The Lost Heir

Princess Lyra Kaelus has always known her place in the palace. Raised in a life of luxury and fear, she's been taught to obey her tyrannical father, the Emperor, and ignore the bloodshed that built their empire. History has told her one story-the Starks were overthrown in a bloody rebellion. But when Lyra uncovers the dark truth of her family's past, everything she's ever known is thrown into question.

Fueled by a desperate desire for justice and the truth, Lyra flees the palace, determined to find the true heirs to the throne: the Starks. Her journey leads her straight into the heart of the rebellion, and to Cainan Stark: the leader of the rebels. Fierce, distrustful, and with a hatred for everything her family stands for, Cainan sees Lyra as nothing more than a risk, a pawn-a Kaelus. He can't trust her, and he definitely shouldn't want her.

But Lyra isn't backing down, even if it means facing her father's wrath. The truth can't stay hidden forever, and she's ready to risk everything-even her life-to expose it. As they are forced to work together, the line between enemy and ally begins to blur, and Lyra and Cainan find themselves drawn into a dangerous game of power, betrayal, and forbidden desire. They're playing a fiery game. One that could either ignite a kingdom or destroy them both.