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Windwitch
Sometimes our enemies are also our only allies…
When an explosion destroys his ship, the world believes Prince Merik, Windwitch, is dead. Scarred yet alive, Merik is determined to prove his sister’s treachery. Upon reaching the royal capital, crowded with refugees, he haunts the streets, fighting for the weak—which leads to whispers of a disfigured demigod, the Fury, who brings justice to the oppressed.
When the Bloodwitch Aeduan discovers a bounty on Iseult, he makes sure to be the first to find her—yet in a surprise twist, Iseult offers him a deal. She will return money stolen from him, if he locates Safi. Now they must work together to cross the Witchlands, while constantly wondering, who will betray whom first?
After a surprise attack and shipwreck, Safi and the Empress of Marstok barely escape with their lives. Alone in a land of pirates, every moment balances on a knife’s edge—especially when the pirates’ next move could unleash war upon the Witchlands.
Praise for The Witchlands
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A world you'll want to inhabit forever!
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Make room on your all-time favorites shelf: Truthwitch is an instant new classic. It reminded me of why I started reading fantasy in the first place: its fierce and vibrant world, richly-drawn characters, and dazzling intrigue harken to the best of Megan Whalen Turner, Robin Hobb, and Jacqueline Carey. And while it pays homage to the epic fantasies that have come before it, it also lays the foundation for a bright new chapter in the genre. I haven’t been so enthralled and inspired by a book since I first read Lloyd Alexander’s The Book of Three. Do not miss out!
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Dynamic storytelling and a fully imagined magical world distinguish Dennard's first book in the Witchlands series. Iseult and Safiya are as different as two young women can be—one is noble-born, the other is from a despised people; one has the ability to see the threads of emotions in people, while the other can see truth. Yet their friendship and shared learning create a familial bond between them, making them Threadsisters. On the eve of the renegotiation of the Twenty Year Truce, which has kept peace across the ravaged lands, a single announcement is all it takes to upend their lives, sending them careening across the world, pursued by royalty and evil and spurred by something more powerful than themselves. Their adventures are dashed with a hint of romance and deeply imbued with the concept of loyalty... Dennard's rich descriptions, insightful characterizations, and breathtaking action sequences will keep readers on their toes.
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Truthwitch has all of the elements I savor—a richly imagined magical world, ruthless politics, steamy romance, and characters who grab you and won't let go. At its heart, a partnership between two strong young women who might change the world.
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Truthwitch by Susan Dennard is like a cake stuffed full of your favorite fantasy treats: highway robbery, swordplay, deep friendships, treachery, magic, piracy on the high seas, and romance. If you like any or all of the above in the fantasy tales, this book will delight you.
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Truthwitch has it all, strong female characters, adventure, magic, romance, and non-stop action that will leave you breathless!
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Sometimes, from not even halfway through a book, you know that you're going to make everyone you know read it. It's a book that, by the time you get to the end you crave the next book as if it were the most addicting chocolate on the planet. Truthwitch is that book for me. Gorgeously written, elegantly built, and perfect for ANY reader—Truthwitch is something you will not want to miss. Seriously.
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Full of magic, unbreakable friendships, and purpose, Truthwitch is absolutely everything I look for in a fantasy. Dennard's stunning prose weaves a lush and wonderful adventure tale that has already hooked this reader and will utterly enchant everyone else.
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Imagine how useful it would be to know when people are telling the truth. Then imagine what a politician would do with that power. So when I tell you that in the Witchlands, where there are many types of magic, Safiya is a Truthwitch you will know why she has kept this power hidden. Her friend Iseult can see the invisible ties that bind all around around her. And it is their friendship that is the very heart of this novel (oh, everyone should have a friendship like this!). They fight all who come looking for her, are helped by a swashbuckling Windwitch and are hounded by a Bloodwitch. This is an all-action, white knuckle adventure that kept me enthralled from the first page. Beautifully written, brimming with magic, and all about the power of friendship—don't miss this one
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Susan Dennard's Truthwitch is a wildly original adventure full of fantasy, legend and political intrigue. But better than all of that is the fiercely loyal friendship of Safiya and Iseult. These two young women are simply amazing and, maybe, just maybe, they are destined to change the world!! I cannot wait for more of this epic story!
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Safiya fon Hasstrel has heavy responsibilities. Not only is she the future political representative of her country, she's also a Truthwitch, possessor of the rarest ability of all: the absolute power to detect deception. For her part, Safi would rather be out with her threadsister, Iseult, having adventures and causing mayhem. But when an afternoon of mischief goes terribly wrong, Safia and Iseult's carefree escapades turn deadly serious. Suddenly, Safi's being asked to fulfill the political obligations of her position as Domna, and everything she's striven to keep at bay—politics, family tensions, and the danger of being exposed as a Truthwitch--comes closing in on her. Things look grim, and both girls find themselves pushed to their limits. Drawing on the strength of their friendship, however, they may find reserves of courage and resilience that surprise everyone, even themselves.
Full of intriguing, complex characters and innovative plot elements—not to mention some pretty rockin' action scenes—this was a story I couldn't put down. I highly recommended it to anyone who enjoys a good fantasy thriller, and I can't wait to see what comes next in the series! -
Truthwitch is a fast-paced and quick-witted story of magic and international intrigue. Dennard weaves the threads that connect the characters and their unique abilities into a complex but never tangled pattern of power, friendship, and magical awakening. Give Truthwitch to readers who love vast world building and fantasy novels with equal parts humor and high stake.
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[Dennard's] worldbuilding is impressively detailed... The cinematic action scenes keep the storytelling brisk, and the rotating third-person narration introduces not only Safi and Iseult, but also Merik, the prince of an impoverished small nation, and Aeduan, a mercenary... Intense friendships and burgeoning romances... Epic adventure and steamy smooches make for a crowd-pleasing formula.
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Dennard's wide-ranging novel is the first in a new fantasy series, The Witchlands, and she skillfully creates the world, the characters, and central conflicts that will power books to follow. There is a sureness to her writing, a seamless understanding of what makes a solid fantasy, and two feisty heroines who are able and willing to save themselves, rather than be saved. Fantasy readers will sink comfortably into this world, and await with pleasure the next installment.
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Featuring vibrant characters and an innovative system of magic, Susan Dennard's Truthwitch is a fast-paced adventure and a wonderful tribute to the power of the binding ties of friendship.
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Truthwitch by Susan Dennard is so, so, so great—epic fantasy, epic adventure, epic friendship.