In a world where kingdoms are ruled not by birthright, but by the mysterious powers of a magical book, destiny is anything but certain. Every 50 years, the ancient book selects new rulers from across the land, bringing them to an elite academy where they are granted incredible powers that will elevate them to their royal positions. But these powers come with high stakes-only the most gifted, politically astute, and ruthless can maintain their reigns.
Isabella, a member of a humble noble family, has never dreamed of ascending to the throne. But when the magical book unexpectedly selects her, her life is turned upside down. Taken to the academy, she discovers a power not seen in generations-one so potent that it threatens to change the course of history. One thought to be forgotten in time .As she struggles to master this dangerous ability, Isabella is thrust into a world of fierce rivalry, dangerous court politics, and a daunting tradition: each new ruler must pair with a significant other to strengthen their magical powers and secure their kingdom's political future.
Just as Isabella begins to grapple with the weight of her newfound responsibilities, darker forces stir. An ancient evil, long thought to be a myth, rises from the shadows, threatening to engulf the world in darkness. The very rulers chosen to protect the kingdoms are now the only hope of stopping it. As the academy's students-now future monarchs-are thrust into a battle against an overwhelming darkness, Isabella must learn to trust her power, her allies, and even her heart.
With enemies on all sides and treacherous alliances in the making, Isabella must navigate forbidden relationships and the dangerous forces of her own magic. The fate of the world rests on her shoulders, and the only question left is: can she face the darkness before it consumes everything she's ever known?