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A dark epic fantasy of royal intrigue, forbidden magic, and sisterly rivalry. TWO SISTERS. ONE THRONE. A KINGDOM DIVIDED. As forbidden magic returns, Princess Ysabelle Thorne and her younger sister, Dahlia, are forced onto opposing paths. Ysabelle was born to rule-beautiful, cunning, and destined for the crown. Dahlia was never meant to matter. The Spare. Overlooked. Underrated. But in a kingdom built on secrets and sacrifice, nothing is ever as it seems. As power shifts and loyalties fracture, the sisters are drawn into a dangerous web of betrayal, ambition, and destiny-one that will test not only their strength... ...but the truth of who they are. Because in Iosia, the crown is not given. IT IS TAKEN. Perfect for readers who love: morally gray heroines royal court intrigue dark, character-driven fantasy

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""A knockout series opener that delivers everything YA fantasy readers could want."" -Readers' Favorite ""A captivating plot paired with effortless prose."" -The BookLife Prize ""Fans of magical worlds will fall in love with the rich atmosphere and history of Iosia."" -Readers' Favorite ""A poignant and powerful story with rising tension and a gripping emotional core."" ""An all-encompassing fantasy drama filled with magic, politics, and intrigue.""

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Lisa Alfano writes immersive fantasy filled with warring kingdoms, fierce heroines, and the choices that shape destiny. Her stories explore ambition, sacrifice, and the fragile line between love and betrayal-where the difference between friend and enemy is never quite what it seems.She lives along the Connecticut shoreline, where the rhythm of the ocean and quiet walks with her rescue dog inspire the worlds she creates. A lifelong lover of fantasy, she is drawn to stories where flawed characters must rise, fall, and fight to become who they are meant to be.To learn more, explore her books, and step into the world of Flawed Realms, visit: www.lisaalfanoauthor.com www.flawedrealms.com

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