Eva Marteinn, a reluctant prodigy with a hidden gift for killing, is thrust into the brutal world of the Commonwealth's elite executioners. Her mentor, Ari Westergaard, is everything she fears: skilled, ruthless, and irresistibly tempting.

As Eva struggles with her newfound powers and Ari grapples with his forbidden feelings, they uncover a conspiracy that could topple the Commonwealth itself. Caught between loyalty and rebellion, Eva and Ari must decide if their love is worth risking everything.

Fans of Divergent and Fourth Wing will be captivated by this dark, seductive tale of power, betrayal, and the ultimate forbidden love.

WINNER, North Carolina Indie Author Award in Young Adult Fiction

WINNER, Gold Moonbeam Award for Best Book Series

FINALIST, Foreword INDIES Award in Young Adult Fiction

SHORTLISTED, The Manly Wade Wellman Award for Science Fiction and Fantasy

WINNER of the 2021 North Carolina Indie Author Award in Young Adult Fiction

FINALIST for the 2020 Foreword INDIES Award in Young Adult Fiction

SHORTLISTED for the The Manly Wade Wellman Award for Science Fiction and Fantasy

WINNER of the 2022 Gold Moonbeam Award for Best Book Series