To Take An Enemy's Heart Series by Yusa

“Careful! Orders are no one is to tell him that he was sold to his enemy.”Kassan is believed to be the sole survivor of the Azkun clan, after Master Igen, a ruthless ruler, slaughters his family. Master Igen brings the young boy as a slave into his home, exploiting, beating and starving him. The only one who cares about him enough to risk the Master’s wrath is Lanour, a fellow slave... more“Careful! Orders are no one is to tell him that he was sold to his enemy.”Kassan is believed to be the sole survivor of the Azkun clan, after Master Igen, a ruthless ruler, slaughters his family. Master Igen brings the young boy as a slave into his home, exploiting, beating and starving him. The only one who cares about him enough to risk the Master’s wrath is Lanour, a fellow slave. Oblivious to the fact that Master Igen is the one who had the members of his clan killed, Kassan starts falling in love with him. To make things more complicated, his brother is alive, ready to take vengeance. less

Hakar rescues Kassan and reprimands him for the shame he brings upon their family, by being intimate with their most despised enemy.The gruesome details fo the clan's massacre are revealed and Kassan is urge to make an impossible choice. Our hero is torn between guilt and love.Nevertheless, to be able to defeat such a strong enemy, sacrifices must be made... moreHakar rescues Kassan and reprimands him for the shame he brings upon their family, by being intimate with their most despised enemy.The gruesome details fo the clan's massacre are revealed and Kassan is urge to make an impossible choice. Our hero is torn between guilt and love.Nevertheless, to be able to defeat such a strong enemy, sacrifices must be made.Will Kassan manage to fulfill his brother's wish to avenge their family?Is this the end of the love affair between Master Igen and his slave, or just the beginning of a grueling battle of wills. less

“What did you just drink? You idiot! Isn’t this Mesa poison?!”Igen receives unexpected visitors: king Asakin and Caesar, his helper. The guests try to interfere with the running of his household. Caesar discloses gruesome details about a member of Kassan’s family. Hakar is determined to execute his revenge and devises a plan to get rid of Igen once and for all. A sudden confession changes everything. As Igen decides to use and abuse him, Kassan drinks the poison he was hiding... more“What did you just drink? You idiot! Isn’t this Mesa poison?!”Igen receives unexpected visitors: king Asakin and Caesar, his helper. The guests try to interfere with the running of his household. Caesar discloses gruesome details about a member of Kassan’s family. Hakar is determined to execute his revenge and devises a plan to get rid of Igen once and for all. A sudden confession changes everything. As Igen decides to use and abuse him, Kassan drinks the poison he was hiding. What will happen to Kassan? Is Hakar’s plan destined to work? Will the king find out that his mortal enemy is closer than expected? less

“My life or the safety of your flesh and blood. Well, I guess you definitely made your choice.”To test Kassan’s loyalty, Igen plans a trip to the forest of Samagon, a spectacular but secluded place. Only the two of them are supposed to know the location. A spy overhears and discloses details about the trip to Hakar. Thus, Hakar manages to take a valuable prisoner and start negotiations. King Asakin loses his most trustworthy companion and is determined to get him back safely... more“My life or the safety of your flesh and blood. Well, I guess you definitely made your choice.”To test Kassan’s loyalty, Igen plans a trip to the forest of Samagon, a spectacular but secluded place. Only the two of them are supposed to know the location. A spy overhears and discloses details about the trip to Hakar. Thus, Hakar manages to take a valuable prisoner and start negotiations. King Asakin loses his most trustworthy companion and is determined to get him back safely. Meanwhile, Igen finds out that Kassan might have known about the assassination attempt. Will the prisoner be rescued? Will Igen forgive Kassan or has his patience been tested enough? less

Forsaken and miserable, Kassan agrees to assist Caesar, even though such a decision might be his downfall. King Asakin is summoned to the palace by his Queen Mother, whose ploy is to arrange a convenient marriage for him. Nonetheless, the King's plans are different, and he asks for Igen's help in political matters. Betrayed by someone he cared for, Kassan will likely face a cruel fate.

Igen is over the moon now that his love is out in the open. However, his happiness will not last long, as new enemies arrive at his residence. Their hidden agendas might have devastating consequences. Asakin is showing signs of finally becoming the king Caesar trained him to be. Still, this change leaves Caesar with the feeling that he might not be useful anymore.

Kassan becomes terribly ill and Igen discovers that Laone is guilty of poisoning him. In the meantime, the Queen Mother sends her fierce army, led by Hakar, to attack the Zakador estate. Igen has no choice but to get involved in the battle. Aided by spies, Hakar enters the residence and takes a valuable prisoner. Kassan must finally pick a side: the last surviving member of his family or the man he grew to love... moreKassan becomes terribly ill and Igen discovers that Laone is guilty of poisoning him. In the meantime, the Queen Mother sends her fierce army, led by Hakar, to attack the Zakador estate. Igen has no choice but to get involved in the battle. Aided by spies, Hakar enters the residence and takes a valuable prisoner. Kassan must finally pick a side: the last surviving member of his family or the man he grew to love. King Asakin faces dilemmas of his own, with his mother bent on him continuing their lineage and a forbidden budding romance on the way. less

The Queen Mother sends Lasil, her most trusted subject, to lead the army against the Zakador clan. Luckily, Lasil used to be under Igen’s command. Thus, she returns to her former Master with valuable information and a plan to defeat the Queen. Laone, the forsaken daughter of the Banan family, also presents an arrangement that might be convenient for the people at the Zakador estate... moreThe Queen Mother sends Lasil, her most trusted subject, to lead the army against the Zakador clan. Luckily, Lasil used to be under Igen’s command. Thus, she returns to her former Master with valuable information and a plan to defeat the Queen. Laone, the forsaken daughter of the Banan family, also presents an arrangement that might be convenient for the people at the Zakador estate. With the harsh winter arriving sooner than expected and the Queen Mother’s gargantuan army in proximity, Igen, Kassan and King Asakin will face grim challenges. less

The attack on the Zakador estate is bloody and merciless. Unfortunately, Kassan is gravely injured and is left fighting for his life. Master Igen doesn’t leave his lover’s side, helping him and hoping that he might recover soon. Hakar’s child is allowed to live at the estate. The child brings happiness and laughter to an otherwise gloomy house... moreThe attack on the Zakador estate is bloody and merciless. Unfortunately, Kassan is gravely injured and is left fighting for his life. Master Igen doesn’t leave his lover’s side, helping him and hoping that he might recover soon. Hakar’s child is allowed to live at the estate. The child brings happiness and laughter to an otherwise gloomy house. As the hard winter is over, King Asakin and Caesar make travel preparations, but going back to the palace might bring turmoil, as the Queen Mother is not ready to renounce her position without a fight. less