Kingdom Defended: Book 3 of the Kingdom of Oilean Series
About
Connor won the crown. Now he has to keep it.
With the trials behind him and the darkness defeated, King Connor finally turns his eyes toward rebuilding Oilean—restoring its navy, rekindling its trade routes, and preparing for a future he can share openly with Daryn. Their wedding approaches, hope is rising, and for the first time since setting foot on the island, Connor can almost imagine peace.
But peace is the one thing his brother will not allow.
The Emperor of Monsmagnus never intended for Connor to rule Oilean—only to conquer it. By claiming the throne and declaring the island independent, Connor has committed the one act the empire cannot forgive. His brother calls it betrayal. Treason. And he promises retribution.
War is coming, and Oilean stands alone.
To survive, Connor and Daryn must forge alliances across seas and continents, racing to gather support before the imperial legions arrive. Daryn is sent abroad as Oilean’s first ambassador, navigating foreign courts, dangerous politics, and the ache of being separated from the man he loves. He knows the mission is vital—but he can’t shake the fear that Connor is pushing him away to keep him safe, shutting him out of the fight that will decide their future.
At home, Connor builds a fragile web of diplomacy and defense, all while facing the truth he’s tried to avoid: ruling a kingdom is far harder than winning one.
As enemies close in and loyalties are tested, Connor and Daryn must fight not only for Oilean’s freedom, but for the bond that has carried them this far. Love can strengthen a kingdom—or leave it exposed.
The empire is coming. And this time, the crown won’t be enough to save them.