The Gilded Crown: The Raven's Trade, Book BY Marianne Gordon

In this captivating debut novel, "Hellevir's Gift," we follow the extraordinary journey of Hellevir, a woman with the rare ability to resurrect the dead. From a young age, she has navigated the delicate balance between life and death, paying a steep price to Death himself for every soul she brings back.

When Princess Sullivain, the kingdom's only heir, is assassinated, Hellevir is summoned by the Queen to perform the impossible task of resurrecting her granddaughter. The stakes are high—not just to satisfy a grieving grandmother, but to prevent the kingdom from descending into chaos and civil war. Hellevir's powers become a crucial political tool, binding her to the royal family's fate.

As Hellevir forms a bond with the enigmatic and strong-willed Princess Sullivain, her commitment to protecting her grows, even as the demands of keeping Sullivain alive exact a toll on Hellevir's own life force. With each resurrection, Hellevir finds herself sacrificing more of herself, caught between the duty imposed upon her and the love that blossoms unexpectedly.

Against a backdrop of looming conflict and political intrigue, "Hellevir's Gift" explores themes of power, sacrifice, and the consequences of meddling with the natural order. Hellevir's journey is not just a struggle against external threats but also an internal battle as she grapples with the ethical dilemmas of her abilities and the growing affection she feels for the princess she is bound to protect.

With its blend of fantasy, romance, and high-stakes drama, "Hellevir's Gift" promises a richly woven narrative that delves into the complexities of duty, love, and the boundaries between life and death in a kingdom teetering on the brink of upheaval.