The Evergreen Heir (The Five Crowns of Okrith, Book 4) A.K. Mulford 9780008626280

BOOK FOUR IN THE FIVE CROWNS OF OKRITH SERIES

Neelo Emberspear, heir to the throne and realm, would never leave the library if they could help it. They certainly never asked for a kingdom or a husband to rule it with. But when their mother, the troubled queen, disastrously lights the castle on fire Neelo knows duty can be put off no longer.

No matter how charming everyone else finds fae warrior Talhan Catullus, this is not what Neelo chose.

Fighting to save their mother's life and throne, Neelo is astonished when the written word brings them closer than ever to their cavalier new fiance. But a dark force is rising, which not only threatens their love, but the entire continent.

A.K. Mulford is the bestselling fantasy author of The Five Crowns of Okrith series and former wildlife biologist who swapped rehabilitating monkeys for writing novels. She/They are inspired to create diverse stories that transport readers to new realms, making them fall in love with fantasy for the first time or all over again. She now lives in New Zealand with her husband and two young human primates, creating lovable fantasy characters and making ridiculous Tiktoks.

'Mulford combines steamy scenes with palace intrigue and fearsome battles. Newcomers should start with book one, but series fans will be enthralled with Bri and Lina's story. Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Jennifer L. Armentrout, this fantasy romance is recommended for all public-library collections.' Booklist