Alexandra, daughter of the monarchs’ loyal maid, grew up alongside the prince, within the crystalline walls of the palace. But when her mother dies, leaving Alexandra alone in their family cottage with only Chestnut–their beloved cat–and rooms full of memories, she’s desperate to get away. Unable to find work after being branded as a thief by her fellow villagers, she has no choice but to accept Prince Igor’s offer: travel with him and leave everything except Chestnut behind. Now she’ll have to contend with orcs , vampires , and, worst of all, an annoyingly charming prince .