For centuries, the Red Crystal has been a legend whispered across the kingdoms, said to possess unimaginable power-capable of granting its wielder dominion over the elements or destroying entire civilizations. Guarded by ancient protectors and hidden in a forgotten temple deep within the heart of the Forbidden Forest, the crystal's existence is known only to a select few.
When orphaned thief Alina discovers an old map that leads to the temple, she's drawn into a dangerous quest to find the Red Crystal, unaware that others-both dark and light-are also hunting for it. Among them is the enigmatic Prince Caden, a reluctant heir to the throne, whose kingdom is on the brink of war. Bound by duty, he must retrieve the crystal to secure his people's future, but he is haunted by his own past and the knowledge that the crystal's power may come at a deadly cost.
Alina and Caden's paths collide in the depths of the forest, where treacherous creatures, mystical forces, and deadly traps lurk at every turn. As they venture deeper into the unknown, the two unlikely allies must navigate their differences, facing not only external threats but also the growing tension between them-drawn together by destiny, yet torn apart by secrets they cannot share.
The Red Crystal is a sweeping, action-packed fantasy that explores themes of power, destiny, and sacrifice. As Alina and Caden's journey leads them to a final, earth-shattering choice, they must decide whether the Red Crystal's power is worth the destruction it may bring-or if some legends are better left untouched.