Lady of Darkness Series by Melissa K. Roehrich

She's been shoved into a cage for refusing to stop seeking revenge for the death of her sister. Sent to a noble's household, Scarlett Monrhoe finds herself locked away and forgotten by those who raised her until she's ready to fall into line, something she's never willing to do. Until she's offered a different choice. The chance at revenge against the Fire Prince from the Fae kingdom to the north who brutally killed her mother ten years ago. Duty versus Freedom... moreShe's been shoved into a cage for refusing to stop seeking revenge for the death of her sister. Sent to a noble's household, Scarlett Monrhoe finds herself locked away and forgotten by those who raised her until she's ready to fall into line, something she's never willing to do. Until she's offered a different choice. The chance at revenge against the Fire Prince from the Fae kingdom to the north who brutally killed her mother ten years ago. Duty versus Freedom. But when orphans mysteriously begin disappearing from her home, all her plans are put on hold as she races to save the most innocent of the kingdom. With the help of old friends, a jilted lover, and a mysterious newcomer who claims the magic of the Fae is possible in the mortal lands, Scarlett delves into the darkest corners of the world that forgot her. *Forgotten secrets come to light. *Beings long thought extinct still thrive. *The darkness extends far beyond her own kingdom. Lady of Darkness is a new adult epic paranormal romance and adventure novel that will appeal to lovers of Sarah J. Maas and Jennifer L. Armentrout. It may have triggers of love-hate themes, sexual scenes (both consensual and non), violence, and jealous/possessive themes. Fans of Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentraut and Leigh Bardugo will fall in love with this series. less

SHOW ME YOUR DARKNESS, AND I'LL SHOW YOU MINE. *THE STARS ARE FADING. *THE SHADOWS ARE CALLING. *THE DARKNESS THREATENS EVERYTHING. ANOTHER PRETTY CAGE. Whisked away to the Fire Court, Scarlett Monrhoe finds herself in the hands of the man who killed her mother. The Prince of Fire. Thrust amongst the Fae court she loathes, she is at their mercy. She doesn't know what plans he has for her, but she has plans of her own. She just hasn't decided how thoroughly she wants to break him yet... moreSHOW ME YOUR DARKNESS, AND I'LL SHOW YOU MINE. *THE STARS ARE FADING. *THE SHADOWS ARE CALLING. *THE DARKNESS THREATENS EVERYTHING. ANOTHER PRETTY CAGE. Whisked away to the Fire Court, Scarlett Monrhoe finds herself in the hands of the man who killed her mother. The Prince of Fire. Thrust amongst the Fae court she loathes, she is at their mercy. She doesn't know what plans he has for her, but she has plans of her own. She just hasn't decided how thoroughly she wants to break him yet. If only he didn't tempt her with every breath, every touch, every kiss. It's another dangerous game that has her wondering if she will be the one irreparably broken in the end. ANOTHER DANGEROUS GAME. The Fae Queen has plans of her own. She's determined to get to Scarlett in any way she can, and that includes using a mortal prince that followed the lost Fae princess across the border. Crown Prince Callan is desperate to get Scarlett back from the Fire Prince and return to Baylorin. The question is, what is he willing to sacrifice for the Wraith he loves who's trailed by shadows? ANOTHER RACE AGAINST TIME. Every day that passes, Lord Tyndell and Mikale get closer to finding where she is hidden in the Fire Court. Every day that passes puts those Scarlett left behind in more danger. Every day that passes, more secrets are revealed. Truth has been buried in history that has long-since been rewritten, but in order to separate facts from lies, they will be forced to cross other borders and seek answers from kingdoms far more terrifying than the Fire Court. Lady of Shadows is a new adult dark fantasy and romance novel. It's a slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers troupe. It may have triggers of love-hate themes, sexual scenes (both consensual and non), violence, and jealous/possessive themes. Fans of Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, and Leigh Bardugo will fall in love with this series. less

She will not be the same as when she left. Fire and Shadows. Scarlett Semiria knew the cost of her actions the day she sacrificed everything to keep her family, her Courts, and her twin flame safe. At least she thought she did. When she discovers the cost was more than she could have ever anticipated, she finds herself once again forced to choose between saving innocents or saving the ones she loves. But this choice might just leave her so broken, even the stars won’t be able to bring her back... moreShe will not be the same as when she left. Fire and Shadows. Scarlett Semiria knew the cost of her actions the day she sacrificed everything to keep her family, her Courts, and her twin flame safe. At least she thought she did. When she discovers the cost was more than she could have ever anticipated, she finds herself once again forced to choose between saving innocents or saving the ones she loves. But this choice might just leave her so broken, even the stars won’t be able to bring her back. Light and Dark. Crown Prince Callan is more than happy to leave the Fire Court behind, along with the woman who chose someone else. But when he arrives home, he finds there is no escaping the world of darkness he has been dragged into. To protect his people and his kingdom, he is forced to enter into a dangerous deception that quickly turns into a game of cleverness and strategy, and he finds that he has allies in the most unexpected places. Beginnings and Endings. Fae Queen Talwyn Semiria has been waiting for decades for her cousin to return home. She had expected to find a kindred spirit. What she got was a brash assassin who does things her own way and flouts all traditional decorum. But she refuses to let Scarlett stand between her and what is best for her Courts. She will play nice for now, but when it comes down to going after the true evil that resides across the sea and threatens their lands, she’ll take it all and sacrifice everything. *Everything hangs in the balance. *One wrong move, and the scales will tip. *Only ashes will remain. Lady of Ashes is book 3 of 4 in the Lady of Darkness series. It is a new adult dark fantasy and romance novel. It may have triggers of love-hate themes, sexual scenes, graphic violence/gore, and jealous/possessive themes. It will end on a cliffhanger. less

There was no preparing for her storm. Wrath. When they met her, she was a whirlwind of shadows and darkness. Standing among the ashes of betrayal and grief, now she is a tempest of rage and malice. Queen Scarlett Aditya will hunt them all down, one by one, and make them pay. Starting with the one who took her brightest star from her. Acceptance. She knows she will come for her. Her betrayal was too great... moreThere was no preparing for her storm. Wrath. When they met her, she was a whirlwind of shadows and darkness. Standing among the ashes of betrayal and grief, now she is a tempest of rage and malice. Queen Scarlett Aditya will hunt them all down, one by one, and make them pay. Starting with the one who took her brightest star from her. Acceptance. She knows she will come for her. Her betrayal was too great. She deserves the storm of fury that will end her, but until then Queen Talwyn Semiria will protect a secret that could turn the tides in the coming war. But when the time comes to pay for her sins, will she be able to give up everything? And will it even be enough? Hope. A kingdom wrapped in mystery, locked away behind wards to protect its secrets. That is where the last hope of King Callan Solgard lies to get his throne back. But does he even want it any more? Will it cost him more than what he’s already lost? Or will new nightmares draw him from the light and into the darkness? It’s time to start a fire and let it burn. Lady of Embers is book 4 of 5 in the Lady of Darkness series. It is a new adult dark fantasy and romance novel. It may have triggers of love-hate themes, sexual scenes, graphic violence/gore, and jealous/possessive themes. It will end on a cliffhanger. less

Before he was the Fire Court Third, he was the Reaper. And before he was the Reaper, he was her Ash Rider. Moranna. The Baroness of a colony hidden away on the Southern Islands. She works tirelessly to keep some of the most powerful Fae of the realm safe from those who seek to use them for their gifts. Or that's what Rayner has always believed. When he learns the Baroness's darkest secrets, he finds nothing is as it seems, and he realizes he has more to fight for than he ever thought... moreBefore he was the Fire Court Third, he was the Reaper. And before he was the Reaper, he was her Ash Rider. Moranna. The Baroness of a colony hidden away on the Southern Islands. She works tirelessly to keep some of the most powerful Fae of the realm safe from those who seek to use them for their gifts. Or that's what Rayner has always believed. When he learns the Baroness's darkest secrets, he finds nothing is as it seems, and he realizes he has more to fight for than he ever thought. Vowing to put an end to her and everything she has created on the islands, he finds himself the center of a curse as punishment for his rebellion. The path back to vengeance is wrought with violence, grief, and unexpected allies, and Rayner knows better than anyone: Some nightmares never end. This novella is Rayner's backstory. To avoid series spoilers, it should not be read until AFTER reading Lady of Embers, book four in the Lady of Darkness series. This novella is dark! Please protect your mental health and be sure to read the trigger warnings at the beginning of the novella. less

The Final Game Begins. Scarlett Sutara Aditya has finally learned the full cost to save her world and correct mistakes that are not hers, but she refuses to accept the fate that has been decided for her. Making demands of her own, she fights for her twin flame, her family, and the realm that balances on her destiny. She has always played games by her own rules, but this time, winning might cost her everything. The broken are remade. The lost are found... moreThe Final Game Begins. Scarlett Sutara Aditya has finally learned the full cost to save her world and correct mistakes that are not hers, but she refuses to accept the fate that has been decided for her. Making demands of her own, she fights for her twin flame, her family, and the realm that balances on her destiny. She has always played games by her own rules, but this time, winning might cost her everything. The broken are remade. The lost are found. Fate is defied, and new destinies are forged as the realm comes together to defend what is theirs. Kings will fall, and Queens will rise. Power is lost, and Chaos is born. Truth can be uncovered in the darkness, but some secrets can only be found among the stars. Lady of Starfire is book 5 of 5 in the Lady of Darkness series. It is a dark new adult fantasy romance novel. Fans of Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentraut, and Raven Kennedy will fall in love with this series. less

A Storm of Death and DesireTwo spellbinding novellas in the Lady of Darkness series: THE REAPER and UNRELENTING WINDS. Unrelenting Winds. For centuries, the Great War that divided the realm has been over. The Fae Courts and mortal lands alike have been rebuilding, trying to move forward in a world they no longer recognize. When the Wind Princess requests a meeting with Prince Briar Drayce, ruler of the Water Court, he naturally accepts... moreA Storm of Death and DesireTwo spellbinding novellas in the Lady of Darkness series: THE REAPER and UNRELENTING WINDS. Unrelenting Winds. For centuries, the Great War that divided the realm has been over. The Fae Courts and mortal lands alike have been rebuilding, trying to move forward in a world they no longer recognize. When the Wind Princess requests a meeting with Prince Briar Drayce, ruler of the Water Court, he naturally accepts. He’s always kept the peace, but the aloof princess makes a request of him that may be too much. Now he must decide if it’s worth the risk of angering the Fae Courts, the realm, the gods, and more. The Reaper. Before he was the Fire Court Third, he was the Reaper. And before he was the Reaper, he was her Ash Rider. Moranna. The Baroness of a colony hidden away on the Southern Islands. Rayner has always believed that she works tirelessly to keep some the Fae safe. When he learns the Baroness's darkest secrets he vows to put an end to her and everything she has created on the islands. But he finds himself the center of a curse as punishment for his rebellion. The path back to vengeance is wrought with violence, grief, and unexpected allies, and Rayner knows better than anyone: Some nightmares never end. Readers LOVE Lady of Darkness series. 'Did this book just become my new obsession? The answer is yes' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review. 'A romantasy masterpiece' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review. 'If you combined A Court of Thorns and Roses, Throne of Glass and From Blood and Ash you’d get this series' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review. less