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Quintana of Charyn

Froi has been through a lot of death-defying exploits just to protect this half-mad princess loathed by the people of her own kingdom. Since she was born, Quintana carries the burden of a curse prophesied to be broken by the last born. And like Froi, she also has been through a lot to deserve more pain than she can ever continue to bear. But she has to.
In this final volume of the Lumatere Chronicles, you will be drawn into a storyline that captures palace intrigue, hideous past, terrifying pursuits, and a young princess’ quest for redemption, freedom, love, and happiness. More than that, it is a tale of a young man who discovers himself and wills to do everything and anything to keep the woman he has sworn to protect—and he has loved. Quintana’s life is never easy. She has to endure the wickedness of time and of the curse to be able to also free her women. And on her journey, she will prove how strong, wise and worthy she is to become queen, with Froi by her side.
In Quintana of Charyn, I would honestly say there are pages that I find uninteresting. But I loved its gripping conclusion. Overall, I still marvel at Marchetta’s imagination and prowess to weave such an inspiring and captivating tale that perfectly showcases an intricate web of bloodlines, politics and romance.



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