Everyone said Valine's mother was vain and a terrible queen. She was neglectful of her kingdom, which held the door open for her tributary king, Vukan Wulfric, to overthrow her.
Valine escaped with her life and a desire to regain all that was taken from her. But the burden of being the inept queen's daughter, and the will to not repeat her mother's mistakes, weigh heavy on her. As she fights for her throne and seeks revenge, she will be faced with the stark reality of what being ruler actually means.
Bonds will be made and broken. Ancient secrets and hidden magic revealed. Will she be able to not only save her kingdom but also her heart? It takes great strength to start a rebellion and even more strength to resist the dark path of vengeance.