by Rae Carson
First published 2013
Elisa stands as a fugitive in the kingdom she once ruled. Her enemies have captured Hector, the man she loves, using him as bait to draw her toward the gate of darkness. The seventeen-year-old sorcerer-queen gathers her most trusted companions for a final mission into hostile territory. They must navigate unknown enemy lands where dangers exceed anything Elisa has previously encountered. As she fights to save Hector, Elisa uncovers hidden truths about her magical abilities and her world's history. These revelations threaten to reshape everything she believed about her destiny. The young queen faces her greatest challenge yet: becoming a champion for the very people who despise her. Her journey will test not only her magical powers but her capacity for leadership and sacrifice. The fate of her country hangs in the balance as Elisa confronts the ultimate darkness.
Genres: romance, adventure, fantasy, young-adult
Vibes: emotional, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, enemies-to-lovers, found-family
433 pages · Kindle Edition · Greenwillow Books