In deeper waters
(Book)

"Most princes would be eager for their coming-of-age tour, but Tal isn't most princes. He knows he can't partake in the adventure and debauchery his siblings enjoyed on their tours, not when letting loose could mean accidentally revealing his forbidden magic?and upending his kingdom's hard-won peace. But when his ship's crew rescues a mysterious prisoner from a burning derelict vessel just a few days into the journey, his world changes. Tal is surprised to feel an intense connection with the roguish Athlen. So when Athlen leaps overboard and disappears, Tal feels responsible and heartbroken, knowing that Athlen could not have survived in the open ocean. That is, until Tal runs into Athlen days later on dry land, very much alive and as charming?and secretive?as ever. But before they can pursue anything further, Tal is kidnapped by pirates and held for ransom in a plot to reveal his rumored powers and instigate a war. Tal must escape if he hopes to save not only himself, but his family and the kingdom. And Athlen might just be his only hope . . . "

13-17.

8-12.