What would you sacrifice to save the one person you can't bear to lose?Aelthorn burns. Once a proud citadel, it now lies in ruin-its betrayal etched in smoke across the winter sky. For Caelan, the kingdom's fate means nothing next to the life of his sister, Elara. But rescuing her will cost more than steel and blood; it will demand the unraveling of alliances, the shattering of oaths, and a plunge into the shadows where truth and treachery intertwine.Across frostbitten roads and war-torn provinces, Caelan hunts for a way to break the hold of a merciless enemy. Every step draws him deeper into a deadly game of deception, where each ally could be a traitor and every whispered promise hides a knife. Elara, caught between captivity and her own dangerous secret, must decide if she can trust the brother who once swore to protect her-or if his loyalty will be their undoing.Steel will clash, loyalties will fracture, and love-unexpected and fierce-will rise from the ashes. In the heart of a crumbling realm, one choice will decide not only the fate of two siblings, but the destiny of all who stand in Aelthorn's shadow.Perfect for readers who crave gripping battles, high-stakes romance, and twist-filled betrayals that keep the pages turning late into the night.⚔ Betrayal cuts deep. Redemption cuts deeper. Step into the frost and discover if love and loyalty can survive when the world is set to burn.