The Ties That Bind

As her assassin persona of Tina the Terrible, Princess Azedeh has conquered treacherous foes and even death. Now she faces her most terrifying challenge: picking a future king. When her parents host the traditional Royal Pairing Ball, Azedeh feels the heat of social expectations breathing down her neck. When her alter-ego’s persona complicates matters, a loved-one becomes tangled in the consequences.