THORNBOUND PRINCE
THORNBOUND PRINCE
Kael, the cursed prince of Daryen, has lived his life as a weapon, feared and revered by all. Abandoned by his father at birth because of a curse that renders him unable to feel pain or emotion, Kael has never known love or tenderness. He has won every battle, conquered every foe, yet remains cold and empty inside. His father, the King, considers him a curse to the throne and will never allow him to rule. Instead, Kael is pushed to the side, his existence a reminder of a past mistake.
As Kael comes of age, his father arranges a marriage to Elyra, the daughter of a respected merchant. It is a political move, one designed to keep the kingdom’s alliances strong. But when Kael’s younger brother, the Crown Prince Alric, sabotages the wedding out of jealousy, a war breaks out between the two brothers, shaking the fragile peace of the kingdom.
When the King sends Kael to the frontlines of battle, expecting him to die, Kael makes a decision that will change everything. Tired of being a pawn in his father's game, Kael sets his sights on the throne, willing to take it by force. But as he prepares for war, he begins to see Elyra in a new light, and the connection between them grows in unexpected ways.