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The Heretic Royal

An Action Packed Novel of High Fantasy
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In The Heretic Royal, two sisters wage a fierce battle for a single throne in a divided land rife with warring factions. Ainsley Farmerson, determined to dethrone her soulless sister Beatrix, allies herself with unlikely companions including battle nuns, monks, and centaurs. Gruffyn of the Torn Moon Clan, a gruff warrior with no patience for humans, finds himself compelled to fight alongside Ainsley. This feminist epic blends expert world-building with subtle commentary on political polarization, celebrating strong female warriors and underdogs.
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Ideal for fans of Katee Robert and Nalini Singh, this book appeals to readers who enjoy feminist fantasy with complex characters, sharp dialogue, and richly imagined worlds. It suits those who appreciate tales of political intrigue, sibling rivalry, and unconventional alliances in a diverse, action-packed setting.

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In this riveting, feminist tale perfect for fans of Katee Robert and Nalini Singh, two sisters battle for a single throne, warring factions take up arms, a land is divided, and uncertain allies become very certain lovers. With subtle commentary on today's political polarization, this riveting epic celebrates strong female characters and champions the underdog with diverse, expert world building.

Gods save the queen!

Ainsley Farmerson has always planned to break free of the family businessβ€”and the family drama. But what was once farming, smithworking, and bickering over the dinner table has turned into open warfare between sisters. Sides have been taken, lives are on the line, and Ainsley has no doubt which sister must be queen. She'll do whatever is necessary to take down the soulless Beatrix. Even if that means joining forces with angry battle nuns, irritating monks, and overbearing centaurs.

Gruffyn of the Torn Moon Clan has no time for human beings. And yet... there is something about the uncontrollable princess that he can't ignore. Maybe it's the way her eldest sisters underestimate her. Or her bravery facing down dragons and mad queens from distant lands. Whatever the reason, Gruff is willing to fight by this human's side. Not only for the entertainment value, but because she's right. Beatrix must never be queen. So whatever he has to do, whoever he has to destroy, Gruff will battle beside Ainsley. Fast. Hard. And with absolutely no mercy.

"The action speeds along and the dialogue pings among sarcastic dragons, earnest fathers and obnoxious siblings." - Bookpage

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781496735089

Publisher: Kensington Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 December 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Kensington Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 304

About the Author

G.A. Aiken is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Dragon Kin Series and the Scarred Earth Saga. When she's not writing about sexy dragons and feminist blacksmiths, she's writing about hot wolf, lion, tiger, and other fang-filled predators as Shelly Laurenston, the acclaimed and bestselling author of the Pride series, the Call of Crows, and the Honey Badger Chronicles. Originally from Long Island, she now lives on the West Coast and spends most of her time writing and making sure her rescued Pitbull doesn't love everyone into a coma. Please visit her online at GAAiken.com.

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