Seren Kerris
Sun Heart Books
Fantasy stories with magic, heart and heat
Spark of Change
Book 1 of the Hawk and Flame Saga
She grew up dreaming of heroism—until her life was shattered. Now she’s fighting for something deeper.
A character driven fantasy of quiet magic, earned strength, and the ties that shape us — some forged in fire, some in longing
Early Release Version Available Now
Ebook coming soon.
The Hawk and Flame Saga
Series Introduction
The Hawk and Flame Saga is a slow-burn queer fantasy series about resilience, connection, and chosen family.Set in a world where magic is inherited, knowledge is hoarded, and progress favours the wealthy, the series follows Sola Brightheart—a traumatised but determined City Guard—as she navigates healing, mentorship, and unexpected intimacy. With slow-burn romance, magical training, and emotionally intelligent storytelling, Hawk and Flame invites readers into a world shaped by vulnerability, growth, and the quiet power of chosen family.Perfect for fans of romantic fantasy, found family, and stories that honour neurodiversity and queer joy.
Books in the Series
Spark of Change
Book 1 of the Hawk and Flame Saga
She grew up dreaming of heroism—until her life was shattered. Now she’s fighting for something deeper.Sola Brightheart always wanted to be a travelling healer and adventurer. Her shelves overflow with stories of bravery and magical quests. But after losing her parents in a violent attack, she was left traumatised and alone—until a retired City Guard captain took her in, and she was trained to survive.Now she’s a Guard herself, grinding through patrols by day and slaying monsters in her off-hours, hoping to earn a place in the Adventurers Guild—even if her healing magic only works on herself.Then a string of chance encounters reshapes her path—and her understanding of herself. With her sharp-tongued adoptive sister Libelle (the Archmage’s apprentice) at her side, Sola earns a sponsorship for the Arena combat tournament, gains a mentor in Forensic Magic, and finds purpose teaching survival skills to children. Slowly, she learns to face her fears, open up to others—and maybe find love.Spark of Change is a character-driven fantasy of quiet magic, earned strength, and the ties that shape us—some forged in fire, some in longing.
Early Release Version Available Now
Ebook coming soon.
Best Friends With Benefits
A Lesbian Fantasy Love Story set in the World of Hawk and Flame
Book 1.5 of the Hawk and Flame Saga
Lady Raine Rivers, a noble adventurer on the cusp of political life, seeks comfort and connection with her closest friend, fashion designer Talia Merrow. Over the course of a single summer evening, they share a private fashion show, a decadent dinner, and a night of playful intimacy.As Raine dreams of supporting Hawkstead’s queer community, Talia offers enchantments, wisdom, and unwavering friendship. But when love and duty collide, they must confront what their bond truly means—and whether it can survive the choices ahead.Best Friends With Benefits is a tender, sexy interlude in the Hawk and Flame Saga—celebrating queer joy, emotional safety, and the power of chosen family.This story can be enjoyed independently of the main series. Chronologically, it takes place after Chapter 8 of Spark of Change.
Early Release Version Available Now
Ebook coming soon.
Flame of Devotion
Book 2 of the Hawk and Flame Saga
An explosion rocks Corporal Sola Brightheart’s neighbourhood, cutting short her leave of absence. She joins Senior Detective Selene Nightshade and Guard Dane Carwyn to investigate—using her newly acquired Forensic Magic to track down leads.Evidence points to gang activity, meddling mages, and noble-owned infrastructure. Sola calls on her sister Libelle to uncover whether Mind Magic is at play.As the threat escalates, Sola intensifies her kids’ survival training—preparing them for a disaster she can sense coming but can’t yet name. Meanwhile, Lady Raine Rivers learns of Sola’s efforts, even as House Rivers begins turning up in Sola’s crime scene investigations.And while the city simmers, the qualifiers for the Grand Tournament begin.Flame of Devotion continues the Hawk and Flame Saga with rising stakes, deepening bonds, and the quiet urgency of protecting what matters most.
Expected in 2026
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About Seren Kerris
Seren Kerris writes emotionally intelligent speculative fiction with a focus on character-driven fantasy, slow-burn romance, and the transformative power of chosen family. Seren’s stories explore inner conflict, resilience, and connection—often through protagonists navigating trauma, intimacy, and the quiet hope of belonging.Seren’s work blends genres, weaving together action, drama, and adult romance in immersive worlds where magic and emotional truth go hand in hand. The Hawk and Flame Saga begins with Spark of Change, following Sola Brightheart’s journey of healing and growth. Future novellas and side stories will deepen the lives and relationships of the characters Sola meets along the way.All titles are published by Sun Heart Books.
About the Hawk and Flame Saga
The Hawk and Flame Saga explores the quiet power of chosen family, emotional safety, and queer joy in a world shaped by magical inheritance and systemic inequality. At its heart is Sola Brightheart, a haunted but resilient young Guard whose journey unfolds through slow-burn romance, mentorship, and community care.As Sola trains for the Arena tournament, studies Forensic Magic, and teaches survival skills to children, she begins to heal—and to connect. Her path is shaped by sharp-tongued allies, radiant mages, and the slow unfolding of trust.Hawk and Flame blends progression fantasy and romantic fantasy with themes of trauma recovery, bullying, queer identity, and neurodiversity.
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