by Tom Wright
First published 2015
Hakon discovers he is an Alem prince despite being raised by the Terra people who kidnapped him as an infant. In this world, humans teleport using air, earth, and water as conduits. The Terra draw strength from the earth itself and bear claws on their hands. They plot revenge against the Alem air wielders for invading their territory centuries ago. The Terra warriors see the Alem as worse than beasts. Hakon grows up knowing his true royal heritage while loving the Terra family that raised him. His sister Kara drops her disguise as a servant to reveal she is also a princess. This revelation transforms everything she knew about her relationships and friendships. Both siblings work to end the violent conflict between their peoples before the war destroys everyone they care about.
Genres: adventure, fantasy, action, alternate-history
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Terra, Alem
372 pages · Kindle Edition · Moonlight Crew Publishing