He knows her as Lily, but when Rhys meets Princess Lylin again at the palace, she's not the one he came to see.
Drenched and injured, having lost her escort and her horse, Princess Lylin takes shelter in the stables of Lord Rhys Fallon. Terrified of putting herself in more danger, she lies about her name, calling herself Lily as she reluctantly accepts his help and hospitality.
When they fall into an easy friendship, she wonders if her secrecy was too hasty. However, their peaceful days of getting to know one another are shattered when Rhys's hostile brother appears and Lylin discovers she's not the only one who's been keeping secrets.
Leaving only a vague note behind, Lylin leaves, resigned never to see Lord Fallon again. So when Rhys shows up at the palace at the king's invitation, she's shocked to see him-and even more surprised that he's not there for her. They've both been less than honest and must navigate their new circumstances, try to forgive each other, and accept that the bond they shared can never become anything more.
But ignoring their feelings proves futile, and if they are ever to have a chance at a future they both want, Lylin will need to be brave enough to take her own future in her hands and hope that Rhys is willing to make the same sacrifices.
"You don't know who I am," I whispered. He didn't move-either away from me, or closer-and after an interminable moment, I stepped back and hurried out of the house. He didn't follow me as I fled into the night.
Missing Lily is part of the Dalthia series but can be read as a stand alone. Filled with sweet, swoon-worthy romance and a brooding hero any woman could fall for, this story of a princess hiding her identity and trying to keep her wits about her as her world collides with the unknown will keep you turning pages. This is a novel about choosing between family loyalty and the desires of the heart. With unexpected action and adventure, this book with tug at your heart strings and make you fall in love with this sweet, clean romance.
Annette K. Larsen's books have characters that feel real, romance that doesn't rush, witty dialogue the feels natural, and a guaranteed happily ever after. Whether she's writing a romantic suspense thriller, a new adult college drama, or a historical fantasy series, she aims to leave her readers with a sigh of contentment and a renewed hope in love.
Teens, tweens, young adults and women alike will love this historical fantasy series about a royal family and their adventures in finding love.