Ruled by Blood
by May Sage , Alexi Blake
Synopsis
Once upon a time, there was a princess with no notion of right and wrong, and a queen a thousand times more twisted. In the realm of Tenebris, home to the unseelie folk, curses are served for breakfast with a side of betrayal. Vlari was born a threat to Queen Morgana. She survived her wrath because she never stepped out of line. Until one night. On… Once upon a time, there was a princess with no notion of right and wrong, and a queen a thousand times more twisted. In the realm of Tenebris, home to the unseelie folk, curses are served for breakfast with a side of betrayal. Vlari was born a threat to Queen Morgana. She survived her wrath because she never stepped out of line. Until one night. One man. One war. Now that she's unchained, Vlari's consumed by a desire to drain the lives of all those around her. And yet her decisions shape the fate of the entire realm of the fae. Sometimes the world needs a hero. In a land of shadows, it might just need a monster. Ruled by Blood is a tale of magic, secrets, and schemes, perfect for fantasy readers who enjoy a dash of romance. This version combines both parts: Wicked Court and Shadow Cursed.
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