Queen of the World

Sarene is a mute village girl swept into a war she didn't choose. This is an epic fantasy in the tradition of David Eddings and Robert Jordan, with an easy-to-root-for heroine who feels human before she feels heroic.

In the legends, The Four saved the world from war and poverty.

These incredible men walked the lands, seeking an audience with the ruler of each nation. They demanded that mankind focus its efforts on education, trade and culture. No longer would the people face starvation and terror. This commandment was enforced with displays of miraculous power. After all, it is difficult to argue with the Gods. Once finished, The Four left with a promise: If ever your people fall back into darkness, then we shall return.

Now, over five centuries later, Sarene grows tired of her village life. Suffocated by the confines of her surroundings and the overbearing protection of her family, she yearns to have an adventure of her own.

But the world outside is not as tranquil as it seems.

And Sarene is already in danger…

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For readers who grew up with David Eddings and Robert Jordan, and want that same wide-lens quest-fantasy energy, delivered with the ensemble craft of Nicholas Eames and the mythic scale of John Gwynne. Multiple points of view, unlikely alliances, a demon sidekick who has become an immediate fan-favourite and, refreshingly, a heroine who feels like an actual young woman rather than a prophecy-plot-shaped weapon. Hennessy writes with a wry, welcoming voice that perfectly balances an epic-scale world with character-scale emotional beats.

"An epic-style fantasy with a contemporary twist, Queen of the World's delivery is not only easy to read and enjoy, but gives a great sense of depth and history to the world created between its pages." — Craig Hallam, bestselling author of Greaveburn and Down Days

"Beautifully done and really unique characters. I got sucked in and started recommending the book before I'd even finished." — Emma Wolf, author of The Others

"Hennessy's writing really reminded me of Brandon Sanderson and An Ember in the Ashes. If you enjoyed those then you will most likely enjoy this epic fantasy!" — Daisy Valentine, author of A Purpose in the Past

© 2012 Inspired Quill (E-bog): 9781908600110

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E-bog: 17. juli 2012