In the shadowed kingdom of Daramveer, Princess Briar Blackbyrne has lived a life of invisibility, concealing her dark powers and evading her father’s oppressive rule. When the king decrees an arranged marriage, Briar defies tradition by entering a series of deadly trials to claim her own hand. As ancient magic resurfaces and hidden adversaries emerge, Briar must confront her deepest fears and harness her latent abilities to survive. Fans of Brave, Shadow and Bone, and The Hunger Games will be captivated by this tale of courage, magic, and self-determination.