Author(s): Kimberly Derting

Science Fiction & Fantasy | Young Adult

Charlie, Queen of Ludania, has become comfortable as a leader and ruler. She's done admirable work to restore peace with other Queendoms, and she's mastered the art of ignoring Sabara, the evil former queen whose Essence is alive within Charlie. Or so she thinks.When the negotiation of a peace agreement with Astonia goes awry, Charlie receives a brutal message that threatens Ludania, and it seems her only option is to sacrifice herself in exchange for her people's freedom...