e second book in the Kingdom Quest Trilogy, which combines thrilling adventure, epic fantasy, unforgettable characters, witty humor, and life-changing lessons for young tweens and teens.

Cutthroat pirates kidnap the renowned royal storyteller Berenice, but the abduction raises perplexing questions. It appears hidden forces in the kingdom are determined to expose her long-kept, dark secrets. What-or who-is driving this dangerous game? At what cost? Is it revenge? Punishment? Or something even more frightening?

Remember, not all quests are alike...and this King is definitely not what he appears.