No one wants to be crowned queen on the brink of war, but fate doesn’t pick the weak.

After saving the Crown Prince and returning to find her people now hidden away in a mountain hideout, Cassarah can no longer put off the inevitable. Once she is made queen her Birthright selects her guardians that will be by her side in this upcoming battle.

The more Cassarah steps into her role the clearer it becomes that she must shed the last of her timid and passive nature. To be a strong and fearless queen Cassarah must demand the respect that she is owed while doing all she can to save their future. In her efforts to do just that Cassarah discovers long forgotten myths and legends that are coming to pass.

Will Cassarah and her new guardians have what it takes to save not only their people but the kingdom as well?

Book 2 of 4 in the Mercenary Queen series.