The Queen of Blood

Winner of a 2017 ALA Alex Award and a Tor.com Best of 2016 pick, this epic fantasy is set in the magical world of Renthia, where every element has a spirit intent on ridding the land of humans. The only defense against these malevolent forces is the queen, who possesses the unique power to protect humanity. However, queens are still human, and danger is ever-present. Young women are chosen to train as heirs, and Daleina, a quiet academy student, seeks to address the wrongs in her land, fully aware of her limited claim to the throne. Meanwhile, Ven, a disgraced champion, has been secretly combating the rising spirit attacks during his exile. Together, they form an unlikely alliance to uncover the source of the spirits’ unrest. Their perilous journey will challenge their courage and trust, forcing them to confront both foes and allies in a race against time to save their world from impending destruction. The stakes are high, and the path is fraught with bloodshed as they strive to protect their home.