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ROYAL GAMBIT

by turning into trees and stegosauruses and unusual modes of death involving energetically implanted brain cubes. The occasional borrowed tiara on her head, Alix moves through an environment where nothing is ever quite what it seems. The closer she comes to finding Edmund’s killer, the more Alix uncovers about the secrets surrounding her position within both the Checquy Group and the royal family."

Book Details

Publisher:Of
Published:2024-01-01
Pages:480
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:9780316568

Reading Info

Age Range:12-18

About This Book

This gripping fantasy novel plunges readers into a deadly world of court intrigue and magical tournaments, where a young commoner must master forbidden powers to survive. The story weaves political m...

Our Review

This gripping fantasy novel plunges readers into a deadly world of court intrigue and magical tournaments, where a young commoner must master forbidden powers to survive. The story weaves political machinations with high-stakes magical duels, creating a tense atmosphere where every alliance could be a trap and every victory comes at a terrible cost. Readers will be captivated by the intricate world-building and the protagonist's desperate struggle against a system designed to crush outsiders.

What sets this apart is its sophisticated exploration of class warfare disguised as royal pageantry, making the magical competition feel both epic and deeply personal. Teen readers who love complex characters and morally gray choices will find themselves completely immersed in the dangerous game of thrones. The novel delivers a satisfying blend of action and character development that will leave fans of political fantasy eager for more.

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