The Captive Kingdom

Written by Jennifer A. Nielsen

Part of the Ascendance series

A king's past resurfaces as he's taken hostage, threatening his kingdom's peace.

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400 pages· 87,810 words· Est. 12 hour read· 740L

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Bookroo's summary

King Jaron's peaceful reign shatters when his ship is attacked, and he's captured by mysterious foes. Accused of heinous acts, he discovers relics of his presumed-dead brother, Darius. Could Darius be alive? As Jaron grapples with this revelation, he must navigate a treacherous path to reclaim his throne and protect his kingdom. What does his captor, Jane Strick, truly want? Dive into a world of secrets and high-stakes action as Jaron faces a battle that could change everything.

From the publisher

Acclaimed author Jennifer A. Nielsen marks a return to the world of her beloved New York Times bestseller The False Prince in this highly anticipated fourth book of the Ascendance Series!In a peaceful Carthya, Jaron leads as the Ascendant King with Imogen beside him – but the peace he fought so long for is not destined to last. On a routine sea voyage, Jaron’s ship is brutally attacked, and he is taken hostage. The mysterious captors and their leader, Jane Strick, accuse Jaron of unthinkable acts. They are also in possession of some shocking items – including the crown and sword that belonged to Jaron’s older brother, Darius. The items unearth a past Jaron thought he had put behind him. Though it seems impossible, Jaron must consider: Could Darius be alive? And what does Strick want from Jaron? Against his will, Jaron will be pulled back into a fight for the throne – and a battle to save his kingdom. Return to Carthya to uncover new secrets, high-stakes action, and Jennifer A. Nielsen’s signature breathtaking twists.

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