Rebecca Hesseling

Well past marriageable age, half-Fae Princess Clara refuses to be traded into marriage, even if it means aiding the human kingdom of Danascis which suffers from a magic-induced drought. Determined to help in her own way, she journeys to the scorned Fae lands to plea with their king for reprieve.

Casimir, the powerful yet reluctant Fae king, strikes a deal with Clara, giving her the chance to learn about her Fae heritage and magic governed by the ley lines. Little does Clara know, but Casimir gambled with her fate.

After historical mysteries are uncovered, Clara finds herself destined to usurp a vicious, seemingly immortal dictator. Casimir takes responsibility for educating and training Clara in all things Fae, discovering they are not so different after all. While facing unravelling secrets, tainted family legacies, and life-long friendships, Clara must carry the weight of making choices for the greater good - all while trying to shield her heart from the emotionally unavailable Casimir.

Not only will Danascis not be saved if she doesn’t succeed, but Casimir will not be freed from his own personal prison, and - for Gaia’s sake - she cares.