The Frozen Crown
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Publisher Description
""Propulsive and intricate, Greta Kelly has constructed a world of twisting politics and thrilling magic following a heroine who is both clever and uncompromising, but ultimately, has heart. A stellar read that I thoroughly enjoyed."" -- Emily Duncan, New York Times bestselling author of Wicked Saints
A princess with a powerful and dangerous secret must find a way to save her country from ruthless invaders in this exciting debut fantasy, the first novel in a thrilling duology packed with heroism, treachery, magic, and war.
Askia became heir to the Frozen Crown of Seravesh because of her devotion to her people. But her realm is facing a threat she cannot defeat by sheer will alone. The mad emperor of the Roven Empire has unleashed a horde of invading soldiers to enslave her lands. For months, her warriors have waged a valiant, stealth battle, yet they cannot stop the enemy’s advancement. Running out of time, she sets sail for sun-drenched Vishir, the neighboring land to the south, to seek help from its ruler, Emperor Armaan.
A young woman raised in army camps, Askia is ill-equipped to navigate Vishir’s labyrinthine political games. Her every move sinks her deeper into court intrigues which bewilder and repel her, leaving her vulnerable not only to enemies gathering at Vishir's gates, but to those behind the palace walls.
And in this glittering court, where secrets are worth more than gold, Askia fears that one false step will expose her true nature. For Askia is a witch gifted with magical abilities—knowledge that could destroy not only her life but her people. As her adversaries draw closer, Askia is forced to make an impossible choice—and no matter what she decides, it may not be enough to prevent Seravesh’s fall.
APPLE BOOKS REVIEW
Greta Kelly’s thrilling fantasy debut blends the excitement of deep political intrigue with the beauty of a spellbinding magical world. A warrior princess and the rightful heir to the frozen crown of Seravesh, Askia is leading the losing side of a brutal war. Her hopes lie in the neighboring kingdom of Vishir, where she might be able to replenish her army and maybe even turn the tide of the battle against the villainous Emperor Radovan. We were totally on edge as Askia tries to wrangle the trust of Vishir’s ruler and his son—all while keeping her magical powers a carefully guarded secret. Because these abilities are still new to her, we got to learn about Askia’s powers and their place in her gorgeously imagined world right along with her, and narrator Imani Jade Powers helped us see it all through our heroine’s eyes. Askia’s bid to gain the upper hand in the war is epic, and the results will have you reaching for the sequel.