Ironwood Prophecy, The: A Romantasy of Ancient Trees and Newborn Legends

?? Arborist Elara inherits her grandmother's mysterious connection to the last Ironwood tree—a ancient being that whispers prophecies through its rustling leaves. When the tree reveals a devastating blight that will destroy both human and Fae realms, Elara must seek out the reclusive Forest Guardian, Kaelen, a Fae warrior bound to protect the sacred groves. Kaelen has spent centuries distrusting humans after they destroyed his family's forest, and Elara's mortal presence violates ancient treaties. But as the blight spreads and magical creatures fall ill, they must combine her botanical knowledge with his ancient magic to decipher the Ironwood's cryptic warnings. Sleeping groves awaken at their touch, forgotten pathways appear beneath their feet, and an unexpected passion blooms like spring after winter. Yet the prophecy demands a terrible sacrifice: to save the forests, one of them must become the new heart of the Ironwood, forever bound to the ancient tree. As their love deepens, they race against time to find another way—before the forest's desperate magic claims one of their hearts forever.