The Inadequate Heir (The Bridge Kingdom Book 3)

The third novel in the Bridge Kingdom series follows Zarrah, a soldier raised as heir to an empire. She is driven by two convictions: that the Veliant family murdered her mother, and that she will see them all dead. The Endless War between Maridrina and Valcotta has devastated both nations for generations. When Zarrah takes command of the contested city of Nerastis, she is determined to destroy the Maridrinian forces opposing her—particularly the Veliant prince who leads them. A chance encounter with an anonymous, handsome Maridrinian soldier causes her to reconsider whether her violence constitutes justice or crime. As she meets him secretly each night, she discovers common ground and passion between them. When their true identities are revealed, Zarrah must choose between pursuing peace or continuing the cycle of war. This edition includes the bonus novella The Calm Before the Storm, told from the perspectives of Lara and Aren.