**An innocent princess. A stepmother who covets her crown. A starving kingdom that would rather see the monarchy burn.**There is only one heir to the throne. On Princess Ophelia’s sixteenth birthday, she expects to step into her destined role. But when this devout successor’s supernatural ability falls flat, the kingdom’s steward usurps the prestigious role. Desperate for answers, Ophelia flees the palace walls. But when a bounty is placed on the virtuous teen’s head, her survival depends on trusting companions who won’t betray her. Will the upstanding juvenile fall victim to other’s greed, or can she discover their deceptive traps in time to survive? Broken Crowns is the first novel in M. J. Kaestli’s enchanting young adult dystopian trilogy. If you enjoy futuristic societies, corrupt kingdoms, and royal scandals, then you’ll devour this Snow White retelling. Grab your copy and prepare for treachery at every turn!