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by Wendy Higgins
hitting shelves March 8th, 2016
from HarperTeen
Kill the beast. Win the girl.
A strange beast stirs fear in the kingdom of Lochlanach, terrorizing towns with its brutality and hunger. In an act of desperation, a proclamation is sent to all of Eurona—kill the creature and win the ultimate prize: the daughter of King Lochson’s hand in marriage.
Princess Aerity understands her duty to the kingdom though it pains her to imagine marrying a stranger. It would be foolish to set her sights on any particular man in the great hunt, but when a brooding local hunter, Paxton Seabolt, catches her attention, there’s no denying the unspoken lure between them…or his mysterious resentment.
Paxton is not keen on marriage. Nor does he care much for spoiled royals and their arcane laws. He’s determined to keep his focus on the task at hand—ridding the kingdom of the beast and protecting his family—yet Princess Aerity continues to challenge his notions with her unpredictability and charm. But as past secrets collide with present desires, dire choices threaten everything Paxton holds dear.
Inspired by the Grimm Brothers’ tale, “The Singing Bone,” New York Times bestselling author Wendy Higgins delivers a dark fantasy filled with rugged hunters, romantic tension, outlawed magic, and a princess willing to risk all to save her people.
A strange beast stirs fear in the kingdom of Lochlanach, terrorizing towns with its brutality and hunger. In an act of desperation, a proclamation is sent to all of Eurona—kill the creature and win the ultimate prize: the daughter of King Lochson’s hand in marriage.
Princess Aerity understands her duty to the kingdom though it pains her to imagine marrying a stranger. It would be foolish to set her sights on any particular man in the great hunt, but when a brooding local hunter, Paxton Seabolt, catches her attention, there’s no denying the unspoken lure between them…or his mysterious resentment.
Paxton is not keen on marriage. Nor does he care much for spoiled royals and their arcane laws. He’s determined to keep his focus on the task at hand—ridding the kingdom of the beast and protecting his family—yet Princess Aerity continues to challenge his notions with her unpredictability and charm. But as past secrets collide with present desires, dire choices threaten everything Paxton holds dear.
Inspired by the Grimm Brothers’ tale, “The Singing Bone,” New York Times bestselling author Wendy Higgins delivers a dark fantasy filled with rugged hunters, romantic tension, outlawed magic, and a princess willing to risk all to save her people.
My thoughts: One of my favorite authors + high fantasy + stunning cover?? No brainer, right? Right. :)
I love the sound of this one and have enjoyed Higgins' books in the past, so I am definitely going to have to add this to my TBR list. Great pick, Becky!
ReplyDeleteYes. This one sounds amazing. Plus it's Wendy Higgins...great pick.
ReplyDeleteGrace @ Books of Love
I've not read anything by Wendy Higgins but I am really excited for this book. The cover is fabulous and it also sounds amazing. Who could say no to rugged hunters, romantic tension and magic, all in one?
ReplyDeleteI loved her The Sweet Trilogy and this one sounds just as good. Looking forward to it too. Great choice!
ReplyDeleteAlma @ A Novel Place
This one wasn't on my radar yet, but I freaking love Wendy Higgins! Can't wait to read it!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, this sounds amazing!! I actually haven't read anything by Wendy Higgins, but I'll take your word for it that she's a great author!
ReplyDeleteI am so excited for this one. This is my pick for next week. So many other bloggers picked this one too. Great pick!
ReplyDeleteAmber ❤ The Book Bratz
My WoW!
MY THOUGHTS EXACTLY BECKY!!!! I will read anything and everything Wendy Higgins writes:)
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