Queen of Embers
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Last published Mon, Jun 29, 2020
After barely surviving nine years of life in the Steppes, the dark criminal underworld of the capital, seventeen year old Safie Astaire has gained a reputation.
Umbra - the living shadow.
But now she has the opportunity to leave her life of blood, crime, and immorality behind.
Because Safie and her sisters have magic, a rare and coveted gift to be wielded by the kingdom.
Now they are of age they must travel to Odell Academy, to train their powers in the hopes of becoming warlocks - a status which would allow them to live out the rest of their days in esteem and comfort.
But when she arrives at Odell, Safie finds herself amongst bloodthirsty men and women fighting tooth and nail for the prestige of a high-ranking warlock, the worst of them being the crown Prince Tobiah Basilica.
And when her past comes back to haunt her, as the mysteries of the losses she has endured begin to unravel, will she become the heartless Umbra once more or allow passion and love to take the reins.
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Safie's story is one of romance, war, blood and magic - perfect for fans of Throne of Glass, Cruel Prince, Six of Crows, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and Red Queen.
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