Finley has risked everything to find the queen of Traesha. She left behind her family, friends, and her identity. Now, she must figure out who she is in her new role as resa magsai as she and Natasha plot to reclaim their home. At every turn, an enemy is determined to use Traesha's power for their own benefit. They come at resa and queen with guns, threats, and impossible political negotiations.

Finley now understands she was born to fight for Natasha and Natasha alone. Whatever damage the war inflicts, she must keep battling for the people of Traesha. But ties to her past echo in Finley's heart and the Florian royals step forward to test her loyalties. When the leaders of the warring countries are pitted against each other, the choice between them should be simple. Finley is resa. What choice does she have but to become a weapon for rulers?