The Singer's Crown — Elaine Isaak

WHAT PRICE TO RECAPTURE THE KINGDOM?

When his uncle murders his family to take over the kingdom, Prince Kattanan duRhys is the only survivor ... at a terrible cost. Mutilated, he can no Ionger claim his throne. Trained as a harmless singer, Kattanan falls into an impossible, secret love with the Princess Melisande. But her jealous fiancé has his own nefarious plans, and dark wizardry threatens both their kingdoms. Banished, betrayed, rescued, and revealed, can Kattanan gain the throne? And at what price?

Well-realized characters, lush storytelling, and riveting intrigue make The Singer's Crown a remarkable debut from a strong new voice in fantasy.