by Elise Kova
First published 2016
Vhalla Yarl, a once-timid librarian, has earned her freedom at a terrible cost. As the Solaris Empire celebrates its northern victory, Vhalla finds herself torn between her newfound powers and the ghosts of her past. Thrust into a deadly game of political intrigue, she must navigate treacherous alliances and confront a looming threat that could unravel the fragile peace. With her heart hardened by betrayal, Vhalla must decide how far she's willing to go to protect those she loves and reclaim her own destiny.
Genres: fantasy, young-adult, political-thriller, fantasy-romance
Vibes: dark, emotional, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family, political-machinations
Setting: Solaris Empire
378 pages · Paperback · Silver Wing Press
Content warnings: violence