The many characters leap to life, particularly Yelena, whose first–person narrative is riveting. Suffice it to say that the action is nonstop. 'Doing full justice to the plot of this original and entertaining epic fantasy is impossible. Once, only her own life hung in the balance. Now shes back with a new tale of intrigue.

Snyder wowed readers with Poison Study, the unforgettable story of poison taster Yelena. New York Times best-selling author Maria V. Yes, the days of tasting poisons were much simpler. Check out this great listen on Audible.ca. She must keep that a secret–or her enemies will discover just how vulnerable she really is–while searching for who or what is responsible for neutralizing her powers. As Yelena tries to uncover the scope of these plots, she faces a new challenge: her magic is blocked. Suddenly, though, they are beset on all sides by those vying for power through politics and intrigue. Now she uses her magic to keep the peace in both lands–and protect her relationship with Valek. But she'd survived to become a vital part of the balance of power between rival countries Ixia and Sitia. Oddly enough, when Yelena was a poison taster, her life was simpler. It packed into her hooves and coated the hair of her fetlocks with each step. The wet muck clung to her copper coat and dripped from her long tail. Ugh, mud, Kiki said as she splashed through another puddle. Snyder (Soulfinders Series) Harlequin Books 11.9K subscribers Subscribe 18 2.2K views 7 years ago New York Times bestselling author Maria V.

Once, only her own life hung in the balance. Shadow Study - Study Book 4, Soulfinders Book 1, Chronicles of Ixia Book 7. Now she's back with a new tale of intrigue. That being said I think you could certainly read each series as. Firstly, I have read all the other works in this world (I think I have anyway) and so in that respect this is a very easy book for me to fall into as I already know the world, enjoy the stories and care about the characters. Snyder wowed readers with Poison Study, the unforgettable story of poison taster Yelena. Recently finished reading Shadow Study by Maria Snyder. New York Times bestselling author Maria V.

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