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When Silver Met Flame: A Crown of Silver and Flame Prequel Novella
She was the Order's perfect archivist. He was the fae prince sent as a political hostage. Their love was forbidden. Their research was treason. Their separation was inevitable.
Naeris Starborn has spent her entire life following the rules. As a Junior Archivist at the prestigious Celestial Citadel, she's on track for promotion, respect, and everything she's ever worked toward.
Until the night she catches Prince Dain Evernight breaking into the forbidden archives.
She should report him. Arrest him. Do her duty to the Order that raised her.
Instead, she lets him go. And returns the next night to see what he's researching.
What she discovers shatters everything she evidence that the Sundering—the forced separation of three realms a thousand years ago—wasn't necessary protection. It was a deliberate power grab built on systematic lies.
As Naeris and Dain uncover dangerous truths in stolen moments between ancient texts, something else grows between them. Something that makes her silver magic bleed into gold when they touch. Something the Order would kill them both for feeling.
But integration magic isn't the only forbidden thing happening in those archives. And when their conspiracy is discovered, Naeris faces an impossible
Betray the man she loves to save his life, or remain loyal and watch them both die.
A prequel novella to Crown of Silver and Flame. Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, and fantasy romance that breaks your heart before putting it back together.
Naeris Starborn has spent her entire life following the rules. As a Junior Archivist at the prestigious Celestial Citadel, she's on track for promotion, respect, and everything she's ever worked toward.
Until the night she catches Prince Dain Evernight breaking into the forbidden archives.
She should report him. Arrest him. Do her duty to the Order that raised her.
Instead, she lets him go. And returns the next night to see what he's researching.
What she discovers shatters everything she evidence that the Sundering—the forced separation of three realms a thousand years ago—wasn't necessary protection. It was a deliberate power grab built on systematic lies.
As Naeris and Dain uncover dangerous truths in stolen moments between ancient texts, something else grows between them. Something that makes her silver magic bleed into gold when they touch. Something the Order would kill them both for feeling.
But integration magic isn't the only forbidden thing happening in those archives. And when their conspiracy is discovered, Naeris faces an impossible
Betray the man she loves to save his life, or remain loyal and watch them both die.
A prequel novella to Crown of Silver and Flame. Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, and fantasy romance that breaks your heart before putting it back together.
125 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 22, 2025
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March 31, 2026
Short, magical, and emotionally engaging.
When Silver Met Flame is a beautifully written prequel that gives just enough to pull you into its world.
Even as a novella, it manages to create a strong emotional connection between the characters. The dynamic feels meaningful, with a mix of tension, curiosity, and quiet intensity that hints at something much bigger ahead.
The fantasy elements are woven in smoothly without overwhelming the story, making it easy to follow while still feeling immersive. There’s a sense of destiny and conflict building beneath the surface, which adds depth despite the shorter length.
It works really well as an introduction—it doesn’t give everything away, but it leaves you genuinely interested in continuing the series.
When Silver Met Flame is a beautifully written prequel that gives just enough to pull you into its world.
Even as a novella, it manages to create a strong emotional connection between the characters. The dynamic feels meaningful, with a mix of tension, curiosity, and quiet intensity that hints at something much bigger ahead.
The fantasy elements are woven in smoothly without overwhelming the story, making it easy to follow while still feeling immersive. There’s a sense of destiny and conflict building beneath the surface, which adds depth despite the shorter length.
It works really well as an introduction—it doesn’t give everything away, but it leaves you genuinely interested in continuing the series.
December 28, 2025
An interesting short novella for what seems a very intriguing series.
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