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The Scorpion Queen

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At first glance, Princess Mariama lives a charmed life at the imperial palace in Timbuktu, with servants catering for her every need. But deep within the palace walls, a terrible trial takes place for the princess's hand in marriage. Ninety-nine suitors have died, and the princess... Read More
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The Scorpion Queen is an epic YA fantasy inspired by a Malian fairy tale.

This sweeping fantasy epic perfect for fans of CHILDREN OF BLOOD AND BONE and LIES WE SING TO THE SEA. Now in B Format

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At first glance, Princess Mariama lives a charmed life at the imperial palace in Timbuktu, with servants catering for her every need. But deep within the palace walls, a terrible trial takes place for the princess's hand in marriage. Ninety-nine suitors have died, and the princess is determined to end the carnage before another life is lost.

Framed for a crime she didn't commit, Amie has lost everything. Her family, her status, her love. Forced into service for the emperor's daughter, she dreams of nothing but escape and a chance to be reunited with her childhood sweetheart.

But all is not as it seems at court, and the more Amie learns about the princess's circumstances, the closer the girls become. Increasingly drawn to the princess in ways she doesn't understand, Amie must make a choice between running away with the boy she loves or helping the princess to end the trials forever.

The Scorpion Queen by Mina Fears is a gripping tale of love, loyalty, and the courage to change one's destiny.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529097221

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 September 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: First Ink

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 222g

Pages: 320

About the Author

Mina Fears earned her BA and MFA from Columbia University. Originally from Michigan, she remains in New York City to build public relations strategies for tech and finance brands. The Scorpion Queen is her first novel.

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