In a land ruled by magic, can two elves break a dark curse and forge a new destiny together? Clairessa Bellehaven may be a princess, but she's also the loneliest elf in Wildeloch. She spends her days analyzing spell books, and her nights dreaming of someone to share her life. This seems unlikely, after her betrothed, Prince Rowe deserted her and her latest beau betrayed her trust. Surely just one night of passion with a handsome elf will do no harm ... that is, unless the Goddess finds out.Rowe Calder, elf clan prince, can no longer delay returning home if he is to save his family's livelihood. But once there, he finds himself under the spell of his lovely bondmate, Princess Clairessa-the woman destined to cause his death. He's a powerful elvish prince, surely he dares risk one tryst with her. But there is no hiding from the vindictive curse cast long ago. Rowe will have to fight for the safety of everyone he loves, including Clairessa. And Clairessa must use the most powerful spell of all to save her prince-love. Will it be enough when the dark elf comes to claim a soul?