The first book in a searing new romantasy trilogy, perfect for fans of A LANGUAGE OF DRAGONS and THE PRIORY OF THE ORANGE TREE.
If he has the ability to wield magical powers, everyone will rejoice - especially the girl who loves him.
But what happens when they realize she has the gift?
In a world where dragons stalk the skies and magical abilities are an elite privilege, the ruling family of Ailm's Keep is on a knife edge: can Ionain, the heir apparent, channel magic, or will the family be cast out and replaced?
So when Eadha, a servant girl who loves Ionain, discovers that she can draw power, she finds herself in grave danger. It's extremely rare for a girl to have this talent, and certainly never outside the great families. At Ionain' s moment of truth, Eadha makes a desperate gamble - a trick - to save him, Ailm's Keep, and herself. But how long can this ruse last?
Sent to the very heart of the Masters' control, Eadha and Ionain enter a whirlwind of patriarchy, class, jealousy and heartache, as Ionain must make a suitable match and Eadha finds herself undeniably attracted to the enigmatic Gry. Here they also learn the true, terrible cost of channelling magic - a price the Masters willingly pay.
How far would you go to empower the one you love?



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