Cursed Empire - La série

One empire. An age-old hatred. Two girls risk everything—even their souls—for their people. Revenge failed her… Slaying the cruel Alrenian empress brought freedom to her people, but Lo found only guilt. Dedicating her life to her god and vowing to never kill again, she seeks to end continuing injustice in her empire. But partnering with a mysterious thief and his band of vigilantes forces her to question her path. Are the forbidden feelings she has for this man truly wrong? And can there ever be peace in the empire without bloodshed? Revenge fuels her… Since her mother, the empress, was slain, Jalie has been a prisoner in her own palace. Alone. Powerless. Until a goddess grants her a terrifying and brutal gift that could be her key to reclaiming her throne. But the young soldier tasked with guarding her is not what she expected. Tension brews between them, blurring the line between enemy and friend—or maybe something more, and challenging everything she’s ever believed about her enemies. This first book in a YA epic fantasy series is perfect for fans of enemies to lovers, morally grey characters, lush world-building, and forbidden love. Set in the same world as Schade’s Silent Kingdom trilogy, this series can be read on its own.

Fans of lush world-building, morally grey characters, enemies to lovers, and forbidden romance will devour this epic YA series. The empire has fallen. A new one will rise. Guilty... Lo abandoned everything—her friends, her way of life, and perhaps even her soul—to save her people. But a shocking betrayal left her reeling...and the Alrenian Empire in enemy hands. Against all odds, she’s determined to continue fighting for her people’s freedom. Playing the role of spy and deceiver, Lo plots among her enemies by day and dodges her would-be killers by night. Unfortunately that means staying close to the thief who stole her heart—and her empire. Haunted... Caesiem has spent his life fighting to survive. Life has always forced him to make the hard decisions—kill or be killed, take or be left to die. Even after being adopted into the imperial family, his every decision has hinged on keeping the struggling Teramese people alive. But as he and his army establish a new empire and prepare for a looming war, he begins to question everything he ever thought he knew about his allegiances—and his own identity. Dedicated... Kovi promised nothing would get in the way of his decision to serve and protect his people. He has always been the perfect soldier—no matter the price, or the pain. So when the Teramese make an offer that could spare Forwyn lives, he knows his loyalty is to his people...not his heart. Afraid... In the fight to regain her throne, Jalie thought winning her freedom would be the hardest step. But now she faces threats from all sides—even from fellow Alrenians who label her as weak and unworthy. Desperation leads her once again to Nesrelle, Queen of Death, who offers a bargain..at an uncertain price. All have fought for their people. But will their sacrifices be worth the cost?

In an empire torn apart by war, the greatest enemies are within. Revenge… In the wake of a ruthless betrayal, Jalie is forced to depend on Nesrelle, Queen of Death. But her army is falling to Nesrelle’s monstrous control. With her empire in upheaval, Jalie clings to the one thing she has left: revenge. Rebellion… After a vicious battle, the Forwyn are left reeling from incalculable loss. To defend her people, Lo fights to outmaneuver Emperor Revaed in a deadly game of wills. But the hardest part is being opposed to the man she loves. Justice… Kovi clings to hope for a Forwyn-Alrenian alliance, but mysterious prophecies warn him that his relationship with Jalie may be ill-fated. And when his foes are monsters, is mercy even an option? Deceit… His entire life has been a lie. Heartbreaking revelations force Caesiem to choose between the only family he’s ever had, and the woman who has stolen his heart. But his divided loyalties may tear him apart. As all else burns away, four leaders will face their greatest fears—and discover where their true allegiances lie.