Have you ever stumbled upon a book, read it... and found yourself not only speechless, but your heart and soul so moved beyond words?
For me, this was one of those books:
About the Book
Asael is a kingdom in crisis.
Perhaps it is a coincidence that Anya arrived on Karan’s doorstep—without a past and with great skill in magic—the same night that Crown Prince Loran died, but Karan is not certain she believes in coincidence anymore.
Genre: Young Adult Fantasy
My Rating: 5 Stars +
My Thoughts
Somehow, I don't think there are enough words to describe this beautiful, soul-stirring story. A story of a kingdom in jeopardy with the sudden loss of its prince, the king dying, and the nobles moving to seize power. And in the midst of of a crisis of greed, darkness, and oppression, a young noblewoman name Kara and her brother Richard-- against their father's wishes-- choose kindness by welcoming a stranger into their home. A girl name Anya with a mysterious past... and a divine destiny. That one act of kindness will send Kara and her loved ones on an incredible journey that will not only change lives but set a course that will bring a new age for their kingdom forever.
This story is unique and beautiful, but not without glimmers of danger and heartache. And yet, there is always Light in unexpected places-- in the power of story, in friendship between a noble and a peasant, and in true sacrifice. And woven throughout, like threads in a tapestry, is one of the deepest themes: only Love can truly save a nation... and the world.
About the Author
Carolyn Clare Givens is a displaced Northerner exploring the foreign ways of the South. She works in communications at New City Church in North Carolina, handling much of the stuff that goes on screens or paper (or signs, or t-shirts, or pens, or mugs….). Carrie lives in Charlotte with her literary cat, Lord Peter Wimsey. She has previously bumped around the world, both as a missionary kid and adult. Carrie was part of the publishing process on more than 30 books before launching Bandersnatch. She’s the author of Rosefire, published by Bandersnatch Books in 2021, and The King’s Messenger, released as a new edition by Bandersnatch in 2022.
Author Website: carolyncgivens.com
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Book Publishing Company:
Bandersnatch Books - www.bandersnatchbooks.com
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