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The Lord of Stariel
Gaslamp fantasy romance
The Lord of Stariel
Book 1 of the Stariel series
Hetta Valstar returns home for her father's funeral, intending to leave once the family's magical estate chooses its next ruler. Stariel has plans of its own, and the succession brings troublesome relatives, unwelcome responsibilities, and a very appealing butler into her carefully independent life. As the fae return to the mortal world, the estate's new lord must look beyond inheritance disputes to protect the place and people bound to the land. Wry family drama, slow-burn romance, and an opinionated manor make this an inviting gaslamp fantasy for rainy afternoons and quiet autumn reading.
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Kissing · Bereavement · Fantasy peril · Alcoholism references · Blackmail involving a closeted character · Homophobia and misogyny
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- 2 oz sloe gin
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- 0.25 oz simple syrup, adjusted to taste ↗
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