Four
stars
Book
Blurb:
“’She
loved me as I loved her, fierce as a bloodied blade.’
When
Lia, an idealistic queen, falls for Xania, her new spymaster--who took the job
to avenge her murdered father--they realise all isn't fair in love and treason.
Lia
won’t mourn her uncle: he's left her a bankrupt kingdom considered easy
pickings by its neighbours. She’s sworn to be a better ruler, but if she wants
to push through her reforms, she needs to beat the Court at its own games. For
years, Xania's been determined to uncover her father's murderer. She finally
gets a chance when Lia gives her a choice: become her new spymaster, or take a
one way trip to the executioner’s axe. It’s an easy decision.
When
they fall for each other, their love complicates Lia’s responsibilities and
Xania’s plans for vengeance. As they're drawn together amid royal suitors and
new diplomats, they uncover treason that could not only end Lia’s reign, but
ruin their weakened country. They must decide not only what to sacrifice for
duty, but also for each other.”
Review:
Royals. Court.
Political intrigue. Commonplace
same-sex relationships and marriages. Enough
murder and assassination attempts to warrant a spy network for each ruler.
‘Queen
of Coin and Whispers’ is well-written with complex, likable, and capable
characters. Even the secondary
characters are full of life. The kingdom’s
class hierarchy and traditions are detailed and clear to follow.
Twists
and turns keep us guessing at the identities of the Queen’s enemies and the intricate
secrets and backstabbing in attempt to destroy her reign.
Grab your copy on June 1, 2020!
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