{"product_id":"return-of-the-vengeful-queen-isbn-9780062908995","title":"Return of the Vengeful Queen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom C. J. Redwine, the author the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling Ravenspire series, comes the stunning conclusion to the fantasy duology that began with \u003ci\u003eRise of the Vicious Princess\u003c\/i\u003e. Perfect for fans of \u003ci\u003eThese Violent Delights\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eAnd I Darken,\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eAsh Princess\u003c\/i\u003e!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCharis Willowthorn is a queen without a throne. A Rakuuna invader holds Charis's kingdom of Calera captive, leaving her desperate—and ruthlessly committed to vengeance. But with her allies reluctant to intervene and her enemies hunting her across the open sea, Charis is left with only one choice: forge a temporary alliance with Tal Penbyrn, the boy who betrayed her—and, at all costs, keep him out of her heart. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTal is imprisoned, both by the Rakuuna and the weight of his guilt. Though he once betrayed his love, he knows that he can help turn the tide in Charis’s favor, if only he can regain her trust. But the Rakuuna have an ally of their own—one who knows Charis’s every move and will stop at nothing to see her destroyed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith threats closing in and every allegiance in doubt, Charis must be stronger, faster, and more vicious than her enemies to reclaim her kingdom—and her future.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShe’ll burn the world down to get her throne back. But what happens when the one person she needs to trust is the man who broke her heart?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eForced Alliance:\u003c\/b\u003e She needs an army. He needs her trust. To save Calera, Charis must work with Tal Penbyrn, the betrayer she swore she’d never forgive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEnemies to Lovers Romance:\u003c\/b\u003e He’s the son of her enemy, sent to spy on her. But as they fight for a common cause, the line between hatred and the history that binds them begins to blur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Throne to Reclaim:\u003c\/b\u003e Charis lost her parents and her kingdom in a single night. Now, hunted by monsters and navigating deadly political games, she’ll become more vicious than her enemies to win back her crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigh-Stakes Action and Adventure:\u003c\/b\u003e From treacherous open seas to enemy territory, this epic fantasy finale is packed with gripping battles, shocking betrayals, and a fight for the future of a kingdom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e | \u003cp\u003ePraise for RISE OF THE VICIOUS PRINCESS: “Stand aside, ye softhearted, gentle maidens. Princess Charis is here to kick ass and take names.”  - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTricia Levenseller, Publisher’s Weekly bestselling author of The Shadows Between Us\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for RISE OF THE VICIOUS PRINCESS: “Smart, tense, and swiftly paced. This book is absolutely captivating.”  - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJodi Meadows, author of Nightrender and coauthor of the New York Times bestseller My Lady Jane\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for RISE OF THE VICIOUS PRINCESS: “A wildly lush fantasy ruled by a fascinating and ruthless heroine makes this slow-burn romance story pure magic. C. J. Redwine has outdone herself!”  - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMary Weber, bestselling author of Storm Siren and To Best the Boys\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for RISE OF THE VICIOUS PRINCESS: \"Redwine skillfully crafts well-rounded characters and an action-packed plot, resulting in a nuanced political fantasy that’s rife with court intrigue. Charis—fierce and formidable, yet altruistic—is exquisitely drawn, and her tender, developing relationship with bodyguard Tal adds emotional complexity to the breathlessly paced tale.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for RISE OF THE VICIOUS PRINCESS: \"With a promising opening—featuring a protagonist reminiscent of those in Kristin Cashore’s \u003cem\u003eGraceling \u003c\/em\u003eand Marie Rutkoski’s \u003cem\u003eThe Winner’s Curse\u003c\/em\u003e—plus a zinger of an ending, this should have no trouble finding an audience. An engaging introduction to a female-forward fantasy world.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for RISE OF THE VICIOUS PRINCESS: \"A real treat to readers with an appetite for intense, carefully maneuvered political conversations conducted while dancing in gorgeous gowns.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBulletin of the Center for Children’s Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for RISE OF THE VICIOUS PRINCESS: “C. J. Redwine has woven a tale of political machinations, devastating plot twists, and the most heartbreakingly delicious slow-burn romance I’ve read in a very long time. I tore through this book in a day, mourned when I ran out of pages, and flipped right back to the beginning to start again.”  - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLivia Blackburne, New York Times bestselling author of Feather \u0026amp; Flame\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44890440138981,"sku":"NP9780062908995","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062908995.jpg?v=1730233289","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/return-of-the-vengeful-queen-isbn-9780062908995","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}