In a land ruled and shaped by violent magical storms, power lies with those who control them. As the sole heir of Pavan, Aurora's been groomed to be the perfect queen. But she's yet to show any trace of the magic she'll need to protect her people. First in "New York Times"-bestselling author Carmack's debut YA series.

Challenge a tempest. Survive it. And you become its master.

Legend says that Aurora Pavan's ancestors first gained their magic by facing a storm and stealing part of its essence. Aurora has been groomed to be the perfect queen...but she's yet to show any trace of the magic she'll need to protect her people.

To keep her secret and save her crown, she'll have to marry a dark and brooding Stormling prince from another kingdom: He'll guarantee her spot as the next queen and be the champion her people need to remain safe.

But the more Aurora uncovers about him, the more a future with him frightens her.

When a handsome young storm hunter reveals he was born without magic, but possesses it now, Aurora realizes there's a third option for her future besides ruin or marriage...

She might not have magic now, but she can steal it if she's brave enough.

"A rich and unforgettable fantasy forged from the power of storms, the danger of secrets, and the magic of Cora Carmack's imagination."--Kami Garcia, #1 New York Times bestselling author

"Well worth the wait...It crushed all of my expectations with gusto, and surprised me more than once."--Hypable