When your empire is built on lies, it is destined to burn.
Centuries ago, civil war tore apart the continent of Victarius, forcing its rebirth into six kingdoms united under one throne and church. Penance, prosperity, and forgiveness were offered during this rebirth, so long as the people remained united and obeyed their Divine Destinies
But peace and civility can only last so long. And lies cannot be hidden forever.
High Scholars and Royal Advisors have met violent ends, leaving citizens fearful and unsatisfied with official explanations. Rumors circulate about the true history of the Six Kingdoms and the source of the killings, implicating both the king and vengeful rebels.
Once loyal subjects now openly question the very government meant to protect them— a regime thriving on their obedience to beliefs long held. Now face-to-face with the truth of the fallacies they had grown in comfort with for generations, leaders throughout the Six Kingdoms must form alliances, settle differences, and take action to fight for justice, or for power.
In the war-torn realm of Victarius, a noble fight for virtue spirals into darkness, leading heroes down a treacherous road.
Within the hallowed halls of The King's Keep, insidious forces conspire to seize power and force a new tide of change, their plots threatening to plunge the realm into more chaos.
As the newly crowned Queen of the People, Lady Belva Montarian stands on the brink of a destiny she never sought, her heart heavy with the burden of her unchosen crown. As the weight of her title and the expectations of a nation press down, she must confront a haunting question: how far is she willing to descend into darkness for the sake of what she believes is justice?
In a world where justice is an illusion and revenge reigns, the lines between hero and villain blur, and the consequences of every choice grow dire.
Meet the Author
Kristina M Barbee (she/they) is an author and avid reader of stories rich in fantasy and intricate world-building.