Bestselling author Alwyn Hamilton returns with a thrilling tale featuring a glamorous media darling and a surprise heiress in a magical competition. At sixteen, Honora Nora Holtzfall is the daughter of Walstad's most powerful heiress, controlling the nation's wealth and magic. Despite her prominence, Nora feels like an outsider. When her mother is found dead in an alley, the family fortune and throne become contested, thrusting Nora into the Veritaz, a fierce competition that determines the sole heir. Complicating matters is Lotte, the illegitimate daughter of Nora's aunt, who is suddenly brought into the fold from a rural convent. As Lotte adjusts to her new life, she realizes that many in her newfound family want her dead. Nora soon uncovers that her mother's death was murder, and the only ally she can trust is a charming reporter who loathes her family's legacy. Meanwhile, Lotte's quest to discover her father's identity intertwines with her growing feelings for Theo, a protector of the Holtzfalls. Both girls face incredible challenges, impossible choices, and deadly stakes, knowing that only one can emerge victorious.
Alwyn Hamilton Books






Hero at the Fall
- 480 pages
- 17 hours of reading
The thrilling conclusion of the Rebel of the Sands series promises an exhilarating ride as the characters face their ultimate challenges in a climactic battle. Expect intense action and unexpected twists that will keep readers engaged until the very end, as the fate of the world hangs in the balance.
Traitor to the Throne
- 544 pages
- 20 hours of reading
Set in a richly imagined world, this sequel continues the gripping adventure of its beloved characters, blending elements of magic and rebellion. As tensions rise and new challenges emerge, the protagonist must navigate treacherous alliances and confront her destiny. With a fast-paced plot and captivating twists, it promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats, deepening the themes of courage and identity established in the first book.
Rebel of the Sands
- 358 pages
- 13 hours of reading
The first in a trilogy packed with shooting contests, train robberies, festivals under the stars, powerful Djinni magic and an electrifying love story.