Winter's Magic

The complexities of love in a world of magical realism. L. Starla has created a unique magical world enriched with lots of vibrant characters. The lore incorporates an original twist on common supernatural creatures, ancient mythologies, and pagan customs. The complex love story is not your typical romance either. Winter's Maiden 1 tells the story of a young woman discovering her mystical heritage, uncovering the secrets of the magic world, and learning to use her new powers to fight the monsters seeking to destroy her soul. Winter's Maiden 2 continues the story of our precocious heroine, Alannah Winters. When a mysterious benefactor comes to town, she embarks on another journey of self-discovery. But harnessing her untapped potential comes with huge risks, and she must choose between legality and morality. Winter's Thrall follows Brendan Winters as he embarks on a collision course with organised crime, a God, and his own magical doppelganger.

The power to protect is also the power to corrupt. When Alannah joined The Council of Mages, she expected an exciting life of fighting crime and ridding the world of evil. This could not have been further from the truth. Buried by bureaucracy, and bored out of her brains, Alannah is almost grateful when the Council's spotlight shines on her hometown. An illegal potion hits the Unseelie Market, and the source gets tracked back to Gaeilge Shores. Unfortunately, this case is a little too close to home and when Alannah learns the truth, she becomes trapped within the web of lies surrounding Brendan and herself. Amidst all the deception, Alannah and Brendan find the path to the ultimate truth. How much are they willing to risk by uncovering the secrets of the magic world? And will working for a common cause be the catalyst that finally brings them together? Note: This is the second of six main books in the Winter's Magic series. It is advisable to start with Winter's Maiden 1. Warning: This book contains coarse language and explicit scenes, including depictions of sexual violence and minor BDSM that may upset or offend some readers. There is also a partial cliff-hanger for one of the characters, which is somewhat resolved in Winter's Thrall (launching May 2022).

There are dark places in the world where the lines between lesser evils become too murky to distinguish. Brendan Winters, enchanter mage, playboy, and consummate maker of poor life choices, has outdone himself once again. In a moment of weakness, Brendan struck a deal that turned his life upside down. The filth he first witnessed in Bridey's den of sin was just the tip of the iceberg. As her new favourite, Brendan is thrust into a world of debauchery where he learns there is no limit to his mistress' depravity. So, when the opportunity to undermine her authority presents itself, he jumps in headfirst. Sent to investigate a Cult of dark mages with their roots in Ancient Egypt, Brendan embarks on a collision course with organised crime, a God, and his own magical doppelganger. Yet, none of this cloak and daggers business blindsides him more than the companion he finds in the very house of his captor. What lengths will Brendan go to for a chance to reclaim his freedom? Note: This book directly follows the events of Winter's Maiden 2, so it is advisable to read that before starting this story. **Trigger Warning** Winter's Thrall is a dark paranormal romance with strong sexual content that blurs the lines of consent. It also includes graphic m/m, BDSM, and incest scenes. Feel free to skip ahead to Winter's Mother 1, the next main entry in the series, if such matters are likely to offend or be a psychological trigger.

Most mistakes have consequences. This one has a legacy. Following the birth of her daughter, Alannah slipped into a deep depression. Many blamed it on the hormones, but they did not know the truth: this precious baby girl was the spitting image of her father, a man who broke Alannah's heart and shattered her soul. After years of escaping her grief, either at the bottom of a whiskey bottle or in the arms of Brendan's doppelganger, Alannah is finally sober and on the road to recovery when the devil himself walks back into her life. Will his return spell her ultimate destruction, or will they find a way to reconciliation and a second chance at love? Having escaped sexual slavery, Brendan has become the master of his own universe and Boss of the unseelie underground. Everything is good until work takes him back to Gaeilge Shores where he discovers the daughter he never knew existed. Old wounds reopen and priorities change when he throws himself back into Alannah's life. And all this family drama takes place amidst an apocalyptic threat. Can Brendan help the Council save the world, and reunite with his soulmate? Note: This is the third of six main books in the Winter's Magic series. It is advisable to start with Winter's Maiden 1. Warning: This book contains coarse language, adultery in a crumbling marriage, and explicit scenes, including steamy m/f/f romance, that may upset or offend some readers. It also ends on a cliff-hanger, with the sequel launching in May 2023.

True love has the power to rise from the ashes. An ancient power awakens, and everything is burning. With humanity on the brink of destruction, the Council makes a dicey decision that puts the entire magic community at risk: they invite humans to their own farewell party. War is raging outside, and Cailleach Estate is one of the few safehouses in the state. Things get awfully cosy when Alannah bunkers down with her friends and several refugees from Mt. Gambier. With cabin fevers rising, old grudges flaring to life, and lustful desires blazing, this house becomes hotter than the fires scorching the land. But Alannah Winters detests hiding. She is a fighter. And she will do anything to protect the people she loves.