The King of Attolia

The story follows Eugenides, who, through cunning and theft, ascends to the throne of Attolia, despite his initial desire for the queen rather than power. Now king, he navigates a perilous landscape filled with discontented barons, a looming threat from the Mede emperor, and the treacherous politics of the Attolian court. As he grapples with the consequences of his actions, Eugenides must confront the complexities of leadership and loyalty in a realm rife with danger.