In The Cover of Darkness

<p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Murdering a city guard is a treasonous act punishable by death.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>And when Laurel Gunderson finds herself in that exact situation she knows a quick death would be a mercy. For if the King of Axtria learned of the existence of a halfling-elf there would be no telling what atrocity he might inflict upon her.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>One action one job throws Laurel's life into utter turmoil. The careful choices made throughout her life to remain a secret are at risk. There is only one option. Laurel and her closest confidant Cole choose to flee for their lives.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>But when the open road cannot offer Laurel and Cole the sanctuary they need they're presented with an offer neither of them knew existed. A proposal from Laurel's ex-lover.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>A resistance is growing gathering in the shadows across Axtria working to undo the laws laid down. The aim is to return Axtria to a place of liberty. Something Laurel has dreamed of all her life.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Taking a stand with those who oppose Eberlim Laurel and Cole face their greatest challenges yet. Protecting those who cannot defend themselves. Risking it all for a chance of freedom. With her life on the line can Laurel resist the man she's never stopped loving to continue living a life of fear and secrets or will her heart win out?</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Without risk there is no reward.</span></p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Without the resistance there is no future.</span></p>