by C. S. Pacat
First published 2016
Damen can no longer hide behind his false name. The prince of Akielos stands before Laurent, who has vowed to destroy the man responsible for his brother's death. War threatens both kingdoms as enemy forces gather strength. Kastor builds his army in the south while the Regent marshals troops in the north. Damen faces an impossible choice between reclaiming his stolen throne and preserving the fragile bond he has built with Laurent. The two princes must set aside their hatred and fight as allies against the usurpers who threaten them both. They journey into the heart of Akielos, where deadly enemies await. Trust becomes their most precious and precarious weapon. The Regent prepares his final move to seize power, testing whether their alliance can survive the truth of who Damen really is.
Genres: romance, historical-fiction, war, fantasy
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Akielos, The Regent
Period: War
352 pages · Paperback · Viking Australia
Content warnings: violence