Mayu inherits a throne she never wanted, in a kingdom where loyalty is bought and sold and even love is a weapon. She must rely on Aaron, the king's enforcer, whose heart yearns for her, and Enzo, her protector, though he keeps deadly secrets. But more dangers are imminent: a powerhungry lord, Toby, and Valergrof, a soldier from the enemy kingdom, with his fearsome wolf and a shocking truth that could change everything. To save their world from darkness, they must all uncover a hidden history, but betrayal lurks in every shadow, and their closest companions may be their deadliest enemies. Enter the world of Crown of Shadows, where every secret has a price. They think they know their enemybut do they? This is just the beginning.