Kaylin was raised in Emylelon, sworn to protect their kingdom as one of the Caldae’s deadliest archers. She chose this life—chose duty, loyalty, and a kingdom that took her in when her own father would have destroyed her. But the magic running through her veins is not of Emylelon. It’s older. Divine. And it was never meant to stay buried. Her true lineage lies in Arera, the kingdom her father rules at the center of Antara and the land the gods once blessed her to save. But Kaylin wants nothing to do with the Gods’ plans for her or their uncontrollable magic. When war threatens to unravel the fragile peace between the Sildari, Caldae, and Drulics, Kaylin’s squad is sent to investigate. Within her squad is Arlen, the stoic commander who once knew her heart better than anyone. Their connection is quieter now—tempered by years, scars, and the things neither of them said—but the bond is still there. So is the danger. As her magic grows harder to hide and loyalties start to fracture, Kaylin faces a choice: protect the kingdom she loves and the people who raised her—or answer the call of her blood and become the weapon the gods intended her to be, even if it costs her everything.

Requirements & Requests

Lovers of Romantasy and Epic Fantasy Writers of Fantasy and Romance

Comparable Stories:

Imagine if LORD OF THE RINGS was written by SARAH J MAAS featuring original fantasy races similar to the elves in FAEBOUND. With the divine inheritance of SO LET THEM BURN and the aching restraint of WHERE THE DARK STANDS STILL. THE WAR BENEATH OUR SKIN is perfect for readers of SARAH J. MAAS, FAEBOUND, and DAUGHTER OF NO WORLDS—where slow-burn tension smolders beneath every oath, and love is the one thing more dangerous than power.