Descendant: Book One of the Bloodline Chronicles

A bastard princess. A shapeshifting warrior. A centuries old prophecy. 

Magic is a death sentence in Cisterion. Princess Katja hides her Empathy from everyone, including her closest confidant, Isidro. To cope with the sensory overload of the court’s emotions, she struggles with a severe eating disorder and drinking.

When her brother’s abuse turns life threatening, Katja is smuggled out by two magic wielders: Rorin and Astrid. Free from Cisterion, Katja finally learns to control her power under Astrid’s firm but gentle guidance. As Katja learns to recognize her own emotions and filter out the noise of others, Katja and Astrid fall in love. Through their relationship, Katja finds the safety she needs to begin the difficult process of recovery.

But her peace is short lived. Isidro reveals a 500 year old prophecy and a secret coup to put Katja on the throne. This revelation triggers a dangerous relapse. Katja must now decide if she will accept the crown she never wanted. With her heart bound to the woman she loves and her life tied to a prophecy, Katja must find the strength to face her ghosts before they consume her.