Daughter of Aithne
(Book 3 of the Silver Web)
by Karin Rita Gastreich
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GENRE: Fantasy
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BLURB:
Betrayed
by her own prodigy, Eolyn stands accused of treason. As power-hungry nobles
dismantle her life's work and honor, the desperate queen forges a risky
alliance with the ruthless and cunning Mage Corey. Determined to defend her
son's claim to the throne of the Mage King, Eolyn prepares for her last and
greatest battle, this time against her own sisters in magic.
Across the
Furma River, Taesara of Roenfyn is drawn out of seclusion and into an ever-more
vicious game of intrigue and war. Subject to the schemes of a shrewd uncle and
the mysterious ambitions of the wizards of Galia, Taesara struggles to assert
her own destiny, even as she takes up arms to defend her daughter's
inheritance.
In the
climactic finale to The Silver Web trilogy, threads of love, honor, betrayal,
and vengeance culminate in a violent conflict between powerful women, opposed
to each other yet destined to shatter a thousand-year cycle of war.
"A
tale of female oppression, prejudice, and even deadly seduction, EOLYN touches
on issues that are deeply relevant to our own society." -Apex Reviews
review of EOLYN, Book One of the Silver Web
“The
story's greatest triumph is Gastreich's prose, a consistent blend of lyrical
verse and dark imageray....Lush, evocative descriptions carry readers through
an unforgettable journey.” –Kirkus Reviews review of SWORD OF SHADOWS, Book Two
of The Silver Web”
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“Speak plainly, my Lord King,” Eolyn
said. “I will not be subject to this cat-and-mouse game. If you do not trust
me, if you do not believe me, then say so.”
“I trust your heart, Eolyn,” Akmael
replied, “but your heart has led you to ill-advised decisions in the past. For
this reason, I am not always inclined to trust your judgment.”
“For the love of the Gods! I am not
the confused and frightened girl I was when my brother took up arms against
you.”
“No, but you must understand the
dilemma you have put me in.”
“The dilemma I have put you in?”
“If you knew of Ghemena’s plan and
did not inform me, you were party to treason. If you did not know, then your
authority over the magas is uncertain. Either way, the magas must remain bound
and imprisoned until this conflict is resolved.”
Eolyn blinked and stepped away. “The
magas have lived in peace in Moisehén for more than a decade. You cannot let
the action of one woman—”
“Three women. The blatantly
treasonous act of three women, all devoted students of yours. They have brought
war upon us, Eolyn. Who knows how many others among your followers support
them?”
“The magas who remain in my service
have done nothing to merit suspicion.”
“All magas merit suspicion.” Akmael
hesitated at her stricken look. He let go a slow breath and softened his tone.
“There is a history here that we have not yet overcome, Eolyn. You, of all
people, must understand that. Too many of our subjects still remember the war
against my father.”
“And the purges that followed?” she
shot back.
“The violence that tore this kingdom
apart,” he conceded. “Right or wrong, the magas were left with the blame. We
must manage this situation carefully, to protect you and your daughters. To see
that justice is done.”
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Karin
Rita Gastreich writes stories of ordinary women and the extraordinary paths
they choose. She lives in Kansas City, Missouri, where she is part of the
biology faculty at Avila University. An ecologist by vocation, Karin has
wandered forests and wildlands all her life. Her pastimes include camping,
hiking, music, and flamenco dance. In addition to THE SILVER WEB trilogy, Karin
has published short stories in World Jumping, Zahir, Adventures for the Average
Woman, and 69 Flavors of Paranoia. She is a recipient of the Spring 2011
Andrews Forest Writer’s Residency.
Website:
http://krgastreich.com
Twitter:
@EolynChronicles
The first book of the
series, EOLYN, will be a FREE download on Kindle only on May 1.
Purchase
link for EOLYN, Book One of THE
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Purchase
link for SWORD OF SHADOWS, Book Two of THE SILVER WEB:
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Purchase
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Thank you for hosting! Hope everyone takes advantage of the FREE book today!
ReplyDeleteAn interesting premise.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I've enjoyed writing this series.
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