AustLit

'A princess determined to be queen. A secret shifter favored by the king. Can they find their way back to love?

'Alecia Zialni has returned from exile, resolved to fulfill her mission to be queen of Thorius. But the headstrong princess is now a mother and no longer has a respected place in Brightcastle.

'Vard Anton has gained control of his bear, but will it be too late to convince Alecia to take him back? Now the King’s Blade, he has the power Alecia craves.

'As they reconnect and discover the depth of their love is unchanged, Alecia’s political aspirations drive a wedge between them.

'Can Alecia fight deceit and tradition to become the next queen of Thorius? And will Vard’s new status spell the end of their chance at love?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.