The Empress of Xytae

Crown Princess Ioanna of Xytae conceals a powerful magic that sets her apart in a land expecting a fierce warrior, but her peaceful nature makes her an outsider in court politics. When her sister Netheia seizes power after their father's death, Ioanna is forced to navigate a treacherous political landscape, aided by Princess Vitaliya from Vesolda, who becomes her unlikely ally. As they flee and forge a bond, Ioanna must rally support and confront threats to her own future, all while balancing her desire for peace with the chaos of court intrigue.