ThornThorn by Intisar Khanani follows Princess Alyrra, who has never enjoyed the security or power of her rank. Between her family's cruelty and the court's contempt, she has spent her life in the shadows. Forced to marry a powerful foreign prince, Alyrra embarks on a journey to meet her betrothed with little hope for a better future. But powerful men have powerful enemiesand now so does Alyrra. Betrayed during a magical attack, her identity is switched