Sylva has spent her life as the Dragon Slayer, the faceless symbol that keeps the kingdom of Veyrhold safe. Behind the legendary helm is only an armory ward bound by duty, carrying secrets she was never allowed to question.
Prince Rowan Veyr has another life the crown knows nothing about.
By night, he becomes the Dragon Thief, risking execution to rescue hunted dragons and uncover the truth buried beneath the kingdom's walls.
Each believes the other is the enemy.
Neither realizes they've already begun to fall in love.
When a dying dragon leaves behind impossible memories, Sylva discovers that dragons are not the monsters the kingdom claims they are. Deep beneath the Royal Furnace lies a terrible secret, one that keeps the city alive while condemning an innocent creature to endless suffering.
Now Sylva and Rowan must choose between loyalty and truth, between the people they swore to protect and the lies that built their world.
But revealing the truth could destroy the crown.
Keeping the secret could destroy the dragons.
And if either discovers who stands beneath the other's mask, they may lose the only person they can no longer bear to fight.
Perfect for readers who love:
Slow-burn enemies-to-lovers romanceSecret identities and hidden loyaltiesDragons with heartbreaking emotional depthPolitical intrigue and royal conspiraciesStrong heroines forced to question everythingClean YA romance with powerful emotional stakesHigh-stakes fantasy filled with mystery, sacrifice, and hopeSome masks protect a kingdom. Others imprison the soul.