{"product_id":"realm-of-ruins-isbn-9780823439867","title":"Realm of Ruins","description":"\u003cb\u003eValory’s power is different\u003cb\u003e—\u003c\/b\u003eit’s dangerous, unruly, and destructive. Can she channel it to save the realm from chaos . . . or will her magic master her?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA century after her legendary ancestors overcame a bloodthirsty tyrant, seventeen-year-old Valory Braiosa attends a training academy for elicromancers, immortal beings with magical gifts. But Valory’s immense power isn't like that of her peers— it seems impossible to tame, and she faces imprisonment by the Nisseran authorities. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut when a forbidden resurrection spell awakens a long-dormant evil, Valory may be the only one who can vanquish this terrifying villain. Together with a band of allies—including an old friend; a haughty princess; and a mysterious, handsome stranger—Valory must learn to harness her power and fight back.  Dark magic, romance, and an ancient evil make \u003ci\u003eRealm of Ruins\u003c\/i\u003e a harrowing page-turner.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A brilliantly paced adventure full of betrayals and romance and  magic. I could have stayed and played in this treacherous world for a  long time.” – Stephanie Garber, #1 \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e best-selling author of \u003ci\u003eLegendary\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeaving together her imaginative world of magic with snippets from \u003ci\u003eBeauty and the Beast\u003c\/i\u003e and other classic stories, Hannah West’s gritty adventure is a thrilling, immersive companion to her acclaimed debut. Read this first and then discover the rest of Nissera or start with \u003ci\u003eKingdom of Ash and Briars\u003c\/i\u003e—either way, you’ll love the journey.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRichly packaged hardcover edition includes an illustrated family tree, detailed map of Nissera, and embossed jacket with shimmering metallic effects.\"West keeps things fresh. . . . Impressive intrigues and cleverly exploited character flaws make for an exciting read.\"—\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"West’s return to the swirling, fantastical world filled with magic and terror is a welcome addition to collections.\"—\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A treasure hunt for fans of fairy tales and fantasy. \u003ci\u003eRealm of Ruins\u003c\/i\u003e is a brilliantly paced adventure full of betrayals and romance and  magic that sometimes has a mind of its own. I could have stayed and  played in this treacherous world for a long time.\"\u003cb\u003e—Stephanie Garber\u003c\/b\u003e, #1 \u003ci\u003eNew York Times \u003c\/i\u003ebest-selling author of\u003ci\u003e Legendary\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Epic  storytelling, endearing characters, and an intriguing world make this  book absolutely spellbinding. A magical, captivating read.\"—\u003cb\u003eRebecca Ross\u003c\/b\u003e, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Queen's Rising\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eHannah West's debut novel,\u003ci\u003e Kingdom of Ash and Briars\u003c\/i\u003e, received a starred review from \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e and was named one of their Best Teen Books of the Year. Inspired by fairy tale castles and snowy winter days, Hannah began writing the book as a college junior studying abroad in France. \u003ci\u003eRealm of Ruins\u003c\/i\u003e is her second novel. She lives in Texas with her husband, Vince, and their two dogs. Visit her at www.hannahwestauthor.com and on Twitter @hannahwestya.","brand":"Holiday House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46303966888165,"sku":"NP9780823439867","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780823439867.jpg?v=1767735480","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/realm-of-ruins-isbn-9780823439867","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}