Riftborn (The Riftborn series, #1)

In the heart of Chicago, Selene Carter unwittingly unleashes the unimaginable when she utters a fateful phrase from a dusty, ancient tome. Transported to the mesmerizing and treacherous Titanroot Forest, she finds herself in a realm where secrets deepen and shadows come to life. It's here that she collides with Zephyr Blackthorn—an enigmatic figure whose dark allure is only rivaled by his unwillingness to explain the world Selene has stumbled into.
But when her arrival raises suspicions, Selene is swiftly labeled a traitor and imprisoned in a dungeon. Alone and frightened, she encounters Finn Blackthorn, Zephyr's twin brother, whose carefree charm stands in stark contrast to Zephyr's brooding intensity. Together, they navigate the looming threat of a kingdom on the brink of war, before Zephyr rescues them both, revealing Selene's true identity as a nor'kai—a riftborn with the power to change the world.
As Selene faces the harsh reality of her new life, she is thrust into a world of conflict, where she must harness her untapped abilities to survive. Zephyr may despise her presence, but with danger approaching, he becomes her reluctant mentor, pushing her towards self-discovery—a journey marked by heart-stopping challenges and an awakening romance that sparks in the most unexpected of places.
Riftborn is an enchanting tale of courage, love, and the struggle to forge one's path in a world fraught with chaos. As Selene grapples with her purpose, readers will be drawn into a story that explores the ties of family and friendship, the pain of abandonment, and the power that comes from embracing one's true self. Will Selene rise to meet the challenges of her destiny, or will the shadows consume her? Discover a world where every choice matters, and love can be the greatest weapon of all.

Kyrie Fogus is a writer, teacher assistant, wife, and professional chaos coordinator (also known as Mom). When she's not breaking up sibling arguments or translating toddler tantrums, she's creating fantasy worlds, and emotionally damaged characters who desperately need therapy but will probably just kiss someone instead.
She believes in slow-burn romance, spooky attics, morally gray love interests, and skincare routines that could survive the apocalypse. Fueled by caffeine, late-night plotting, and the occasional existential crisis, Kyrie writes stories for readers who want to feel everything—and maybe sleep with the lights on.