''A real page-turner, one that kept me guessing, and pulling the rug out from under me'' Novel Notions

''A glorious reconfiguration of classic fantasy'' David Wragg, author of The Blackhawks

From the author of the critically-acclaimed Blackwing trilogy comes Ed McDonald''s Daughter of Redwinter, the first of a brilliant fantasy series about how one choice can change a universe.

Raine can see - and speak - to the dead, a gift that comes with a death sentenceAll her life she has hidden, lied, and run to save her skin, and she''s made some spectacularly bad choices along the way.

But it is a rare act of kindness - rescuing an injured woman in the snow-that becomes the most dangerous decision Raine has ever made.

Because the woman is fleeing from Redwinter, the fortress-monastery of the Draoihn, warrior magicians who answer to no king, and who will stop at nothing to reclaim what she''s stolenA battle, a betrayal, and a horrific revelation force Raine to enter the citadel and live among the Draoihn. She soon finds that her secret ability could be the key to saving an entire nation.

Though she might have to die to make it happen . . .

Readers absolutely love Daughter of Redwinter:

''This book builds along solidly, painting in a complex backdrop of culture, magic and characters . . the final six chapters are a rocket ride'' Robin Hobb, bestselling author of The Realm of the Elderlings series

''The work of an author bursting with confidence, weaving a tale full of magic, mystery and intrigue'' Mike Shackle, author of The Last War series

''This book is a page-turner that kept me hooked the whole time and pulled the rug out from under me!'' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

''In the end I was left breathless with where this story ended up . . McDonald has outdone himself with this suspenseful and captivating new book'' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

''A girl who can see ghosts, betrayal, intrigue, magic . . . The worldbuilding in this book was fascinating'' Netgalley reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

''This fantasy world was beautiful and deadly . . [I] adored this and will be recommending it to everyone'' Netgalley reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

''A stunningly good start to a new series'' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

''A fascinating magic system, thoughtful prose, and a truly compelling main character make Daughter of Redwinter a really incredible read'' M.JKuhn, author of Among Thieves

''An amazingly unique magic system, realistically complex characters, and plot twists that literally had my mouth hanging open in shock. Also bisexual main character!'' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐


Format Inbunden Omfång 352 sidor Språk Engelska Förlag Orion Publishing Co Utgivningsdatum 2022-06-30 ISBN 9781473233621