: Faraine's ability to sense and absorb others' emotions is highlighted not as a weakness, but as a crucial tool for survival.
However, they cannot easily dissolve the union. Dismissing Faraine would destroy the fragile alliance between their two kingdoms, leaving Faraine's people vulnerable. Meanwhile, Vor's underground kingdom of Mythanar is literally falling apart due to poison and violent tremors tied to a sleeping dragon. Vow of the Shadow King by Sylvia Mercedes
: The Trolde "Shadow King" of Mythanar. Devastated by the deception but strongly attracted to Faraine, he must save his physically collapsing realm while dealing with his fractured trust. : Faraine's ability to sense and absorb others'
: The eldest Gavarian princess who possesses an intense empathetic "gods-gift". After being forced to impersonate her younger sister, she finds herself trapped and viewed as a traitor. : The eldest Gavarian princess who possesses an
Forced to spend time together to navigate the political unrest and save the kingdom, Vor and Faraine must fight their growing physical attraction while attempting to rebuild trust from the ground up. ⚡ Key Themes