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ISBN: 9780063023048

Serie: Gargoyle Queen

Inhalt: " Bestselling author Jennifer Estep returns to her Crown of Shards world with an all-new trilogy and a bold new heroine who protects her kingdom from magic, murder, and mayhem by moonlighting as a spy. Gemma Ripley has a reputation for being a pampered princess who is more interested in pretty gowns, sparkling jewelry, and other frivolous things than learning how to rule the kingdom of Andvari. But her carefully crafted persona is just an act to hide the fact that Gemma is a powerful mind magier8212 and a spy.Gemma is undercover, trying to figure out who is stealing large amounts of tearstone from one of the Ripley royal mines when she encounters Prince Leonidas Morricone of Morta8212 her mortal enemy. Gemma tries to steer clear of the handsome prince, but when she finds herself behind enemy lines, she reluctantly joins forces with Leo. Also coming to Gemma's aid is Grimley, her beloved gargoyle. Despite the fact that Andvari and Morta are old, bitter enemies, a dangerous attraction sparks between Gemma and Leo. Further complicating matters is Leo's murderous family, especially Queen Maeven Morricone, the mastermind behind the infamous Seven Spire massacre.The closer Gemma gets to the stolen tearstone, the more deadly plots she uncovers. Everyone is trying to capture the crown, but only one queen can sit on the throne ... "

Inhalt: Biographisches: " Jennifer Estep is a New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author who prowls the streets of her imagination in search of her next fantasy idea.Jennifer is the author of the Crown of Shards , Elemental Assassin , and other fantasy series. She has written more than 35 books, along with numerous novellas and stories.In her spare time, Jennifer enjoys hanging out with friends and family, doing yoga, and reading fantasy and romance books. She also watches way too much TV and loves all things related to superheroes. " Rezension(2): "Jeffe Kennedy, RITA® Award8211" Rezension(3): "Library Journal on Crush the King :Estep knows how to create strong and relatable fantasy female leads. Evie's rise into her power in deeds and magic is a fabulous, inspiring read. Solid writing, bold characters, and action-filled sequences create an exciting finish for this trilogy." Rezension(4): "Amanda Bouchet, USA Today bestselling author of the Kingmaker Chronicles series:Jennifer Estep's Crown of Shards series is a fantasy lover's thrill ride. Stunning magic, epic battles, masterful political plays, strong friendships, shocking twists, a touch of romance, and enemies to absolutely hate while others surprise you make this story unputdownable and one for the keeper shelf. Estep gives us a heroine to root for, whose bravery and cunning set her apart and whose compassion and loyalty will keep readers turning the pages to see what this remarkable leader will do next. Everleigh Blair isn't only a Winter Queen,she's an avalanche. " Rezension(5): "Ilona Andrews, #1 New York Times bestselling author:Kill the Queen is the definition of epic fantasy: exciting, original, and filled with characters who jump off the page. Jennifer Estep enters the arena and takes no prisoners. Long live the Winter Queen." Rezension(6): "Jeffe Kennedy, award-winning author of the Forgotten Empires, Heirs of Magic and Bonds of Magic romantic fantasy series:Hold onto your hearts, fantasy romance lovers! Because you're going to lose them to the deliciously smexy new bad boy prince in Capture the Crown. Jennifer Estep has outdone herself in penning my new favorite book of hers. Prince Leonidas is everything I could ask for8212" Rezension(7): "Culturess.com:Jennifer Estep's Kill the Queen is the fierce, feminist kick-off of a great new fantasy series... a sweeping, addictive adventure with a tiny hint of romance that will leave readers clamoring for more of this universe as soon as they reach the last page." Rezension(8): "#1 New York Times bestselling author Charlaine Harris:Pretty princess + dangerous spy, that's Gemma Ripley. She does both with equal panache. Tracking a missing batch of magical tearstone leads Gemma into the heart of a hostile kingdom, the presence of a mortal enemy, and heart-pounding danger. This is action at its finest." Rezension(9): "Julia London, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Princess Plan:Betrayal put Everleigh Blair on the throne and treachery threatens to take her off. But Queen Everleigh survives the dangerous and vindictive courtly world and emerges a true Winter Queen - this is a gripping tale of one woman's survival and triumph." Rezension(10): "Booklist on Crush the King:Estep has crafted another winner...this addicting series remains a fun thrill a minute and is highly recommended." Rezension(11): "Amanda Bouchet, USA Today bestselling author of The Kingmaker Chronicles:Gemma Ripley is my favorite kind of heroine8212" Rezension(12): "Jeffe Kennedy, RITA® Award winning author of The Pages of the Mind:Kill the Queen rocked my world! With court intrigue, a cast of fantastic characters, epic political sweep, and a slow-burn romance to die for, this book had me rapt. I only regret I devoured it so fast. And that I didn't write it. More please! " Rezension(13): " Publisher's Weekly : March 22, 2021 Bestseller Estep returns to the world of gargoyles, mind magiers, and political intrigue first conjured in the Crown of Shards series with this romantic and exciting fantasy adventure, the first in her Gargoyle Queen trilogy. To most, Gemma Ripley seems like nothing more than the pampered princess of Andavari, obsessed with dresses, balls, and herself—but she also secretly works as a spy. While undercover as a tearstone miner at the border town of Blauberg, she discovers a smuggling ring and lands herself in mortal peril. But the real danger might come from her rescuer, the handsome and mysterious Morta prince, Leonidas Morricone. Whisked to the royal castle of Morta, Andavari’s rival kingdom, Gemma must figure out who she can trust while confronting her traumatic past and the magic she has suppressed. Some of the ensuing intrigue feels thin, and the characterization is often rather black-and-white: Andavari equals good, Morta equals bad. Despite the flaws, though, the gripping romp flies, like Grimley, Gemma’s beloved gargoyle, at a breakneck speed that will keep readers turning pages. Fans of Tamora Pierce who are ready for a little more gore should take note. Agent: Annalise Robey, Jane Rotrosen Agency. " Rezension(14): "Library Journal: May 1, 2021 Princess Gemma Ripley might someday be the ruler of Andvari, but for now she's focused on pretty dresses, parties, and all the amusements royalty brings. At least, that's what most people think of her. No one knows that Gemma has honed her skills as a spy, protecting her European-inspired kingdom and hiding her powers as a mind magier. When she learns that tearstone--a material of both military and magical importance--is disappearing from the royal mines, Gemma heads undercover to figure out what's happening. In the course of her investigation, Gemma crosses paths with Prince Leonidas Morricone of Morta, son of the infamous Queen Maeven, and finds herself having to ally with her sworn enemy. With her gargoyle Grimley close behind, Gemma's search for the stolen tearstone will uncover plots to steal the throne. Familiar characters and fast-paced action make this an exciting romantic fantasy. VERDICT Estep's new series takes readers back to the world she built in Crown of Shards, filled once again with exciting machinations and a slow burn of romance. --Kristi Chadwick, Massachusetts Lib. Syst., NorthamptonCopyright 2021 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission. 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