Powerless · Lauren Roberts

Abstract

In the kingdom of Ilya, power is everything. Decades after a deadly Plague bestowed elite supernatural abilities upon most of the population, those born without powers—the Ordinaries—are considered a threat to society and are ruthlessly hunted. Paedyn Gray is an Ordinary masquerading as a "Psychic" to survive the slums. Her life takes a dangerous turn when she unknowingly saves Prince Kai Azer, the kingdom's future Enforcer. This act of heroism lands her a spot in the Purging Trials, a brutal competition designed to showcase Elites' powers. Forced into the spotlight, Paedyn must outsmart deadly opponents and navigate a forbidden attraction to the Prince, all while keeping her true identity hidden to avoid immediate execution.