The Inadequate Heir by Danielle L. Jensen

Category:Fantasy/Romance/Romantasy

Rating:4.5/5

Pages:688 

About the Book:

The Third novel of the Bridge Kingdom series.The third installment shifts focus to Zarrah, a soldier raised as heir to an empire, who is motivated by two truths: the Veliant family murdered her mother, and her pursuit of vengeance will put every last one of them in their graves. The Endless War between Maridrina and Valcotta has raged for generations, leaving thousands of Zarrah's people dead and countless more orphaned. When she is given command of the contested city of Nerastis, Zarrah is prepared to do whatever it takes to destroy the Maridrinian forces who oppose her—and to kill the Veliant prince who leads them.

Yet a chance encounter with an anonymous and handsome Maridrinian causes Zarrah to question whether the violence she has perpetrated is justice or a crime. As she continues to meet the nameless man each night, she finds common ground—and fiery passion—in his arms. But when their identities are revealed, Zarrah must decide whether to embrace a chance at peace or march to the drums of war. The novel explores themes of vengeance, forbidden love, and the possibility of redemption amidst generations of conflict.

Described as a "next installment in the Bridge Kingdom series not to be missed," this volume features dual points of view from Keris and Zarrah, weaving a tale of starcrossed lovers and secret identities. Keris is the leader of Maridrina's forces in the city of Nerastis, while Zarrah commands the Valcottans—each side controlling half the city in a war that has only brought death without true gain for either nation . The book includes the bonus Bridge Kingdom novella "The Calm Before the Storm," told from the perspectives of Lara and Aren.