Enter a world where witches weave and mages channel meets the destruction of time. The Robin of Larkspur Series follows the journey of Robin as she battles the Wild Hunt.
Hunter’s Night
Book 1
After the Wild Hunt kidnaps her daughter during a brutal snowstorm, a warrior must brave a winter wasteland and forge new alliances to track down the monsters. Meanwhile, Sarn faces his own demons as the Huntress targets him, setting their paths on a collision course.
Read this any time after Shards For His Gift.
Rogue Night
Book 2
Seeking aid at Mount Eredren, Robin faces false accusations of kidnapping until she discovers Sarn, a reclusive mage secretly hunting the same creatures to save his own son. United by a desperate promise, they must navigate a maze of tunnels and politics to find the Wild Hunt’s lair before it’s too late
Rogue Ranger
Book 3
Venturing into the perilous enchanted forest, Robin and Sarn must navigate ancient rules that forbid violence while dodging arrows and wolves to reach the magical Haven where their children are held captive. As the Wild Hunt closes in, Sarn is forced to use his forbidden magic to shield them, risking exposure to save the ones he loves.
Rogue Rescue
Book 4
Trapped inside a magical Haven with summoned gods and a madwoman bent on destroying time, Robin and Sarn must race against a collapsing spell to save their babies. When a future version of Robin’s daughter intervenes to save the timeline, the group must make a desperate escape back to Mount Eredren before the ground swallows them whole.
Rogue Gift
Book 5
Working as a newly minted prison guard, Robin stumbles upon a conspiracy involving a prisoner who should be dead, leading powerful forces to wipe her memories to keep the secret. As investigators accuse her of a murder she didn’t commit, Robin must piece together her fractured mind to protect Sarn and her daughter from the shadows lurking under the mountain.
Companion Novels & Side Stories
Gateway To Hell
Side story set in an alternative future timeline
When an ex-god steals a spell from a library in Hell, he triggers a chain reaction that splits the timeline and unleashes a demon invasion on Earth. Only an unlikely hero, who remembers a version of her life without demons, stands between the remnants of humanity and the end of the world
Read this any time after Rogue Ranger.
About the Robin of Larkspur Series’ World
What is the magic system in the Robin of Larkspur Series books?
The series features a distinct division of magic: Mages channel, and Witches weave.
- Earth Magic: The primary source of magic seen is “earth magic.” It is tied to the physical world, particularly stones and the earth itself.
- The Enchanted Forest: The setting itself is magical. The forest is sentient and enforces three strict rules: “Start no fires. Carry no weapons. Do no harm”.
- Lumir Crystals: These are ubiquitous magical items used for light and heat. White or yellow crystals provide light, while red crystals provide heat.
- Binding Oaths: In this world, promises have magical weight. For a mage, a promise acts like a spell; they are physically unable to break their word once given.
How does the magic system in the Robin of Larkspur Series work?
It depends on who is using it:
- Mages (like Sarn): They channel raw power, often visible as a green glow. Sarn is an earth mage; his magic loves rocks and can manipulate the ground, create shields, and generate a mental “head map” of his surroundings. However, his magic hates water and snow, making it difficult to use in winter conditions.
- Witches (like Robin): They don’t just blast magic; they create with it. Robin discovers she can take the remnants of magic left behind by others—visualized as glowing threads—and weave them into tangible objects, like a protective gauntlet, a whip, or a blanket.
- Curse Breakers: There is a rare type of magic involving “Curse Breakers.” Because a curse is viewed as a lie made true, a Curse Breaker must enforce the truth. Consequently, characters with this power, like Sarn, are physically incapable of lying.
Is the Robin of Larkspur Series appropriate for Young Adults?
Yes, it fits well within the Young Adult (YA) or New Adult fantasy genres because:
- The Protagonists’ Ages: Sarn is seventeen years old, and Robin is a young mother of about twenty.
- The Themes: The story focuses heavily on the struggle to protect children (Sarn’s brother and son, Robin’s daughter), finding one’s place in a world where magic is illegal, and the bonds of friendship and family.
- The Content: While there is action and fighting, the violence is standard fantasy fare (swords, arrows, and magic). There are references to the antagonists (the Wild Hunt) preferring prey aged “fifteen to thirty” for “seduction,” but it is not graphic.
Who are the main characters?
The series revolves around two central figures who are forced into an alliance:
- Robin of Larkspur: A warrior woman and single mother who is discovering her identity as a witch. She is fierce, determined, and willing to do anything to save her kidnapped infant daughter, Rosalie.
- Sarn: A seventeen-year-old earth mage with glowing green eyes. He is an indentured servant to the Rangers. He is powerful but reluctant to fight, preferring to protect his younger brother, Miren, and his own infant son, Ran.
- Shade: Sarn’s best friend and protector. Shade is an enigma who covers their face and body in gray robes and harbors a dark secret—a demon named Zail lives within them.
- The Antagonists: The Wild Hunt, led by the Huntress Hyntra. They are creatures (part human, part animal) who kidnap Robin and Sarn’s children to fuel a spell.
What genre and tropes are in the Robin of Larkspur series?
Genre: High Fantasy, Epic Fantasy, Action/Adventure.
Tropes:
- Magic is Illegal: Mages are hunted by “Seekers of Truth” and must hide their powers or face execution.
- Found Family: Sarn, his brother Miren, Shade, and the group of “Foundlings” form a tight-knit unit looking out for one another.
- Reluctant Hero: Sarn possesses immense power but just wants a normal life and to keep his family safe.
- The Quest: The characters must journey into a dangerous magical forest to rescue their kidnapped children.
- Mythology: The series features interactions with fallen gods, shapeshifters, and angels.
Do I need to read the books in order?
Yes. The books follow a continuous narrative arc involving the kidnapping of the children, the chase through the enchanted forest, and the consequences of the rescue.
What to read next?
Finished the Robin of Larkspur Series? Start the Curse Breaker Series next since the Robin of Larkspur series is a prequel to that series or the Rogue Gods Trilogy, which shows what the ex-gods were up to.
Melinda Kucsera - USA Today Bestselling Author of Epic Fantasy Adventures 
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