Velmora is a Queendom ruled by Queens for generations. Beyond the Queendom lies the Backwoods, a forbidden forest where no one returns the same. Every generation, the Queen must perform the Vigil to protect an ancient secret buried within the woods. But Queen Elara Veyne was never meant to question the ritual. Until she does. And some secrets are better left beneath the Backwoods. Will Elara protect her Queendom or uncover the truth that could destroy it? ☆ 𝐓𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐬 ♛ Queendom ruled by Queens ♛ Powerful Female Protagonist ♛ Royal Secrets ♛ Forbidden Forest ♛ Ancient Curse ♛ The Vigil ♛ Hidden Truths ♛ Gothic Fantasy ♛ Dark Mystery ♛ Ancient Magic ♛ Generational Secrets ♛ The Crown & Its Burden ♛ "Everyone knows the legend, but no one knows the truth."