Cursed Cocktails: A Cozy Fantasy (Tales of Aedrea)

After twenty years as a blood mage defending the frozen north against dangerous threats across the nine kingdoms, Rhoren "Bloodbane" retires. Chronic pain and burning veins lead him to seek relief in a warmer climate and a fresh start. In the coastal town of Eastborne, the umbral elf finds new purpose and belonging. He opens a tavern using a book of drink recipes inherited from his father—his most prized possession. While running a tavern presents unique challenges, Rhoren draws on the skills and strength built over a lifetime of service to the realm. Cursed Cocktails is part of Tales of Aedrea, a series of standalone novels set within an epic fantasy world. This entry focuses on cozy, low-stakes fantasy themes of found family, starting over later in life, and the challenges of opening a business.