This Wicked Fate

This Wicked Fate
Kalynn Bayron
RRP:
NZ$ 29.99
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NZ$ 23.99
Hardback
h210 x 140mm - 320pg
21 Jun 2022 US
International import eta 7-19 days
9781547609208
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' A delicious mix of intoxicating fantasy and coming of age, steeped in Greek mythology and peppered with references to the Jordan Peele films Get Out and Us' - Observer New ReviewBriseis' s mother is dead, but there is one chance to bring her back: find the last piece of the deadly Absyrtus Heart. If Bri is to locate the missing piece, she must turn to the blood relatives she' s never known, learn of their secret powers and take her place in their ancient lineage. But Bri is not the only one who wants the Heart, and her enemies will stop at nothing to fulfil their own ruthless plans. Strengthened by the sisterhood of ancient magic, can she harness her power to save the people she loves most? Kalynn Bayron, bestselling author of Cinderella is Dead and This Poison Heart, returns with the second and final book in this stunning, empowering and inclusive fantasy duology.
Mesmerizing and beautiful * Tracy Deonn, NYT bestselling author of Legendborn on THIS POISON HEART * This Poison Heart is a book to enjoy on the first read, notate in the rereads, and pump you up for what' s to come in its sequel. You should pick up this book! * blackgirlscreate. org * A delicious mix of intoxicating fantasy and coming of age, steeped in Greek mythology and peppered with references to the Jordan Peele films Get Out and Us * Observer New Review * Brings much-needed inclusivity and contemporary flavor to the teen fantasy genre * Kirkus Reviews * This Poison Heart masterfully weaves a unique story grounded in the depths of Greek mythology and Black girlhood * Booklist starred review * Ambitious, replacing the happily-ever-after with a tragic legacy and a defiant, feminist tone * Publisher' s Weekly Online * Kalynn Bayron does more than re-write a fairy-tale . . . She breaks it apart and rebuilds it into a wholly original and captivating story where girls finally decide for themselves who lives happily ever after * Brigid Kemmerer on CINDERELLA IS DEAD *
Kalynn Bayron is the bestselling author of Cinderella Is Dead and This Poison Heart, and is a classically trained vocalist. She grew up in Anchorage, Alaska. When she' s not writing, you can find her listening to Ella Fitzgerald on loop, attending the theatre, watching scary movies and spending time with her kids. She lives in Ithaca, New York, with her family. www. kalynnbayron. com@KalynnBayron

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