Every family has secrets. Hers are trying to kill her. A ruthless government. A hidden legacy. A war she never asked to fight. Kaija can't wait to dive into university and leave the wreckage of her past behind. But becoming an orphan and moving in with her weird rich uncle wasn't on the cards. Neither was discovering she's a mythical Mage-and something rarer that the unscrupulous ruling party would kill to possess. Now she's dredging up long-buried family secrets, chatting with drowned ghosts, and dodging elite assassins and a ruthless mercenary Mage. All while learning to control magic so she can rescue the sister she didn't know she had from the clutches of an oppressive political regime. If Kaija fails, she and her sister won't just lose their freedom, they'll lose their lives... or worse. And the nation will pay the price. Cursed Mage is the pulse-pounding first book in the Catenarian Chronicles. If you love chosen one dark paranormal fantasies packed with political intrigue, high-stakes action, and unforgettable characters, hang on for the ride of your life. Start reading today!