Obsidian Tide - Paperback

by Joanna McSpadden (Author)

They were never supposed to be heroes.

But when a deadly plague hits the crown, three royal misfits become the kingdom's last hope.In the empire of Akaria, tradition rules all-until the Obsidian Streaks begin claiming lives in every corner of the realm. Their only shot at saving the empire lies in a lost relic of legend: the Healing Stone, a magical gem said to cure any disease. If it still exists.No pressure, right?Now it's up to:

• Princess Katerina: a witch forced to hide her power behind royal duties
• Liam: the emperor's exiled nephew, caught between duty and freedom
• Anthony: the crown prince, loyal to a future he never chose

To retrieve the stone, they'll have to survive fire-breathing guardians, unravel ancient secrets, and confront the haunting truths of who they were raised to be.The monsters outside the empire are deadly. The ones within? Even worse.A classic fantasy tale with dragons, magical relics, elemental magic, slow-burn bonds, and the kind of quest that changes everything.Perfect for fans of Brandon Sanderson, Tamora Pierce, and readers who still believe magic can save the world.