"The False Prince" is a young adult fantasy novel by Jennifer A. Nielsen. It follows the story of Sage, a clever and resourceful orphan living in the kingdom of Avenia. When a nobleman named Conner devises a plan to place a false prince on the throne, Sage is reluctantly drawn into a dangerous game of deception and intrigue. As Sage navigates the challenges of royal life, he must outsmart both Conner and other competitors while uncovering secrets about his own past. The novel explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the struggle for power in a richly imagined world.