The first installment of the Bridge Kingdom series introduces a fantasy romance teeming with political intrigue and passionate love. Lara, a warrior princess trained in isolation, knows two things for certain: King Aren of the Bridge Kingdom is her enemy, and she is destined to bring him down. Sent as a bride to secure peace, Lara is determined to undermine the kingdom that enriches itself at the expense of her homeland. However, as she learns more about the conflict over the vital bridge, Lara's perspective shifts, questioning her role as hero or villain. Her developing feelings for Aren evolve from animosity to deep passion, forcing her to decide which kingdom she will save and which she will destroy.