Maxon Schreave The one and only.

Born into a life of Wealth and Power as the eldest child of King Clarkson and Queen Amberley, Maxon has always known he was destined for a future not of his choosing. From his "job" to his marriage, it's all been decided for him by him simply existing.

While he won't become King until his father either retires or dies, he is faced with the prospects of marriage soon. The Selection, a tradition as old as Illea itself, is upon Maxon now that he's 19 years of age. 35 girls, one from each province, will arrive at the castle for him to choose from over the course of the next several months. And he must choose one that will benefit the country, and please his father, or the consequences will be steep.

The way these 35 girls is chosen is through a random draw. Girls from every province, from any of the castes, who are of age may enter. The applications are then pooled by province and one is drawn.

The applications have just been sent out. Eligible girls have 2 weeks to fill out and send back their applications before the 35 are chosen.

This is how you have come to find the application envelope on your kitchen table.