Game of Thrones meets The Grisha of the Grishaverse for lovers of George R.R Martin and Leigh Bardugo "One Crown, Two Claims and an Impossible war to be won... After the death of King Adame, Aalina is forced into hiding later when she returned to play court for the crown that was forcefully taken from her, it ignites sparks as contenders begin to vie and plot for ultimate power. Turning courts into bloody stages and a bitter Game of Thrones Meanwhile, Britius struggles to convince the people of Nilens to aid him in what's to come, and within the shadows, an ancient enemy awakens and wreaks havoc in Ustela, he too seeks the Thorn Crown of Ustela. As battles rage, blood is split political intrigue thickens truths are unveiled and only one question lies in the minds of everyone. Who will survive the storm of the crown? Only fate can decide what comes to the war-ravaged kingdom killed with treachery and lies. And Fate indeed can be a cruel thing The beginning of an epic court-intrigue fantasy featuring bloody battles, forbidden truths, and ancient enemies. [BOOK 1 OF THE THORN CROWN SERIES] ____________________________________ Cover designed by @Pennywithanney