A Clash of Three Courts by Chloe C. Penaranda

A Clash of Three Courts is told from multiple perspectives, with a primary focus on Tauria and Nik.

The story begins with Nik reflecting on his past with Tauria, reminding us that he knows she is his mate. However, he let her go over a century ago. Despite this, Nik and Tauria reconnect and share a passionate moment. Nik promises her many things, but she is forced to leave, thanks to Prince Tarly, who caused turmoil in Nik's life in the previous book.

Tauria embarks on a journey with Prince Tarly, aiming to forge an alliance with his kingdom through a potential marriage. Her true goal is to reclaim her fallen kingdom, and she needs help to achieve this.

Meanwhile, Nik struggles with life as the new king of High Farrow after his father’s death. Court life proves stifling, and he finds himself missing Tauria more than he expected.

By the middle of the book, both Nik and Tauria are engaged to others. However, they reunite, and during a tense court meeting, Nik reveals to everyone that Tauria is his mate. The revelation forces them to break their bond; it was a hearbreaking moment. But the next chapter takes us back to a few nights before, where Nik confides in Tauria privately, and they complete their mating bond.

As the story nears its end, dark fae infiltrate, and Tauria is taken prisoner and tortured. Nik eventually comes to her rescue, bringing her back home.