While Maer struggles to secure a prosperous future for Emberya, Andalia had already forgone fighting for her own. Gowns instead of shackles, she is trapped in the exact life she had tried to escape. The one thing she hadn't counted on, however, was to find a friend in her enemy's son. As they help each other survive the games of court, Maer and Andalia realize the king's actions impact far more than just their individual fates. But even that is only the beginning...