When blue sparks erupt from Fern's blood during a magical testing ceremony, she becomes the first person in centuries to fulfill an ancient prophecy.

Torn from her humble life and brought to Blackthorn Keep, Fern is placed under the protection of Cassius Blackwell, heir to the realm's most powerful bloodline. What begins as mentorship ignites into forbidden love—but their bond awakens ancient magic that could save their dying world or destroy it.

As revolution brews and dark truths emerge about Fern's bloodline, she and Cassius must navigate prophecy, politics, and a love that could cost them everything.

Some destinies can't be escaped.

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