Most people in Ios know better than to challenge Vivarre and its powerful navy. Queen Thea, however, is not afraid to challenge anyone who gets in her way. For years, her kingdom has been supported by pirates. They sail the Iosian sea and raid any ship they come across for resources.<br><br>When Thea takes the throne she is challenged by enemies and allies alike. Though women can be warriors, they can never be true rulers. She hopes to change that belief, but she cannot do it alone. Driada is the only female pirate enlisted in Ios. She has served her kingdom faithfully for years, her dedication inspired by her father’s work on the royal ships. When she sees injustices being done against innocent people, she cannot simply sit idle while they suffer.<br><br>When these two bold, powerful women meet, it is obvious that they must form an alliance to keep Ios safe. But this alliance quickly shifts from being solely a political move, to one of the heart. Thea is forced to decide which path will lead to victory -- fighting Vivarre without divine help or betraying her promise to never bow down to the gods ever again.

Thea

“No!” his companion wailed. He covered his fallen kinsmen’s body and looked at them all with loathing. “You wretched savages! Do you know what you’ve done? D-Demetrius promised us safe passage…”


“Perhaps you can ask your leaders that very same question,” Thea replied. “Tell them that Thea of Ios will not negotiate with men that call upon the goddess of the Underworld to do their bidding. I will let you return to your home so you can speak those words to your masters.” She sneered. “As for Demetrius, I thank you for unveiling our traitor. You should be grateful I am sparing your life.”


The diplomat grimaced, his face pale. “I will not be gratefulto some Highlander witch!”


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