In a kingdom where touch drains emotions for power Emberline masks hers but when she becomes the key to the Blessed’s magic her broody bodyguard could make her feel too much. His touch would be her undoing. With a single touch the ruling Blessed could realize Emberline Arkova is immune to their magic. She’s determined to leave the kingdom in search of answers because every day she remains is a risk. But her uncle’s sudden disappearance upends her plans. Thrust into his role as jeweler she’s gone from avoiding the Blessed to becoming the center of their world. Uniquely able to identify the gems required for their magic she’s now their most precious resource. To protect their prize Hart a broad-shouldered guard with particular irreverence is assigned to keep Emberline safe. His motives may be murky at best but he’s not as loyal to the king as a Blessed should be and now putting her trust in him is her best bet to escape without discovery.