Eliani's decision to become part of the Alpinon Guard, a dangerous military-like responsibility, comes after a failed cup bonding (in which she gave her heart and soul to a man for one year and a day) leaves her heartbroken. She promises herself she will not entertain another man's attraction to her no matter who he is or what promises he makes; she refuses to feel the same rejection and failure again. Instead, she prepares herself to take her rightful place next to her father as second-in-command, completely unaware that betrayal of the worst kind is on the horizon.

Turisan's main objective is to deliver his father's messages to an old friend, but he also wants solitude and peace that only the woodlands can offer him as he travels from Glenhollow. He is in high spirits as he leisurely strolls through the forest leading to his destination to congratulate Lord Felisan's daughter at becoming the next Governor-elect, but he quickly realizes he's being followed by an Alpinon Guard.

Fortunately, the guard becomes his guide into the Alpinon's main city, Hightstone, giving him a grand reception. But no one knows the traitorous actions being put in motion that will change them all.

THE BETRAYAL is a unique passage into a fantasy world that is new and fascinating. I am totally intrigued by the exceptional creativity of the characters. Now that I'm hooked, I am curious to read another installment.