This week's choice is -
The Queen Of Blood - Sarah Beth Durst
ISBN - 9780062413345
Publisher - Harper Voyager
Release date - September 20 2016
Find - Goodreads | Book Depository
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.
Every time Sarah Beth Durst releases a book I mean to read it, I add it to my wishlist and then never get round to it! This one though will be mine as soon as possible. The Queen Of Blood sounds fantastic, it has magic and I love the idea of everything having a spirit. Definitely one to look out for!
I love a lot of things about how this one looks. It's another one going on my TBR pile. Thanks!
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Ooo I always love a good fantasy! This one sounds delightful and fast-paced. Will be adding to my TBR :) Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThis has been on my list TBR for a while - I'm so excited for it to come out! I've never read Durst, so I'm hoping this is a good introduction. :)
ReplyDeleteSounds good. Thanks for sharing. Happy reading.
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I keep meaning to read a book by this author but for some reason, have yet to do so. I am really interested in this one so I will be not-so-patiently waiting on it as well.
ReplyDeleteI have this on my TBR to read as well! I've read some good reviews so far, so hopefully it will live up to that beautiful cover:-)
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