Stunning hardcover edition includes a two-page map and family tree. How far will they go to defend their power - and can they build an uprising of their own? West intertwines homages to Snow White and Bluebeard with her imaginative magical setting for a breathtaking follow-up to Realm of Ruins. Facing enemies on all sides, Glisette and Kadri must reckon with the role of magic. Rot spreads through the Forest of the West Fringe. Meanwhile a dangerous uprising led by elicromancer-hating rebels gains momentum. Driven by vanity, she vows to become the most powerful and beautiful ruler in the world, even if it means oppressing the mortal kingdom she is meant to protect. But there's a fourth queen in charge: Ambrosine, banished overseas to Perispos. New leaders Glisette and Kadri hope to usher the neighboring kingdoms into an era of healing and prosperity. An uneasy peace reigns now that Valory has vanquished the Moth King and settled into her rightful place as queen of Calgoran. Return to Nissera, land of three kingdoms and home to spectacular magic. Elicromancers are an ancient breed of immortal people, but only two remain in Nissera after a bloody civil war. And amidst her magical discovery, an evil is awaken and. Valory Braiosa has greatness in her bones, but it is unknown to her. You do not have to read the first book, Kingdom of Fire and Briars, to begin this book, as this book takes place a century after Kingdom of Fire and Briars.

Bristal, a 16-year-old kitchen maid, finds herself in a gritty fairy-tale gone wrong when she discovers she has elicromancer magic in her blood. Realm of Ruins is the second in The Nissera Chronicles series. When the world of magic is under threat, is loyalty worth their lives? Wickedness awaits in this exhilarating installment in the acclaimed Nissera Chronicles. Welcome to Nissera, land of three kingdoms and home to spectacular magic.

Two queens confront the ultimate choice as a rebellion emerges against a dangerous despot - and both sides want them dead.

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