Publisher's Synopsis
The King is dead.
Within days of his father being laid to rest, Prince Paradon of Alamore is plunged into the preparations for his coronation. But, even as country is gathering to celebrate their new King, unrest is brewing inside the walls. Secrets lurk beneath the castle, suspicions and accusations are tearing him and his brother's already strained relationship to pieces. He must rely on those he trusts to help him to obtain his rightful crown. Paradon is beginning to wonder, come coronation; will he be King or will he be killed?
