The Princess and the Thief

From Cerrie Burnell, author of Wilder than Midnight, comes a gorgeous tale of spellbinding magic, wild adventure and the power of friendship and courage. In the Kingdom of Veniera is a mystical place called 'the ether', where subjects can find the magical strands afforded to their place in society. Most magic is good, but there are also dark enchantments, extremely rare, only to be used in the most desperate of times. . . Fifteen years ago, two babies were born to very different families. But both girls were born without their right hands and, as they grew up, their matching long dark hair, sparkling green eyes and disabilities make it tricky to tell them apart. Neva grew up to be a talented thief, able to cast enchantments she shouldn't. She also longs to be an opera singer, but lacks the confidence to step into the spotlight. Aria is the last princess of her tragic family. She can only access one golden strand, a royal enchantment. Though she's a brave young woman, her secret lack of magic makes the kingdom extremely vulnerable to foes. Though they were expected to lead very different lives, a chance encounter one midsummer's eve will entwine Aria and Neva in a thrilling and dangerous adventure that will change their fates forever.