She was born into a name carved in shadow, buried in fire, and whispered only in mourning. But death could not hold her. From exile she rises-Cecilia Amelia of House Devaroux-heir to a fallen clan, and a heart that still remembers what it means to love.

In a land ruled by ancient rivalries and blood-bound vengeance, Cecilia is hunted by her past, haunted by her legacy, and entangled with a mortal boy whose very existence could spark war. Yet she is no pawn. She is the blade her bloodline has been sharpening in silence.

A Ruby Polished by Thorns-Some legends are born. Others are buried. She was both.