What do you think?
Rate this book
Hallowed Harbingers #2
Inked in Bloom
Not yet published
Expected 5 May 26
Monroe
It’s a bit rude to expect me to embrace immortality while I’m still grieving my own death.
Part of me would love to continue wallowing, but training to bring spring is my best shot at returning home to the mortal world.
To my patients. To the people who need me.
Trouble is, I can’t get my magic to work, I’m the worst in my class, and—to top it all off—I apparently have a mate.
I want nothing more than to get back to my old life, but it’s clear Fate has other plans.
Briar
I’ve never cared much about mortals.
Until her.
After two months trapped in a tiny apartment, I should be grateful to be back with my fellow Blooms. But I can’t stop thinking about the vibrant woman who found and cared for me.
Eager to throw myself into teaching and forget my time earthside, I step into my classroom only to find her sitting there.
She doesn’t recognize me, but she's going to hate me once she learns the truth…
It’s my fault she’s dead.
Inked in Bloom is the spring standalone in the Hallowed Harbingers series. A rejected mates, bunny shifter romance between a newly turned immortal and her tall and tatted professor, it includes some dark themes surrounding grief and content best suited for those over the age of 18.
It’s a bit rude to expect me to embrace immortality while I’m still grieving my own death.
Part of me would love to continue wallowing, but training to bring spring is my best shot at returning home to the mortal world.
To my patients. To the people who need me.
Trouble is, I can’t get my magic to work, I’m the worst in my class, and—to top it all off—I apparently have a mate.
I want nothing more than to get back to my old life, but it’s clear Fate has other plans.
Briar
I’ve never cared much about mortals.
Until her.
After two months trapped in a tiny apartment, I should be grateful to be back with my fellow Blooms. But I can’t stop thinking about the vibrant woman who found and cared for me.
Eager to throw myself into teaching and forget my time earthside, I step into my classroom only to find her sitting there.
She doesn’t recognize me, but she's going to hate me once she learns the truth…
It’s my fault she’s dead.
Inked in Bloom is the spring standalone in the Hallowed Harbingers series. A rejected mates, bunny shifter romance between a newly turned immortal and her tall and tatted professor, it includes some dark themes surrounding grief and content best suited for those over the age of 18.
Kindle Edition
Expected publication May 5, 2026
136 people want to read
About the author
L.R. Friedman
13 books271 followersL.R. Friedman started writing in 2021 after spending a decade putting “write the book” on her five-year plan. Her first book published in August 2022.
The girl that grew up trying to find a hidden realm in her closet, she now spends her days curled up with a cup of coffee, playing matchmaker for her morally grey characters.
All of her stories include LGBTQ+ leads, mental health rep, and are set in worlds that are dark, sexy, and whimsical. Her immersive and character-driven stories are full of emotional healing and relatable characters, meant to both entertain and empower her readers.
She lives in Virginia with her husband and three children.
The girl that grew up trying to find a hidden realm in her closet, she now spends her days curled up with a cup of coffee, playing matchmaker for her morally grey characters.
All of her stories include LGBTQ+ leads, mental health rep, and are set in worlds that are dark, sexy, and whimsical. Her immersive and character-driven stories are full of emotional healing and relatable characters, meant to both entertain and empower her readers.
She lives in Virginia with her husband and three children.
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 2 of 2 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
I had the opportunity to beta read this one, and it was incredible! The world is not ready for the amazing spring vibes, unique world, and an incredible book boyfriend! I'll update my review further once the book is out and I've read the final version. But definitely keep this one on your radar!
February 5, 2026
A beautiful story about finding yourself through loss.
Thank you to LR Friedman for trusting me to beta read this story.
𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳
➵ romantasy
➵ single dad
➵ forced proximity
➵ fated mates
➵ slow burn
➵ mutual masturbation
➵ “mine”
➵ public play
➵ dirty talk
➵ no 3rd act breakup
➵ claiming
➵ HEA
𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹 5/5⭐️ | 𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 2/5🌶️ | 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 3/5🔥
Thank you to LR Friedman for trusting me to beta read this story.
𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳
➵ romantasy
➵ single dad
➵ forced proximity
➵ fated mates
➵ slow burn
➵ mutual masturbation
➵ “mine”
➵ public play
➵ dirty talk
➵ no 3rd act breakup
➵ claiming
➵ HEA
𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹 5/5⭐️ | 𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 2/5🌶️ | 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 3/5🔥
Displaying 1 - 2 of 2 reviews