Muse
Muse by Brittany Cavallaro, published by HarperCollins Publishers in 2021, is a captivating addition to the young adult fiction genre, blending elements of dystopian and fantasy narratives. Set in a reimagined American monarchy during the year 1893, the story follows Claire Emerson, whose inventor father believes his talents are linked to her touch, leading to a complex relationship marked by control and ambition. As tensions rise in the First American Kingdom, Claire grapples with her desire for freedom and the responsibilities of her role in a brewing revolution.
Readers will find a rich exploration of themes such as love, friendship, and the quest for power as Claire navigates her father’s expectations and the political landscape shaped by Governor Remy Duchamp. The narrative delves into the challenges faced by women in a patriarchal society, as Claire must decide whether to embrace her potential as a muse or take a stand against the forces that seek to define her. With 332 pages of intricate storytelling, Muse invites readers into a world where technology and magic intertwine, offering a thought-provoking journey through a historical fantasy landscape.
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American Royals meets The Winner’s Curse in the first book of a dazzling duology from New York Times bestselling author Brittany Cavallaro about revolution, love, and friendship in a reimagined American monarchy.
The year is 1893, and war is brewing in the First American Kingdom. But Claire Emerson has a bigger problem. Claire’s father is a sought-after inventor, but he believes his genius is a gift granted to him by his daughter’s touch, so he keeps Claire under his control.
As their province prepares for war, Claire plans to escape, even as her best friend, Beatrix, tries to convince her to stay and help with the growing resistance movement that wants to see a woman on the throne.
When her father’s weapon fails to fire on the World’s Fair’s opening day, Claire is taken captive by Governor Remy Duchamp, St. Cloud’s young, untried ruler. Remy believes that Claire’s touch bestows graces he’s never had, and with political rivals planning his demise, Claire might be his only ally.
The last thing that Claire has ever wanted is to be someone else’s muse, but she finally has a choice: Will she quietly remake her world from the shadows–or bring it down in flames?
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