Princess Bellinay is torn from her kingdom and sent to Erion as a political pawn, stripped of her title and forced to face the cruel Prince of Erion. Unaware of her true purpose, she endures trials meant to break her, all while encountering a mysterious man whose motives are as elusive as the prince's fleeting kindness.But Bellinay's destiny is far greater than she realizes. The legendary beast of Raoul, having abandoned its human form after succumbing to darkness, now depends on her to restore its balance. Only she can prevent it from wreaking destruction beyond the marauding Dark Clawers, while a relentless, sinister creature hunts it, seeking to claim the legendary beast for its own dark ends.To survive, Bellinay must uncover the truth of her role, confront her fears, and forge a bond that could save-or doom-the realms.