Rulers and Usurpers is the first installment of The Andernya Project, an exciting book series that combines the best of fantasy novels, illustrated adventure books, and interactive stories. This experimental project is designed for adult readers who appreciate a captivating illustrated storybook experience. It takes the reader on a gripping dark fantasy spy adventure, complete with political intrigue, romance, secret societies, and meddling gods. With its stunning illustrations and engaging storytelling, TAP sets the stage for an epic adventure that will continue to unfold throughout the series.

"Love is the most powerful weapon of war."

As long as she can remember, Anne has been trained to be a spy: the perfect mistress and an elegant weapon. Her only goal in life was to ruin the dynasty that kept the nirassian in slavery for centuries.

"...but what if the princess she is supposed to assassinate becomes her only true sister?

...what if the prince, the brute she was supposed to hate, turns out to be her only true love?"

When she finally makes her first real choice in life and breaks free of her chains, she finds herself in the middle of a continent-wide conspiracy, and the powerplay of forces stronger than any royal dynasty.

"... but was their love true, or merely a cruel construct by the gods?

... was their love true, or was it her plan all along?"

Would you recognize the hero if you've only heard the story of the villain?

*Please note: This is an adult fantasy story with dark elements that may be triggering, including mentions of childhood trauma, mental struggles, and emotional manipulation.*