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Synopsis
Zaydah and Aris have little time to come to terms with their newfound power before they’re thrust into the center of court politics. Aris’s father is now king, and he’ll enjoy any excuse to break them apart and use whatever means necessary. Nothing will continue like normal as new lines of power are drawn—nothing, except for the Choosing. But among this year’s batch of candidates is a sponsorless young woman, Ilyia. She’s the first since Zaydah. From the streets of Orinth, Ilyia is ruthless and much better with a knife than a sword. She’s a surprise that neither the Aeros nor the court saw coming. Ilyia may have the ability to impact the war brewing around them. For war is coming. Brev’s power is growing, and so is the darkness. The fire that comes from the darkness is finally here. If Zaydah is going to find a way to stop the Ring of Darkness, she had better work quickly and use whatever aid she finds, no matter how unlikely. She’ll have to work against her king, even against the wishes of her prince.
Is Wings of Ruin appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
Features court intrigue, brewing war, and political manipulation with a king willing to break apart relationships. Moderate fantasy violence with dark magical forces and combat training expected.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include war, political violence, and betrayal (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy the high-stakes political drama, forbidden romance between Zaydah and Aris, and the introduction of ruthless new character Ilyia.