Ties of Magic by Caitlin Taylor

A prince with a perilous magic, ascending a cursed throne.
A hunt for the one person who might offer respite.
How much can a king sacrifice for his empire?

Since his ascension to the throne began, Akoni’s magic has been growing more and more volatile. With each day his control weakens. The only hope he ever had was Jeffrey, whose mere presence had an inexplicable way of helping him manage his magic.

But Jeffrey vanished, nowhere to be found.

Akoni’s men search for Jeffrey, while Akoni fights to counter the damage done by his father and the members of his court.
Every day he struggles against his magic, which grows more dangerous with each passing moment.

Can Akoni find a way to control his magic and save his empire? Or will the magic corrupt him as it has his father, dooming him and his people?