First published 2020
Six-year-old Princess Theodosia watches invaders murder her mother, the Fire Queen, and conquer Astrea. The conquerors strip away her name and call her the Ash Princess. For years, the kaiser treats her as weak and defenseless, never recognizing that a sharp mind becomes the deadliest weapon. Theodosia sheds her crown of ashes and reclaims her rightful title, but winning back the throne requires building an army. She must embrace her newfound power as the Flame Queen to defeat Cress, the woman she once called her heart sister. This trilogy follows Theodosia's transformation from a powerless captive into a ruler willing to fight for her people's freedom.
Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, fantasy, young-adult
Vibes: emotional, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Astrea
Period: 6-year-old
Paperback · Macmillan Children's Books
Content warnings: death, violence