Redemption from a Dark Past

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Redemption from a Dark Past
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Lord Sebestyen Adrik has an unsavory reputation as a madman, murderer… and worse. Lonely and searching for love, he seeks the companionship of local young women, hoping one of them will ease his torment and bring him the happiness he longs for. Katarina is his last chance—but will she fear him like all the others? Or is she the one who can lift his curse?

Desperate to avoid a forced marriage, Katarina agrees to become Lord Adrik's latest companion, despite the rumors she has heard about him. She discovers the "Dark Lord's" secret past and realizes he's not the monster everyone thinks he is.

As their love blossoms, she renews his passion for life—yet they cannot escape the ghosts of the past.

When a meeting of the nobility goes horribly wrong, Sebestyen's world unravels, and his enemies plot to destroy him. As all seems lost, a mysterious stranger arrives at the castle. Sebestyen must decide if he is a friend or a foe…and if he can find redemption in his love for Katarina, or lose her and everything else that he holds dear.


This full-length Gothic novel is set in the kingdom of Hungary in 1723 and blends a sensual romance with mystery and suspense.


Historical Romances

About the author

Kelli A. Wilkins

Kelli A. Wilkins is an award-winning author who has published more than 100 short stories, 20+ romance novels, and 8 mystery/horror ebooks. Her romances span many genres and settings, and she likes to scare readers with her horror and mystery stories.
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Her latest release, For Love’s Sake, an epic historical/fantasy romantic adventure, was published in January 2025.

​​​​​​​In August 2024, Kelli released Surreal Escapes​​​​​​​, a collection of 7 speculative/spooky stories. Anything can—and does—happen in this anthology.
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Kelli released her fourth gay romance, A Thousand Summer Secrets, in April 2024. This tender contemporary romance takes place over a summer weekend, where two friends reconnect while seeking love and acceptance.
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She published The Route 9 Killer, a mystery/thriller set in Central NJ, in May 2023.
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Visit her website/blog www.KelliWilkins.com for a full title list and social media links.​​​​​​​