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The Queen of Blood by Sarah Beth Durst
The Queens of Renthia #1
Expected publication: September 20th 2016
An idealistic young student and a banished warrior become allies in a battle to save their realm in this first book of a mesmerizing epic fantasy series, filled with political intrigue, violent magic, malevolent spirits, and thrilling adventure
Everything has a spirit: the willow tree with leaves that kiss the pond, the stream that feeds the river, the wind that exhales fresh snow . . .
But the spirits that reside within this land want to rid it of all humans. One woman stands between these malevolent spirits and the end of humankind: the queen. She alone has the magical power to prevent the spirits from destroying every man, woman, and child. But queens are still just human, and no matter how strong or good, the threat of danger always looms.
With the position so precarious, young women are chosen to train as heirs. Daleina, a seemingly quiet academy student, is under no illusions as to her claim to the throne, but simply wants to right the wrongs that have befallen the land. Ven, a disgraced champion, has spent his exile secretly fighting against the growing number of spirit attacks. Joining forces, these daring partners embark on a treacherous quest to find the source of the spirits’ restlessness—a journey that will test their courage and trust, and force them to stand against both enemies and friends to save their land . . . before it’s bathed in blood.
Comment: I love the sound of this, and the cover is beautiful. So I really can't wait to read it.
An idealistic young student and a banished warrior become allies in a battle to save their realm in this first book of a mesmerizing epic fantasy series, filled with political intrigue, violent magic, malevolent spirits, and thrilling adventure
Everything has a spirit: the willow tree with leaves that kiss the pond, the stream that feeds the river, the wind that exhales fresh snow . . .
But the spirits that reside within this land want to rid it of all humans. One woman stands between these malevolent spirits and the end of humankind: the queen. She alone has the magical power to prevent the spirits from destroying every man, woman, and child. But queens are still just human, and no matter how strong or good, the threat of danger always looms.
With the position so precarious, young women are chosen to train as heirs. Daleina, a seemingly quiet academy student, is under no illusions as to her claim to the throne, but simply wants to right the wrongs that have befallen the land. Ven, a disgraced champion, has spent his exile secretly fighting against the growing number of spirit attacks. Joining forces, these daring partners embark on a treacherous quest to find the source of the spirits’ restlessness—a journey that will test their courage and trust, and force them to stand against both enemies and friends to save their land . . . before it’s bathed in blood.
Comment: I love the sound of this, and the cover is beautiful. So I really can't wait to read it.
Wow, this one sounds right up my alley! Adding it to my TBR list now! Thanks for the post!
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Oh, that's great. I hope you enjoy it. :)
RaderaI didn't know about this book! It sounds so good!
SvaraRaderaIt really does. I hope we both love it. :)
RaderaIt looks and sounds like a book I'd really enjoy, thanks for pointing it my way!
SvaraRaderaHere's my WoW :)
I hope you love it! :)
RaderaHope you enjoy this book!
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Thanks a lot! :)
RaderaYes, very excited for this! I just entered a giveaway on Goodreads for it as well. Great pick!
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I'm also excited. And I hope you win. :P
RaderaOh, sounds interesting. I'm gonna look this up. Thanks for coming by Bemused Bookworm.
SvaraRaderaAwesome. Thanks for stopping by. :)
RaderaThis sounds good. I hope you enjoy it. Great pick.
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