Ruin

This is a standalone novella, and is the spin-off story of a historical event mentioned in The Fate of Crowns. It does not need to be read before book one in the series.Only the beautiful can love, the graceful thrive, and the powerful reign… and I am none of those thingsFated to be the ugly princess, I was locked away behind castle doors. My father reigned with immortal power, and brothers and sisters were adored and loved by our people, and the throne that was supposed to belong to me would go my brother instead.I wanted it all...I turned to a darker magic, one without limits that would set me free... but love had other plans. My powers demanded sacrifice, but little did I know the greatest would be my heart