A compelling blend of heart, intrigue, and sacrifice…
Wilkinson’s second installment in the Shattered Series powerfully explores the complexities of duty, identity, and love as Princess Avila Treunmhor faces an impossible choice: reclaim her throne or follow her heart. Avila promises Prince Galdren de Althmear that she will return, yet before the Alliance Council, she stakes her claim to save her home planet from the Trogands. When Galdren’s cousin, Lord Nathaniel de Legris, renounces his title to support her, Avila feels both gratitude and guilt. As the pressure for a peaceful resolution threatens her freedom, Nathaniel offers a path that could forever alter their bond.
Wilkinson skillfully captures Avila’s internal conflict as she reconciles her restored identity with her past as Lady Durant. The delicate tension between love, duty, and the kingdom’s demands is masterfully drawn, especially in Avila’s fraught relationship with Galdren. The supporting cast—Lissa’s unwavering loyalty, King Rougir’s wisdom—plays a crucial role in Avila’s emotional growth, challenging her beliefs and choices at every turn. The complex dynamics within her adoptive family deepen the emotional richness of the narrative. Wilkinson’s sharp, deliberate prose and authentic dialogue never shy away from the vulnerabilities of her characters, offering an unflinching portrayal of the emotional toll of their decisions. The political landscape enhances the stakes of Avila’s journey, grounding her personal struggles in a broader, ever-shifting context. While the story immerses readers in political intrigue and the fight for a throne, it remains rooted in the humanity of its characters—their aching longing, the weight of their choices, and the fragility of hope. Avila’s journey is as much about reclaiming a crown as it is about rediscovering herself in the face of an uncertain future.
A powerful saga of passion, sacrifice, and resilience that refuses to let go until the final page.
Pub date August 30, 2023
ISBN 978-1736324028
Price $15.99 (USD) Paperback, $5.99 Kindle edition
