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[Discontinued] Crown of Ash and Bonds (Original Version)

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Seraphina D’Lorien was raised to lead with grace, bound by duty, and destined to carry on her noble house’s legacy. As the Duchess of House D’Lorien and wife to the ambitious Alaric Vessant, she was meant to be a symbol of stability in a crumbling empire. Instead, she was accused of treason, chained at the pyre, and sentenced to burn. The empire turned its back. Her husband watched in silence. Her cousin Evelyne wept in public, but behind her tears was a smile no one else noticed. And only Evelyne knew that Seraphina was carrying a child. That secret died in the fire. Or so they thought. But Seraphina did not stay dead. She awakens in her chambers, unburned, unbound, and alive. Everything around her is exactly as it was, except now, she remembers everything. The lies. The betrayal. The flame. And the child she never got to protect. With no one aware of what truly happened, Seraphina pretends to resume her former life. But she no longer trusts, no longer hopes, and no longer believes justice will come on its own. By day, she smiles at her husband’s side. By night, she stalks the empire’s shadows, gathering secrets, unraveling documents, and finding cracks in the system that tried to erase her. Her quest leads her to Caelan Vorenthal, the Warden General, an enigmatic, masked warrior with no tolerance for corruption and a past as shadowed as her own. What begins as cautious cooperation becomes something deeper, as Seraphina uncovers a conspiracy stretching back years. Her marriage had been arranged not for love, but as a calculated maneuver. Her family’s fall was no accident. It was orchestrated. Her life, her title, even her pain were all used as leverage in a political game she never agreed to play. And now, she is rewriting the rules. Just as she prepares to move against the court, assassins strike. Seraphina survives, but the message is clear. Someone knows she is no longer a pawn. War brews in the corridors of power, and every ally she gains makes her more of a threat. Through ink, blade, and bloodless subterfuge, Seraphina prepares to dismantle the empire that once watched her burn. One forged document, one ruined house, one false oath at a time. The court believes she has been tamed. But Seraphina D’Lorien is no longer theirs to control. She is the flame reborn, and this time she decides who burns.
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Chapter 1 - Crown of Ash and Bonds Book Revamp

⚠️ This version is discontinued. Read the new, fully rebooted version here:👉 Crown of Ash and Bonds: The Rise of the Flamebearer (https://www.webnovel.com/book/33091967800879005)

Everything has changed—plot, pacing, POVs, and format. You don't want to miss it.

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Hey everyone! I'm CG Blaire, author of Crown of Ash and Bonds. After submitting my work for contract consideration, I received some tough but incredibly valuable feedback. While the critique was hard to hear, it was exactly what I needed to improve the story. The feedback highlighted a few areas that required attention:

The plot was hard to follow and didn't engage readers.The pacing felt too slow.The opening didn't immediately hook readers.

Taking this feedback to heart, I decided to completely revise the story. What was originally planned as a single novel has now been split into two shorter books, Book One: The Rise of the Flamebearer and Book Two: Crown of Ash and Bonds – The Chosen Flame, forming the Flamebearer Saga, still under the larger umbrella of Soulfire Chronicles.

As a result of this revision, I've pulled the old version from publishing and will be re-releasing the story under the new titles. I apologize to those of you who have become fond of the original version, but I believe this change will make the story much stronger and more engaging.

 

What's Changed?

The revised edition of Crown of Ash and Bonds: The Rise of the Flamebearer features:

A more cohesive plot

Tighter pacing

A stronger, more gripping opening

Enhanced character development

This isn't just a simple tweak, it's a full rewrite designed to bring you the best possible version of the story. Every chapter has been reworked to be more engaging, dynamic, and easier to follow.

 

What Does This Mean for You?

For those of you who've already read Crown of Ash and Bonds, get ready for a completely new experience! The updated Book One of Crown of Ash and Bonds: The Rise of the Flamebearer will be available soon, featuring 50+ fully revised chapters. And don't worry, Book Two will be coming shortly after, packed with even more action, character depth, and plot twists.

 

For Readers Interested in the Physical Copy:

The revised edition of Crown of Ash and Bonds: The Rise of the Flamebearer will also be available on Amazon KDP in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover formats. These versions are entirely different from the Webnovel release and will feature exclusive content not available online, including:

New character POVs that provide deeper perspectives

Expanded world lore for a richer experience

A detailed map to help you explore the world more fully

These physical editions offer a one-of-a-kind experience that any reader who wants the complete story shouldn't miss.

 

 

What's Next?

Once you've finished the revamped Book One, Book Two will be coming soon, packed with even higher stakes, more twists, and even deeper betrayals. I'll be taking a short break to recharge, but I'm already excited to dive into the next chapter of this saga and share it with you.

 

🖤 To My Amazing Readers 🖤

I can't thank you all enough for your incredible support. This journey has been nothing short of a rollercoaster, and I'm so grateful for each and every one of you who has joined me along the way. Your enthusiasm and patience mean the world to me. The Rise of the Flamebearer is just the beginning of something truly special, and I can't wait to share the rest of this adventure with you.

If you haven't caught up yet, now's the perfect time! The revamped Book One is almost here, and I'm beyond excited for you to dive into this new chapter of the story.

With all my love,

CG Blaire

 

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