R.L.’s Comments (group member since May 02, 2025)

R.L.’s comments from the Free book editing/beta reading group.

Tides of Betrayal follows Princess Persepha of Callaia—a sharp-tongued royal caught between duty and desire who was raised on myths—tales whispered by her mother woven as lullabies and stories of a kingdom forged by four legendary brothers. In Callaia, history is worshipped and legacy rules the realm.

Now, with their father—King Alger—fading from illness, Persepha and her sisters are thrust into the heart of courtly chaos. Duty demands marriage. The kingdom needs a Queen. But the past has begun to stir, and the hidden truths Persepha’s mother left behind may be more than just stories.

When a devilishly dangerous lord arrives on Callaia’s shores, Persepha is drawn to him with a pull she cannot explain. He is equal parts shadow and flame—and somehow, he is the key to everything unraveling around her.

As ancient secrets emerge and the line between prophecy and morality begins to blur, Persepha must choose: surrender to the fate written in blood, or carve a destiny of her own making.

In a world where myths breathe, power corrupts, and sirens could be lurking just beneath the surface, uncovering the truth could destroy everything.

This book blends:

🌿 Mythology-inspired worldbuilding (think sirens, sacred relics, soul-binding heirlooms)
🔥 Romantic tension with a touch of spice
👑 Three royal sisters navigating political games, prophecy, and personal power
🌕 Atmospheric magic and ancient curses
🌊 High stakes emotional arcs and slow-burn betrayal


Total Word Count: 124K

Please let me know if your're interested in reading this, I can send anyone the draft!