Book excerpt: An archaeologist short on time. A professor about to fail out of his career. A deadly ancient mystery that could unleash a dark force into the world... Objects tell Iris McTavish their secrets, but none can enlighten her as to how to save her household. The only way to survive may be to marry an odious lordling who'll expect her to give up her dreams of becoming an archaeologist. But there may be one chance... Professor Edward Bailey hasn't made a major discovery in the decade since he figured out how to isolate aether. With the world's coal supply running low, he could be a hero if only he could stabilize the finicky element. Now his job and department are on the line if he doesn't. When a mysterious industrialist recruits Iris and Edward to join an expedition across Europe to search for clues in classical art and artifacts, both see a possible solution to their problems. But they're not the only ones who seek an answer to the aether puzzle, and some will kill for the knowledge to stay hidden... Can Iris and Edward solve the riddles of the past before they're guaranteed to lose their futures? Eros Element is the thrilling first book in the Aether Psychics steampunk fantasy series. If you like spirited female leads, vulnerable heroes, and alternate histories, then you’ll love Cecilia Dominic’s airy escapade. Buy Eros Element to unlock the secrets of the past today!