Cursed treasure. Forbidden love. A future forged in combat.

On his thirteenth birthday, Matheo learns the truth – he is Queen Elizabeth’s hidden son, raised in Spain to one day claim the English throne.  

Across the Channel, Elizabeth makes a chilling discovery of her own: William Hope is not who she believed. Now, he must be captured – and silenced forever.

After months at sea, the Maiden Bride finally approaches the English coast, her crew weary but triumphant. William and Scarlett’s plan is simple: evade capture, safeguard the treasure, and return as heroes. Yet, beneath their bounty lies a curse – a sinister presence left behind on a deserted island. As they journey inland, shadows lengthen, and unseen forces close in. 

Whispers of a Spanish invasion spread, and Katherine – the woman William secretly loves – is betrothed to marry another to protect the Realm. Their paths are destined to cross, yet powerful enemies and ancient curses threaten to tear them apart.

With a Royal tournament descending into bloodshed and a ruthless enemy on his heels, William must master his powers before England falls.

In a clash of empires, one man’s courage will decide the fate of a nation.