Reyes Cruz Calderón fought his way to the throne of Tenebral, overthrowing a tyrant and claiming a kingdom that was never meant to be his. But winning a crown is only the beginning. With enemies gathering beyond his borders and unrest threatening everything he's built, he needs more than a throne to secure his reign.

He needs a queen.

Aireya never intended to become part of his plans. She came to Tenebral to protect her cousin and fulfill a promise made to a dying woman—not to find herself caught in the orbit of the bastard prince whose very presence commands a room. Fiercely intelligent and unwilling to surrender her future, she refuses to become another prize won by conquest.

Unfortunately for her, Reyes has never been a man who walks away from what he believes belongs at his side.

What begins as a political necessity soon becomes something far more dangerous. As ancient magic stirs, rival kingdoms circle, and the lines between duty and desire begin to blur, both king and captive must decide what they're willing to sacrifice—for a crown, for a kingdom...and for each other.

Filled with simmering tension, razor-sharp banter, political intrigue, shadow magic, and an unforgettable slow-burn romance, The Bastard Prince is perfect for readers who love:

A Collector's Edition Worthy of a King

For the very first time, The Bastard Prince is being brought to life in an exclusive collector's edition created only for this BackerKit campaign. Featuring premium foil detailing, sprayed edges, luxury interior formatting, exclusive chapter artwork, vellum overlays, full-color endpapers, hand-signed copies, and individually numbered Certificates of Authenticity, every detail of this campaign-exclusive edition has been thoughtfully designed to honor the world of Ixcana and the story within its pages.

Every detail of this campaign-exclusive collector's edition has been thoughtfully crafted to create an unforgettable reading experience.

The special edition foiled hardcover was designed by @hannahsternjakob, while the exclusive dust jacket artwork was created by @rhe44. Completing the edition are custom sprayed edges and full-color endpapers designed by @baddiesbookbox bringing the world of Ixcana to life from cover to cover.

You'll also discover exclusive bonus artwork throughout the campaign by the incredibly talented @hayaindesigns and @artt.yana, adding even more beauty and immersion to the world of The Bastard Prince.

Together, these artists have helped create a campaign-exclusive edition worthy of the Kingdom of Tenebral.

That's it! You're officially part of the Kingdom of Tenebral.

When will I be charged?

Your payment method will be authorized when you place your pledge, but you won't actually be charged until the campaign ends successfully.

Can I add more items later?

Absolutely! You'll have access to the BackerKit Pledge Manager after the campaign ends, where you'll be able to:

So if you're still deciding on that collector's hardcover or can't choose between a few add-ons, don't worry—you'll have another opportunity before everything ships.

We've also included a quick walkthrough video below that shows exactly how to place your pledge. If you have any questions at all, leave a comment or send us a message. We're always happy to help!

Thank you so much for supporting The Bastard Prince.

We did it! The Bastard Prince has officially surpassed $10,000 in funding, which means our fourth stretch goal is UNLOCKED!

As a thank you, every backer pledged to a physical goods tier will receive an exclusive Los Sombras enamel pin with their order.

The pin bears the symbol of Los Sombras—Tenebral's Shadows, the kingdom's elite army and the deadly force that stands behind Reyes and his crown.

This one feels especially fun because you're not just getting another piece of swag—you're officially being inducted into the shadows.

Next Stop: $25,000

And this next stretch goal is a BIG one.

If we reach $25,000 in funding, every single backer will unlock it—digital AND physical tiers.

I'm keeping the details a secret for just a little longer, but trust me, this is one you're going to want.

Thank you so much for continuing to pledge, share the campaign, and tell your fellow romantasy readers about The Bastard Prince. You've already blown my expectations out of the water, and I can't wait to see how far we can take this.

We did it...again!

Thanks to your incredible support, we've officially surpassed $5,000, unlocking Stretch Goal #3!

As a thank you for helping make this campaign such an amazing success, every single backer—including our digital backers—will receive a set of exclusive foiled character cards featuring Reyes and Aireya.

These collector cards are being created exclusively for this campaign, and I can't wait to share the final designs with all of you.

I honestly can't thank you enough. When I launched The Bastard Prince, I had no idea what to expect, and you've already exceeded every expectation I had for this campaign. Seeing so many of you excited about Reyes, Aireya, and the world of Ixcana has meant more to me than I can put into words.

But...we're not done yet.

I've got another really fun collector's item waiting to be unlocked at $10,000.

As always, if you're enjoying the campaign, sharing it with your friends, book clubs, and fellow fantasy romance readers is one of the best ways you can help us unlock even more surprises.

Thank you for believing in this story and helping bring the Kingdom of Tenebral to life.

You all are incredible!

Thanks to your amazing support, we've officially unlocked our second stretch goal, which means every eligible collector's edition will now receive a built-in ribbon bookmark!

We recently revealed that we'd be upgrading the books with reversible dust jackets, and now we're making them even more special with this beautiful collector feature. Every milestone we hit means an even more gorgeous edition of The Bastard Prince for everyone.

But we're not stopping there...

Next Stretch Goal: $5,000

This next one is a big one.

If we reach $5,000, we'll unlock a special surprise swag item for qualifying backers. I'm keeping this one under wraps for just a little longer, but trust me—you won't want to miss it.

The fastest way to get there? Share the campaign!

Every post, every story, every recommendation to a fellow fantasy romance reader helps us bring more people into the Kingdom of Tenebral—and brings us one step closer to unlocking even more goodies for everyone.

Thank you for believing in this story and helping make this campaign such an incredible success. I can't wait to see what we unlock next!
xoxo

We hit our first $1000 which means we've unlocked reversible dust jackets! I am absolutely obsessed with the stained glass design for the inside jacket and am so happy we get to see it come to life!

The illustration previously shown for the reversible dust jacket has been removed and the final design is subject to change. 

Back the campaign in the first 48hrs and receive a custom 3inch die cut sticker of Reyes & Aireya illustrated by @artbysoniagx and a foiled bookplate by Daniela Romero

We estimate shipping based on the size and weight of each reward and current carrier rates. Because shipping costs can change over time, final shipping rates may differ slightly from our current estimates. If adjustments become necessary, we'll communicate them well in advance before any shipping charges are collected.

Destination Estimated Shipping
United States | $8.99–$14.99 USD
Canada | $18.99–$24.99 USD
International | $22.99–$39.99 USD

Shipping estimates apply to most reward tiers. Larger orders or additional add-ons may increase shipping costs.

Taxes, Duties & Customs: Daniela Romero is not collecting VAT, import duties, customs fees, or other taxes associated with international shipments.

International backers are responsible for any applicable VAT, customs duties, import taxes, or brokerage fees required by their country upon delivery.

Digital Rewards: Digital rewards, including eBooks, will not incur shipping charges.

If your pledge includes both digital rewards and physical items, shipping will only apply to the physical portion of your order. Pledges containing only paper goods or smaller add-ons will generally incur lower shipping costs than book-only or larger collector bundles.

**While this is my first BackerKit campaign as an author, my team at Baddies Book Box has years of experience producing and shipping premium collector editions to readers around the world. We're committed to keeping you informed throughout the process and delivering a collector edition you'll be proud to add to your shelves.