An attack on Anna's hometown, joined by rumors of a dictatorship, thrusts her into Lamparien politics. Anna's reluctance holds her prisoner. Will the people mock her burnt face and sealed eye? Hiding isn't an option when men are being sent to kill her. Proving worthy of governing her people is taxing, and a tournament will be her final test. If she doesn't win the tournament, then Lampara will see a tomorrow with tyranny on the horizon.

About the Author

Andrew Johnston is a fantasy writer from southwestern Pennsylvania with an imagination stretching beyond the borders of his hometown. He is the author of the Iron Frost Universe series. Andrew studies history and spends time with his nephew when not writing.