The Shattered Crown By Raven Fontaine A kingdom on the brink. A princess with a forbidden legacy. A mage torn between loyalty and love. In a world ruled by a brutal monarchy and a secretive magical order, the fate of the kingdom rests on the shoulders of two unlikely allies. Lyra Valenwood, the last heir to a fallen royal family, has spent her life preparing for the day she would reclaim her throne. Forced into exile after the treacherous Vanguard of Ashes overthrew her family, Lyra now leads a rebellion fueled by a burning desire for justice. But her bloodline carries a dangerous secret—a legacy of forbidden magic that could turn the tide in the battle for her kingdom or unleash a power too dangerous to control. Darius Faelan, a brooding and conflicted mage, has spent his life bound to the Vanguard, rising through the ranks of the powerful magical order. As he grows disillusioned with the corruption at the heart of the Vanguard, Darius is drawn to the rebellion and to Lyra. Together, they form an uneasy alliance, but the attraction simmering between them is more than forbidden—it could be deadly. In their world, love between royals and mages is a threat to the established order, and their growing connection could ignite a war that could tear the kingdom apart. As Lyra battles enemies on every side and struggles to control the magic within her, she and Darius must decide: will they risk everything for their love, or will their secrets destroy them and their kingdom? The Shattered Crown is an epic tale of rebellion, magic, and forbidden romance. Fans of Sarah J. Maas, Leigh Bardugo, and Sabaa Tahir will be captivated by this thrilling fantasy adventure that explores the thin line between power and vulnerability, loyalty and betrayal, and love and destiny. Perfect for readers who enjoy: Epic fantasy with strong, complex heroines Slow-burn, forbidden romance High-stakes battles, political intrigue, and magical conflict