When Annalise's peaceful village is destroyed by the ruthless king's men, she makes a desperate bargain to save her people - offering herself as a prisoner in exchange for their safety. Torn from her family and everything she knows, she must navigate the dangerous politics of the royal court while confronting the merciless king who changed from a sweet boy to a heartless ruler after losing his parents. Can one village girl survive in a world of power, betrayal, and royal intrigue?