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The False Prince



Breathtaking is the word that best describes this first book of a trilogy by author Jennifer A. Nielsen. Those who love the story of treachery and deceit dashed with perilous exploits and action, The False Prince will surely satiate their literary appetite from beginning to end.
Skillfully written with the backdrop of a discontent kingdom amid the brewing civil war, The False Prince tells a powerful tale of one nobleman’s quest for people’s concord that led to his clever, but precarious move to bring into play an ordinary young boy as a puppet prince. The fates of four orphans will be determined by their cunning, alacrity and power to perfectly enact the role. And in this matter of life and death, one defiant boy named Sage will be forced to try his luck to outlast the others. But will he make an impeccable prince out of his unpretentious existence? And if he would, will he be able to make it alive through the death-defying mission?
Nielsen’s literary prowess obviously finds a perfect haven in this genre. She masterfully gives life to her infinite imagination and creates an amazing spectacle that will leave you in satisfied awe. You will be enchanted by her terrific cast of characters that though not many, are well-developed. the way she outlines her setting is interesting and at the same time captivating—it will take you to distinct environs before you arrive at a complex and magnificent kingdom. The way she develops her storyline is exhilarating for it keeps a pace that will allow you to breathe only once in a while, and when you are hooked, you will never realize you have unfolded its surprising conclusion.
Overall, The False Prince is an absolute entertainment. And for me, this book is one of the best literary pieces that I esteem. I salute to Jennifer A. Nielsen for such a wonderful masterpiece!


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