[Salarian Chronicles 02] • Lady Alma

**Her stepmother seems like a big problem… Until a corset attacks.**

When her father’s new wife makes life unbearable, Alma plans to escape by marrying well. A diplomatic ball is the perfect place to charm a nobleman, but disaster strikes when a magical corset tries to kill her.

**While she’s dancing with the prince.**

Alma’s search for answers only raises more questions. Why does someone want her dead? Who is sabotaging peace with an enemy nation? What are Prince Lorenzo’s true intentions toward her?

The more she learns, the more she questions the life she always wanted. Can Alma overcome curses and conspiracies to find her place in Castana? Or does her destiny lie somewhere beyond her country?

Lady Alma is a novel about facing change and finding your own path. If you like magic, mystery, and strong female characters, you’ll love this book.

**Author’s Note**

Lady Alma is a prequel to Rook and Shadow, but it can be enjoyed as a stand-alone novel. While the books are loosely connected, each features a complete story with a different heroine.