Veronica Dale

Leaf and Flame 

Coin of Rulve Book Four

now available in print and digital editions

When fire and blood aren't enough, when love and devastation converge, what does redemption look like?

Painfully aware of the ancient prophecy: "One will help the other die," Sheft and Teller must leave the women they love and embark on the last stage of their mission. Pushed to their limits, besieged but still standing, the twin brothers fear that their ultimate victory can only be achieved by their final defeat. 

"The plot contains more than one surprise which brings about a truly thrilling conclusion to this poignant and action-packed narrative.”  Readers Favorite Book Review.

"Dramatic, cinematic, and at times terrifying, this novel offers a roller-coaster ride between some wicked cliffhangers."  Cynthia Harrison, author of the award-winning Blue Lake series.

"I don't normally read speculative fiction, but this book is breath-taking. I believe Leaf and Flame is Dale's magnum opus, and can definitely see it as a movie!"  Roberta Brown, poet, musician and former president of the over-a-century old Detroit Working Writers.

Time Candle

Coin of Rulve Book Three 

When saviors need saving, only risk, sacrifice, and courage can find a way out. 

 A mysterious, relentless poison leaves Sheft and Teller with only thirteen hours to live. While Se leaders frantically struggle to find an antidote, four friends risk their lives in enemy-occupied territory to save their homeland's promised saviors. 

 "A richly imagined tale of the struggle between the persistence of goodness and the corruption of power." Debra Doyle, winner of the Mythopoeic  Fantasy Award.

“Dale’s characters are extremely poignant, and their battles with both internal and external demons are memorable and page-turning.” The BookLife Prize

“A riveting, beautifully rendered work with stunning depth.” Loren Oberweger: author and independent book editor

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Blood Seed:

Coin of Rulve Book One

The must-read novel that launches the series

Eighteen-year-old Sheft suspects there is a connection between him and a deadly entity that haunts the nearby Riftwood. So when he and Mariat fall in love, Sheft must decide whether to share with her the devastating realization of who he is discovering himself to be, or to embark alone on the dark journey his destiny demands.

"In a new approach to this genre, the author refuses to create a predictable love story.  Five stars!" --M. Beltran. Readers' Favorite

"I In a book world replete with genre reads, Blood Seed offers something different: a potent mix of fantasy, romance, intrigue, and a believable protagonist whose current dilemma is just the beginning."--D. Donovan. Midwest Book Review

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Dark Twin:

Coin of Rulve Book Two

Power, intrigue and heartbreak in the depths of an underground world 

Having been subjected as a child to a dark lord’s mind-probes, Teller barely remembers he has—somewhere—a twin brother. When the beautiful Liasit begs Teller to use his power of fire to free her enslaved people, he faces a crucial test. Of the three names among which he must choose, one will break his heart, another will break his will, and the third will condemn what is left of his soul.

“Dale's lush world-building and dark characters had me turning pages far into the night. You do not want to miss this fantasy." ---Gretchen Rily, paranormal and contemporary romance author.

“Firmly rooted in the fantasy genre yet laced with elements of intrigue, political purpose, and moral and ethical issues, Dark Twin is especially recommended for readers who like their fantasies complex and thought-provoking.” ---D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review.

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Night Cruiser:

Short Stories about Creepy, Amusing or Spiritual Encounters with the Shadow

"Sometimes the things that go bump in the night tell us more about us than what's going on around us. Veronica Dale's compilation of ten short and sometimes spooky stories covers a lot of ground - from outright sci-fi to dealing with our fears in the dark." ---Goodreads Review

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