KathrynWarbloom
For five years, Queen Amarah of BrightVale ruled with unwavering confidence. She was blind. Her kingdom rots-famine spreads, corruption festers, and betrayal coils around her like a serpent. Worst of all, treachery lurks within her own court, waiting to strike.
Enter Kadin Thorne-an audacious outsider who challenges her authority. When he dares to question her rule, she orders his execution-until his words spark a dangerous curiosity. Instead, she spares him, binding their fates in a desperate bargain: uncover the kingdom's bitter truths or perish trying.
What they find is far worse than she imagined. Lies have propped up her throne, enemies wear familiar faces, and danger shadows her every step. As assassins close in and conspiracies tighten their grip, Amarah must decide-how much of herself is she willing to sacrifice to keep her crown? And when the final betrayal is revealed, will she still recognize the woman who fights to survive?
For fans of slow-burning, heart-pounding action that pulls you through every secret, scandal, and treasonous act.