The stirring conclusion to the "superb romantic fantasy trilogy"( Midwest Book Review ) from the USA Today bestselling author of The Mage's Daughter . Born out of "a fantasy world...too wonderful to miss" ( Paranormal Romance ) the Nine Kingdoms Trilogy now explodes in the fiercest battle yet as the fate of a kingdom lies with a man and woman bound by love, magic, and a legendary-and perilous-sword. Evil is still slowly spilling out of Gair’s well, creating havoc in Neroche. But Miach, Archmage of Neroche, is determined to close the well once and for all. Finding—stealing—the right spell isn’t easy, but what proves even more difficult for Miach is the discovery that the only one who can successfully work the spell of closure is Shieldmaiden Morgan of Melksham: Gair’s daughter and Miach’s true love. If Miach allows Morgan to complete the spell, it could save his kingdom, but it could also mean losing the woman he loves. Kurland brings her exquisitely crafted Nine Kingdoms trilogy, which began with Star of the Morning (2006) and continued with The Mage’s Daughter (2008), to a triumphant conclusion. Deftly sifting together love, honor, magic, and danger, Kurland has created a spellbinding, witty, and sweet paranormal romance. --John Charles Praise for Princess of the Sword “Kurland has created a spellbinding, witty, and sweet paranormal romance.”— Booklist “A definite page-turner. Lynn Kurland does not disappoint.”— Night Owl Reviews “Her characters are engaging, her world fully realized, and the story brilliantly plotted and well told...Fresh and exciting.”— Fresh Fiction “An intelligent, involving tale full of love and adventure.”— All About Romance And the Nine Kingdom Novels “An intriguing, delightful romantic fantasy with epic fairy-tale elements; fascinating, well-drawn characters and vibrant descriptions of magical situations and locations reinforce a vivid, enchanting narrative.”— Kirkus Reviews “The exciting story line is fast paced from the onset…Lynn Kurland spins another fabulous fantasy.”— Genre Go Round Reviews “One of the strongest fantasy novels welcoming in the new year.”— Fresh Fiction “A romantic adventure with surprises and danger...Beautifully written.”— Romance Reviews Today “Kurland deftly mixes innocent romance with adventure in a tale that will leave readers eager for the next installment.” —Publishers Weekly “Captured my interest from the very first page…Lynn Kurland’s time-travel series might occupy a favored place on my shelves, but I think she truly shines in the Nine Kingdom books.”— Night Owl Reviews “Lynn Kurland has become one of my favorite fantasy authors; I can hardly wait to see what happens next.”— Huntress Book Reviews Lynn Kurland is the USA Today bestselling author of Stardust of Yesterday, A Dance Through Time, This Is All I Ask, The Very Thought of You, Another Chance to Dream, The More I See You , and If I Had You . She is also a contributor to The Christmas Cat, Christmas Spirits, Veils of Time, Opposites Attract , and A Knight’s Vow anthologies. A full-time writer, she lives in the Pacific Northwest. Table of Contents Title Page Copyright Page   One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Eight Nine Ten Eleven Twelve Thirteen Fourteen Fifteen Sixteen Seventeen Eighteen Nineteen Twenty Twenty-one Twenty-two Twenty-three   Epilogue Praise for the Novels of the Nine Kingdoms The Mage’s Daughter “Engaging characters—family, friends, and enemies—keep the story hopping along with readers relishing every word and hungering for the next installment. [A] perfect ten.” —Romance Reviews Today   “Lynn Kurland has become one of my favorite fantasy authors; I can hardly wait to see what happens next.” —Huntress Reviews   “ The Mage’s Daughter , like its predecessor, Star of the Morning , is the best work Lynn Kurland has ever done. I can’t recommend this book highly enough.” —Fresh Fiction   “I couldn’t put the book down . . . The fantasy world, drawn so beautifully, is too wonderful to miss any of it. I highly recommend this book, the series, and all of Ms. Kurland’s other works. Brilliant!” —Paranormal Romance Reviews   “This is a terrific romantic fantasy. Lynn Kurland provides a fabulous . . . tale that sets the stage for an incredible finish.” —Midwest Book Review     Star of the Morning “Kurland launches a stunning, rich, and poetic new trilogy. The quest is on!” —Romantic Times   “Terrific . . . Lynn Kurland provides fantasy readers with a delightful quest tale starring likable heroes . . . A magical beginning to what looks like will be a superb romantic fantasy trilogy.” —Midwest Book Review   “Entertaining fantasy.” —Romance Reviews Today   “An enchanting writer.” —The Eternal Night   “A superbly crafted, sweetly romantic tale of adventure and magic.” Booklist   continued . . . “I dare you to read a Kurland story and not enjoy it!” —Heartland Critiques     Dreams of Stardust “Kurland weaves another fabulous re