First published 2020
Sent as part of a peace delegation, Daine finds herself in the midst of Carthak's political machinations. The emperor, Ozorne, is obsessed with power and keeps his people in cruel captivity. As tensions escalate, Daine must confront the Emperor Mage, using her growing magical abilities to stop his treacherous schemes and restore peace to the realm.
Genres: adventure, fantasy, young-adult, political-thriller
Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, enemies-to-lovers
368 pages · Paperback · Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Content warnings: violence