In the heart of a crumbling empire where sorcerers rule through fear and fire, Kael, a stoic enforcer bound to the crown, is known for his ruthless efficiency. He’s a weapon, not a man—until he’s sent to eliminate a traitor and meets Riven, a reckless, silver-tongued rebel who dares to smile in the face of death.
But Riven isn't what he seems. He carries a magic thought extinct—one that burns brightest when fueled by love. And Kael, despite every command, every warning, every scar, begins to fall.
Their bond is forbidden. Dangerous. World-ending.
When Riven is captured and sentenced to die, Kael is ordered to strike the final blow.
But he kneels instead.
And the world begins to burn.