My kingdom is in ruins, my father's legacy crumbling under the weight of treachery. As the last warrior-princess of Eldoria, I've got more than enough battles on my hands without the Prince of the Northern Lands invading my thoughts. Kael. Arrogant. Infuriating. Unforgettable. I swore to despise him, but in this war-ravaged world, alliances are as unexpected as they are dangerous. And now? Now I'm forced to consider trusting him—if only to save us both. But trust is a dangerous game when betrayal lurks behind every shadow, and in this high-stakes dance, one misstep could mean the end of everything I hold dear. Can we really forge an alliance to defeat the immortal sorcerer, Varyn, or am I simply setting myself up for heartbreak and defeat? Oh, and did I mention there are pastries involved?