Summon the sun. As the most powerful luminancer in a generation, I’m eager to wed the man of my dreams and finally ascend the Summer Throne. But the man I thought I wanted didn’t want me. Betrayed on my wedding night, I’m stripped of my power and shipped to the human kingdom. With a magical gag preventing me from revealing my true identity, I’m at the mercy of my new human handlers.

And my handlers have devious plans for me. Once, I wielded sunlight like a weapon. Now, I’m imprisoned in a vast gladiator arena, where survival means fighting for the entertainment of bloodthirsty nobles. My only solace—and best chance of survival—is my unexpected friendship with two of my fellow gladiators.

Nikolas and Dain couldn’t be more different. One quick and roguish, the other silent and strong, they help me navigate the twisted underworld that lies beneath the arena. Under their tutelage, I spend my days conquering opponents—and my nights surrendering to a sweeter kind of conquest.

Still, I’m meant for more than the gladiator arena. When my powers unexpectedly begin trickling back, the men and I uncover a dark secret: the arena’s fighters are fueled by magic—and it may hold the key to restoring my strength and reclaiming my crown. With escape within my grasp and two loyal allies by my side, I’m ready to seize my destiny.

But no one ends up in the arena by chance. And power can corrupt even the purest intentions. As I fight for my freedom, I begin to question whether Nikolas and Dain have their own agenda. Will secrets be my undoing, or will I win my kingdom only to lose my heart?