A Prince in Mourning. A Demon in the Shadows. A Kingdom on the Brink.In a world where honor is a mask and grief a weapon, The Serpent's Whispers begins the Crimson Vengeance Trilogy with a blade-sharp tale of betrayal, forbidden magic, and ghost-haunted revenge.When Prince Kenjiro's father-the noble daimyo of House Hoshino-dies from a suspicious illness, the young heir is shattered by grief. But grief turns to suspicion when his uncle Kageyama marries the prince's mother just days after the funeral. As ancient traditions are cast aside, a deeper evil begins to stir.Whispers of a demon-Akuma-no-Kami-ripple through the court, and a tormented spirit returns with one word on its breath: vengeance. Guided by the ghost of his father and the flickering shadows of truth, Kenjiro must feign madness to uncover a deadly conspiracy entwined with dark sorcery, political ambition, and a secret that could unravel the very fabric of their world.Haunting, atmospheric, and rich with Japanese-inspired lore, The Serpent's Whispers is perfect for fans of Asian historical fantasy, gothic intrigue, supernatural suspense, and character-driven drama. From spectral visitations and masked assassins to demonic pacts and ancient mountain spirits, this gripping opening to the trilogy will keep you breathless until the final page.For readers who enjoy: Lian Hearn's Tales of the Otori - S.A. Chakraborty's The Daevabad Trilogy - Kurosawa samurai epics - Supernatural thrillers with heart