Four Dead Queens
(Sprache: Englisch)
A bestselling murder mystery fantasy with a shocking twist you won't see coming. Now in paperback.
Keralie Corrington is a talented pickpocket in the kingdom of Quadara. But when a routine theft goes horribly wrong, Keralie discovers what she's stolen is...
Keralie Corrington is a talented pickpocket in the kingdom of Quadara. But when a routine theft goes horribly wrong, Keralie discovers what she's stolen is...
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A bestselling murder mystery fantasy with a shocking twist you won't see coming. Now in paperback.Keralie Corrington is a talented pickpocket in the kingdom of Quadara. But when a routine theft goes horribly wrong, Keralie discovers what she's stolen is actually a video of the four queens of Quadara being murdered. Hoping that discovering the intended recipient will reveal the culprit-valuable information that she can barter with-Keralie teams up with Varin Bollt, the messenger she stole from, to complete his delivery and uncover the murderer. But with Keralie and Varin each keeping secrets-and lives hanging in the balance-everything is at stake, and no one can be trusted.
Four Dead Queens is an enthralling fast-paced mystery where competing agendas collide with deadly consequences.
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IrisQueen of Archia
Rule one: To protect the fertile lands of Archia, the queen must uphold the society s humble but hardworking way of life.
Iris shifted uncomfortably on her throne, rearranging her stiff skirts. The midday sun streamed down from the domed ceiling, hitting the elevated golden dial beneath it. The nation of Quadara was engraved upon the face, with thick ridges representing the walls that divided the land. An amber globe sat in the center of the dial and fractured the sunlight into rays, highlighting hundreds of cursive words etched into the throne room s marble walls. The words reminded each queen, and those who visited court, of the approved transactions between quadrants and the strict rules the queens must abide by. Queenly Law.
The four thrones, and their respective queens, sat in a circle around the dial. While the quadrants remained divided, the queens ruled from the same court.
Together, yet apart.
Each looked out upon her section of the circular room, a painted crest to signify where her quadrant began.
Iris s next appointment stepped from around the partition that separated court visitors from the queens. She glanced at one of her sister queens, Marguerite, sitting beside her. Marguerite raised an eyebrow in amusement as the man bowed, his nose grazing the polished marble at his feet. He stood upon the Archian crest: a rural island bordered by branches, leaves and flowers with a stag atop a mountain, depicted in bold golden swirls.
Now thirty years old, Iris had not seen her homeland of Archia for twelve years. But for as long as she lived, she would never forget the crisp air, the lush forests and rolling hills.
When the man straightened, he still wouldn t meet her eyes. A shame, for she had lovely eyes.
My queen, the man s voice trembled.
Good. Iris cultivated fear. A time-consuming but worthwhile pursuit.
She knew Archia
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could easily be perceived as the least formidable of all the quadrants, as Archians mostly kept to themselves, rarely crossing the channel to the mainland due to their general distrust for machinery. They focused on physical work and living good, if somewhat modest, lives.
Speak. Iris waved a hand at the man before her. I don t have all day.
A trickle of sweat ran down the man s brow and onto the tip of his nose. He didn t wipe it away. Iris twitched her nose in sympathy the only sympathy he d get.
I have come here to ask you for power, the man said. She scowled, and he quickly clarified, Electricity we need electricity.
Iris had to remind herself he was the Archian governor, although the title held little authority in her eyes. The queens were the power. No one else.
Power was a game, and over the years, Iris had perfected it. Need electricity? Iris leaned forward. No.
While the other quadrants had electricity, Archia continued to use only what could be wielded by hand and heart a traditional Archian proverb.
Finally, the governor brought a shaking hand to wipe his brow.
Electricity would allow for machines, the governor continued. The workers are struggling to keep up with this year s delivery schedule set by Toria. Please consider, my queen.
She sat back and let out a breathy laugh. You know better than to ask this of me. It was true that Quadara s population continued to grow, and no matter what they d tried, all quadrants other than Archia remained barren.
Quadara&rsqu
Speak. Iris waved a hand at the man before her. I don t have all day.
A trickle of sweat ran down the man s brow and onto the tip of his nose. He didn t wipe it away. Iris twitched her nose in sympathy the only sympathy he d get.
I have come here to ask you for power, the man said. She scowled, and he quickly clarified, Electricity we need electricity.
Iris had to remind herself he was the Archian governor, although the title held little authority in her eyes. The queens were the power. No one else.
Power was a game, and over the years, Iris had perfected it. Need electricity? Iris leaned forward. No.
While the other quadrants had electricity, Archia continued to use only what could be wielded by hand and heart a traditional Archian proverb.
Finally, the governor brought a shaking hand to wipe his brow.
Electricity would allow for machines, the governor continued. The workers are struggling to keep up with this year s delivery schedule set by Toria. Please consider, my queen.
She sat back and let out a breathy laugh. You know better than to ask this of me. It was true that Quadara s population continued to grow, and no matter what they d tried, all quadrants other than Archia remained barren.
Quadara&rsqu
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Autoren-Porträt von Astrid Scholte
Astrid Scholte
Bibliographische Angaben
- Autor: Astrid Scholte
- Altersempfehlung: Ab 12 Jahre
- 2020, 464 Seiten, Maße: 13,6 x 20,8 cm, Kartoniert (TB), Englisch
- Verlag: PENGUIN BOOKS
- ISBN-10: 0525513949
- ISBN-13: 9780525513940
- Erscheinungsdatum: 29.01.2020
Sprache:
Englisch
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Praise for Four Dead Queens:An Indie Bestseller
An Amazon Best Book March 2019
A Blue Spruce Book Award Nominee 2020
A Texas Tayshas Reading List Pick 2020
A good, devious mix of some of the best fantasy and murder mystery that YA has had to offer recently. Entertainment Weekly
Astrid Scholte's propulsive debut YA novel checks all the boxes for an addictive read. Refinery29
Four Dead Queens is a darkly delicious tale that keeps you in constant suspense. A thrilling, genre-blending book perfect for fans of both fantasy and murder mysteries. I just might be the fifth dead queen because this story with its labyrinthine twists and turns slayed me in every possible way. Kerri Maniscalco, #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Stalking Jack the Ripper series
"[An] exciting fantasy debut . . . stunning." Paste
A cinematic thrill ride brimming with murder, mayhem, and twists that will shock you, Four Dead Queens is sure to be your next obsession. Absolutely riveting. Sarah Glenn Marsh, author of the Reign of the Fallen series
Astrid Scholte breaks into the fantasy genre with a triumphant, exciting debut that will keep readers guessing all the way to final chapter. Four Dead Queens is not to be missed! Beth Revis, New York Times bestselling author of Give the Dark My Love
Scholte's stand-alone debut marks her as an author to watch. Kirkus Reviews
Scholte has created an intrigue-heavy adventure in a world filled with characters whom readers will want to revisit. Publishers Weekly
Debut author Scholte manipulates multiple points of view and flashbacks to create an action-packed romance. Booklist
The story takes unexpected turns, has complicated characters who develop over time, and ends unpredictably . A recommended addition to young
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adult fantasy/dystopian collections. School Library Journal
A fierce, darkly compelling protagonist...and readers will want to double back to get a better look at the various turns of the enticingly twisting timeline. Bulletin of the Center for Children s Books
A fierce, darkly compelling protagonist...and readers will want to double back to get a better look at the various turns of the enticingly twisting timeline. Bulletin of the Center for Children s Books
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