Crown Prince Harrald of Banderlo

This is how I picture Prince Harrald of the Venairald Cycle series.


He's straight-laced, bound by honor, and a bit too proper by far but he's also loyal, responsible, and committed. He has some tough decisions coming up in the third book after some details about his princess come to light. What  dilemma he faces! Do what his heart says or do what his duty says?

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