One Dark Window (The Shepherd King, #1) by Rachel Gillig

One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig is a fairly typical part of the kingdom plot of a young lady, Elspeth, experiencing light and darkness and political conflict. Bound by the fear of a power that she herself possesses and cannot wield, Elspeth tumbles headfirst into the affairs of a stranger who is also hiding something that could turn out to be life-changing.

Now, it’s up to Elspeth to overcome her fears and discover what she is capable of; besides, whom she should support on the side of danger and betrayal are lurking around the corner. This book embraces the best features of fantasy, romance, and suspense with a strong, deep-down, sometimes heart-wrenching core of realistic adventure, personal growth, and the struggle against impossible odds.