Mindee Arnett Knihy

“At once fresh, at once classic, Onyx and Ivory is a page-turning blend of monsters, magic, and romance.” —Susan Dennard, New York Times bestselling author of Truthwitch Acclaimed author Mindee Arnett thrusts readers into a beautiful, dangerous, and magical world in this stunningly epic and romantic fantasy for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Sarah Raasch. They call her Traitor Kate. It’s a title Kate Brighton inherited from her father after he tried to assassinate the high king of Rime. Cast out of the nobility, Kate now works for the royal courier service. Only the most skilled ride for the Relay and only the fastest survive, for when night falls, the drakes—deadly flightless dragons—come out to hunt. Fortunately, Kate has a secret edge: She is a wilder, born with forbidden magic that allows her to influence the minds of animals. And it’s this magic that leads her to a caravan massacred by drakes in broad daylight—the only survivor Corwin Tormaine, the son of the king. Her first love, the boy she swore to forget after he condemned her father to death. With their paths once more entangled, Kate and Corwin must put the past behind them to face this new threat and an even darker menace stirring in the kingdom.

Inspired by the beloved themes of camaraderie and adventure found in cult classics, this sci-fi thriller delivers a gripping narrative filled with tension and excitement. The story promises a fast-paced journey that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, appealing to fans of space exploration and dynamic character interactions. With endorsements highlighting its exhilarating pace, it offers a thrilling experience that resonates with those who appreciate intricate world-building and compelling storytelling.

"A powerful girl possessed of strange magic, the outcast prince she loves, and the kingdom that has torn them apart"--Provided by publisher.

"Mars Darkvane, a magic user, teams up with Fura Torvald, a noblewoman, to save the oppressive and dangerous island of Riven"

Actiongeladen und spannend, rasant und voller dunkler Geheimnisse Jeth Seagraves Eltern sind tot. Das Einzige, das ihm von ihnen geblieben ist, ist ihr Raumschiff, die Avalon – und sein eiserner Wille, diese zurückzuerobern. Bei einer seiner Missionen trifft er auf die überaus hübsche, smarte Sierra, den etwas älteren Vince und ein kleines Mädchen namens Cora, das nicht ganz menschlich zu sein scheint. Je mehr Jeth über die Drei erfährt, umso mehr Geheimnisse kommen ans Tageslicht und umso näher kommt er Sierra – bis er sich letztlich der Frage stellen muss, wie weit er gehen würde, um an die Avalon zu kommen, und wer hier eigentlich wen verraten hat.