Forgotten Empires, Book 1
Synopsis: A PRISONER OF FATE
As Queen of the island kingdom of Calanthe, Euthalia will do anything to keep her people free—and her secrets safe—from the mad tyrant who rules the mainland. Guided by a magic ring of her father’s, Lia plays the political game with the cronies the emperor sends to her island. In her heart, she knows that it’s up to her to save herself from her fate as the emperor’s bride. But in her dreams, she sees a man, one with the power to build a better world—a man whose spirit is as strong, and whose passion is as fierce as her own…
A PRINCE AMONG MEN
Conrí, former Crown Prince of Oriel, has built an army to overthrow the emperor. But he needs the fabled Abiding Ring to succeed. The ring that Euthalia holds so dear to her heart. When the two banished rulers meet face to face, neither can deny the flames of rebellion that flicker in their eyes—nor the fires of desire that draw them together. But in this broken world of shattered kingdoms, can they ever really trust each other? Can their fiery alliance defeat the shadows of evil that threaten to engulf their hearts and souls?
Review: I always have a good time with Jeffe Kennedy’s novels, so I was curious to discover this new series!
Euthalia is Queen of her people, she tries to remain as free as possible. However, she is also under the yoke of the emperor to whom she is engaged. If she doesn’t see him, she knows that the day will come when she will simply no longer be able to refuse him. She hopes to find a way out, but she knows it will be in vain. Yet when the Slave King comes to her home, bringing danger to her doorstep, she knows she has no choice but to hand him over to the one she hates the most. But this Crown Prince also has great plans and they all concern the Queen. Will she accept his proposal?
I really had a good time with the story and the characters as I was saying. It is an intriguing universe that the author proposes to us and I must admit that I am curious to learn more, to know exactly how these people live. We discover secrets, plots, and we see some leads about which I am curious to discover the truth now.
I really liked Lia. She is a strong woman, much more capable than she lets on and it was nice to see that she would do anything to save her people. She has her head on her shoulders and this story may well set her free in a way.
Very curious to read on!
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*waves*
I meant to say something, but ack where did it go?!
Melliane
lol
Sophia Rose
I need to read more fantasy romances. Lia sounds like a great heroine.
Melliane
yes she is
Heidi
I am reading good things about this one. I hear it has an excellent villain. I am glad you loved it.I am going to have to add it to my pile.
Melliane
yes it’s a great one!
Carole Rae
OoooOoooo interesting start for a series with potential!
Melliane
right?
Carole @ Carole's Random Life in Books
I really need to try Jeffe Kennedy soon. Glad this one was good for you!
Mary Kirkland
Sure sounds like you enjoyed this one.
Mary Kirkland
It sounds like you really enjoyed this one.
Mogsy @ BiblioSanctum
I’m so happy you enjoyed this! I have this one for review, and I’m pretty excited to read it now 🙂
Melliane
I hope you’ll enjoy it as well
Joy // Joyousreads
This one is new to me, but that’s not surprising because I haven’t read any books by this author.
It sounds like a lot happened in the book.
I hope you’ll enjoy the rest of the series!
Melliane
she has some great books
Jenea's Book Obsession
This is a new one to me and I have to say, it sounds really good!
Fran's Corner
Glad you enjoyed it, Melliane!
Felicity Grace Terry
Loving the cover and liking what sounds like an interesting strong female protagonist.
Lindy@ A Bookish Escape
This is a new book to me! It sounds great!
Anne - Books of My Heart
I also like this author. It took me a bit to get into it but then I was hooked. Fabulous review!