Rowan, the third child of the third son of a Knight, lives a happy life until the sudden death of her father. Forced to go live with an uncle she barely knows, she begins a life of royal education and duty. On her travels, she meets an elven blacksmith who turns out to be more than he seems. Little do either know, their fates are entwined in the future of their kingdoms as evil spreads through the land.

At Dawn's Light is created by Heather Dilts-Baiano, an eGlobal Creative Publishing author.

At Dawn's Light

A heavy sigh escaped from Rowan’s lips before she could manage restraint. Tarik tilted his head to the side and gave Rowan a warning look. Lea appeared from Rowan’s chambers and gently placed a delicate, gold tiara on the queen’s head. 


“There, I’m ready!” Rowan declared as she began to enthusiastically march down the stairs. She had only gone a few steps before she stepped on her gown and stumbled. Tarik’s strong grip found her arm and set her straight again. She gave him a thankful glance and reached to open the throne room door.


Suddenly, Rowan felt herself spun around. General Tarik fixed her tiara, straightened a stray hair, raised an eyebrow, then spun her back around and gave her a push.


“Queen Rowan,” King Elinias greeted her. “I appreciate you holding court so early.”


“I thank you for coming,” Rowan said in Elven. “This situation needs to be dealt with.”


Chapter 27: Open The Gates