Hayden’s life as a diplomat’s assistant used to be simple, but the untimely death of the emperor of Alfheimr throws the entire realm into chaos. The throne collects dust and blood while the crown heirs settle their differences at the point of a cursed blade. Everyone in the Inner City has picked a side. Except her, the young woman whose choice will define the fate of the realm. No heir thought to court a simple sprite, but Hayden’s past holds the keys to a treaty the future ruler will need to keep their crown on their head—or their head on their shoulders. One treacherous friend, one irresistible foe. How could she possibly favor one over the other?


