The small port town of Harborside and all the lands of the new realm await the impending nuptials of their beloved healer, Katherine Ludow, and the Duke of Welborne. But as the two noble families are happily united, not all is right in the world. War ships from across the Ruby Sea, the unexplained "Seeping," and wicked desires of the undead are only parts of the growing evil they must face. Death and separation from loved ones will tax the newlywed couple and threaten to steal their newly found joy, but greater darkness awaits. Together, with family, friends, and unexpected allies, the Duke and Duchess of Welborne will fight for a happy future and find great purpose in their lives. *Author royalties go to the Food Bank of Iowa's Backpack Program to support children in need.