Gleam by Raven Kennedy
Book Overview
In Gleam, Auren is discovering that freedom is more complicated — and more dangerous — than she ever imagined. Once confined by King Midas and forced into a gilded cage that kept her isolated and powerless, she now finds herself navigating unfamiliar lands filled with deception, hidden agendas, and deadly royalty. What she thought was protection was really imprisonment… and now that something dark and powerful stirs inside her, she won’t be caged again.
But fate has other plans. Enter King Ravinger: ruthless, mysterious, and dangerously seductive. Auren has learned not to trust manipulative rulers, yet there’s something about Ravinger that challenges her defenses — and awakens emotions she never expected. Torn between her desires and her quest for independence, Auren must walk a fine line between trust and betrayal as she fights to reclaim her agency and shape her own destiny.
Gleam is a gripping tale of empowerment, vengeance, and emotional transformation — perfect for fans of richly developed fantasy worlds and passionate, character‑driven romance.