In a world shattered by chaos and divided by the brutal reign of the Raiders, one woman longs to break free from the shackles of her family's legacy. Born into darkness and raised to become heir to the ruthless Raiders, Princess Catori yearns for a life beyond the violence and oppression that defines her existence. When she meets Micah, a riverboat captain with an unwavering sense of justice, she sees a glimmer of hope for a different future. But her grandfather, founder of the Raiders, has a plan for Catori's life that he refuses to relinquish. He'll stop at nothing to see her become all he has prepared her to be, whether she wants that existence or not. Will Catori and Micah ever escape to the safety of the new life they long for, or is Catori destined to become something she despises? In this gripping companion novel set in the world of the Talionis Series, readers will be transported on a thrilling journey with Catori and her companions. Filled with action, suspense, and romance, Abandoned Shores is a story of survival, hope, and the power of love in the face of adversity. Fans of dystopian fiction and epic romances will be captivated by this heart-pounding tale of adventure, danger, and the unbreakable bond between two unlikely allies.