Being sixteen is hard enough without…
…being trans.
Because everyone knows that all magi are men, but Alasair has the gift of magic despite being born with a female body, making him the exception that proves the rule. But not everyone sees it that way.
…unrequited love.
Because Wren is his best friend, but Alasair wishes they could be more.
…the gods breaking the world.
Because Alasair is definitely not ready for that.
(Featuring a historical figure mentioned in multiple Shifting Isles novels.)