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In this third book of the series, King Hal must consider marrying the wealthy princess of Liantine after his kingdom is ravaged by a fire, but he soon learns things are done differently in the land of Liantine, and he must work harder to save his people.
Quick Summary
From the author of The Glasswrights' Apprentice comes a tale where a young king must navigate marriage, politics, and a mysterious foreign land to save his fire-ravaged kingdom. Kids will love the cultural clash between kingdoms, the unexpected customs of Liantine, and watching King Hal figure out how to be a wise ruler while dealing with tricky diplomats. If your kid likes medieval fantasy with political intrigue like Graceling or the Redwall series, they'll devour this story about a king learning that different doesn't mean wrong. Perfect for teens in grades 9-12 who enjoy character-driven fantasy with real stakes and a hero who grows through challenges.