Love, betrayal, and the fate of a kingdom hang in the balance. Queen Izabella must put aside her heart and marry the prince of a neighboring kingdom to secure an army for her people. But fate has other plans when a past love, James Inglewood, resurfaces in her life. As a dark enemy threatens her beloved kingdom, Izabella must navigate treacherous politics and a potential traitor in her midst. With fear and doubt clouding her heart, she clings to her faith in God to see her through. But will her kingdom survive the darkness, and can she trust the man she has chosen to be her husband? Fans of historical fantasy and political intrigue will be captivated by this thrilling tale of love and duty. ⚠Content Warnings⚠ none none war/violence, SA, drinking/drunkenness, death of parents, miscarriage, racial tension, sexism, depression [none of these are graphic or glorifying what is happening, but they are present and part of the plot].