Briarheart
Briarheart by Mercedes Lackey, published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers on October 4, 2022, is a 368-page work of juvenile fiction that offers a fresh reinterpretation of the classic Sleeping Beauty tale. The story centers on Miriam, the daughter of Queen Alethia of Tirendell, who finds herself in a unique position as she navigates her identity and responsibilities. With the arrival of her baby sister Aurora, the heir to the throne, Miriam’s life takes a dramatic turn when an uninvited Dark Fae threatens to curse Aurora, revealing that Miriam possesses unexpected powers.
In this narrative, readers will explore themes of family, sibling bonds, and the challenges of growing up in a kingdom fraught with danger. As Miriam trains in magic and combat to protect her sister, she faces shadowy threats that test her abilities and resolve. This edition delves into elements of fantasy and magic, intertwining action and adventure with the complexities of familial love and duty. Briarheart presents a compelling journey of self-discovery and courage, set against a backdrop of legends and myths.
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From beloved fantasy author Mercedes Lackey comes a fresh and feminist reinterpretation of Sleeping Beauty.
Miriam may be the daughter of Queen Alethia of Tirendell, but she’s not a princess. She’s the child of Alethia and her previous husband, the King’s Champion, who died fighting for the king, and she has no ambitions to rule. When her new baby sister Aurora, heir to the throne, is born, she’s ecstatic. She adores the baby, who seems perfect in every way. But on the day of Aurora’s christening, an uninvited Dark Fae arrives, prepared to curse her, and Miriam discovers she possesses impossible power.
Soon, Miriam is charged with being trained in both magic and combat to act as chief protector to her sister. But shadowy threats are moving closer and closer to their kingdom, and Miriam’s dark power may not be enough to save everyone she loves, let alone herself.
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