Burning Glass
Burning Glass by Kathryn Purdie, published by HarperCollins on March 1, 2016, is a young adult fantasy novel that spans 512 pages. The story follows Sonya, an Auraseer with a unique ability to sense and absorb the emotions of those around her, as she navigates the treacherous landscape of court intrigue and betrayal. Tasked with protecting the emperor, Sonya grapples with her powers while facing the aftermath of a tragic event that thrusts her into a position of responsibility.
Readers will find a narrative steeped in themes of romance, magic, and redemption as Sonya confronts her role in a brewing rebellion. The tension between her loyalty to the emperor and her connection to his enigmatic brother adds depth to her journey. As she struggles to control her abilities, Sonya becomes pivotal in determining the fate of the empire, making choices that could either save or endanger it. This edition offers a captivating exploration of power dynamics and personal sacrifice within a richly imagined world.
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Red Queen meets Shadow and Bone in this #1 New York Times bestselling debut about a girl forced to use her gift for sensing—and absorbing—other people’s feelings to protect the empire from assassins.
Steeped in intrigue and betrayal, Burning Glass captivates with heartrending romance, dangerous magic, and one girl’s quest for redemption.
In Riaznin, it’s considered an honor for Auraseers like Sonya—girls with a rare form of synesthesia—to serve as the emperor’s personal protector, constantly scanning for feelings of malice and bloodlust in the court. But Sonya would rather be free.
After the queen’s murder and a tragic accident, Sonya is hauled off to the palace to guard a charming yet volatile new ruler. But Sonya’s power is reckless and hard to control. She’s often carried away by the intense passion of others.
And when a growing rebellion forces Sonya to side with either the emperor who trusts her or his mysterious brother, the crown prince, Sonya realizes she may be the key to saving the empire—or its greatest threat.
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