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Crueler Mercies by Maren Chase
Crueler Mercies by Maren Chase
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Crueler Mercies
by Maren Chase
"Vita's rage overflowed until she was prepared to drown in it, and she knew that she would never again dam this anger to please another."
For nine years, Vita was the beloved princess of the sun-soaked Kingdom of Carca. But that life shattered the day she witnessed her own mother's execution at the hands of her father. Forced into exile, Vita fades into obscurity, with her only companions being the crows that visit her window.
Eleven years later, Vita is given a terrible choice: marry a ruthless enemy general to legitimize his claim to the throne, or face death as a forgotten princess. With her time running out, she meets Soline, a captivating lady-in-waiting who introduces her to the powerful—and highly unstable—magic of alchemy.
As Vita and Soline delve deeper into their alchemical studies, they discover a growing connection. If they can learn to control the volatile magic—and the undeniable spark between them—they might just have the power to burn the world of men to the ground. Crueler Mercies is a tale of forbidden romance, vengeful women, and the potent, unyielding rage that can change the world.
About the Author
Maren Chase is a writer and frequent museum wanderer from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She studied history at Regent's University London, where she led tours of historic sites on the weekends. In her spare time, she loves to devour stories about vengeful women, forbidden romance, and the angst of immortality.
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