Poison's Kiss

Name: Poison's Kiss
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781101937853
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By Breeana Shields

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Summary

Poison's Kiss by Breeana Shields follows Marinda, a young girl trained as an assassin for the Raja, who kills with a single kiss thanks to her ability as a visha kanya. She grapples with the burden of her deadly touch as she navigates a world of intrigue and betrayal, especially when she is tasked with killing a boy she grows to care about. The novel explores themes of duty, love, and the search for freedom amid treacherous political scheming.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you love stories filled with intriguing mythology and a strong, complex heroine. It combines romance, adventure, and the moral dilemmas of a girl who can kill with a single kiss, making it an exciting read for those who enjoy fantastical elements and rich character development.

Poison's Kiss

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A teenage assassin kills with one kiss. Then she is ordered to kill the one boy she loves.... This commercial YA fantasy is romantic and addictive — like a poison kiss.

A teenage assassin kills with a single kiss until she is ordered to kill the one boy she loves. This commercial YA fantasy is romantic and addictive — like a poison kiss — and will thrill fans of Sarah J. Maas and Victoria Aveyard.

Marinda has kissed dozens of boys. They all die afterwards. It's a miserable life, but being a visha kanya — a poison maiden — is what she was created to do. Marinda serves the Raja by dispatching his enemies with only her lips as a weapon.

Until now, the men she was ordered to kiss have been strangers, enemies of the kingdom. Then she receives orders to kiss Deven, a boy she knows too well to be convinced he needs to die. She begins to question who she's really working for. And that is a thread that, once pulled, will unravel more than she can afford to lose.

This rich, surprising, and accessible debut is based in Indian folklore and delivers a story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

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Poison's Kiss by Breeana Shields is praised for its gripping and fast-paced narrative that leaves readers stunned as protagonist Marinda's life unravels. The book is noted for being quick and addictive, with a well-researched plot appealing to fans of mythological fantasy and young adult readers alike. It is described as addictive, riveting, and beautifully written, making it a compelling choice for its target audience.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781101937853

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 December 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Ember

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 211.0mm

Weight: 249g

Pages: 320

Collections

Breeana Shields Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

Breeana Shields has a BA in English from Brigham Young University and is an active member of SCBWI. When she's not writing, Breeana loves reading, traveling, and spending time with her husband, her three children, and an extremely spoiled miniature poodle. Visit her online at breeanashields.com or follow her on Twitter at @BreeanaShields.