: Faraine's ability to sense and absorb others' emotions is highlighted not as a weakness, but as a crucial tool for survival.
The story begins in the immediate fallout of book one. King Vor has discovered that his new bride is Faraine and not her sister, whom he had originally courted. Enraged by the deception, Vor treats Faraine as a prisoner rather than his queen. Vow of the Shadow King by Sylvia Mercedes
: The Trolde "Shadow King" of Mythanar. Devastated by the deception but strongly attracted to Faraine, he must save his physically collapsing realm while dealing with his fractured trust. : Faraine's ability to sense and absorb others'
: Both protagonists are heavily burdened by the weight of keeping their respective people safe at the expense of their own happiness. 💬 Critical Reception Vow of the Shadow King by Sylvia Mercedes | Goodreads Enraged by the deception, Vor treats Faraine as