Scarred .Never After Series. Book 2. Emily McIntire

Prince Tristan Faasa, scarred and embittered by his brother Michael's betrayal, finds himself entangled in a web of intrigue and desire when Lady Sara Beatreaux, Michael's betrothed, arrives at the palace. Tristan, leader of a secret rebellion against his brother's rule, is torn between his quest for the throne and his unexpected attraction to Sara.

Sara, driven by a desire to eradicate the Faasa line, is determined to marry the king and fulfill her mission, even if it means betraying her own heart. However, her plans are complicated by her growing feelings for Tristan, the forbidden Scarred Prince who challenges her convictions and ignites a dangerous passion within her.

As secrets unravel and loyalties are tested, Tristan and Sara must navigate a treacherous path between love and duty. With the fate of the kingdom hanging in the balance, they must confront their deepest desires and decide where their allegiances truly lie. In a world of political intrigue and forbidden romance, they must choose between vengeance and love, knowing that their decisions will shape the future of their kingdom and their hearts.