A vengeful rebel... Forced to live in hiding after his family is assassinated, Prince Callum of Embury leads the rebellion to restore his family to the throne. Knowing only grief and revenge, Callum searches for a chance to destroy the king and rebuild his alliances. A protective princess... For Princess Zara of L’Ortagia service to her people comes first, while hiding her magical abilities... moreA vengeful rebel... Forced to live in hiding after his family is assassinated, Prince Callum of Embury leads the rebellion to restore his family to the throne. Knowing only grief and revenge, Callum searches for a chance to destroy the king and rebuild his alliances. A protective princess... For Princess Zara of L’Ortagia service to her people comes first, while hiding her magical abilities. When the queen commands her to wed the Emburian heir, Zara flees the night before the ceremony—ready to aid the rebels, protect her country from a madman, and discover whether the dashing man who helps her escape is truly who he says he is. Two passionate hearts... On the run from the king’s forces, Callum and Zara form a fragile alliance while fighting a growing attraction. Torn between their allegiances and their passion, they find solace in each other. But can the magical princess and the rebel prince find a way to build a kingdom together? For Princess Zara of L’Ortagia duty, honor, and country come first. When the queen commands her to wed the usurper’s heir, Zara plots to disappear the night before her wedding. She’s ready to aid the rebels in their cause, and protect her country from a madman. Zara and Callum must convince Emburians to help the rebels, while evading the king’s forces. Their fragile alliance is tested at every turn. Gifted with a set of abilities she’s had to hide, Zara must decide whether to use them and risk Callum’s rejection, or to retreat back to L’Ortagia, to life as a political pawn. For so long, Callum has only known revenge and grief. Will he risk losing Zara or will he open his heart to the princess’ special brand of magic? less