The Heirs of Duty, Braenduir Chronicles #1 by Julia P. Aspenn

In the midst of a war ignited by a reckless king, the future of the Torn Continent hangs in the balance. Arron Grethsen, a brave volunteer, faces an impossible choice between his blossoming love for the enigmatic warrior mage, Jan, and his unwavering sense of duty. Meanwhile, Toren Eddesen ventures through the Kingdoms, searching for his missing brother. In Erephonia, Lady Irana Stemraon wrestles with the weight of her crown and the tumult of her heart. As destinies intertwine, can love and loyalty survive in a world teetering on the edge of chaos?

Adult • Fantasy/Epic and High • Fantasy/Sword and Sorcery • Diversity Representation • Romance/Fantasy

Content Warning: Contains scenes of violence, sex, and death.