{"product_id":"the-ivory-key-isbn-9780358701538","title":"The Ivory Key","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn this epic YA fantasy debut, magic, a prized resource, is the only thing between peace and war. When magic runs out, four estranged royal siblings must find a new source before their country is swallowed by invading forces. The first in an Indian-inspired duology that’s perfect for fans of There Will Come a Darkness, The Gilded Wolves, and We Hunt the Flame.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVira, Ronak, Kaleb, and Riya may be siblings, but they've never been close or even liked each other that much. Torn apart by the different paths their lives have taken, only one thing can bring them back together: the search for the Ivory Key, a thing of legend that will lead the way to a new source of magic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMagic is Ashoka's biggest export and the only thing standing between them and war with the neighboring kingdoms—as long as their enemies don't find out that the magic mines are nearly depleted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe siblings all have something to gain from finding the Ivory Key, and even more to lose if they don't. For Vira, the Ivory Key is the only way to live up to the legacy of her mother, the beloved former maharani. Ronak plans to get out of his impending political marriage by selling the Ivory Key to the highest bidder. Kaleb has been falsely accused of assassinating the former maharani, and this is the only way to clear his name. And Riya needs to prove her loyalty to the Ravens, the group of rebels that wants to take control away from the maharani and give it to the people.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith each sibling harboring secrets and conflicting agendas, figuring out a way to work together may be the most difficult task of all. And in a quest this dangerous, working together is the only way to survive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFour siblings. A dying kingdom. One legendary quest to save them all.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEstranged Siblings, Reluctant Allies:\u003c\/b\u003e A dutiful maharani, a runaway rebel, a disgraced prince, and a notorious rake—four royal heirs who must learn to trust each other before their rivalries tear their kingdom apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFour Unique Perspectives:\u003c\/b\u003e Told through multiple POVs, the story unravels the complex motivations of Vira, Riya, Ronak, and Kaleb, weaving a gripping tale of lies and shifting loyalties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRich, Indian-Inspired World:\u003c\/b\u003e Discover the world of Ashoka, a land of dwindling magic, political maneuvering, and forgotten legends inspired by Indian mythology and culture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigh-Stakes Political Intrigue:\u003c\/b\u003e With neighboring kingdoms ready to invade and a rebellion brewing within, the siblings must navigate a treacherous political landscape where one wrong move could mean war.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e | \u003cp\u003e\"A rollicking adventure of royal family drama, treasure hunts, and hidden histories. I loved it.\"—S.A. Chakraborty, author of the best-selling Daevabad Trilogy   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “\u003cem\u003eThe Ivory Key\u003c\/em\u003e is a twisty, dazzling adventure that I absolutely fell in love with.” ­­—Tasha Suri, author of The Books of Ambha duology    “\u003cem\u003eThe Ivory Key\u003c\/em\u003e is the epic YA fantasy sibling story I’ve been waiting for. A rich world, a satisfying slow burn romance and a main character determined to forge her own path make this series a must read.” —Adrienne Young, New York Times bestselling author of the Fable Duology    “\u003cem\u003eThe Ivory Key\u003c\/em\u003e has everything I want most in fantasy. It has a world so vivid and developed, I could taste the food and feel the magic weapons in my hand. It has flawed, developed characters I rooted for and cried beside. And it has a quest steeped in lore and mystery. Akshaya Raman is a new master of the genre to watch for.” —Susan Dennard, \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e Bestselling Author of the Witchlands series    “Set in a richly realized world ripe with magic, \u003cem\u003eThe Ivory Key\u003c\/em\u003e is a dazzling new addition to young adult fantasy. Featuring a broken family fumbling toward healing and a perilous expedition into the ruins of a history that never should have been lost, this is a riveting adventure by a talent to watch.” — Traci Chee, \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestseller and National Book Award Finalist for \u003cem\u003eWe Are Not Free\u003c\/em\u003e   \u003cp\u003e “Raman has crafted a world bursting with color and texture and kinetic energy, and a story of rebuilding a fractured family that will stick with you long after 'The End.'” —Sara Holland, \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e best-selling author of \u003cem\u003eEverless \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eHavenfall\u003c\/em\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “Everything about \u003cem\u003eThe Ivory Key\u003c\/em\u003e is vivacious—from the enrapturing setting of opulent forts and forbidden ruins to the larger-than-life characters who will ensnare your heart with their perfect balance of heroism and faults. Brace yourself for the single best portrayal of fraught sibling relationships you will ever read coupled with a complex, multi-faceted plot that unfolds as shockingly as the twisted puzzles the characters face. You will fall into this book and never want to come out!” —Sara Raasch, \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e best-selling author of the Snow Like Ashes trilogy    \u003cp\u003e “A vibrant fantasy world, four estranged siblings, and an action-packed quest—\u003cem\u003eThe Ivory Key \u003c\/em\u003eis a richly woven adventure with a tender heart. I was completely enamored.” —Amanda Foody, author of \u003cem\u003eAce of Shades\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eAll of Us Villains\u003c\/em\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"A secret society, a hunt for lost magic, and four siblings who are each hiding their own secrets…\u003cem\u003eThe Ivory Key\u003c\/em\u003e is everything I love about epic, character-driven fantasy, brimming with lushly realized settings and deliciously slow-burn romances. An immersive, unmissable debut.\" —Katy Rose Pool, author of \u003cem\u003eThere Will Come a Darkness\u003c\/em\u003e.       \u003cp\u003e“Raman's Indian-inspired fantasy debut is a dream for seekers of character-driven stories...Slow-burning romance, BIPOC and queer representation, family drama, and a country under threat of war—the first in Raman's duology does not disappoint.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Skillfully weaves together political intrigue, complex sibling relationships, and magic.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A complexly layered and vivid story, traversing themes of family, trust, duty, hope, and the price of both safety and progress, this coming-of-age adventure quest is a must for the fantasy shelf.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clarion Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44889953763557,"sku":"NP9780358701538","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780358701538.jpg?v=1730232256","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-ivory-key-isbn-9780358701538","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}