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Eclipse of the Mortal Realm: Crone of White Flame Trilogy Book 1
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Expected 10 Feb 26The Veil has kept the realms separated since the beginning of time - until now.
When a spirit attacks Tharion, the truths the Kingdom has long tried to hide are finally the Veil is cracking, letting ancient evil into the realm of the living. The Fates have destined Tharion to save the realm – yet also to lose.
If he doesn’t stop the Veil’s collapse, a demon sorcerer will claw his way out, threatening to blanket the realm in darkness.
With the help of Eleanora, a brilliant but underestimated witch, and her familiar, Rowan, Tharion sets out to mend the Veil’s fractures before it’s too late.
But every step towards the end reveals new lies and old betrayals. The closer they get to the final breach, the more Tharion realizes that saving the realm will demand a sacrifice he isn’t ready to make.
When a spirit attacks Tharion, the truths the Kingdom has long tried to hide are finally the Veil is cracking, letting ancient evil into the realm of the living. The Fates have destined Tharion to save the realm – yet also to lose.
If he doesn’t stop the Veil’s collapse, a demon sorcerer will claw his way out, threatening to blanket the realm in darkness.
With the help of Eleanora, a brilliant but underestimated witch, and her familiar, Rowan, Tharion sets out to mend the Veil’s fractures before it’s too late.
But every step towards the end reveals new lies and old betrayals. The closer they get to the final breach, the more Tharion realizes that saving the realm will demand a sacrifice he isn’t ready to make.
314 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication February 10, 2026
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December 5, 2025
This is laid out to be a beautiful and action filled trilogy. This is so engaging and detailed. It made me feel like i was reading an old school fantasy with the magic system but the writing style was new and innovative. I was very happy. I cannot wait for more.
November 28, 2025
5 glowing, devastating, heart-stolen stars
“Eclipse of the Mortal Realm” is the kind of debut that reminds you exactly why you love fantasy.
This book isn’t just a story, it’s an experience, one that lingers long after the final page and I was lucky enough to be able to arc read this amazing experience!
From the very beginning, I was hooked by the atmosphere: haunting, magical, emotionally raw.
C.J. Saint crafts a world where every answer leads to three more questions, and somehow you love being left in that delicious uncertainty. The fae politics, the danger lurking between the realms, the ancient prophecy threads, all woven together with a creeping touch of eldritch horror that is, quite honestly, chef’s kiss.
The characters are where this book truly shines.
Eleanora is the perfect balance of powerful yet terrified, brave yet breakable. She feels human in all the places that matter, even when the world demands she be more.
And then there’s Tharion.
Let me be absolutely clear: I adore him.
The slow-burn tension? Immaculate.
The quiet loyalty? Exquisite.
The emotional repression that cracks just enough to make you feral? Perfection.
He is the exact kind of morally-grey, battle-worn, soft-on-the-inside disaster that fantasy readers (and I) live for.
Vulpin, meanwhile, is the fox-shaped emotional support we all needed and weren’t prepared for. I fell in love with him instantly and I’m still not sure I’ve forgiven the author for certain scenes near the end that felt like an assault on my soul. Consider yourself warned.
The found family elements bloom slowly but beautifully, the cast is wonderfully lovable, and some of the emotional hits… yeah, they hurt. A lot. In the best (and worst) way.
Add in stunning elemental magic, fae court intrigue, epic fights, heartbreaking moments, mystery, destiny, creeping cosmic dread, and a romance that simmers then you have a debut that feels both familiar and refreshing at the same time.
Highly, highly recommended for readers who love:
High fantasy
Fae politics
Slow burn romance
Tragic, lovable characters
Found family dynamics
Magic with weight
A touch of eldritch darkness.
Emotional devastation served on a silver platter
I can’t wait for book two and I will be emotionally recovering from this one until then.
“Eclipse of the Mortal Realm” is the kind of debut that reminds you exactly why you love fantasy.
This book isn’t just a story, it’s an experience, one that lingers long after the final page and I was lucky enough to be able to arc read this amazing experience!
From the very beginning, I was hooked by the atmosphere: haunting, magical, emotionally raw.
C.J. Saint crafts a world where every answer leads to three more questions, and somehow you love being left in that delicious uncertainty. The fae politics, the danger lurking between the realms, the ancient prophecy threads, all woven together with a creeping touch of eldritch horror that is, quite honestly, chef’s kiss.
The characters are where this book truly shines.
Eleanora is the perfect balance of powerful yet terrified, brave yet breakable. She feels human in all the places that matter, even when the world demands she be more.
And then there’s Tharion.
Let me be absolutely clear: I adore him.
The slow-burn tension? Immaculate.
The quiet loyalty? Exquisite.
The emotional repression that cracks just enough to make you feral? Perfection.
He is the exact kind of morally-grey, battle-worn, soft-on-the-inside disaster that fantasy readers (and I) live for.
Vulpin, meanwhile, is the fox-shaped emotional support we all needed and weren’t prepared for. I fell in love with him instantly and I’m still not sure I’ve forgiven the author for certain scenes near the end that felt like an assault on my soul. Consider yourself warned.
The found family elements bloom slowly but beautifully, the cast is wonderfully lovable, and some of the emotional hits… yeah, they hurt. A lot. In the best (and worst) way.
Add in stunning elemental magic, fae court intrigue, epic fights, heartbreaking moments, mystery, destiny, creeping cosmic dread, and a romance that simmers then you have a debut that feels both familiar and refreshing at the same time.
Highly, highly recommended for readers who love:
High fantasy
Fae politics
Slow burn romance
Tragic, lovable characters
Found family dynamics
Magic with weight
A touch of eldritch darkness.
Emotional devastation served on a silver platter
I can’t wait for book two and I will be emotionally recovering from this one until then.
November 27, 2025
I received this to read as an ARC.
If you love fantasy with romance then this is a MUST read. I can’t believe this is the authors debut novel as it is just fantastic. The way the author writes, immerses you into the world and I was captivated from the first page.
The characters are loveable - my favourite being Rowan the fox. I need a Rowan as a familiar even though his timing was impeccable (I don’t want to spoil it but you will absolutely understand once you read it). I have loved getting to know them all and reading about their adventure filled journey to the veil.
The author has put so much hard work into this and it shows. I’m so excited that there is going to be another & I can’t wait to read it once it’s finished. This is going to be a great series!
If you love fantasy with romance then this is a MUST read. I can’t believe this is the authors debut novel as it is just fantastic. The way the author writes, immerses you into the world and I was captivated from the first page.
The characters are loveable - my favourite being Rowan the fox. I need a Rowan as a familiar even though his timing was impeccable (I don’t want to spoil it but you will absolutely understand once you read it). I have loved getting to know them all and reading about their adventure filled journey to the veil.
The author has put so much hard work into this and it shows. I’m so excited that there is going to be another & I can’t wait to read it once it’s finished. This is going to be a great series!
December 10, 2025
This was a rollercoaster to read😱😍🥺 This was so good that i felt like i was in the book living it all with them, perfect amount of build-up and tension to keep you hungry for more through out the entire book💓 I got to feel happiness, sadness, and all the feelings with this book. The vivid and amazing descriptions in this book really makes you see the story in your head while you read. 10/10 book for me, really recomends reading this when it comes out! Thanks for letting me be a part of the ARC-team🥰
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