She trained her whole life to restore her family’s legacy. But her magic is weak, her blood is common, and something dark threatens to consume her kingdom.
Jackson J’alnaryn Shield returns home after years of training in the frozen northern tundra. As the firstborn of the legendary Queen Matilda—a fire-wielder and war hero—Jackson was meant to lead. She’s a master swordswoman and brilliant tactician. As heir to Tein’s dragon-throne, she should inspire hope and strength.
But she doesn’t.
Jackson carries no fire magic. Only a faint, peasant-born affinity passed down from her father. The royal court sees her as a disgrace—proof that common blood has tainted the House of Shield. Only her mother believes in her.
Determined to prove herself, Jackson throws everything into her role as crown heir. But trouble waits. A strange sickness spreads across Tein, raising the dead and stirring panic. When her parents leave to investigate the source, Jackson must lead in their place.
The people grow restless. A dangerous enemy moves through the shadows. And ancient forces, once thought defeated, rise again. With her city unraveling, Jackson must hold the realm together—even if it means relying on magic no one respects.
She might not have fire. But she has grit. And it may be the only thing standing between her kingdom and destruction.
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