Dragons, Briars and Blades

A bookish prince. A fairy bodyguard. Duty brought them together, and it may yet tear them apart.

Prince Ebon's heart lies shattered. He seeks peace in the enchanting realm of Faerie, swearing off the entanglements of love. Yet fate spins a chance thread when he discovers a guardian shadow—and they strike a deal that will change their lives forever.

For Sarsa, the first rule of espionage rings clear: feelings equal failure. Entrusted with the prince's safety, she finds herself wrapped in a tapestry of deceit, forced to play the role of lover to shield him from harm. Her future, her home, and one hundred years of peace are on the line.

Despite Ebon's resolve and the bitter lessons of his past, an undeniable attraction blooms between the prince and the prickly fairy. Their charade evolves into something real and tangible, and Sarsa stands at the crossroads of duty and desire.

When the threat to the...