Concealed (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781671658509)

Romanus Clavus is a brutal man who claims Lady Chiara of Titus as his wife, a prize for his lethal work in service to Lord Gregory. Chiara's life is reduced to being a prisoner forced to bear his children. She struggles against his assaults and longs for rescue, but her prayers seem to go unanswered. Chiara knows if she gives birth to a female child that carries her ancient bloodline the child would be both powerful and powerfully used by Romanus.

Lord Livyus Patavinus Savoy searches unceasingly year after year for his best friend Chiara believing she is still alive. More than a promise, his devotion and love for the woman who was supposed to be his wife spurs him on.

A child with flaming red hair and striking green eyes is thrust into chaos for reasons she doesn't understand. Acceptance and love is all she seeks, but knows people would see her as a freak of nature. It's clear, concealing her abilities is paramount. She cannot risk punishment, or worse be ostracized and unloved forever.

Just when it looks like Chiara's end is here, will there be a light for her in the darkness?

What of the peculiar girl whose eyes reflect the living forest? Will she keep her secrets hidden? Will this orphan experience acceptance and the sense of belonging she longs for?

This is the first book in an imaginative trilogy guaranteed to hold the attention of all readers. It's a clean and exciting coming-of-age fantasy blending ancient history and contemporary challenges faced by brave heroes with divine power.

Stories in this Ancient Blood Series include:

Book 1 - The Order

Book 2 - Concealed

Book 3 - Trial by Power

Book 4 - Coming of Age