So much more than a sweeping fantasy romance...Kelleher brilliantly
captures the exotic and magical world of the Fenrhi women. This is the
enchanting, strong, romantic, and powerful rebirth of spirit that every
lost soul craves. --Alexa Jacobs, author of Rising Ridge and The
Dreamer
A sweeping fantasy romance perfect for fans of Lynn Kurland and Sharon
Shinn.
To save a kingdom, she may have to sacrifice her heart.
Lady Claire is the brightest addition to the queen's retinue, but she
hides a secret that could change the fabric of Aurelia: she can foretell
another's fate. This curse has only brought her sorrow, and because of
it, she vows never to give her heart to anyone. But Trian, a shy
Aurelian Guard, has fallen hard for Claire, and when King Godwin assigns
him to escort her across the realm, he jumps at the chance.
When they are thrown together, Claire discovers that Trian may be the
one person who is immune to her powers, and friendship takes hold. Trian
teaches her his unique way of seeing the world, and Claire tutors him in
the healing arts. She realizes too late that she has done that which she
promised she would never do: she falls in love.
Her greatest fear is realized when Trian is knocked down by deadly
quarrels. His assailants transport Claire far from Aurelia to the
foreign lands of Nifolhad. To return home, Claire will need to cross the
most treacherous parts of the kingdom, from the merciless desert to
cities where spies listen to every whisper. She allies herself with the
women from the Fenrhi Temple, who possess powers beyond Claire's
comprehension. Their customs and secrets seduce her, while plots and
machinations drag her into the very heart of the battle for Nifolhad's
throne.
If she ever hopes to return to those she loves, Claire must overcome the
most perilous challenge of her life and embrace her curse as a gift.
