

"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title. Plus don't miss the sequel: Of Ice and Shadows! Forced to choose between their duty and their hearts, Mare and Denna must find a way to save their kingdoms-and each other. As the two work together, they discover there is more to one another than they thought-and soon their friendship is threatening to blossom into something more.īut with dangerous conflict brewing that makes the alliance more important than ever, acting on their feelings could be deadly. When a shocking assassination leaves the kingdom reeling, Mare and Denna reluctantly join forces to search for the culprit. To make matters worse, she must learn to ride Mynaria’s formidable warhorses before her coronation-and her teacher is the person who intimidates her most, the prickly and unconventional Princess Amaranthine, sister of her betrothed. Now Denna has to learn the ways of her new kingdom while trying to hide her growing magic. She possesses an Affinity for fire-a dangerous gift for the future queen of a land where magic is forbidden.

Her marriage will seal the alliance between Mynaria and her homeland, protecting her people from other hostile kingdoms.īut Denna has a secret.

An atmospheric and romantic debut fantasy perfect for fans of Ash and The Winner’s Curse.īetrothed since childhood to the prince of Mynaria, Princess Dennaleia has always known what her future holds.
