{"product_id":"a-river-of-golden-bones-book-one-of-the-golden-court-isbn-9780063291430","title":"A River of Golden Bones: Book One of the Golden Court","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis special limited paperback edition features stunning, purple sprayed edges!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom bestselling author of the romantasy sensation \u003ci\u003eThe High Mountain Court\u003c\/i\u003e comes \u003ci\u003eA River of Golden Bones\u003c\/i\u003e, the first riveting, enchanting novel in an all-new romantic fantasy shifter trilogy, which\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003ebegins a journey of self-discovery, romance, and adventure for a young heir as she\/they comes out of hiding to save their sister from a malicious, powerful sorceress and her dangerous sleeping curse.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwins Calla and Briar have spent their entire lives hiding from the powerful sorceress who destroyed their kingdom…and from the humans who don’t know they are Wolves. Each twin has their own purpose in life: Briar’s is to marry the prince of an ally pack and save the Golden Court. Calla’s purpose is to remain a secret, her twin’s shadow . . . the backup plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo one knows who Calla truly is except for her childhood friend—and sister’s betrothed—the distractingly handsome Prince Grae. But when Calla and Briar journey out of hiding for Briar’s wedding, all of their well-made plans go awry. The evil sorceress is back with another sleeping curse for the last heir to the Golden Court.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalla must step out of the shadows to save their sister, their kingdom, and their own legacy. Continuing to hide as a human and denying who she truly is, Calla embarks on a quest across the realm, discovering a whole world she never knew existed. Outside the confines of rigid Wolf society, Calla begins to wonder: who could she be if she dared to try?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFull of adventure, love, gender exploration, and self-discovery, \u003ci\u003eA River of Golden Bones \u003c\/i\u003efollows Calla’s journey through treacherous Wolf kingdoms, monster-filled realms, and the depths of their own heart in this thrilling romantic fantasy. \u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“A beautiful journey of self-discovery and queer identity, filled with heart-stopping romance and page-turning adventure. \u003cem\u003eA River of Golden Bones\u003c\/em\u003e is a must read for fantasy and romance readers alike. I couldn’t put it down!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCait Jacobs, author of Medievally Blonde\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“I inhaled this novel. \u003cem\u003eA River of Golden Bones\u003c\/em\u003e by A.K. Mulford is a gorgeously written queer fairytale fantasy conjured with the bones of wicked worldbuilding and laced with decadent spice. Get ready to devour this wolfish tale.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCharissa Weaks, bestselling author The Witch Collector\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Mumford’s romantic fantasy plays with fairy tales, explores gender roles and societal expectation, and starts a delightful trilogy of wolf royalty.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"If you’re looking for a queer story about love, shape shifters and curses, then you have to read \u003cem\u003eA River of Golden Bones\u003c\/em\u003e. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I ended up finishing this one earlier than expected because I had to know what happened next...If you love shapeshifters, stories about overcoming odds and re-examining our beliefs, and politics, this is for you. It’s a series I know I’ll be keeping up with.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eUtopia State of Mind\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"One of the most moving books I’ve read in quite a while...I really, really liked the way that gender fluidity was explained and addressed within Calla’s story. I thought that the example of someone else who was completely comfortable with who they were, what they looked like and how they presented was a really powerful thing. The realization for Calla was such a relief, and the opportunity to come to terms with it before it’s inevitably used as a weapon was crucial. Really, really beautifully done!\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Book Review Crew\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"I was attracted to \u003cstrong\u003eA River of Golden Bones\u003c\/strong\u003e because of the fairy tale elements to the story – the sleeping curse, a princess named Briar, you know, the usual. Once I got into it though, I realized that there was so much more to love about the book. It’s one of those books that just sucks you in and makes you want to keep reading into the night.\"  - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSmexy Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"An incredible book. From the depth of the characters to the beautifully described scenery. The sense of mild humor even when things are tough and the overarching sense of loyalty. This is a found family book and it shows in their interactions. I didn’t want this book to end and, now that it has, I can’t wait to read the next one.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNonbinary Knights Reads and Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“I was taken by the expert dismantling of the gender binary amidst a quest that is sexy, romantic, and heroic all at once.”  - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBook Riot\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The relationship between Calla and these performers becomes the most compelling part of the book, giving rise to questions about gender and the difference between a protector and a tyrant. Defeating evil is important, sure — but the real thrill is finding people who make you want to be your fullest self. It’s lovely, life-affirming stuff.”  - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWashington Post\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A steamy romance between Calla and Grae unfolds amid battles against monsters and dark magic, intertwined with Calla’s fight against patriarchy and oppression and her burgeoning acceptance of her own genderqueerness. This series is off to an exciting start.\"  - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harper Voyager","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44890670989541,"sku":"NP9780063291430","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780063291430.jpg?v=1730233810","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/a-river-of-golden-bones-book-one-of-the-golden-court-isbn-9780063291430","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}