The Unwelcome Guest
- Publication
- February 17, 2026
- Publisher
- Briarbook Lane Press
About the Book
They say you should never turn away someone in need — but they forgot to mention what happens when a visitor refuses to leave.
And for Lord Dorian Thessarin, that is exactly what happens when Halen Cade, a charming bard with a lute and amber eyes, shows up at his doorstep during a moonlit storm. Despite his better judgment, Dorian invites the stranger into his home, much to the delight of his sister Tavia. But as strange occurrences start happening around the house - missing spoons, misplaced items, and a suddenly friendly fox - Dorian begins to wonder if Halen is not just a guest, but a mischief maker. And Tavia finds herself drawn to the enigmatic stranger, even as she questions his motives.
As the chaos escalates, Tavia must confront the truth about Halen and his intentions. Is he a thief, or is he after something more than just material possessions?
A standalone tale in the world of Tessagonia.
If you enjoyed books like "The Night Circus" and "The Hazel Wood," you will love "The Unwelcome Guest."
