Celaena Sardothien won a brutal contest to become the King's Champion. But she is far from loyal to the crown. Though she goes to great lengths to hide her secret, her deadly charade becomes more difficult when she realizes she is not the only one seeking justice. Her search for answers ensnares those closest to her, and no one is safe from suspicion-not the Crown Prince Dorian; not Chaol, the Captain of the Guard; not even her best friend, Nehemia, a princess with a rebel heart. Then, one terrible night, the secrets they have all been keeping lead to an unspeakable tragedy. As Celaena's world shatters, she will be forced to decide once and for all where her true loyalties lie . . . and what she is willing to fight for.

Sarah J. Maas
(born March 5, 1986) is a bestselling American fantasy author known for her Throne of Glass, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and Crescent City series. Her novels, celebrated for their intricate world-building and compelling characters, have sold over 38 million copies worldwide and been translated into 38 languages. Maas began her writing career at 16 and has since become a leading voice in contemporary fantasy. She lives in New York City with her husband and children.