In the majestic halls of a crystal palace lies a secret that could destroy an entire kingdom...
Bryn Aven refuses to give up on her dream of serving the kingdom she loves. It's a dream that brings her to a whole new realm...the glittering palace of the Skojare.
The Skojare people need protection from the same brutal enemy that's been threatening the Kanin, and Bryn is there to help. Being half Skojare herself, it's also a chance for her to learn more about her lost heritage. Her boss Ridley Dresden is overseeing the mission, but as their undeniable attraction heats up, their relationship is about to reach a whole new level—one neither of them is prepared for.
As they delve deeper into the Skojare world, they begin to unravel a long-hidden secret. The dark truth about her own beloved Kanin kingdom is about to come to light, and it'll change her place in it forever...and threaten everyone she loves.
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Release date
May 5, 2015 -
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Kindle Book
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OverDrive Read
- ISBN: 9781466850873
- File size: 1030 KB
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EPUB ebook
- ISBN: 9781466850873
- File size: 1030 KB
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Languages
- English
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Levels
- ATOS Level: 6.1
- Lexile® Measure: 920
- Interest Level: 9-12(UG)
- Text Difficulty: 4-5
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Reviews
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March 1, 2015
Gr 9 Up-Hocking's fantasy novel allows readers to get lost in the secret world of Kanin yet again. This sequel to Frostfire (St. Martin's, 2014) follows Bryn Aven as she confronts a threat to her beloved kingdom, a secretly corrupted Skojare, and a forbidden love. After watching Viktor Dalig and Konstantin Black escape in the previous volume, Bryn is sent to Skojare to help assist the king and queen, but the more she discovers, the less she realizes she knows. On top of those problems, Bryn is developing undeniable and forbidden feelings for her boss, Ridley. Fans of the author's previous "Trylle" series (St. Martin's) will be ecstatic about this release. Hocking creates a detailed and beautiful setting that easily sweeps teens away to a fantastical world. Bryn is a likable, motivated, and candid character. The ending will leave readers with unanswered questions, eager for Hocking's next installment. A detailed sexual encounter midway through the novel makes this appropriate for mature readers. VERDICT This title doesn't stand alone, but fans of the first book and Hocking's other paranormal series will enjoy this sequel.-Morgan O'Reilly, Riverdale Country School, NY
Copyright 2015 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.
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