What We Devour

Name: What We Devour
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781492679257
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By Linsey Miller

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What We Devour by Linsey Miller explores a world where divine and monstrous forces are at play, focusing on Lorena Adler, a girl with a secret power. When her ability comes to light, Lorena must navigate dangerous political intrigue and magical schemes to save her loved ones and herself. The story weaves themes of power, sacrifice, and identity in a richly imagined fantasy setting.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This book may appeal to you if you enjoy dark fantasy with a gripping plot and intricate worldbuilding. It combines elements of love, power, sacrifice, and rebellion in a compelling narrative that challenges characters to confront their deepest fears and desires. If you appreciate strong, complex protagonists and thought-provoking themes, this might be the perfect read for you.

What We Devour

To save her betrothed's father, Lorena makes a deal with a notorious prince which reveals her hidden powers and sets her on a journey to better understand both her secret abilities and the dangers facing the nation.

Description

Beauty and the Beast meets Wicked Saints in this standalone dark fantasy from the author of the Mask of Shadows duology and Belle Revolte.

The eat-the-rich, deliciously dark fantasy you've been waiting for. A girl with the power of the banished gods must bind herself to a wicked Prince to save her crumbling world, as the poor are sacrificed to save the rich.

Lorena Adler has a secret—she holds the power of the banished gods, the Noble and the Vile, inside her. But she has spent her entire life hiding from the world and her past. Lorena's content to spend her days as an undertaker in a small town, marry her best friend, Julian, and live an unfulfilling life so long as no one uncovers her true nature.

But when the notoriously bloodthirsty and equally Vile crown prince comes to arrest Julian's father, he immediately recognizes Lorena for what she is. So, she makes a deal—a fair trial for her betrothed's father in exchange for her service to the crown.

The prince is desperate for her help. He's spent years trying to repair the weakening Door that holds back the Vile...and he's losing the battle. As Lorena learns more about the Door and the horrifying price it takes to keep it closed, she'll have to embrace both parts of herself to survive.

This heart-pounding YA story of magic and danger is perfect for readers looking for:

Epic books for tweens and teens
Dazzling world-building and relatable characters
Tween and teen LGBTQ+ books
High fantasy with asexual and aromantic representation
Fiction examining class structures
Intricate fantasy world-building

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

What We Devour by Linsey Miller is lauded as a dark fantasy with a unique and intelligent magic system that effectively critiques class structures and the association of worth with wealth. The book's engaging and thought-provoking plot is enriched by rich worldbuilding, strong representation, especially in the asexual protagonist, and a complex narrative filled with moral dilemmas. The writing is described as both visceral and haunting, making it a compelling read for those interested in intricate fantasy worlds, ethical power dynamics, and diverse characters.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781492679257

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 August 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Sourcebooks Fire

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 141.0mm

Height: 211.0mm

Weight: 365g

Pages: 352

Collections

Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Linsey Miller Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

LINSEY MILLER is a wayward biologist from Arkansas who previously worked as a crime lab intern, neuroscience lab assistant, and pharmacy technician. She currently lives in Austin, Texas, and can be found writing about science and magic anywhere there's coffee. She is also the author of Mask of Shadows, Ruin of Stars, and Belle Revolte. Visit her online at linseymiller.com.

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