The World of Duhra
The World of Duhra's fantasy romance novels transport readers into an historically-inspired setting where magic is part of everyday life. Each book is a standalone romance with a satisfying happily-ever-after; each duology offers a wider tale; and, the full set will paint a vivid picture of the world as details unfold. Full of hilarious banter, believable love between well-suited matches, and a dash of absurdity, M.A. Lakewood's delightful fantasy romcoms are set in a diverse universe with a Regency era aesthetic minus the guns, gloves, and misogyny. Currently announced are four duologies comprising a full set of interconnected stories spanning ~50 years.
Character art for the World of Duhra by Vidun Mansitha (first 3 books) and Kelci Parsell (4th book).
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The Sunshine's Shadow
(September 24, 2026)
Suggested Reading Order
DUOLOGIES CAN BE READ SEPARATELY BUT ARE BEST ENJOYED IN ORDER.
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The Reluctant Queen
BOOK ONE OF THE FEAR & FOCUS DUOLOGY IS AVAILABLE ON AMAZON: EBOOK, PAPERBACK, KINDLE UNLIMITED
What to expect?
🌏 Cozy and peaceful fantasy world
✨ Elemental magic + that weird one
🌶️ x4 (a wide open door)
👩❤️👨 Dual POV (third person)
🎂 Adult MCs (she’s 24, he’s 29)
🤴🏻 He falls first
🏰 Forced proximity
📖 HEA & stands alone (but is first in a duology)


The Chaosweaver's Daughter
BOOK 2 OF THE FEAR & FOCUS DUOLOGY IS AVAILABLE ON AMAZON: EBOOK, PAPERBACK, KINDLE UNLIMITED
What to expect?
🏫 Academics with a love of etymology
✨ More info on the magic system
🌶️ Open-door & slow-burn
🎂 My most new-adult book (she's 21, he's 26)
🤵🏻 He falls first and much, much harder
💖 He's a duke, she's a tutor
📖 Guaranteed HEA & wraps up the duology


The Future Queen's Captive
BOOK 1 OF THE HOPE & HOME DUOLOGY IS AVAILABLE ON AMAZON: EBOOK, PAPERBACK, KINDLE UNLIMITED
What to expect?
⛰️ A new kingdom!
✨ New types of magic!
🥰 Lord x Princess
🫣 She abducts him
🛁 Emotional caretaking
🧠 Amnesia (sorry!)
🌶️ Open-door & slow-burn
📖 HEA with the subplot continuing into book 2


September 24th
The Sunshine's Shadow
BOOK 2 OF THE HOPE & HOME DUOLOGY IS COMING SOON TO AMAZON: EBOOK, PAPERBACK, KINDLE UNLIMITED
What to expect?
⛰️ A fantasy roadtrip
🌚 A stressed-out "shadow daddy"
🔥 A firebearing countess
🗺️ A mission to change the world
😇 "Good girl." + make it an awakening
🏡 Finding home (metaphorically)
🌶️ Open-door spice (yes, he uses his shadows)

Maps of Duhra
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