The Iron Flower by Laurie Forest

Elloren Gardner thought she had escaped the shadow of her family’s dark legacy. But as the world around her descends into tyranny and bloodshed, she discovers that neutrality is no longer an option. The Iron Flower blooms in defiance—an uprising led by those willing to sacrifice everything for justice. Caught between love, loyalty, and a destiny she never wanted, Elloren must decide if she will rise as the weapon her enemies fear or the hope her people need. Laurie Forest weaves a fiercely emotional tale of courage, rebellion, and forbidden magic.