Frozen Heart (the Heart Series, book 2)

Following a devastating thirteen-year conflict between two kingdoms, Princess Ayla's unexpected fate sees her become a slave, bound for King Rhobart's realm, Nordmar. Initially bracing herself for the worst, Ayla discovers a surprising twist upon her arrival – she is treated with dignity, far from the life she had imagined. As time passes, Ayla undergoes a remarkable transformation. Her once-shy nature evolves into a boldness that inadvertently challenges King Rhobart with every action. Unbeknownst to them both, their paths intertwine, and an unexpected spark ignites – Ayla finds herself falling deeply in love with the powerful monarch. However, love in this high-stakes world is not without its complications. Ayla soon learns that King Rhobart carries a haunting past that haunts his every decision. As tensions rise with the looming threat of an Orc invasion, Ayla begins receiving vivid visions that reveal hidden truths about her own identity. Caught between a war that threatens to engulf all the kingdoms and the heartache of her forbidden love, Ayla must navigate these revelations to protect not only the man she loves but also the fate of the entire world. Will she be able to turn the tide of the battle, or will her own journey of self-discovery prove to be her greatest challenge?