The Kristovas (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789370092617)

"Rudolf had only one goal when he sent his family to the capital under his aunt's care. It was to avoid the horrors of war that's happening outside the busiest region in Simetra. Though Juliet, his wife, together with their two daughters evaded the bombs and guns in the south, it's inevitable for them to meet the worst adversary in the main city, the public itself- its bitter tongue and judgmental eyes.

Madam Kristova, not fearing anything in the world, had been protective of her nephew's family, particularly her grandchildren. Thus, when Antonia encountered Elric Coldwell, nephew of her nemesis, the madam warned her to never engage with the boy. Elric too was scolded by his uncle. But fate was too cruel to both houses because the young spirits were curious of each other and the tale of how their guardians had the bad blood between them.

When the war ended, with Simetra emerging victorious, Juliet and Rudolf were reunited. The capital went back to its balls and gossips. Houses continued the pursuit to find wealthy and notable prospects for their marriageable children. However, the news about the arrival of a ship to employ people for an expedition did a huge impact. A few revolting hearts found themselves on the enormous boat only for it to blow up and negate the chance of being liberated from the capital's hideous control."