Wolves take their prey in a ring, and the young king must face the most important challenge of his life.
While a colossal army of Fjerda gathers for an invasion, Nikolai Lancov will have to draw on all his ingenuity, charm, and the monster lurking deep within him in order to win. Only then will he be able to fend off the threat to Ravka—this time, luck alone won’t be enough.
Zoya Nazyalensky has lost too much in this war. Her mentor died in front of her eyes, while her sworn enemy, by contrast, has become even more dangerous. Zoya no longer intends to bury friends. She must become the force that will protect her people. And whatever the price may be.
Nina Zenik works under cover at the very heart of the enemy capital. If she’s exposed, she won’t get out alive. But her thirst for revenge may cost the country its freedom—and her, the chance to heal a broken heart.
A king. A general. A spy. Together, they must find light in the encroaching darkness. Otherwise, everything they hold dear will be turned to ruins forever.