This is the first book in a series, so although this book's story is complete, it is not a standalone novel. less

Death or redemption. One way in. One way out. Each crew member of the Zephyrs has something they're unwilling to face and everything to lose. Emeryss has yet to reach her family, but she's reluctant to leave Grier's side. Grier is eager to put off his matches and prove Stadhold's innocence, but his growing doubt in Keeper traditions is overwhelming him. Clove is desperate to find her twin brother, Cayn, and get back home, but these idiots could kill her for the smallest reason... moreDeath or redemption. One way in. One way out. Each crew member of the Zephyrs has something they're unwilling to face and everything to lose. Emeryss has yet to reach her family, but she's reluctant to leave Grier's side. Grier is eager to put off his matches and prove Stadhold's innocence, but his growing doubt in Keeper traditions is overwhelming him. Clove is desperate to find her twin brother, Cayn, and get back home, but these idiots could kill her for the smallest reason. Adalai will stop at nothing to be the leader she was meant to be, but the Zephyrs are losing respect in her abilities. The war is at a breaking point, and the Zephyrs must sneak into Ingini to discover what the grimoires are being used for and which country--Stadhold or Revel--is betraying the other. But Ingini is not what it seems, and every decision they make could mean ruin for either country. After learning the secret behind Ingini's new ether-tech, they must choose to walk away and redeem themselves or risk their lives to end the war. Preorder Architects of Ether and continue this epic journey across an expansive world full of magic, politics, love, and duty! (Note: This is an adult fantasy novel, and as such, there are adult situations depicted, including adult language, violence, romance, alcohol and/or drug use, etc. This is the first book in a series, so although this book's story is complete, it is not a standalone novel.) less

Pillars of power or ruination. The battle over ether is at a tipping point, and the only way out is through. Emeryss must face her goddess in Neeria and decide how grimoires and ether are intertwined with her fate. Grier must stand up to his family in Stadhold and decide if his ethereal weapons can be used for good. Clove must find her brother in Revel and decide if she has a role to play in leading Ingini Architects against them... morePillars of power or ruination. The battle over ether is at a tipping point, and the only way out is through. Emeryss must face her goddess in Neeria and decide how grimoires and ether are intertwined with her fate. Grier must stand up to his family in Stadhold and decide if his ethereal weapons can be used for good. Clove must find her brother in Revel and decide if she has a role to play in leading Ingini Architects against them. And Adalai must find her place among an unlikely family in Aurelis if she has any hope of leading another group against the Revelian king to save her country. Order Paragons of Ether and travel on a fantastical journey through an expansive world full of magic, politics, love, and duty! (Note: This is an adult fantasy novel, and as such, there are adult situations depicted, including adult language, violence, romance, alcohol and/or drug use, etc. This is the first book in a series, so although this book's story is complete, it is not a standalone novel.) less