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Catrin Russell

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Born

in Sweden

February 21

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Fantasy, Romance, Fiction

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May 2019

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Catrin Russell writes character-driven Epic Romantic Fantasy with dark undertones and spice. With a weakness for all things morally grey, she crafts immersive sword and sorcery adventures featuring enemies-to-lovers romances and characters who rise against their adversaries only to fall for one another.

Living in northern Sweden, Catrin draws inspiration from the rugged, beautiful landscape that surrounds her. When not writing, she spends time with her grumpy but loving husband and three adorable kids, finding joy in books, art, and peaceful woodland walks beneath the midnight sun.

As a dog owner and animal lover, Catrin often weaves animal companions into her stories. Her background as a nurse influences her approach to health and healin ...more

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	The Power of Conviction (The Light of Darkness, #1) 4.25 avg rating — 167 ratings — published 2019 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Path of Salvation (The Light of Darkness, #2) 4.51 avg rating — 85 ratings — published 2019 — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Resurgence of Light (The Light of Darkness, #3) 4.49 avg rating — 55 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Nefarious Echoes (The Light of Darkness, #4) 4.58 avg rating — 52 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Wake of Sins (The Light of Darkness, #5) 4.71 avg rating — 48 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Light of Darkness: Books 1-3 (The Light of Darkness, #1-3) 4.50 avg rating — 48 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Thousand Year Divide (The Light of Darkness, #6) 4.71 avg rating — 45 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Righteous Dawn (The Light of Darkness, #0.5) 4.49 avg rating — 45 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Redeemed (The Light of Darkness, #0.6) 4.65 avg rating — 43 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Forged by Blood (A Kingdom Scarred, #0.5) 4.95 avg rating — 22 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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The Light of Darkness (6 books)
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A Kingdom Scarred (1 book)
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Catrin Russell has read Campaign of Mettle (A Kingdom Scarred, #1) by Catrin Russell (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Campaign of Mettle is the first book of a new series called A Kingdom Scarred. It is estimated to be released in 2026/2027 at the earliest. Unfortunately, other projects have taken precedence. More information to come.
Aug 05, 2024 07:45AM · 6 likes · like · see review
Catrin Russell answered A Goodreads user's question: The book Forged of Blood can it be read at any time before the series? Yes, Forged by Blood is a prequel to an upcoming series and can be read as a standalone, though the series itself has been terribly delayed due to personal commitments and other projects ❤️
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