Whispering Wood

Valentina Serlast travels to the royal city reluctantly to witness her brother Darien's coronation as king of Welce. While she prefers the solitude of her country estate, her stay is extended, thrusting her into a world of political intrigue and new friendships, including a bond with the unpredictable Princess Corene and a mysterious foreign visitor, Melissande. Complicating matters is the return of her childhood friend, Sebastian Ardelay, whose dangerous endeavors risk not only his safety but also the stability of the kingdom.