The Crown's Shadow
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Arathia is a kingdom on the brink of war.
Prince Liam struggles with his bonded dragon Rhaelbyrne. At the same time he seeks to be of service to the people of his kingdom.
King Leonard wrestles with his own desires and responsibilities as King. He does his best to maintain peace for his people but is willing to do what he must to protect them.
Esme is a traveling merchant who's family lineage may have played a bigger roll in shaping the history of Arathia than even she is aware.
As tensions run high between Arathia and it's neighbor country Valoria the Dragon Knights prepare to step in to be the guiding force of harmony throughout the land. But there may be even darker forces at play here than anyone has considered.
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