"With a new war looming on the horizon as High Queen Jude and High King Cardan go to extremes to retrieve their imprisoned heir, Oak, he is faced with the impossible choice between the girl he loves or family and the kingdom he is due to inherit. It's the first time his guile and wit won't be able to lead to a happy ending, especially since his present is a frozen jail cell in Wren's dungeon"--Provided by publisher.

Sequel to: The stolen heir.