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The Winner's Kiss

By Marie Rutkoski
Series: The Winner's Trilogy
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The Winner's Kiss by Marie Rutkoski is a gripping young adult novel that continues to explore themes of power, espionage, and romance. The protagonist, Kestrel, finds herself navigating the complexities of a burgeoning rebellion while confronting her past choices and making life-altering decisions. As the tension between personal desires and political duties intensifies, Kestrel must determine where her true loyalties lie.
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You might enjoy this book if you are drawn to epic tales of love, strategy, and war. In a world where political intrigue and personal sacrifices intertwine, this story captures the heart-wrenching complexities of forbidden romance and the fierce determination to overcome obstacles. If you appreciate a strong narrative with twists and a carefully crafted fantasy setting, this book could be a compelling read for you.

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The Winner's Kiss

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THE FINAL BOOK IN THE HEART-STOPPING WINNER’S TRILOGY: an irresistible story of forbidden romance and class warfare

The Winner's Kiss captures a thrilling conclusion that fans will not want to miss. Kristin Cashore, author of the Graceling Realm books, praises the series: ‘Every line in The Winner's Curse is beautifully written. The story is masterfully plotted. The characters' dilemmas fascinated me and tore at my heart… I loved it. I want more.’

War has begun.

Arin is in the thick of it with untrustworthy new allies and the empire as his enemy. Though he has convinced himself that he no longer loves Kestrel, Arin hasn’t forgotten her, or how she became exactly the kind of person he has always despised. She cared more for the empire than she did for the lives of innocent people—and certainly more than she did for him.

At least, that’s what he thinks. In the frozen north, Kestrel is a prisoner in a brutal work camp. As she searches desperately for a way to escape, she wishes Arin could know what she sacrificed for him. She wishes she could make the empire pay for what they’ve done to her. But no one gets what they want just by wishing.

As the war intensifies, both Kestrel and Arin discover that the world is changing. The East is pitted against the West, and they are caught in between. With so much to lose, can anybody really win?

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The Winner's Kiss by Marie Rutkoski is praised for its rich characterisation, exquisite world-building, and captivating storytelling. It offers a thrilling mix of dynamic dialogue, intense battle scenes, and shifting alliances, keeping readers engaged. With a storyline that blends romance and intrigue, it delivers a beautifully written experience that appeals to fans of compelling fantasy.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408858745

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 March 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Childrens Books

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 399g

Pages: 496

Collections

Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Marie Rutkoski Series: The Winner's Trilogy Young Adult

About the Author

MARIE RUTKOSKI is a professor of English literature at Brooklyn College, where she teaches Shakespeare, children’s literature and creative writing. She lives in New York City with her husband and two sons. Marie can tie a good double figure-eight knot and is very fond of perfume, tea and excellent bread and butter.
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