High in the mountains, Zel lives with her mother, who insists they have all they need — for they have each other. Zel's life is peaceful and protected — until a chance encounter changes everything. When she meets a beautiful young prince at the market one day, she is profoundly moved by new emotions. But Zel's mother sees the future unfolding — and she will do the unspeakable to prevent Zel from leaving her..."Will leave readers spellbound."— Publishers Weekly, starred review