Coming June 5th, 2025: The Forgotten Dawn
“Where lies are currency, the price of truth is blood.”
Friends, have I got something incredibly exciting for you today. That’s right, it’s cover reveal time, and never before have I been SO excited to share a cover with you all. See, over the past year, I have watched my dear friend Laura pour her heart and soul (and lots of blood, sweat and tears) into the creation of this story, and I couldn’t be more proud to see how it has grown into the absolute gem of a book that it is.
May I introduce to you all: The Forgotten Dawn, an epic romantic fantasy featuring fae trials, elemental magic, lost gods, a court sorting ceremony, found family, dark academia vibes and the most delicious forbidden romances. Now, if those buzzwords didn’t immediately sell you already, then be prepared to be blown away by the intriguing and irresistibly alluring blurb.
Brida Larrow has no right to be among the Fae Courts, but she’s willing to risk everything to save her dying father. Armed with a forged invitation and a fierce determination, she enters the treacherous Fae Trials, a deadly contest crafted to break even the strongest Fae. One misstep, and the truth of her identity could be her undoing—and cost her the cure she so desperately needs.
With enemies around every corner, Brida must rely on her wits and cunning to survive. But when Dainan, the enigmatic Prince of Shadows, takes notice of her, the stakes grow even higher. Betrothed to her most dangerous rival and a master of secrets himself, Dainan sees through her every deception. His dark allure stirs something within her, sparking a forbidden attraction that could either ruin her or become her greatest weapon.
Caught in a web of deception and desire, Brida walks a fine line between ambition and survival. In a world where alliances shift like shadows and betrayal is the currency of the Courts, she must find the strength to face not only the ruthless Trials but also the dangerous emotions Dainan awakens. One wrong move could doom her to failure—or reveal a side of herself she never knew existed.
Now, tell me that doesn’t make you want to drop everything and run out to buy The Forgotten Dawn immediately when it releases. The intrigue is just to die for!
And naturally, a book with such a strong premise deserves one hell of an epic cover as well, so let’s just stop stalling and reveal the beauty already. Be prepared for your eyes to be blessed in 3, 2, 1….
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The Forgotten Dawn, book 1 in the Shattered Sky Saga
I mean, just hang in it in The Louvre already. The colour scheme, the vibes, the attention to detail and the little easter eggs to the story inside… it’s just incredible! All the credit for this breathtaking cover belongs to the incredible An-Nhien Nguyen, who absolutely nailed the darkly alluring vibe of this epic story.
Now, I know you are going to want to display this stunning piece of art on your shelves as soon as it drops on June 5th 2025, so go right ahead and PRE-ORDER The Forgotten Dawn right now. I am beyond excited for you all to meet your new favourite shadow daddy (and mommy, say what?!), and I can guarantee that the story inside more than lives up to what the stunning cover promises. I am calling it now, Laura A. Blake is gonna be an author to watch, so mark your calendars and be sure to not miss out on what is absolutely going to be one of the most exciting indie romantasy releases of the year. Cheers!
About the author:
Hi! I’m Laura A. Blake, a fantasy romance author currently publishing my debut series, The Shattered Sky Saga. Though I’ve always been passionate about storytelling, my journey has taken me down many different paths. Along the way, I earned an MA in religion and classical history, became a teacher, and started a small business. After finally discovering the road that led me to writing, I’m thrilled to now share my worlds and stories with you.
Originally from Montreal, Canada, I now live in rural Maryland in a 200-year-old farmhouse with my husband, toddler, and five wild rescue cats. When I’m not reading or writing—or chasing a toddler or cat to see what they’ve gotten into—you can find me baking, exploring new restaurants and cafés, or searching for the next great bookstore.
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