A courtly game. An impossible prize.

Lady Hanna is used to being the neglected, unwanted daughter, ignored by a father who only values his sons.

Until Muirland's crown prince needs a wife.

Suddenly, Hanna is dragged from her quiet life and taken to the royal court, where it is a matter of life and death to fulfil her father's ambitions by beating the other candidates and winning the prince's hand.

But four other girls – beautiful, clever and determined – are also vying to become the princess. Inexperienced Hanna must learn to navigate the treacherous currents of court life – and friendship – if she is to have any chance of securing a glittering future for herself.