This BookTok sensation is the first in a slow-burn, epic romantasy series following one woman who must risk everything to save her family - and all of mortalkind. Now with a never-before-seen bonus chapter!?? When old secrets catch fire, everything will burn??In a mortal world colonized aby the gods and ruled over żeby their cruel, magical offspring called the Descended, Diem Bellator yearns to escape her poor village.Her mother's sudden disappearance-and the discovery of a dangerous secret about her past-offer Diem an unexpected opportunity to enter the dark world of Descended royalty and unlock a web of mysteries left behind by her mother.With the dying King's handsome yet enigmatic heir watching her every move and a ruthless rebel alliance recruiting her to join the growing civil war, Diem must navigate the unwritten rules of love, power, and politics in order to save her family-and all of mortalkind.______________________________?? Readers can't get enough of Penn Cole!??'This story has captivated me... A fiery tapestry of love and what must be will be' 'Read. This. Book. Now.' 'A beautifully told story, gripping in every way and leaving wanting more!' 'Wow. Just wow. Everything you'd ever want in a fantasy book!' 'For anyone who loves ACOTAR and [Fourth Wing], you should 100% read this series... Chosen ones, magic, dragon creatures, enemy's to lovers, found family, banter, slow burn, royal politics, war. It has everything!'