Smaragdové srdce – DeStefano Lauren (2019)

Willhelmina, the only daughter of the ruling king of Arrod, the richest kingdom in the world, grows up in secrecy. The king, who longs to conquer the entire world, hides her away so he can use her for his secret plans. However, Will longs to explore the lands beyond her power-obsessed father's domain. The king refuses to let her go anywhere. Thus, Will secretly embarks only on dangerous excursions into the city. During one such expedition, she is attacked, and while defending herself, she discovers her unique ability. At first, she is horrified, but then she begins to test how powerful her newly acquired strength is. Her experiments ultimately lead to a tragedy for which her father punishes her with exile. Will leaves to find the truth about herself and a cure that would rid her of her cursed powers. However, the world gradually finds itself on the brink of war, which could have devastating consequences. Will she help her royal father and the land that has turned its back on her, or will she betray her family? The fantasy novel Emerald Heart deals with love, loss, and destructive power. All of this is spiced with dangerous adventure, the search for truth, and complicated relationships among the main characters.