Frostfire (The Kanin Chronicles)

Frostfire (The Kanin Chronicles) by Hocking, Amanda. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9781250066084.

Hidden deep in the heart of a snow-covered wilderness lies the secret kingdom of the Kanin―a magical realm as beautiful as it is treacherous…Bryn Aven has never fit into Kanin society. Her blond hair and blue eyes set her apart as an outsider―a half-blood unable to hold a respectable rank. But shes determined to prove herself as a loyal protector of the kingdom she loves. Her dream is to become a member of the Kings elite guard, and shes not going to let anything stand in her way…not even her growing feelings for her boss, Ridley Dresden. A relationship between them is strictly forbidden, but Bryn cant fight her attraction to him. And shes beginning to think he feels it too. Meanwhile, theres an attack on the kingdom―one that will test Bryns strength like never before. Finally, she has the chance to confront Konstantin Black, the traitor who tried to kill her father years ago. Its up to Bryn to put a stop to him before he strikes again. But is she willing to risk everything to protect a kingdom that doesnt accept her for who she really is? And when her mission brings her closer to Ridley, will she be able to deny her heart?