Book details
Heirs of Bone and Sea (Dark Depths)
Description
Climb the tower. Kill the princess. Evhen, princess - no, queen - of Vodaeard, is on a revenge mission. After witnessing her parents' brutal murder by the king of Marama and the horror of his undead army, she's vowed to kill his daughter. It'll be poetic justice and also take away his supernatural edge in the war. But when she realizes the princess might be an ignorant pawn, she changes course and hides her royal identity - after all, she can't trust an enemy, no matter how beautiful she is. Stay alive. Break the curse. Princess Kalei of Marama is moon-blessed, allowing her to resurrect her kingdom's loyal subjects. But when she's attacked in her safe lighthouse by a fiery pirate, her worldview is shattered once she learns what her power is really being used for. Determined to prove her innocence and willingness to stop her father, she has no choice but to trust her would-be killer to safely deliver her to the Vodaeardean princess. But who can she trust in when it seems Captain Evhen
Age
13-17
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
288 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Immersive World-Building: Dive into a richly imagined world where the bone and sea intertwine, offering a unique setting that promises to captivate readers with its originality and depth.
- Complex Characters: Meet a cast of characters whose destinies are as intertwined as the elements they represent, each with their own secrets, motivations, and development that will keep you invested in their journeys.
- Intriguing Plot: Unravel a story filled with dark magic, ancient prophecies, and epic battles between forces that control the very essence of bone and sea, ensuring a thrilling read from start to finish.
- Thematic Depth: Explore thought-provoking themes such as the balance of nature, the legacy of ancestors, and the struggle for power, all woven into a narrative that is both entertaining and intellectually stimulating.