Dawn Conrad Reed

The New Chronicle of Diamondra Dawn Conrad Reed

Two families generations apart, one ostracized and the other royal, strive to unify and defend the youthful nation of Diamondra. In the process of guarding the royal family and restoring the honor of his own, Sir Brenton--Diamondra's most decorated warrior--is banished for treason against the family he has bled to defend. Decades later, the princess's ascent to the throne is threatened by her step-uncle, the conniving yet weary regent who has ruled since her birth. However, the regent and his son's murderous plans are temporarily disrupted by the appearance of Lesira, a peasant who claims to be Princess Jenaya's twin sister. Only the banished Sir Brenton knows the royal family's secrets. If the young women can prove Lesira's identity by finding Sir Brenton before the regent and his son usurp by force, justice and the royal family might be restored in Diamondra, but not without those dearest to Lesira risking the greatest sacrifice.