Kathleen Bryan Knihy

In this sequel, the intricate world of political intrigue and romance continues to unfold. Characters face new challenges and deepen their relationships against a backdrop of shifting alliances and hidden agendas. The narrative weaves together themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the quest for power, as the protagonists navigate their destinies in a richly imagined setting. Expect more twists and emotional depth as the story explores the consequences of past actions and the struggle for love amidst turmoil.

Averil, a powerful mage and heir to the Duchy of Quitaine, faces a pivotal moment when her father summons her to fulfill her noble duties. Leaving behind her training with the Ladies of the Isle, she returns to her city of Fontevrai, where she encounters Gereint, a talented novice from a humble background in the magical order of the Knights of the Rose. Their meeting intertwines their destinies, setting the stage for a journey filled with magic, duty, and potential romance.

Averil, now Queen Lys, faces a perilous challenge as she must confront the sorcerous masters of her late uncle, who once relentlessly pursued her. To secure her reign and survive, she must summon her strength and cunning to defy these dark forces. The struggle for power and survival unfolds as she navigates the treacherous landscape of her kingdom, where her past and present collide in a battle for her future.