Revealing Shadows: Guardians of Areli, Book 1

By PAIGE REED

There is treachery without. And treachery within.

Prince Beniah receives this cryptic warning when a lethal storm drives him to take refuge in the Western Cliffs. Yet the tension between him and his father compels him to hide his investigation.

Evidence of conspiracy continues to stack. A divisive treaty. Scarred earth. The opening of Areli's borders to their ancient enemy. A murder. As the threat to his kingdom escalates, Beniah faces chilling questions ...

Who is the mastermind? And who is their ultimate target?

Anne has lived her life cloaked in obscurity and rejection. Hidden behind a hair scarf and tinted glasses, she serves the High King and Areli with quiet devotion. But disturbing revelations force her to choose between staying safe in the shadows or betraying her sect by reaching across the class chasm for help.

As the web of mystery tightens, Beniah's and Anne's paths-and loyalties-cross treasonous boundaries, making discovery even more dangerous. Yet when their enemies close in, no safe options remain.

Either they step into the light and risk revealing their deepest-held secrets ...

Or they let the shadows swallow them whole.

Revealing Shadows is the first book in the romantic fantasy trilogy, Guardians of Areli and is preceded by the prequel, Reviving Embers. Perfect for fans of Carrie Cotton's Huntress, Alice Ivinya's Stars May Burn, and Ronie Kendig's Abiassa's Fire and any adult readers who love character driven tales, rebellious princes, deep love stories, Cinderella vibes, conspiracy, action, and soul-stirring journeys.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FX62VBSL
• ISBN13: 9798349609985
• Release Date: October 2025
• Publisher: Burning Hearts Publications
• Length: 516 Pages
• Weight: 1.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"