Elanthus is an old kingdom, full of older secrets, and a new regime full of it’s own. Some things refuse to be forgotten, things which grow violent when denied.

 

Caelerys is the only daughter of Duke Elyas Maral, sent to the capitol for the coronation of the king, in hopes of finding a match. To her fortune, and her great terror, she has caught the eye of no less than four princes, ...and the eldest son of her family’s greatest enemy. What is worse, she has fallen for the crown prince. The moment it is known that Prince Valan has chosen his bride, every enemy she has makes their move, anything to get her out of their way, or into their own power. Little do they know the wrath of Stag, much less the dragon they have awoken.

 

The culmination of Shift, begun in Stag's Heart, rife with evil, manipulative mothers and their sons, twisted lords not above kidnapping, and unexpected were-creatures. It doesn't matter if one doesn't want the faery tale ending. It is hard won and long suffering, and above all, ...inexorable.