Ember
by Anna Holmes
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Pub Date 5 Jun 2017 | Archive Date 28 Sep 2018
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Description
After the treaty is signed, the real fight for the soul of their nation begins. This time, they fight together. The war is over. The island of Elyssia has been freed from the clutches of the Rosalian Legion, power restored to the island's monarchy.
However, after leading the Resurgence from the front, Princess Caelin now finds herself sitting and waiting more often than not. When magical prodigy Alain Flynn breaks into her palace to kidnap her, she hears of a secret slave camp—and, after thwarting the attempt, she forms a plan.
Under the guise of a successful kidnapping, she will investigate the camp, expose the secrets, and take control of the fate of her kingdom. For fans of The Winner's Trilogy and the Throne of Glass series.
Advance Praise
“Such a fun YA book! It hits all the points needed for good YA fantasy: fun characters, thought provoking political action, a mystical world, and impulsive decisions made in the heat of the moment that reap really interesting results and kick of fantastical plots” (Carolyn Stephenson, Amazon)
“I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys fantasy and adventure novels. The protagonist is a warrior princess who doesn't need rescuing, and the characters are both believable and likeable. The use of humor and suspense really makes it hard to put down. This is one of those books that sticks with you long after you finish it. I can't wait to read the sequel!” (AV, Amazon)
Available Editions
| ISBN | 9780692902561 |
| PRICE | US$2.99 (USD) |
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Featured Reviews
Sara C, Bookseller
This was a very enjoyable fantasy book that finally talks about the consequences of war in a fantasy setting!
So many books tend to gloss over the after effects of a war and its incredibly interesting and refreshing to see this story explore that.
The main characters were great and relatable and the secondary characters were just as interesting and added levity to many a situation,
Overall i was a fan of this book and would love to read more from this author.
Reviewer 510802
Ember is a great ya fantasy book! It’s full of action, interesting conversations, and unexpected events. I really liked the beginning of this book. Caelin is different from other main characters, she is looking for an adventure, and she is brave. I also liked the chemistry between Caelin and Alain.
Teresa M, Reviewer
Thank you to NetGalley, BooksGoSocial, Elyssia Books, and Anna Holmes for the opportunity to read Ember in exchange for an honest review.
This fantasy has it all: prospective coronations, plots against the crown, rebellion, magic, romance; what more can a seeker of a great young adult fantasy series ask for?
Ember is the first novel of the Elyssia Quartet. It follows the shifting first-person perspectives of Caelin and Alain. Caelin is the crown princess of the Rosalian Empire, though her advisor does not yet think she is ready. She might just agree.
In his own plotting, Alain plans to kidnap princess Caelin. Perfect timing for her to get away from her advisors and see the world, acting for the better of her people from outside the palace. Alain is confused by the ease of her kidnapping, only to find she has turned his plan against him.
In an enemies to friends to lovers tale, the two venture together, along with other close companions, to save the people of the country, stop an uprising against the crown, and forsake a marriage that was never wanted.
The novel has a fairly traditional fantasy plot, though the dynamic between character interactions is well-written and the world of Elyssia is one for fantasy lovers to immerse themselves in. An excellent start to a series for young adult readers and lovers of a tried-and-true fantasy adventure.
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