Three years prior to the events of Ruin and Roses, Jane's friends strived to prevent future turmoil while her enemies worked to ensure it. Follow the stories of faces familiar and achingly new as we discover the true nature of the Cursed Kingdoms and how tragedy befalls our heroine. Do the fates design our stories? Or are the very stars aligning to bring the kingdoms to their knees?

Kiara, refusing to die for an emotion she hardly believes in, finds herself in Anwyn in a battle against fate, time, and love. After receiving conflicting orders from her king and his council, she's overseas alone and away from even a sky she recognizes. She must decide if she is going to battle fate or accept it.

This prequel to the Cursed Kingdoms series by indie author Deanna Ortega will surely delight old fans and new readers alike. The answers you've been waiting for lie within these pages if you're only brave enough to read them.