The Queen's Resistance

In the enthralling sequel to "The Queen's Rising," Brienna MacQuinn navigates the treacherous waters of courtly duty and personal desire. Now a mistress of knowledge and the acknowledged daughter of Lord Davin MacQuinn, Brienna must secure her place within her father's house while simultaneously serving as Queen Isolde's most trusted confidante. Her allegiances are constantly tested as she strives to balance her loyalty to her family with her commitment to her country. Meanwhile, Aodhan Morgane, formerly Cartier Évariste, grapples with his new role as lord of a fallen house. When he and Brienna discover a mysterious boy, their lives become further entwined, and Aodhan finds himself yearning for a future he never thought possible—one shared with Brienna. However, the brewing resistance from the old regime's supporters threatens to unravel their fragile world. As political tensions escalate, Brienna and Aodhan are forced to set aside their burgeoning feelings, understanding that in a world teetering on the brink of war, love is not just a vulnerability, but potentially the greatest liability of all.