If prophecies are destined to come to pass, how is it that even a queen can interfere with one? And what does it mean for the future of the kingdom?
      The silent battle between land and sea intensifies when Nadia is sent to reside with the Royal Family of Noelle, and Queen Ariana decides she has a much better idea. With the help of her retired White Knight, Sir Rallian, Nadia is enslaved and Ariana initiates her plan to make Noelle an empire again. However, the mutually beneficial relationship between the queen and former knight is under pressure when Sir Rallian discovers Nadia's value and Queen Ariana begins to question if the she made the right decision letting Nadia live. Will this powerful friendship withstand the test of greed?
      Meanwhile, the Royal Advisor, Polaris, looks a fool as what he announced to be a prophecy no longer appears as such. Furthermore, correcting the intended course of events is more complicated with the queen involved, not to mention Nadia is seafolk AND cursed. Poor Rein Bow also finds herself overwhelmed and powerless in helping Nadia, and she hopes that joining forces with Polaris and his resources against this cruel villain will be enough to deliver the princess-turned-slave. Will Polaris manage to save his reputation without committing treason? Will Nadia have the better life she was promised outside the ocean?
      The story of the descendants of King Jorge and Emperor Gerardo continues in this tension-packed Book Three of "The Rose Tree Chronicles." New unique characters are introduced and clash in this fight for a prophecy to be fulfilled. Powerful alliances are strained and personal feelings are mingled in politics. Read "Silver Skeletons" and immerse yourself in a world of war and prophecy.

Silver Skeletons: Book 3 The Rose Tree Chronicles

"All paperwork concerning Slaves must be available for the Association of Slave Owners, Law Enforcement, Nobility, and Royalty to view upon request." 


Rein and Makiar stopped where they were and turned to look towards the marquis. Rein was especially worried. Why would Rallian want Makiar to return the orb to him? Of course, Makiar didn't hesitate to obey. 


Nadia, who still recovered on the floor of the grand hall, glanced up at Rallian. "Master," she said. "What are you doing?" 


"I asked for all of your secrets, Lila. That includes your ethnicity." 


Rallian held out his hand for Makiar to deliver the orb, and Makiar handed him the purse. Rallian opened the purse and let the orb drop into the palm of his hand. Nadia clutched her stomach as the smoke-like substance escaped her and disappeared into the orb once more. 


Chapter Twenty-One: The Spymaster