The Defiant Heir
The Defiant Heir by Melissa Caruso, published by Orbit on April 24, 2018, is a captivating addition to the fantasy genre, spanning 560 pages. This installment follows Lady Amalia Cornaro and her bound fire warlock, Zaira, as they navigate the treacherous political landscape to prevent an impending war. With the Witch Lords of Vaskandar gathering to decide their course of action, Amalia understands that this Conclave may be her last opportunity to avert disaster for her homeland, Raverra.
Readers will find a rich narrative filled with themes of diplomacy and espionage as Amalia and Zaira employ their intelligence and resourcefulness to influence the Witch Lords. The story unfolds with a blend of action and adventure, showcasing the characters’ determination to confront the looming threat of conflict. This edition continues the spellbinding journey initiated in the first book of the series, offering fans of epic fantasy a chance to delve deeper into a world where every decision could lead to swords and fire.
Official synopsis Publisher
A spellbinding fantasy trilogy for fans of The Queen of the Tearlingand The Red Queen, where the political scion Amalia and her bound fire warlock Zaira undertake diplomacy and espionage to prevent a war.
Across the border, the Witch Lords of Vaskandar are preparing for war. But before an invasion can begin, the seventeen Witch Lords must convene at a rare gathering to decide a course of action. Lady Amalia Cornaro knows that this Conclave might be her only chance to smother the growing flames of war, and she is prepared to make any sacrifice if it means saving Raverra from destruction.
Amalia and her bound fire warlock, Zaira, must go behind enemy lines, using every ounce of wit and cunning they have, to sway Vaskandar from war.
If they fail, it will all come down to swords and fire.
“Charming, intelligent, fast-moving, beautifully atmospheric. I couldn’t put it down.” – Genevieve Cogman, author of The Invisible Library
“The best kind of fantasy.” – Rosalyn Eves, author of Blood Rose Rebellion
The Defiant Heir is the second novel in a spellbinding new fantasy series.
Swords and FireThe Tethered MageThe Defiant Heir
Author
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “The Defiant Heir” about?
Who is the author of “The Defiant Heir”?
When was “The Defiant Heir” published?
What is the ISBN for “The Defiant Heir”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
