"Broken things can still serve their purpose."

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Fire's Hand, Fate's Heart

Fire’s hand begets the spark,
That lights the way for Fate’s bold heart.It was supposed to be a simple job. But what these unlikely allies uncover is anything but simple. As they struggle to piece together a divine mystery, they must search for a way to destroy a weapon forged by indestructible powers.FHFH is a fantasy adventure novel with queer characters, epic stakes, found family, magic, and meddling gods.This is the first book in the Five Fates series.

About the author

Lindsey weaves the fantastical into everything she does. From writing to gaming, knitting to chainmaille, Lindsey loves to believe in magic. In writing, she enjoys both creating new worlds and bringing a little magic into this one.Lindsey lives in New Hampshire with her husband, son, and two cats.

Get the Epic Fantasy Reader's Survival Kit, as well as the first five chapters of Fire's Hand, Fate's Heart.

Books

Some content in the Five Fates series may not be suitable for all readers. To view a list of content warnings for the series, click here.

Fire's Hand, Fate's Heart

Fire’s hand begets the spark,
That lights the way for Fate’s bold heart.As a Warden of the Flame, Verity Corallan has sworn to protect the people. So, when it is rumored that the warmongering kingdom to the south has obtained a weapon of formidable power, she understands what’s coming. By order of the Council, Verity is tasked with infiltrating the kingdom of Westhold and bringing back its secrets. Her best friend — and fellow Warden — is going with her, but so is the irksome mercenary, Dare.Dare is used to secrecy, stealing — and working alone. But a job like this requires teamwork, however reluctant. What the group discovers is far more powerful than any magic seen before. A conduit for divine power, its force could mean the destruction of not just towns and cities, but the entire continent.As the unlikely allies struggle to piece together the mysteries of their mission and uphold their responsibilities to the realm, one question looms above Verity and Dare: how do they destroy a weapon that has been forged by indestructible powers?This is the first book in the Five Fates series.

Get the Epic Fantasy Reader's Survival Kit, as well as the first five chapters of Fire's Hand, Fate's Heart.

Broken Things

Brutality runs in his blood.
Until the breaker becomes the broken . . .Drystan’s family doesn’t fight fair. From deals made in the shadows, to doorknocks that end in violence, he knows the only way to impress his father is to break spirits and bones alike.With a major heist — and his father’s approval — up for grabs, Drystan finally has a chance to get everything he’s ever wanted. Until the baron’s beautiful daughter offers him a different, daring future, and Drystan feels something new: hope.But deceit and trust don’t mix well, and as crushing lies bring him to his knees, an unlikely ally is waiting in the wings. Someone who is offering a different path — if Drystan’s heart doesn’t lead him astray again.The events of Broken Things are set prior to the Five Fates series, but readers are advised to read Fire’s Hand, Fate’s Heart before embarking on this adventure!

Earth's Blood, Fate's Folly

Blood that falls upon the earth,
Cannot end all folly’s curse.In the palace grounds at Taernfane, the four Chosen are training — struggling to understand their newfound powers and wield them with purpose. But when the king of Drahkonia requests that they testify on the events of last autumn, not everyone is able to answer the call.Lucien’s visions have returned, more frequent and confusing than before. Determined to follow the directions of his goddess, he abandons ship and ventures into shifter territory in search of answers. When an old love crosses his path, so does an old enemy…For Dare, becoming a Warden of the Flame comes with a pervasive sense of guilt, made worse by the mysterious voice in his head. Is he truly a Chosen, or has he lost his mind? Weakened by uncertainty, he finds himself tangled in a lie that could leave him alone — and brand him a traitor — forever.EBFF is an epic fantasy novel with queer characters, found family, political fallout, shifters, magic, and even more meddling gods.This is the second book in the Five Fates series.

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Content warnings

The Five Fates series is intended for readers 18 years and older. It contains strong language and violence, as well as themes and descriptions of events that may not be suitable for everyone. The following is a list of content warnings for the Five Fates series, organized by book.

Fire's Hand, Fate's Heart

  • blood and physical violence

  • murder of teens and adults

  • mention of child abuse and neglect

  • mention of amputation

  • suicidal thoughts

  • alcohol consumption

  • death of a loved one

  • grief

  • panic attacks and anxiety

Broken Things

  • physical violence and murder

  • mild sexual situations (fade-to-black; no graphic descriptions)

  • emotional abuse (by a parent) and emotional manipulation

  • mentions of amputation

  • ableism

  • alcohol abuse

  • depression and PTSD

  • suicidal thoughts and ideation

  • surviving a natural disaster (flash flood)

Earth's Blood, Fate's Folly

  • blood and physical violence, including murder

  • brief mention of child abuse and neglect

  • brief mention of amputation

  • suicidal thoughts

  • alcohol consumption and abuse

  • parental abandonment

  • religious extremism (and the deconstruction of)

  • grief and loss

  • panic attacks and anxiety

  • depression and PTSD