Heir (A Good Morning America YA Book Club Pick) (Heir Duology 1)

Heir is set in the world of the Ember in the Ashes series and follows three young characters whose lives intersect across a ruthless fantasy landscape. Aiz grew up in the Kegari slums and is driven by an old tragedy and love for her people. A reckless mistake lands her in an inescapable prison where her anger intensifies. Sirsha was banished from her people for a crime and now works as a tracker using magic to find her marks. Desperate for payment, she takes on a job hunting a killer who has murdered children across the Martial Empire, but an unexpected attraction complicates her mission. Quil is the crown prince and nephew of the empress. As the son of a reviled emperor, he understands power's corrupting nature and resists taking the throne. When a dangerous new enemy threatens the Empire's survival, he must decide whether he can overcome his tragic lineage to become the heir his people need. Tahir weaves together the stories of these three as they navigate power, treachery, love, and the consequences of unchecked greed on a journey that may cost them their lives and hearts.