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The book cover features a dark purple and black color scheme with purple roses, a jeweled crown, and a sword. The title reads 'A Crown of Thorned Fate' by K.C. Hawthorne, with the series title 'Thorn Court Book One' and the tagline 'Fate broke her. He claimed her.'

A Crown of Thorned Fate

Step into a world where prophecy, passion, and peril collide.

When healer Elara Veyne is torn from her mortal life and bound to the feared Dark King Caelen Duskryn, she is thrust into the treacherous heart of Thorn Court—a realm of deadly secrets, ancient magic, and ruthless desire.

As fate tightens its grip, Elara must uncover her hidden power and decide whether she will break the curse that binds them… or become the queen destiny demands.

Perfect for readers who love:
• Dark fae kings
• Enemies-to-lovers romance
• Fated mates
• Gothic fantasy worlds
• Forbidden magic
• Obsession, crowns, and betrayal

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Meet K.C. Hawthorne

Creator of dark fae worlds, cursed crowns, and unforgettable obsession.

K.C. Hawthorne writes immersive dark romantasy filled with powerful heroines, dangerous kings, fated bonds, and worlds where love and ruin walk hand in hand.

Her stories blend gothic fantasy, emotional intensity, and seductive slow-burn romance for readers who crave epic stakes and unforgettable passion.

When she isn’t building kingdoms of thorn and flame, she’s crafting stories designed to haunt readers long after the final page.

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