Sequel to: Queen of shadows. "The long path to the throne has only just begun for Aelin Galathynius. Loyalties have been broken and bought, friends have been lost and gained, and those who possess magic find themselves at odds with those who don't. As the kingdoms of Erilea fracture around her, enemies must become allies if Aelin is to keep those she loves from falling to the dark forces poised to claim her world"-- 860L

1. Queens -- Juvenile fiction.; 2. Assassins -- Juvenile fiction.; 3. Magic -- Juvenile fiction; 4. Young adult fiction.; 5. Romance fiction.; 6. Fantasy fiction.;