Dax's Desire — Hannah Walker

The Avanti have made their way to Berinias, the capital and heart of Landran society. Not only is it King Kastain's home ground, but it's the seat of the Conclave's power. Dax finally gets to see Kastain in all his glory -- regal, confident, powerful and downright sexy. As events unfold, Dax and Kastain realize everything happening with the Derin, with Martellon, Nestor and Teriva, is linked. Their enemies draw closer and the plots and machinations of the Conclave deepen. They just need to work out who is behind it all and what they hope to gain. Kastain finds himself turning to Dax, the one person he seems to be able to count on more than anything. The bond between the two leaders is stronger than they expected, and they long for rare times alone so they can explore it. Instead their time is taken up trying to work out which Chieftains they can count on and who is attempting to undermine them at every turn. When plots and betrayals run deep within the heart of the capital, who will succeed and who will pay the ultimate price?