Impyrium

In Henry Neff’s new middle grade fantasy series, Impyrium, the Faeregine dynasty has ruled for over three thousand years, but their magic is fading. Princess Hazel, the youngest member of the royal family, is pushed by her grandmother, the Empress, to study and exploit her magical talents to maintain their rule. Hob, a commoner from the outer realms, is sent to the palace to serve—and spy on—the royal family. An unlikely friendship forms between Hazel and Hob, which sets them on a path that could save or end the realm of Impyrium.