Prince Justin & The Black Duke of Thornmoor

About this book

Prince Justin has spent his life preparing to inherit a crown. But a crown is heavier than it looks - especially when the kingdom starts to burn.When troubling news spreads through the northern villages and an invitation arrives from Thornmoor, Justin is forced to step beyond the safety of Castle Highstone and into the shadowed world of the Black Duke. There, power is simple. Mercy is weakness. And faith is something only the comfortable can afford.Justin's father, King Roland, believes a ruler must act with justice - even when fear demands vengeance. Thornmoor believes fear is the point.Caught between two visions of what a king should be, Justin must decide what he will give himself to: the cold certainty of control... or the harder path of strength with mercy.Because something is moving in the mountains. And if Justin chooses wrong, he won't just lose his innocence. He may lose the kingdom.Themes you'll find in this book- Strength with mercy- Faith under pressure- What kind of leader to becomeA middle-grade Christian fantasy for ages 10-14. Book One of the Lion Heir Series. Published by Kingdom Heritage Press.