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Trial of the Sun Queen

the sizzling and addictive fantasy romance sensation
By Nisha J. Tuli
Series: Artefacts of Ouranos
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Trial of the Sun Queen by Nisha J. Tuli is a gripping Sci-Fi & Fantasy novel featuring a daring protagonist participating in a high-stakes trial built around ancient traditions and magical forces. Set in a vividly imagined world, the story explores themes of courage, power, and destiny, as the main character navigates challenges to prove their worth and uncover hidden truths. The book weaves together elements of intrigue and adventure, keeping readers enthralled to the last page.
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You might enjoy this book if you’re captivated by stories featuring intense trials, dynamic magic systems, and courtly intrigue. It immerses you in a richly crafted fantasy world where characters must navigate elaborate challenges and formidable alliances to achieve their destinies.

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A Court of Thorns and Roses meets The Bachelor: ten women. A deadly contest. Only one can win the Sun King's heart.

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UTTERLY ENTHRALLING — Rebecca Yarros, New York Times bestselling author of Fourth Wing

The Bachelor meets The Hunger Games. Ten women. A deadly contest. Only one can win the Sun King's heart.

Lor has endured twelve long years of torment under the Aurora King's rule. Her only desire is to get free and pay him back for every moment of misery she's endured.

When a surprise release finds her in the hands of the Sun King, Lor is thrust into the spotlight as she competes against nine other Tributes for the role of queen. If she wins his heart, she'll earn her freedom and finally get her revenge.

But Lor doesn't belong in the Sun Queen Trials. Not only does she not understand why she was freed, she isn't a citizen of the Sun King's court. The other Tributes resent her presence and will stop at nothing to ensure Lor is wiped off the gameboard, permanently.

Now Lor must win, because if she loses, she dies. Or worse, she'll be sent back into the hands of the Aurora King.

This addictive TikTok fantasy romance sensation is perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Fourth Wing, Raven Kennedy, and Jennifer Armentrout. Trial of the Sun Queen is the first book in a series with an eventual happy ever after.

Praise for Trial of the Sun Queen:

'Trial of the Sun Queen was truly a breath of fresh air and had me white knuckling the book until the very last page. I'm on pins and needles to see what happens next!' — Hannah Nicole Maehrer, author of Assistant to the Villain

'Magical, action-packed, steamy, intricately plotted, laden with heart-wrenching moments, and heart-pounding twists — Trial of the Sun Queen is nothing short of a dark, fantastical thrill ride' — Thea Guanzon, author of The Hurricane Wars

'I picked up Trial of the Sun Queen and was hooked from the very first sentence. This world is gripping, the plot exciting, and I loved the main character so much that I was rooting for her from the start. Nisha created a series that is addicting and visceral, with the perfect amount of spicy romance. One of my all-time favourite fantasy romance reads' — Raven Kennedy, author of Gild

Tropes include:

  • Enemies-to-lovers
  • Forced proximity
  • Trial to the death
  • Who did this to you?
  • Fated mates

The Artefacts of Ouranos series:

  • Trial of the Sun Queen
  • Rule of the Aurora King
  • Fate of the Sun King
  • Tale of the Heart Queen

Series: Artefacts of Ouranos

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  • Fate of the Sun King
    'Magical, action-packed, steamy... laden with heart-wrenching moments and heart-pounding twists' - Thea Guanzon, on Trial of the Sun Queen They tried to cage me. Now they'll fear me. Lor is a survivor. She survived imprisonment, the Trials, and everyone else who's tried to kill her. Now - armed with just enough information to make her dangerous - she's on the...
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  • Trial of the Sun Queen
    UTTERLY ENTHRALLING — Rebecca Yarros, New York Times bestselling author of Fourth Wing The Bachelor meets The Hunger Games. Ten women. A deadly contest. Only one can win the Sun King's heart. Lor has endured twelve long years of torment under the Aurora King's rule. Her only desire is to get free and pay him back for every moment of...
    By Nisha J. Tuli
    Paperback
    $2799
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  • Rule of the Aurora King
    'Addictive and visceral, with the perfect amount of spicy romance. One of my all time favourite fantasy romance reads.' — Raven Kennedy, author of Gild Rule of the Aurora King is the spicy romantasy sequel to Trial of the Sun Queen, perfect for fans of Fourth Wing, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and Serpent and the Wings of Night....
    By Nisha J. Tuli
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  • Tale of the Heart Queen
    UTTERLY ENTHRALLING Rebecca Yarros, New York Times bestselling author of Fourth Wing Tale of the Heart Queen is the spellbinding conclusion to the Artefacts of Ouranos romantasy sensation, filled with enticing magic, perilous action, and sizzling romance. Fans of A Court of Thorns and Roses and Serpent and the Wings of Night will be hooked! After Lor makes the biggest...
    By Nisha J. Tuli
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  • Rule of the Aurora King
    I am not his conquest. I am not his to claim. I am my own castle. Freed from the golden clutches of the Sun King, Lor now finds herself in the hands of Nadir, the Aurora Prince. Convinced she's hiding something, he's willing to do whatever it takes to make her talk. But Lor knows the value of secrets—she's been...
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  • Tale of the Heart Queen
    The epic fourth novel in the irresistibly sexy BookTok phenomenon . . . Some mistakes can't be undone, and Lor now faces the crushing consequences of her wild, fae magic. She's already set events in motion, and there's no escaping the relentless pursuit of the Aurora King. Everyone wants something from her, and her list of enemies keeps growing, each...
    By Nisha J Tuli
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  • Trial of the Sun Queen
    Ten women. A deadly contest. Only one can win the Sun King's heart. Lor has endured twelve long years of torment under the Aurora King's rule. Her only desire is to escape and pay him back for every moment of misery she's endured. When a surprise release finds her in the hands of the rival Sun King, Lor is thrust...
    By Nisha J Tuli
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Trial of the Sun Queen by Nisha J. Tuli is praised for its fresh and engaging narrative, gripping readers from the first sentence to the last page. Reviewers highlight its magical and action-packed storyline, intricate plotting, and an addictive blend of romance and fantasy, making it a thrilling and emotionally charged read.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780356523378

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orbit

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 124.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 294g

Pages: 432

Collections

Fantasy Fiction General Fiction Nisha J. Tuli Romance Romantasy (Fantasy Romance) Sci-Fi & Fantasy Series: Artefacts of Ouranos

About the Author

Nisha J Tuli is a Canadian fantasy romance author, whose books feature kick ass heroines, swoony love interests, and slow burns with plenty of heat. Fans of The Princess Bride and A Court of Thorns and Roses will find themselves at home in her worlds. She loves to draw upon her Indian heritage to bring her stories to life, weaving together vibrant and compelling characters, settings, and plotlines. Nisha wants to leave her readers breathless and begging for more and enjoys making her characters suffer before giving them a much-deserved happily ever after.

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