Dark magic. Soft-hearted girls who do monstrous things. Power at a terrible cost.
The Essence of the Equinox is a completed gothic fantasy trilogy blending dark fantasy, political intrigue and tragic romance. Beginning with When the Stars Alight, the series follows Laila, a princess descended from celestial beings, and Darius, the future king of a race of chaos demons, as their relationship unfolds against the conflict between their two immortal societies.
1) It’s a completed fantasy trilogy.
Which means you can enjoy the full narrative in its entirety. No pauses. No breaks. No uncertainty. All three books are ready to be binged.
2) You can buy signed fantasy books directly from the author
Buying directly from an independent author means more of your purchase goes directly towards supporting their work. When you buy The Essence of the Equinox from my store, you can also choose signed editions that aren’t available from every retailer.
3) The physical editions are designed for collectors
The covers and the artwork are gorgeous. Just look at them on my home page. You won’t be disappointed on this.
4) It’s fantasy romance with politics and substantial worldbuilding
If you enjoy fantasy romance but sometimes find yourself wishing for more more plot, more politics, more worldbuilding, more focus on women, more fresh takes on tropes such as the ever-divisive shadowdaddy… this series has all that and more.
5) The romance doesn’t promise a traditional happily-ever-after
You like romance subplots but not Capital R romance, which means you’re comfortable when the couple doesn’t not end on a neat and tidy note. On the contrary, you prefer that the relationship is often toxic, dark and tragic… and the ending is tonally resonant.
6) It features Black and queer characters in a diverse fantasy world
You enjoy diversity in your fiction whether it be race or queer or mental health representation, written by an author with intimate knowledge of most of these identities. It’s not the standard white, heterosexual fare that’s prominent on spaces like BookTok.
7) It’s a sixteen-year passion project
I’ve had this idea brewing since I was thirteen years old but it took my until I was twenty-nine to actually complete it.
8) Buying directly supports an independent fantasy author
I’ve been wanting to be an author since I was old enough to write. By grabbing my trilogy you’re not only helping to support me financially but you are also nurturing the inner child in me that wasn’t sure if she could ever do it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Essence of the Equinox series complete?
Yes. The Essence of the Equinox is a completed three-book fantasy series comprising When the Stars Alight, We Will Devour the Night and And the Age of Summer Will Rise.
What order should I read The Essence of the Equinox books in?
When the Stars Alight, We Will Devour the Night and And the Age of Summer Will Rise should all be read in sequence. The Sanguine Sorceress can either be read before the series or between books 1 and 2.
Is The Essence of the Equinox a romance series?
While the romance is central, the series is fantasy rather than genre Romance and doesn’t guarantee an HEA.
What genre is When the Stars Alight?
Gothic fantasy / gaslamp / romantic fantasy.
Does The Essence of the Equinox have spice?
Yes, all three books have explicit sex scenes.
Ready to enter Soleterea?
Start with When the Stars Alight, the first book in The Essence of the Equinox, or pick up the complete trilogy if you’re ready to binge the entire story.
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