In the kingdom of Veynar, illegitimate daughters are veiled by law. Asharin Dyvarin has worn one since birth. When her father offers her to the crown, the king rejects her without ever lifting the veil that hides her face. Instead, Asharin is traded to Prince Colsar, the king’s colder, more dangerous brother, and forced into a political marriage neither of them wants. She expects to remain invisible in her new life at court, another quiet solution to a political problem. Until the veil is lifted.

Only then does the court realize it has made a catastrophic mistake. Once Asharin is revealed, the balance of the palace begins to unravel. Her new husband’s hostility shifts into something far more unsettling, while the king who once rejected her starts watching her far too closely. Soon, curiosity twists into a volatile obsession that threatens to tear the court apart.

Surrounded by rivalries, secrets, and deadly intrigue, Asharin finds herself trapped in a royal court ruled by creatures who wear crowns but are far from human. As tensions within the palace rise, something darker begins to stir beyond its walls, where soul-eating Threns gather in the forests as the shadow of war spreads across the kingdom. The woman who was meant to remain hidden may become the most dangerous thing the court has ever seen.

In this court, “touch her and die” is more than just a metaphor.

A dark romantasy featuring forced marriage, enemies-to-lovers tension, a dangerous love triangle, possessive obsession, and a royal court where power is anything but human.

This is an adult, high-heat romantasy intended for mature readers.

She survived Veynar. She survived him. Now she has to survive what comes next.

Asharin has spent her entire life being hidden, underestimated, and used. She is done with all three.

The ship is moving. Her destination is a kingdom she has never seen, a birthright she does not yet understand, and a court that has been waiting for her return for reasons she has not been told.

If Colsar is to find her, he will have to survive a perilous journey through the undead. He is far from the only one searching for her.

Until he reaches her, she will have to keep moving without him.

With secrets she cannot afford to reveal and power she barely understands, Asharin must decide who she will become before the world decides for her.

"From this moment on, everything that is mine… I will take."

The Crown's Awakening is the second book in The Ashen Crown series, a dark, high-heat romantasy featuring a morally complex cast, political intrigue, and a love story driven by power, obsession, and dangerous choices.

She survived Veynar. She survived him. Now she has to survive what comes next.

Asharin has spent her entire life being hidden, underestimated, and used. She is done with all three.

The ship is moving. Her destination is a kingdom she has never seen, a birthright she does not yet understand, and a court that has been waiting for her return for reasons she has not been told.

If Colsar is to find her, he will have to survive a perilous journey through the undead. He is far from the only one searching for her.

Until he reaches her, she will have to keep moving without him.

With secrets she cannot afford to reveal and power she barely understands, Asharin must decide who she will become before the world decides for her.

"From this moment on, everything that is mine… I will take."

The Crown's Awakening is the second book in The Ashen Crown series, a dark, high-heat romantasy featuring a morally complex cast, political intrigue, and a love story driven by power, obsession, and dangerous choices.

A 5x7 card featuring Asharin and Colsar from The Crown’s Awakening. Printed on heavyweight cardstock, this collectible card showcases one of their most unforgettable exchanges.

Perfect for displaying on a bookshelf, framing, or tucking inside your favorite book.

Features:

• 5x7 inches

• Full-color front with quote design

• Blank reverse for writing or collecting

• Official Oath Sterling merchandise

See yourself through Colsar’s eyes.

This 5×7 Quote Card features exclusive full-color artwork inspired by one of the most intimate moments from The Crown’s Obsession. The front showcases the mirror scene, while the reverse features a memorable passage from the novel. Printed on heavyweight cardstock, it’s the perfect keepsake for collectors and romantasy readers alike.

Details

• 5 × 7 inches

• Full-color artwork on front

• Novel excerpt on back

• Perfect for collecting, displaying, or gifting

Relive one of the most unforgettable moments from The Crown’s Obsession with this premium 5×7 Quote Card. Featuring exclusive full-color artwork on the front and a favorite passage from the novel on the reverse, it’s the perfect keepsake for readers who want to bring a piece of the story home.

Details

• 5 × 7 inches

• Full-color artwork on front

• Novel excerpt on back

• Perfect for collecting, displaying, or gifting

Step into the world of The Crown’s Temptation with this Character Starter Kit. Featuring three double-sided 5×7 Character Cards, this collectible set includes six full-color illustrations showcasing beloved characters and an iconic artifact from the novel.

Printed on cardstock, these cards are perfect for displaying on your bookshelf, framing, or adding to your collection.

This Character Starter Kit includes:

• Asharin & Colsar / The Amulet

• Dali (Human) / Dali (Siren)

• Colsar / Asharin

This is a preorder item.

Estimated shipping: August 30 through September 7, 2026.

The most exclusive edition of The Crown’s Obsession, created for readers looking for the complete collector’s experience.

Includes everything in the Collector’s Edition, plus:

• Rose gold sprayed edges

• Two exclusive NSFW artwork pieces

Produced in limited quantities.

This is a preorder item.

Estimated shipping: August 30 through September 7, 2026.

The most exclusive edition of The Crown’s Awakening, created for dedicated collectors.

Includes everything in the Collector’s Edition, plus:

• Two exclusive NSFW artwork pieces

• Sprayed edges (rose gold)

Produced in limited quantities.

Thank you for supporting independent publishing and helping bring these special editions to life.

This is a preorder item.

Estimated shipping: August 30 through September 7, 2026.

A beautifully crafted collector’s edition of The Crown’s Obsession, designed for readers who want a truly special addition to their library.

Each Collector’s Edition includes:

• Exclusive dust jacket

• Exclusive case laminate

• Custom patterned endpapers

• Ribbon bookmark

• 7 to 10 interior artwork pieces

• Author signature

• Each edition is produced in limited quantities.

Thank you for supporting independent publishing and helping bring these special editions to life.

This is a preorder item.

Estimated shipping: August 30 through September 7, 2026.

A beautifully crafted collector’s edition of The Crown’s Awakening, designed for readers who want a truly special addition to their library.

Each Collector’s Edition includes:

• Exclusive dust jacket

• Exclusive case laminate

• Custom patterned endpapers

• Ribbon bookmark

• 7 to 10 interior artwork pieces

• Author signature

• Each edition is produced in limited quantities.

In the kingdom of Veynar, illegitimate daughters are veiled by law. Asharin Dyvarin has worn one since birth. When her father offers her to the crown, the king rejects her without ever lifting the veil that hides her face. Instead, Asharin is traded to Prince Colsar, the king’s colder, more dangerous brother, and forced into a political marriage neither of them wants. She expects to remain invisible in her new life at court, another quiet solution to a political problem. Until the veil is lifted.

Only then does the court realize it has made a catastrophic mistake. Once Asharin is revealed, the balance of the palace begins to unravel. Her new husband’s hostility shifts into something far more unsettling, while the king who once rejected her starts watching her far too closely. Soon, curiosity twists into a volatile obsession that threatens to tear the court apart.

Surrounded by rivalries, secrets, and deadly intrigue, Asharin finds herself trapped in a royal court ruled by creatures who wear crowns but are far from human. As tensions within the palace rise, something darker begins to stir beyond its walls, where soul-eating Threns gather in the forests as the shadow of war spreads across the kingdom. The woman who was meant to remain hidden may become the most dangerous thing the court has ever seen.

In this court, “touch her and die” is more than just a metaphor.

A dark romantasy featuring forced marriage, enemies-to-lovers tension, a dangerous love triangle, possessive obsession, and a royal court where power is anything but human.

This is an adult, high-heat romantasy intended for mature readers.