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Elke Chantil

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Fantasy, Fiction, Romance

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Elke Chantil writes lush romantic fantasy filled with court intrigue, layered relationships, and powerful heroines discovering the truth of who they are.

She is the author of the Hybiscus Snowflakes series, beginning with Whispering Snowflakes.

Her stories explore inherited magic, feminine strength, and the emotional cost of destiny in realms shaped by ancient curses and dangerous desire.

Two queens began the curse. One stolen daughter will end it.

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Whispering Snowflakes (Hybiscus Snowflakes, #1)

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Thank you to everyone who entered the Giveaway! Your excitement and support mean so much to me. This one wraps up tonight, but I’ll be running a second giveaway after the hardback launches.

~EC

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Published on January 04, 2026 17:05

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House of Earth and Blood (Crescent City, #1)

by Sarah J. Maas (Goodreads Author)

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Elke Chantil said: " DNF - could not get into this and I had already read ACOTAR and TOG which I loved. "

Oct 13, 2025 08:38AM · see review

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Iron Flame (The Empyrean, #2)

by Rebecca Yarros (Goodreads Author)

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Elke Chantil said: " DNF - Started writing my own book. "

Oct 13, 2025 08:27AM · see review

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