In a world where dragons rule the skies and magic is a privilege reserved for the elite, the fate of Ailm’s Keep hangs by a thread. The heir, Ionain, must prove he can channel magic, or his family will be cast out by a cruel rival.
Éadha, a humble servant girl who loves Ionain, discovers a dangerous secret: she possesses the gift of power. In a society where magic in a woman—especially a commoner—is unheard of, her life is at stake. During Ionain’s moment of truth, Éadha makes a desperate gamble to use her hidden fire to save him and their home.
As they are swept into a whirlwind of patriarchy, class struggles, and jealousy, the two must face the terrible cost of power. They soon learn how far people will go to keep their status, forcing Éadha to decide exactly what she is willing to sacrifice for the one she loves.
