From the author of *The Queen’s Rising* comes a gripping YA stand-alone fantasy about the unbreakable bond between sisters, perfect for fans of *Ember in the Ashes*, *Sky in the Deep*, and *Court of Fives*.
After eight long years, Evadne is finally about to be reunited with her older sister, Halcyon, who has been serving proudly in the queen’s army. But when Halcyon unexpectedly returns home early, Eva knows something is terribly wrong—Halcyon is on the run, hunted by her commander and accused of murder.
Though Halcyon is spared from execution during her trial, the punishment she receives is severe. Determined to uncover the truth, Eva volunteers to serve part of Halcyon’s sentence. But as Eva begins her sentence, she quickly discovers that some fates are far worse than death.
