Blood, Blades, and Muted Gold

I am absolutely delighted to finally reveal the cover of my upcoming novel, Curse of the River, the second installment in the Prophesied Prince trilogy.

This cover has quickly become one of my favorites. To keep the visual thread tied to the first book, Child of the River, I have returned to the imagery of the crown of Kashgar. However, as the story evolves, so does the symbol of its power.

What to Look For:

  • A Muted Legacy: While the first cover featured a crown surrounded by cascading water, this crown is a much muted gold.
  • Darker Omens: You’ll notice something dark dripping from the crown—a nod to the fact that this sequel is a significantly darker journey than the first.
  • New Symbols: Instead of the swan, we have introduced a winged horse. This rakshasa (demon or monster) and other mythical ones play a pivotal role in the story, and I can’t wait for you to encounter them.
  • The Blades: In the center, you’ll see two blades crossing. They hold significance to the difficult path Prince Atul and Sugandha must walk together.

This cover perfectly captures the heart of this book and the growing danger lurking in the lands of Kashgar. Let me know in the comments what you think about this cover.

Cover Reveal

I’m absolutely in love with this cover! It truly captures the essence of Suri and Giri—the poet princess and the hidden prince—bringing them to life just as I imagined. And as you read the novel, you’ll come to understand the significance of the scroll depicted in the middle of the cover. Prince in Exile will be releasing in Spring 2025, and I can’t wait to share this story with you! I’d love to hear what you think of the cover! Let me know your thoughts, and don’t forget to check out an exclusive excerpt from the novel.

Cover Reveal

Remember King Dushyant, my protagonist from King in Hiding? I’ve written a novella about his parents, and I’m excited to share it with you later this year.

Princess Neela faces the unbearable prospect of marrying a man old enough to be her father. Desperate to escape her fate, she turns to the only person who can help—King Bhodar, a ruler drowning in sorrow and toddy. Initially repulsed by his drunken conduct, Neela discovers a kind heart beneath his troubled exterior and slowly begins to see the man he could be. As they draw closer, Neela becomes determined to heal his wounds and help him reclaim his strength. But time is running out, and she must discover if love can truly conquer all and set them both free before it’s too late.

Will Neela and Bhodar find salvation in each other, or will their pasts forever bind them to lives they never wanted?