Two thieves vie for dominance in the illegal dragon egg trade,putting both their lives and their hearts on the line in this scorching romantasy from New York Times bestselling author Karina Halle. For Brynla Aihrcrime and survival have always gone hand in hand. Ever since she escaped the fanatical dragon-worshipping cult that controls her homelandshe’s had to carve out a life doing the unthinkable: stealing dragon eggs. Egg theft is illegal andin most casesfatal. To breach a dragon’s nest means a harrowing journey through the ancient wards spelled to keep the monstrous beasts confined. Dragons can’t get out and only those with a death wish can get in. Despite the risksdragon eggs are highly coveted for their magic. An illegal trade flourishes under competing criminal empiresand Brynla’s loyalty has always been to the highest bidder. Until she finds herself kidnapped and blackmailed by Lord Andora formidable lieutenant of House Kolbeckand thrust into the dangerous political games of rivaling dynasties. Brynla and Andor clash at every turnsparking heat in ways Brynla’s never felt before. But in a world that’s prophesized to return to the dragonsand rife with betrayal and secrets at every turn…how close to the flames is she willing to stand?