After hundreds of years of peace, the echoes of war stir throughout Demir once more. Betrayal from within the southern kingdom of Artume creates a new and violent regime. Cress and the other members of the Imperi prepare to intervene, secretly embedding themselves amongst the traitor king’s inner circle.

The future of Cambria hinges on Cress controlling her newly discovered ability—but all power comes at a cost.
Can she master dark wielding, or will she be claimed by the very darkness she seeks to control?

Trace promises to atone for his betrayal, while Varro vows to remain by Cress’s side. A reckoning of the heart will come to pass, and lives hang in the balance.

Torn between the mating bond and a future she did not choose, Cress must decide if she will bend to the will of fate—or forge her own destiny.

What you'll find in this audiobook: This first-person POV romantasy is perfect for readers who enjoy a unique magic system, forbidden romance, and a captivating cast of characters bonded by a sacred oath.