<p><b>A headstrong princess forced to marry a mysterious prince. The situation looks bleak, but a deposed magician's vengeful plans might just be the catalyst that gives them a chance at love.</b></p><p><br></p><p>In Lorea, Kiira's life is perfect. She adores her family and loves her responsibility as a military commander.&nbsp; Convinced that an arranged marriage will steal everything she treasures, Kiira chokes any possibility of a relationship with her stoic, matter-of-fact betrothed.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Years of traveling have taught Terren, the crown prince of Klynotia, the value of being slow to speak and quick to listen. His favorite company to keep is that of his best friend—a Shade Bear who is fiercely protective of him as her soul partner. After meeting the willful princess, he's convinced she will do nothing but interfere with his carefully-laid plans.</p><p><br></p><p>Zerrec, a once highly respected adviser in the kingdom of Lorea, pines away in the mountainous Aria Bells, waiting for the day he can make the Lorean princess his bride. When Kiira and Terren's impending marriage puts his dream in danger, the wayward magician vows to eliminate anything that would keep him from the object of his desire.</p>