Shadow Study

Once, only her own life hung in the balance…

When Yelena was a poison taster, her life was simpler. She survived to become a vital part of the balance of power between rival countries Ixia and Sitia.

Now she uses her magic to keep the peace in both lands—and protect her relationship with Valek.

Suddenly, though, dissent is rising. And Valek’s job—and his life—are in danger.

As Yelena tries to uncover her enemies, she faces a new challenge: her magic is blocked.And now she must find a way to keep not only herself but all that she holds dear alive.

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'SWOON!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Perfect for fans of:

🔮 High fantasy

⚔️ Assassins

✨ Magic

🖤 Enemies-to-lovers

🔥 Slow burn romance

If you love books by Sarah J. Maas, Cassandra Clare and Rebecca Yarros, you'll love The Chronicles of Ixia series 🔮

Don't miss the rest of The Chronicles of Ixia series:

☠️ Poison Study – Book 1

🔮 Magic Study – Book 2

🔥 Fire Study – Book 3

☁️ Shadow Study – Book 4

🌙 Night Study – Book 5

🌤️ Dawn Study – Book 6

About the author

Maria V. Snyder was bored at work and needed a creative outlet, so she started writing stories. Over twenty-two novels and numerous short stories later, Maria’s learned a thing or three about writing. She’s been on the New York Times bestseller list, won a dozen awards, and earned her Masters of Arts degree in Writing from Seton Hill University, where she is now a faculty member for their MFA program.

When she's not writing she's either playing the cello, playing pickleball, travelling, taking pictures or zonked out on the couch due to all of the above. Being a writer, though, is a tonne of fun. Where else can you take fencing lessons, study martial arts, learn how to pick a lock, take glass blowing classes and attend Astronomy Camp and call it all research? To learn more about Maria and her books, readers should visit her website at https://www.MariaVSnyder.com