Ophiuchus Flinched
Series: Tales of Ciel
Publisher: High Trestle Press
Published: 02/03/2026
Place of publication: United States
Format: Ebook
Number of pages: 409
Copyright date: 2026
Description: The Zephyr Archipelago enters unsettled skies.

With hope dwindling by the hour, Kai sets out for Avernus to track down a missing Aeolian zeppelin and its civilian passengers on his first mission as a fully fledged dragoon. Left behind due to injury, Draft Lieutenant Vanna Strait begins a personal investigation into Serpenttongue Bael, the Toranese saboteur resurfaced from his banishment.

Meanwhile, the Celestial Kelestina and her Patrician court have turned their focus elsewhere. After violating a sacred ceremony and an ancient taboo, Effie Strait has proven herself possessed of a rare Gift. Kelestina whisks her away to Aquilon Island, where Effie awaits whatever fate her impetuous actions have sealed for her.