Finnikin reluctantly joins forces against the imposter who has ruled Lumatere for years with an enigmatic young novice who claims that her dark dreams will lead them to a surviving royal child and a way to regain the throne.
Lumatere Chronicles Series
This series plunges readers into the beleaguered land of Lumatere, ensnared by an ancient curse that isolates it from the world. Follow the intertwined destinies of characters who dare to challenge this magical confinement and restore their homeland's freedom. The narrative weaves together themes of forbidden love, duty, and sacrifice against a backdrop of political intrigue and potent magic. It's a compelling fantasy saga for those who love intricate world-building and high-stakes adventure.
Recommended Reading Order
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The second in Melina Marchetta's epic fantasy trilogy, set in a menacing kingdom and perfect for Game of Thrones fans.
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Quintana of Charyn
- 528 pages
- 19 hours of reading
"Vivid and wholly satisfying. . . . A stand-out fantasy series." — Booklist (starred review) Separated from the girl he loves and has sworn to protect, Froi and his companions travel through Charyn searching for Quintana and building an army that will secure her unborn child’s right to rule. While in the valley between two kingdoms, Quintana of Charyn and Isaboe of Lumatere come face-to-face in a showdown that will result in heartbreak for one and power for the other. The complex tangle of bloodlines, politics, and love introduced in Finnikin of the Rock and Froi of the Exiles coalesce into an engrossing climax in this conclusion to Printz Award winner Melina Marchetta’s epic fantasy trilogy.
