Afflicted

In "Afflicted," the second book of the Trimarked series, Ember faces new dangers as a Witch Queen seeks to control all magic users, forcing her to confront her powers and alliances in a perilous world. Living under constant threat from various factions, Ember must navigate her growing strength and the choices that could expose her to enemies or save her friends. Packed with vivid characters and intense world-building, this gritty fantasy explores themes of resilience and defiance in a dark, magical landscape.