Veil of Embers

Threadfire #1

by Karla Molina

Eadartha is rotting from the inside out.

Sorcha is a druid ranger sworn to guard the Veil, the shifting boundary that protects her realm from the creatures that lurk beyond it. When a cloaked figure whispers her name, the Veil begins to tear. Monsters slip through the cracks, spirits stalk the woods, ancient gods stir awake, and Sorcha’s runes flare with a power she never wanted.

The Druid Council offers no answers. The forests offer only warnings. And the Dark Druid’s shadow grows stronger with every passing night.

With Samhain approaching and the realm unraveling, Sorcha begins to search for truth hidden in forbidden magic and forgotten myths. Loyal Kyron stands at her side, and a chaotic Cait Sídhe guides her through riddles, lore, and half-truths. Every path leads her closer to the one place no one dares to go.

At the edge of the Veil, one choice enter the unknown or lose everything she swore to protect.

508 pages, Paperback

Expected publication February 1, 2026

Reviews

[Shenandoah · Rating 5 out of 5]

I throughly enjoyed this read. I am beyond excited to purchase this book this coming February 9th and have the gorgeous physical copy added to my collection of trophies.

This book was full of twists and turns that created a magnificently vivid experience as if I were in the presence of those who walked the streets of Lumora religiously. The spices, the smells, the feelings. The Circle of Light is just one of many keeps throughout the realms. All doing the same tasks, different ways. Keeping balance and peace between the mortal world and Otherworld, something dark has emerged and it’s meddling with fate dangerously. Sorcha and the rest of the Circle will have to work together while staying cautious of the unknown tied with the Otherworld in order to save not only herself but the others she has yet to meet…

[Adriana · Rating 4 out of 5]

Found family
Touch her and die
Banter
Memorable characters
Trading sides
Gives you all the feels

Sorcha is a guard of the veil, her job is to observe and report. She starts to have dreams that seem too real, strange things start to happen and a dark figure is stalking her. Sorcha begins to question things.
Enter Kyron, his job is to observe and report on Sorcha, but soon he can not stand to just observe anymore. Kyron knows more than he is willing to say. 
Together they must find a way to stop the darkness that is killing their world on both sides of the veil.

I give Karla major props for this story.
This was a great first book. It answered some questions but left plenty of room for the story to grow, which just made me want the next book more. 
The writing flowed really well and was easy to follow. The pacing kept me engaged the whole time. 
The Celtic mythology felt well researched and thoughtfully worked into the story without being overwhelming. 
I really appreciated the consistency of the plot and story, especially with the magic system. While the magic system wasn’t fully explained right away, nothing conflicted with how it had already been used earlier in the book. 
The worldbuilding was immersive without being overly detailed. The descriptions of places, colors, and even scents were vivid enough that I could clearly picture everything and triggered memories.
The characters are easy to get attached to. Each with their own personality and emotional depth that allowed emotional moments to hit hard.
I absolutely cannot wait for the next book


Favorite Quotes

She didn’t need saving. She needed someone who saw the fire in her soul and chose to burn besides her.

Sorcha spun on her heel, her voice filled with sarcasm, “Well, then PROTECT me, Kyron! …”

“Well,” he mused, “ it was dramatic. Another second and you would’ve become the next verse of my favorite nursery rhyme”

“Real power comes from rising above the things that try to destroy you,” he said quietly. “It seems you’ve chosen to take control of whatever was haunting you

[Nikkireads · Rating 3 out of 5]

We follow Sorcha, a Druid ranger sworn to guard the Veil that separates her world from the dangerous creatures beyond it. When Eadartha begins to rot and a tear in the Veil allows creatures to slip through, Sorcha discovers she possesses hidden elemental powers powerful enough to destroy the Dark Druid, who will stop at nothing to see her fall. Alongside Kyron, the rest of her Druid ranger friends, and her loyal Cat Sidhe animal companion, Sorcha must face the growing darkness threatening their world.

This is a slower-paced, character-driven fantasy that focuses more on atmosphere and worldbuilding than action. I loved the vivid storytelling, the variety of magical creatures, the Celtic inspired setting, and the elemental magic system, which added richness to the world. While the story wasn’t very action packed and moved more slowly than I usually prefer, I genuinely loved all of the characters and their dynamics. By the end, I was excited to see where this story goes next and how the magic, characters, and world continue to unfold.

✨ Overall: immersive Celtic fantasy with elemental magic, strong characters, and promising potential. Thank you Karla Molina for this ARC!

[Jen · Rating 4 out of 5]

So grateful to be part of the eARC team and the opportunity to provide an honest review! If you enjoy heart-warming banter, lovable characters (magical beings included) and descriptive imagery, this is your next found family fantasy to add to your TBR. What a great start for a debut romantasy! I found Sorcha’s journey fast-paced and compelling as she navigates the mysteries that take her beyond her ranger’s post in the Circle of Light. The intrigue behind the Veil unraveling, a brewing love triangle, and adventurous tone steeped in Celtic mythology had me “just one more chapter”-ing until the end, at which point I wished there was more! Great setup for the rest the series and I can’t wait to see how it all unfolds.

[Mariah Cruz · Rating 5 out of 5]

The way this book had me in a chokehold. The world building was enough to keep me reading. The way this author takes you into the world of Eadartha by giving you the sights and sounds and smells, makes you feel like you are really there.
Sorcha is your FMC and she is sworn to guard the veil. She along with the rest of the Circle must find a way to work together after the veil beings to tear and stay on alert about the unknowns linked to the Otherworld. Will there will be enough? Or will they have to rely on outside help to keep their realm protected?

slowburn
found family
prophecy
gods
fae


1/5 🌶🌶🌶

[Lupita · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s a dark fantasy with amazing characters and great worldbuilding. It’s a spooky read filled with ancient magic, yearning relationships, and betrayal.👀
The story follows Sorcha and her friends as they try to uncover the mysteries of the veil and how to keep the balance. Along the way, Sorcha meets Kyron and Cat, who help her navigate the changes in the realm.
I love the trio (the party!), but there are so many other characters I’ve got my eyes on 😩. And I really can’t help myself with the villains I’m genuinely invested in all of them. That alone says a lot about how well they’re written. 🖤🐺

[Tyler · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to the author for the eARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Molina clearly did plenty of research on Celtic mythology and weaving it seamlessly into the story without leaving the reader confused as to which gods govern which elements or about the countless mythological creatures outside of just the fae. The vivid imagery effortlessly brings the picturesque settings to life, pulling you into the story right alongside such lovable characters. This one is definitely for the romantasy lovers that enjoy a good slow burn.

[Tashia · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really enjoyed the world building. The Celtic mythology was interesting to read about and I felt like the author really knew what she was writing about! I liked the relationships, how they progressed and how you could really feel what they felt for each other. I feel like this book had everything I usually enjoy in a book while maybe a little less action filled. I am intrigued to see where book 2 goes from here.

[Karla Nickerson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely enjoyed this book, The author did a wonderful job with her characters,developing into there true selves.
The Celtic mythology kept me intrigued, this book has a little bit of everything can't wait to read more from the Author.

[Marilyn Formosa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this intriguing story. The characters are interesting and the world building is captivating.

[Ben · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not a frequent reader but this book instantly caught my interest. The characters and the world the author constructed had me captivated from start to finish!
Great read!